Don Martelli brings a diverse professional background and a deep commitment to civic leadership to his work in the City of Revere. A former Boston Globe journalist with more than two decades of experience in marketing and communications, Don has built his career around helping organizations communicate clearly, solve complex problems, and engage the communities they serve.

Don and his wife Susan have proudly called Revere home for more than twenty years, raising their daughters, Kayla and Jordan, in the city and remaining deeply connected to the community they continue to call home. Like many Revere families, the Martellis value strong neighborhoods, trusted public institutions, and a local economy that supports both families and small businesses.

He currently serves as President of the Revere Chamber of Commerce, where he works closely with local business owners, civic leaders, and nonprofit partners to strengthen the city’s economic vitality and foster collaboration across sectors. In this role, he focuses on supporting small businesses, improving communication between stakeholders, and helping position Revere for long-term, inclusive growth.

In addition to his role at the Chamber, Don serves on the Revere High School Building Committee and the Board of Trustees for the Revere Public Library. He also contributes his time and experience to nonprofit boards focused on expanding opportunities for at-risk youth and supporting veterans as they transition back into civilian life.

For more than a decade, Don and his family have organized an annual community fundraiser supporting childhood cancer research—an effort that has raised more than $75,000 while bringing together residents, first responders, nonprofit partners, and city leaders from across Revere.

Across every role and responsibility, Don remains focused on the same core purpose: strengthening civic institutions, supporting families, and helping Revere continue to grow as a connected, inclusive, and resilient city.