For our latest #meettheteammonday on Mayflower Council’s social media, we sat down with Jack Colamaria, Membership & Unit Service Director!

Jack, what is your favorite aspect of Scouting?

“[It’s] helping parents sign up their sons and daughters and watching the Scouts continue the journey from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA to Eagle.”

What brought you to the Mayflower Council?

“As a longtime volunteer, I was excited when the opportunity arose to become a professional Scouter.” 

What is your Scouting background?

“I was a youth then adult volunteer in Pack and Troop 49 Norwood, where my son also attained Eagle. I attended Philmont Scout Reservation in 2008 with my son Jay and his troop. I attended the 2010 National Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, volunteering on the Banking Group, the 2013 National Jamboree as an Assistant Scoutmaster, and 2017 as a Scoutmaster and Contingent leader for eight troops. I am a Vigil Honor Member of the Order of the Arrow with Tantamous Lodge. I have received the District Award of Merit, the Silver Beaver Award, and the George Meany Award.”

Council Duties

“I oversee the Membership and Unit Service Team, which helps to support and grow units.”

What else keeps you busy?

“I am an active member of Rotary International, a past President of the Framingham Rotary Club, and currently an Assistant Governor. I have had the pleasure of attending International Conventions in Melbourne, Australia, Houston, Texas, and Toronto, Canada, with my mom, a fellow Rotarian. Scouting and Rotary have similar values, giving back to the community, and working well together.”

Jack’s Personal Favorites

Food Surf and turf

Color Tie-dye

Drink Coffee

Treat Ice Cream

Hobby Golf

Animal Dogs

Place New Hampshire

Music Grateful Dead

Feel free to contact Jack if he can help enhance your Scouting experience.

Laura, in uniform…

For our latest #meettheteammonday on Mayflower Council’s social media, we sat down with Laura (Moriarty) Romero, Mayflower Council Senior Development Director!

Laura, what is your favorite aspect of Scouting?

“[It’s] the community that is Scouting; a community that brings generations together to deliver a program to our youngest generation that is filled with fun, adventure, and friendships, and in the process, builds confidence, teaches service beyond self, acceptance of others, and a desire for lifelong learning.”

What brought you to the Mayflower Council?

“After a pandemic layoff from a neighboring council, I was approached about my interest in working for the Mayflower Council. I welcomed the opportunity!”

Laura with husband Carlos

What is your Scouting background?

“Growing up, I was a Girl Scout and became a leader with both of my daughter’s troops, so when a flyer was found in my son’s backpack to join Cub Scouts, not only did he join, so did I. In my volunteer capacity, I have been a Den Leader, Cubmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Crew Advisor, and on Nov. 1 of this year, I celebrated my 23rd career anniversary.”

Council Duties

“As Senior Development Director, my primary responsibilities are to develop philanthropic giving through our Annual Campaign ‘Friends of Scouting’ to help financially support our council programs, also to manage our council product fundraiser and lend support to our units who participate in it.”

Laura and volunteers at the recent “Pintwood Derby.”

Laura’s Personal Favorites

Color Red

Drink Coffee

Treat Cannoli

Hobby Candy Crush

Food “Anything Italian!”

Animal Cat

Place “St. Pete Beach…”

Music Classic Rock

Feel free to contact Laura if she can help enhance your Scouting experience.

Laura with the Moriarty-Romero family.

For our latest #meettheteammonday on Mayflower Council’s social media, we sat down with John Bishop, Mayflower Council’s Brand Ambassador…

John, what is your favorite aspect of Scouting?

At the State House in Boston.

“I have the luxury of seeing Scouting from several different angles; first and foremost, it’s through my three sons, who are active in Hudson, Massachusetts’ Scouting program. My oldest, Jack, is part of Troop 512, Crew 1923, and Ship 323 (Weymouth). Meanwhile, Scott enjoys Scouts BSA (Troop 512), and Luke is in Cub Scouts (Pack 3104). I am a proud committee member for all of those units. My work with the Mayflower Council is the proverbial cherry on a rewarding personal Scouting ‘cake.’ Thus far, my favorite moment is when Jack, Scott, and I slept over in the U.S.S. Massachusetts with ‘Troop 2’ – just like my dad and I did back in the day…”

What brought you to the Mayflower Council?

“Just after the pandemic, I worked on the websites and social media for several of our local Hudson units. At that same time, my kids were getting into the program, and as we came back strong from remote Scouting, each of them seemed more embedded in their dens and patrols. As they grew into the program, so did my commitment, so much so that I wanted to expand my work beyond my town. I sent a note to Rick Riopelle [Mayflower Council Director of Field Service / COO], and my part-time work for the Council commenced.”

What is your Scouting background?

John’s three boys, Luke, Scott, and Jack and his wife Andrea.

“I would love to say I was a great Scout, but despite the efforts of some amazing leaders, I was not. I topped out at Tenderfoot with Hazardville, Connecticut’s Troop 108 (although I did earn the Mile Swim badge). Again, thanks to great leaders, I was an accomplished Cub Scout with Pack 391 Enfield, Conn., earning my Arrow of Light, crossing over to Boy Scouts, and heading to camp with Troop 108. In my adult Scouting, my oldest son Jack rekindled my current passion for Scouting, and I am proud to report I have far eclipsed my youth camping count and skill set while with Mayflower Council and its units (although I haven’t attempted another mile swim, yet).”

Council Duties

“I am the ‘social media guy’ and try to write stories as often as possible for the website. Within those capacities, I am involved in many, many facets of the organization’s efforts. I really enjoy taking photos at events and posting smiling shots of Scouts, Scouters, and families.”

John’s

Personal Favorites

Favorite

At Camp Resolute

color Blue

drink Diet Coke

treat Ramen

hobby World War II history

food Chicken noodle soup and chili

animal “Cats. I have six. Tito, Teddy, Tommy, Padme, Juno, and Annie.”

place Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Camp Resolute

music “Varies. Audien to Fleetwood Mac to Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.”

Feel free to contact John if he can help enhance your Scouting experience or publicize an important event for your unit or Scouts.

For our latest #meettheteammonday on Mayflower Council’s social media, we sat down with Jen Piazza, Mayflower Council Membership Programs Specialist!

Jen, what brought you to the Mayflower Council?

“[Director of Field Service & COO] Rick [Riopelle]!

“But seriously, it was the hours and flexibility Mayflower Council was able to offer me as a mom.

“I enjoyed it so much that I convinced my husband Ryan to join the Mayflower family!”

What is your Scouting background? What is your favorite aspect of Scouting?

“Before joining Mayflower council, I had no experience with Scouts. In a world where everything is tech driven, I love that Scouting gets the kids outside.

“Our son loves being outdoors especially fishing and hiking.  Signing him up for Cub Scouts seemed like a perfect fit and of course why not be an assistant den leader!”

Council Duties

• Manage application and invitation manager;
• Oversee requests for merit badge counselors;
• Process CORI background check;
• Mitigate expiring YPT training with Mayflower volunteers.

Jen’s Personal Favorites

color Blue

drink Tea

treat Ice cream

hobby Walking on the beach

sport Hockey

food Mexican

animal Cat

place The beach

music Country

Feel free to contact Jen if she can help enhance your Scouting experience.