Board of Directors

The Cambridge Office for Tourism is guided by a 16-member Board of Directors representing a cross-section of Cambridge’s hospitality, business, academic, and civic communities. The Board provides strategic leadership and oversight to advance COT’s mission of promoting Cambridge as a vibrant destination while strengthening local neighborhoods and the visitor economy.

2026 Officers

Jennifer Pendola, President, General Manager, Boston Marriott Cambridge

Paul Lee, Vice President, Co-Owner, Hong Kong Restaurant

2026 Directors

Jason Alves, Executive Director, East Cambridge Business Association

Joe Capalbo, Regional Director of Operations, Kimpton Hotels of New England

Kate Davis,Vice President of Special Projects, Meet Boston

Sarah Gallop, Director, Government & Community Relations, MIT

Michael Guleserian, Chief Experience Officer, Sheraton Commander Hotel

Holly Heslop, Co-Owner/Proprietor, Cambridge Common Restaurant

Mark Jeffery, General Manager, Royal Sonesta Cambridge

Jay Kiely, Retired, formerly BioMed Realty

Thomas Lucey, Director of Community Relations, Harvard University

David Maher, Cambridge Chamber of Commerce

Matt Nelson, Assistant to the City Manager for Community Relations, City of Cambridge

Katherine Rafferty, Director of Community Affairs, Mount Auburn Hospital

Matthew Stephens, President & CEO, Mount Auburn Cemetery

Carolyn Turk, Retired, formerly Deputy Superintendent, Cambridge Public Schools

Board Composition

In accordance with the organization’s by-laws, the Board includes representatives from the City Manager’s Office, the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, Harvard University, MIT, Meet Boston, hospitality and restaurant leadership, and Cambridge residents. This diverse composition ensures broad perspectives and strong collaboration across sectors.

Together, the Board works to strengthen Cambridge’s visibility locally, nationally, and internationally—supporting jobs, local businesses, and a thriving citywide economy.