Arpin promotes Ronnie Blanchard to GM, GSA services

In his new role, Blanchard will be responsible for daily operations, account management, overseeing domestic moves, managing claims, and assisting with the creation of internal templates—all while maintaining a highly-efficient and motivated operations team. He will also lead the effort to support GSA team members’ growth and professional development, provide leadership and training to coordinators to ensure Arpin’s standard operating procedures are adhered to, and educate staff on individual account needs. Blanchard will retain responsibilities as supervisor for high-profile moves while assisting the GSA division with establishing long-range plans. He has recently become a member of LACMA, FIDI39, and IAM Young Professionals’ clubs.

“Ronnie has been an integral part of the GSA team’s continued growth within the industry and success of the GSA division at Arpin,” said Matthew Somweber, director of operations, GSA, Arpin International Group. “He leads by example and is dedicated to enhancing the culture and skill levels for all employees. I am looking forward to watching him excel in this new role while continuing to grow personally and professionally.” 

Blanchard joined Arpin International Group in 2014 as a coordinator and was promoted to team lead in 2018, supervisor in 2019, on his path to accepting his current accent to general manager. 

Blanchard holds a Bachelor of Science in international business from Bryant University and has earned several Fred Pryor learning certificates for business leadership. He resides in East Providence, Rhode Island.