Thomas A. Turco, III is a veteran public safety leader with more than 35 years of experience serving across the Massachusetts criminal justice system. As Executive Director of the New England Police Benevolent Association, he draws on decades of operational leadership, policy development, and organizational reform to advocate for the rights and welfare of law enforcement professionals across the region.

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Tom previously served as Secretary of Public Safety and Security for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, where he led one of the state’s largest executive secretariats. He managed a $1.7 billion annual budget and oversaw nearly 10,000 employees across multiple agencies, including law enforcement, emergency management, corrections, forensic services, and homeland security. During his tenure, he led the implementation of landmark police reform, launched statewide training standards, and directed the public safety response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Before his cabinet appointment, Tom served as Commissioner of Correction, overseeing 16 correctional facilities and more than 5,000 staff members. He also served as Undersecretary of Criminal Justice, where he helped align strategic priorities between the Department of Correction, the Parole Board, and other public safety agencies. Earlier in his career, he spent more than a decade as Chief Probation Officer at Worcester Superior Court, managing one of the Commonwealth’s most complex probation operations.

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Tom holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Western New England College and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Saint Anselm College. He remains actively involved in civic and nonprofit leadership, serving on the boards of Anna Maria College, the Joe Andruzzi Foundation, and Central Massachusetts Veterans Support Inc.

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As Executive Director of NEPBA, Tom is committed to building organizational strength, deepening member engagement, and ensuring that the voices of law enforcement professionals are heard at every level of government and society.

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David Ginisi is an accomplished marketing and communications executive with more than a decade of leadership experience across the nonprofit and public service sectors. As Director of External Relations for the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA), David leads the Association’s external affairs, strategic communications, branding, and media relations, ensuring that the voices of NEPBA members are heard, respected, and elevated throughout New England.

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David has served as chief marketing officer for several mission-driven nonprofit organizations, overseeing regional and statewide campaigns focused on economic opportunity, public safety, youth development, and community empowerment. He is recognized for his ability to craft compelling narratives, build trusted relationships, and develop high-impact strategies that drive engagement, advocacy, and visibility.

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His work has been honored for excellence in digital outreach and community storytelling, and he was named one of the Worcester Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under Forty” leaders for his contributions to civic and professional life. David has served on multiple advisory boards, commissions, and civic committees, and is known for his creativity, coalition-building, and deep-rooted commitment to public service.

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A graduate of Fitchburg State University with a degree in communications media, David brings to NEPBA a unique blend of innovation and mission alignment—working to protect, promote, and strengthen the law enforcement professionals who protect our communities.

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Tony Archinski serves as the Director of Administration & Facilities for the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA), where he plays a vital support role in the day-to-day operations and infrastructure of the organization. With a deep understanding of law enforcement culture and union operations, Tony is one of NEPBA’s longest-serving staff members, having joined the Association immediately after retiring from the Dracut, Massachusetts Police Department in 2008.

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Tony’s law enforcement career spanned decades, culminating in his service as a command officer. A dedicated union leader throughout his policing years, he served as president of his local union for ten years—advocating for the rights, working conditions, and welfare of his fellow officers. His transition to NEPBA marked the beginning of a “second career” defined by organizational support, member service, and institutional knowledge.

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In his current role, Tony oversees the administrative and facilities operations that serve as the backbone of NEPBA. From managing internal systems and office infrastructure to coordinating logistics that enable the leadership team to advocate effectively, Tony’s behind-the-scenes contributions are essential to the union’s stability and responsiveness.

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Outside of NEPBA, Tony continues his public service as a five-term Selectman in his hometown of Dracut, Massachusetts.

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Steven C. Panagiotakos brings a distinguished record of public service, policy leadership, and strategic advocacy to his role as Director of Legislative Affairs for NEPBA. With more than two decades of experience in the Massachusetts Legislature and private legal practice, he is exceptionally well‑positioned to protect and advance the interests of law enforcement professionals across the region.

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Mr. Panagiotakos served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1993 to 1996 and in the Massachusetts Senate representing the 1st Middlesex district from 1997 until 2011, including a tenure as Chair of the Senate Ways and Means Committee. During his legislative career, he built deep relationships with executive‑branch leaders, legislation sponsors and regulatory agencies, led oversight of state budgets, and helped shape major public‑policy initiatives impacting public safety and local government.

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A skilled attorney in private practice since 1991, Mr. Panagiotakos brings legal acumen and policy insight to his work at NEPBA. He holds a J.D. from the Suffolk University Law School and a B.A. from Harvard University.

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Mr. Panagiotakos monitors emerging legislation, develops advocacy strategies, engages with elected officials and stakeholders at every level of government, and ensures that NEPBA’s membership has a clear and compelling voice in shaping the policies that affect them. He is committed to advancing legislation that strengthens public safety, protects the rights of law enforcement professionals, and reinforces NEPBA’s role as a trusted partner in government and community affairs.

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