ERSRI Executive Director Frank Karpinski to Retire at End of Fiscal Year

Published on Wednesday, January 29, 2025

The Employees Retirement System of Rhode Island (ERSRI), which provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to more than 60,000 active and retired state employees and participating municipal employees, today announced that its Executive Director, Frank Karpinski, is set to retire at the end of this fiscal year, after three decades of distinguished public service. Karpinski is widely recognized as a leading authority on state and municipal pension matters. Frank came to ERSRI in May 1994, served as Director of Finance for seven years before becoming ERSRI Director in February 2001.

“Frank’s tenure and contributions to ERSRI and the state have been remarkable," said General Treasurer and ERSRI board chair James A. Diossa. "His unparalleled knowledge and insightful guidance have been essential in ensuring our continued focus on serving ERSRI members and all Rhode Islanders. We are incredibly grateful for his dedication and leadership throughout his tenure, and we look forward to ensuring a seamless transition as we search for a new Executive Director."