Jeffrey T. Karam appointed as Bristol's Chair of the Board of Trustees

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has appointed Co-Chief Executive Officer, First Bristol Corporation and Bristol Trustee Jeffrey T. Karam as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Bristol Community College. Mr. Karam will take over for former Chair Joan Medeiros.

Jeffrey T. Karam is Co-Chief Executive Officer of First Bristol Corporation, a privately held real estate development, construction, and management company with a diverse portfolio of commercial, hospitality, residential, and mixed-use properties throughout New England.

As Co-CEO, Karam helps lead the company's strategic growth initiatives, overseeing acquisitions, development, financing, construction, and long-term asset management. Since joining First Bristol, he has played an integral role in expanding the organization's real estate and hospitality portfolio, including the development and operation of several award-winning hotels affiliated with Marriott International and Hilton. Under his leadership, First Bristol has strengthened its reputation as a recognized industry leader in hospitality and real estate development.

Beyond his professional achievements, Karam has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to education, workforce development, and community engagement. He has served on the Bristol Community College Board of Trustees since 2019, including as Vice Chair, where he has helped advance the college's mission of providing accessible, high-quality education and preparing students to meet the evolving needs of the regional workforce.

A graduate of Providence College with degrees in finance and management, Karam is actively involved in numerous civic and charitable initiatives throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. As Chair of the Bristol Community College Board of Trustees, he is dedicated to expanding educational opportunities, strengthening workforce development, and fostering meaningful partnerships that benefit students, employers, and the broader community.

Bristol Community College’s Board of Trustees is made up of regional business and community leaders who work tirelessly to ensure the college’s institutional initiatives remain at the highest level of quality.

Bristol Community College is grounded in core values centered on student success and lifelong learning. For 60 years, Bristol has served as a leading resource for education and workforce development in Massachusetts, with locations in Attleboro, Fall River, New Bedford, Taunton, and online.

The college offers more than 100 career and transfer programs, along with flexible online learning options that lead to an associate degree, a career-ready certificate, or transfer opportunities. It also provides Dual Enrollment and Early College programs, English language instruction programs, and Adult Basic Education to support learners at all stages. Bristol’s Economic and Workforce Solutions division is a regional leader in workforce development, providing customized training for businesses and the community.

Bristol’s National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) delivers training in a state-of-the-art facility, offering globally recognized instruction and certifications for offshore and onshore wind energy, maritime industries, first responders, and related fields. The college prioritizes student success through comprehensive support services and career advancement opportunities that reduce barriers to educational access.

As one of the largest employers in the region, Bristol is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities, and lifestyles.

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