BEMO Welcomes Two New Team Members

BEMO is proud to announce our first two hires of 2023, Ron Pollina and Anderson Meneses! 

Ron has joined our team as a Senior Project/Program Manager. Ron will be reporting to Cindy Oliveto, the Director of Operations. 

Anderson has joined our team as a Senior Engineer. Anderson will be reporting to Kraig Rury, the Principal Software Development Manager. 

So who are these new team members? Let’s find out! 

Ron Pollina: Senior Project/Program Manager 

Ron currently is from North Andover, Massachusetts, where he lives with his wife, Jennifer (right), his sons, Jason and Dylan, and their Yorkshire Terrier puppy, Bella (left). 

When not working, you could find Ron enjoying the great outdoors that Massachusetts has to offer. Ron and his sons disc golfing: 

Some of his favorite activities include fly fishing, disc golfing, and hiking. 

A recent fly fishing memory: 

When asked what inspires him, Ron said, “Musicians!” In fact, he’s currently working on improving his bass playing skills.  

We also asked Ron what his favorite concert he has attended is. Ron said it was a toss-up between the Beastie Boys and Tool. 

Some more from our fun Q&A with Ron: 

Who would you most like to swap places with for a day? My puppy Bella. 

What are you currently watching on Netflix? The IT Crowd (again). 

What’s the last book you read? Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman. 

What’s the most helpful way for you to get feedback? Timely, direct, and honest is always best. 

If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Cadet Blue. 

What’s the best meal you’ve ever had? Capital Grille - every time! 

What are some of your pet peeves? Aggressive and/or bad drivers. 

If you could visit anywhere in the world, you’ve never been, where would you go? England. 

Welcome to the team, Ron. We’re so glad to have you at BEMO! 

Anderson Meneses: Senior Engineer 

Anderson currently lives in Brasilia, Brazil. He has two nephews whom he adores: John Philip, who is 2 years old, and a newborn.

Aren’t they just so cute!? 

Anderson says, “We have very funny moments together! Almost everything that their parents deny, I do with him – Philip loves being with me." 

Watch out BEMO team - you might have some tough competition for Anderson's fav coworker! 😁

Anderson loves to travel. When asked where he would go if he could visit anywhere in the world for the first time, Anderson decided on Jerusalem. Anderson said, “Even though I love to travel, my favorite place in the world is definitely my home.” 

When not working, you can find Anderson biking around the city, watching his aquarium and listening to some music, or making artisanal bread (yum!).  

Anderson on some recent bike rides: 

Some more from our fun Q&A with Anderson: 

What’s the last book you read? What the CEO wants to you Know. 

What are you passionate about? I am passionate about know new things, new challenges! 

What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done? Be in a cage with many tigers. 

What are you currently watching on Netflix? I finished Kaleidoscope last weekend and am looking for another series. 

Who would you most like to swap places with for a day? An astronaut outside of the planet to look at each star in the sky. 

What’s the most helpful way for you to get feedback? I prefer to receive feedback that explains the areas I need to improve and explains the results that are expected from these changes. 

Which four individuals, living or dead, would you like to eat dinner with the most? Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein, and Thomas Edison. 

Welcome to the team, Anderson. We’re so glad to have you here!