Chris Ryan brings over three decades of distinguished service in law enforcement and labor advocacy to his role as President of the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA). With a career rooted in public safety, Chris has served in a wide range of law enforcement positions, including Correctional Officer at MCI-Cedar Junction, Identification Technician with the Massachusetts State Police, and Lieutenant with the Massachusetts Port Authority Police Department.

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Chris’s deep commitment to labor rights began early in his career. He served as Chief Steward and then President of SEIU/NAGE Local 1-292, before being elected National Vice President of SEIU/NAGE/IBPO/IBCO. His leadership trajectory continued within NEPBA, where he previously served as Vice President and President of Local 170 before becoming the National President in 2019.

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In addition to his union work, Chris was appointed by Governor Charlie Baker to serve on the Qualified Immunity Commission on Police Reform and currently sits on the Advisory Board of the 100 Club of Massachusetts and the Trooper George L. Hanna Awards Selection Committee, further advancing his commitment to the men and women who serve in law enforcement.

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Chris holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Western New England University, and leadership certificates from both Bentley University and Babson College.

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His lifelong dedication to labor relations and public service continues to shape NEPBA’s mission of strong representation and advocacy for its members across New England.

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Kevin Carlo serves as Secretary-Treasurer, as well as a Representative, of the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA), bringing over two decades of frontline correctional experience, leadership, and union advocacy to his role. A dedicated public safety professional, Kevin spent 24 years with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, where he served in some of the most critical and high-security units in the department.

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Over his career, Kevin spent 14 years working in segregation and 13 years as a member of the Special Operations Group, where he gained extensive tactical experience and deep insight into correctional operations, crisis response, and institutional safety. His leadership and on-the-ground experience make him a strong and trusted voice for corrections professionals throughout New England.

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Kevin has been a longtime union leader and advocate, serving as President of NEPBA Local 550 (Officers & Sergeants) since April 2019. He has held several key leadership roles within NEPBA, including Sergeant-at-Arms (appointed September 2023), Executive Vice President (appointed September 2024), and now Secretary-Treasurer (elected March 2025), where he oversees the Association’s financial operations and helps steer its long-term fiscal strategy.

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In addition to his service in corrections, Kevin is an experienced entrepreneur, having successfully owned and operated Fat Tony’s Pub for 13 years. He attended Fitchburg State College, where he began developing the leadership and communication skills that continue to serve him today.

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Kevin is known for his loyalty, integrity, and dedication to representing the men and women who work in challenging law enforcement environments. His experience, both in the field and at the bargaining table, continues to strengthen NEPBA’s voice across the region.

Dan Shea is a seasoned union leader and dedicated public safety professional currently serving as Executive Vice President, as well as a Representative, of the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA). With more than two decades of experience at the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, Dan has built a career defined by leadership, service, and steadfast advocacy for the men and women working in corrections and law enforcement.

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Dan began his union journey in 2008 as a steward for NEPBA Local 500, where he quickly earned the respect of his peers for his commitment to fairness and strong representation. In 2013, he was elected president of Local 500—a role he continues to hold today, recently re-elected to his eighth term unopposed. Under his leadership, Local 500 has grown in strength and unity, consistently prioritizing the needs of frontline personnel.

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In March 2020, Dan was elected to the NEPBA Executive Committee as a vice president, and in 2023, he was re-elected as executive vice president. Since joining the Executive Board, Dan has played an active role in shaping union strategy, participating on several key committees, and helping to guide NEPBA through negotiations, organizational growth, and evolving legislative priorities. As a representative, he has directly supported approximately 500 members across multiple bargaining units, providing guidance in contract matters, grievances, and day-to-day labor relations.

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Dan brings a pragmatic leadership style, firsthand knowledge of the corrections field, and deep institutional experience to everything he does within NEPBA. His unwavering focus on member representation, workplace rights, and union transparency makes him a trusted voice and respected figure within the organization.

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Tom Daly is an Executive Vice President of the New England Police Benevolent Association and currently serves as the State Director for Massachusetts. With more than 33 years of dedicated law enforcement service, Tom’s career began in 1985 when he joined the Worcester Police Department. He quickly rose through the ranks after graduating top of his academy class and went on to serve in several impactful roles, including two decades in the Detective Bureau Homicide Unit, as a Court Prosecutor, and later in the Community Impact Division until his retirement in 2015.

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Throughout his tenure, Tom earned multiple commendations for exceptional work, including recognition from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for dismantling an international check kiting ring and from the Worcester Police Department for apprehending a gang member armed with a sawed-off shotgun. He was an active member of the Evidence Recovery Team and participated in national-level investigative associations.

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Tom has also been deeply engaged in union leadership and advocacy. He was an IBPO steward for Local 387 from 1989 to 2002 before leading the union’s transition to NEPBA. Since 2007, he has served as Vice President of NEPBA Local 911, and in 2011, was elected to the NEPBA Executive Board. He has since been re-elected multiple times, including most recently in 2023.

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Outside of his professional roles, Tom is a passionate community leader. He has coached youth baseball for more than three decades and in 2002 led the Jesse Burkett Little League team to the United States Finals of the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Saint Michael’s College in Vermont, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and served in the college’s Fire and Rescue Department.

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Deborah Batista is a seasoned legal and public safety professional with nearly four decades of experience in law enforcement, union advocacy, and criminal justice education. A retired Patrol Sergeant from the Middleborough Police Department, Deborah served in several leadership roles during her tenure, including as Police Court Prosecutor and a certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

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Her legal career includes over two decades as an attorney with the Law Offices of Cahalane and Stefani, P.C., where she specializes in labor, criminal, and municipal law. She has also been a long-standing instructor with the Municipal Police Training Committee and has lectured extensively in criminal justice at Western New England College.

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Deborah has held appointments at both the state and academic levels, including her role as a Co-Coordinator of the Massachusetts Drug Recognition Expert Program under the Governor’s Highway Safety Bureau and as a DRE Consultant for Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Addiction Medicine.

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A graduate of Western New England College with a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement, Deborah went on to earn her Juris Doctor from the University of Massachusetts School of Law. Her commitment to advancing law enforcement education, public safety, and union representation makes her a vital member of the NEPBA Executive Leadership Team.

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Ron Scaccia serves as an Executive Vice President and Representative of the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA), bringing over four decades of experience in law enforcement and labor relations. He is one of NEPBA’s founding members and has been a cornerstone of the union since its inception.

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Ron began his policing career in 1978 with the Salem, New Hampshire Police Department before joining the Nashua Police Department in 1981, where he served until 2001. His work included assignments as a Detective in the Criminal Investigation and Narcotics/Vice Divisions, with a special assignment to the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Drug Task Force. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and became a respected leader throughout his career.

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He has held numerous leadership positions in labor representation, including a decade as President of the Nashua Police Officers Association and three years as a Police Labor Representative for the International Brotherhood of Police Officers. At NEPBA, he has served as Recording Secretary, New Hampshire State Director, Regional Vice President, and currently as Executive Vice President. He has negotiated contracts, handled grievances and arbitrations, and supported members across Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

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Ron holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Massachusetts–Lowell, a Master’s Degree in Business Management from Southern New Hampshire University, and an Executive Leadership Certification from Babson College. He has also completed multiple advanced certifications through the Labor Relations Information System in areas including collective bargaining, police rights, mediation/arbitration, and the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Ron’s long-standing service, deep institutional knowledge, and commitment to the rights of public safety professionals have made him a trusted and influential leader within NEPBA.

David Pender brings more than three decades of law enforcement experience and union leadership to his role as Representative for the New England Police Benevolent Association. David began his career in 1987 as a police officer with the Metropolitan Police Department (MDC), later transferring to the Lowell Police Department in 1988, where he served with distinction until his retirement in 2021.

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Over his 34-year career in policing, David worked in several high-profile investigative units, including Vice/Narcotics, Homicide, and the Gang Unit, receiving national-level training in all three. His experience and commitment to public safety made him a trusted and respected member of the department.

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In addition to his service in the field, David dedicated 24 years to union leadership within the Lowell Police Department, holding numerous positions on the union board and concluding his tenure as Vice President. After retiring from active duty, he joined NEPBA as a union representative and Sergeant-at-Arms. In 2022, he was elevated to the role of National Vice President.

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David holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Western New England University and continues to serve as a passionate advocate for officers and public safety professionals across New England.

Thomas B. Duffy II is a veteran law enforcement officer and dedicated union leader with more than 28 years of service with the Worcester Police Department. Throughout his career, Tom has brought strength, leadership, and integrity to the job, earning the respect of his peers both in the field and at the bargaining table.

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Tom spent more than 20 years as a member of the Worcester Police Department SWAT team, as well as 17 years working in the department’s gang unit, two of the most demanding and high-risk assignments in municipal policing. His commitment to public safety and bravery in the line of duty earned him the Worcester Police Department's prestigious Valor Award.

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In 2023, Tom was elected President of NEPBA Local 911, where he continues to serve as a vocal and trusted advocate for Worcester officers. He was also elected as an Executive Vice President on NEPBA’s leadership team, where he represents members across New England and helps shape the union’s collective priorities.

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A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Tom’s dedication to public service spans both military and civilian sectors., Tom is a founder and primary boxing coach of the “Give Kids a Fighting Chance” boxing program and has dedicated himself to creating positive, structured environments for at-risk youth through sport, mentorship, and discipline.

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Tom holds a Criminal Justice degree from Curry College and brings real-world experience, tactical knowledge, and unwavering loyalty to each position within NEPBA. He is committed to protecting the rights of his fellow officers and advancing the mission of the Association with strength, accountability, and purpose.

William Ryan serves as Executive Secretary and Representative for the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA), having previously held the roles of Executive Secretary and Treasurer. A longstanding leader within the organization, he plays a vital role on several internal committees, including Property & Development, Finance, Health & Welfare, and currently chairs the 501(c)(4) Education Committee.

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William’s law enforcement career began in 1980 as a Correctional Officer with the Massachusetts Department of Correction at MCI-Norfolk. Over the course of his distinguished service, he worked at multiple correctional facilities including MCI-Shirley, the Charles Street Jail, and Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center. He rose through the ranks to become a Captain and served as the 7x3 Shift Commander at Souza-Baranowski prior to his retirement.

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A longtime advocate for union representation in corrections, William was instrumental in converting the DOC Captain position from a management to a union-represented role. He subsequently became the first Union President for DOC Captains, serving as President of NEPBA Local 200 from 2000 until 2008.

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Before joining NEPBA’s leadership, William was elected to the Executive Committee of NAGE/IBCO, further expanding his experience and influence in public safety labor relations. His decades of service, both on the frontlines of corrections and in labor leadership, reflect a deep commitment to protecting the rights and welfare of public safety professionals across the Commonwealth.