Salem State Alumna Named Bay State Games Executive Vice President

Alanis Tirabassi started at the Bay State Games as an intern while attending Salem State in 2017.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A Salem State University alumna who began with the Bay State Games as an intern while she attended SSU in 2017 is the new deputy executive director of the Games. Alanis Tirabassi was hired as a full-time sports coordinator in 2020 and later promoted to director of operations. She joins Kevin Cummings, who has been with the Bay State Games since 1984 and has served as executive director since 1999, as part of the organization's two-person full-time staff.

Why it matters

The Bay State Games is one of the largest multi-sport nonprofit organizations in New England, providing athletic opportunities for youth and adults across the state. Tirabassi's promotion highlights the organization's commitment to developing talent from within and promoting from within its ranks.

The details

Tirabassi also serves as a committee chairperson for the National Congress of State Games. She also works as a consultant for Dave McGillivary Sports Enterprises and Conventures Events, Communications & Marketing. The Game also announced on Monday that BSG Board of Directors Chair Phil Gloudemans will step down this spring after 22 years. The Board of Directors elected Dan Adams of Polsinelli PC Law Firm in Boston as its new board chair.

  • Tirabassi started as an intern at the Bay State Games in 2017 while attending Salem State University.
  • Tirabassi was hired as a full-time sports coordinator in 2020.
  • Tirabassi was later promoted to director of operations.
  • Gloudemans will step down as BSG Board of Directors Chair this spring after 22 years.
  • Registration for the 2026 Bay State Summer Games will begin in early March.

The players

Alanis Tirabassi

A Salem State University alumna who is the new deputy executive director of the Bay State Games.

Kevin Cummings

Has been with the Bay State Games since 1984 and has served as executive director since 1999.

Phil Gloudemans

The outgoing Bay State Games Board of Directors Chair, who has served in that role for 22 years.

Dan Adams

The new Bay State Games Board of Directors Chair, who has served on the board for nearly 20 years and is head of sports and entertainment at Polsinelli PC.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Registration for the 2026 Bay State Summer Games will begin in early March.

The takeaway

Tirabassi's promotion highlights the Bay State Games' commitment to developing talent from within and promoting from its own ranks, helping the organization continue to grow and serve athletes across Massachusetts.