board of directors
The Discover Newport Board of Directors is comprised of 18 members with representation from the nine municipalities within Newport and Bristol Counties and five specific industry appointments.
Pamela Baldwin
Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina
Lodging Over 100 Rooms
Karen Binder - Secretary
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Bristol Appointee
Geremie Callahan - Treasurer
Fluke Newport
Restaurant Appointee
Keith Chouinard - Vice Chairman
The Newport Experience
Lodging Under 100 Rooms
Gillian Friedman Fox
Newport Classical
City of Newport Appointee
Christine Francis
Tiverton Appointee
Matt Gray
Gray Matter Marketing
Portsmouth Appointee
Ann Hof
Marine Trades
Barrington Appointee
Charlie Holder
Newport City Councilor
City of Newport Appointee
Robert Kempenaar II
Kempenaar Real Estates, Inc.
Middletown Appointee
T.R. McGrath - Chairman
McGrath Clambakes, Inc.
Middletown Appointee
Thomas McNiff
Jamestown Beer Holdings
Jamestown Appointee
Andrew Moore
Little Compton Appointee
John Nunes
Newport Vineyards
Attractions Representative
Sean O'Connor
Newport Out
City of Newport Appointee
Bob Rulli
Warren Appointee
Dennis Turano
Middletown Councilor
Middletown Appointee
Dr. Melissa Varao
Salve Regina University
Member of the Public
go-to guides
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Summer on the Coast
Harbor side rooftop bars and patios, that Atlantic-drying-on-your-skin feeling after a perfect day at the beach. Classic.


Insider's Guide to Newport's Best Beaches
Whether you're looking to bask in the water or sink into a beach chair with your toes in the sand, these beaches have just what you need: sand, sun and the perfect amount of sea breeze.


Gilded Age in Newport
These upcoming events allow visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the grandeur of The Gilded Age.


Top Summer Cocktails
These inspired cocktails and mocktails from our local bars and restaurants are sure to scream summer.


Guide to Parking
Park your ride in these lots, streets and somewhat secret spots, get out and enjoy the view.
