Jay Queenin Appointed to Westfield State University Board of Trustees

Jay Queenin

WESTFIELD — Jay Queenin has been appointed to the Westfield State University board of trustees. Queenin replaces trustee Madeline Landrau whose 10-year term ended March 1.

Queenin has worked in the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General as director of Intergovernmental Affairs, assistant attorney general, and chief of Administration and Finance. He also has served as assistant district attorney in the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office.

For nearly 20 years, Queenin has been president and owner of Specialty Bolt & Screw (SBS) in Agawam, a privately held company founded in 1977. SBS provides inventory-management solutions to global original-equipment manufacturers and has approximately 300 employees in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Finland, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Queenin earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from Providence College and a juris doctorate from Suffolk University Law School.

“Trustee Queenin’s global partnerships and legal and business experiences will be beneficial in advancing the mission of Westfield State University,” university President Linda Thompson said. “I look forward to the positive influence he will have as a member of the board of trustees.”

In accepting the appointment, Queenin said, “growing up on Western Avenue, Westfield State University has been part of my life for over 45 years. I appreciate the opportunity to be involved with this incredible university and its mission to prepare students to be the next generation of leaders. I look forward to working with President Thompson, the board of trustees, faculty, staff, and students to contribute in any way I am able.”