Richard Valarioti

Richard Valarioti has extensive experience in leadership and entrepreneurship across various industries. Currently serving on the Member Board of Directors at St Mary's Credit Union since January 2000, Richard co-founded and was CEO of Optical Phusion, Inc. from June 2004 until its acquisition by Sole Source Capital in April 2021. Richard also has a strong background in the food industry as a Franchisee Co-owner for Five Guys Enterprises from September 2007 to July 2017, and earlier as a Franchisee Owner for Midas International from September 1992 to June 2013, where notable achievements included being named National Rookie of the Year in 1992. Richard holds a Master of Public Administration from Suffolk University - Sawyer Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science/Business from Salem State University, complemented by a high school diploma from Saint John's High School.