Tommy DiMisa

Tommy D, the Nonprofit Sector Connector, grew up on Long Island (New York) and worked in bars and restaurants while attending Chaminade High School and through his college years. Later he began a long career in sales and business development culminating in his current position as Director of Strategic Alliances for the Vanguard Insurance Agency.

Tommy is very focused on working with and serving the nonprofit sector through multiple board positions and intense volunteer work. This interest has pushed Tommy to launch his radio show & podcast, Philanthropy in Phocus where he interviews nonprofit executives to help them tell their stories and “amplify their messages.” Tommy's interest in the nonprofit sector propelled the Vanguard Insurance Agency forward and "service to nonprofits" has become part of the firm’s DNA. 

Each day there are 2 driving forces that inspire Tommy D: impact and value. These words act as questions that he answers regularly about his choices. Will this make the right impact? Are we adding value? Known by many as a “connector,” Tommy D is responsible for sourcing many opportunities for business introductions each week. It has become his passion and commitment to make sure that when he sees a mutually beneficial business relationship that he makes an introduction ASAP. 

This has also led to Tommy’s role as National Director for the national networking organization, THE Networking Group (TNG). Tommy is currently working his way through #60DaysOfService where he will complete just that-- 60 days of volunteering/service for local area nonprofits before the end of 2021. Tommy lives on Long Island with his wife Christine four children, 2 daughters and 2 sons.