Serving Riverhead with Integrity, Innovation & Results

Bob Kern’s leadership is grounded in real action and decades of commitment to Riverhead’s prosperity. Whether it’s revitalizing downtown, strengthening local business, or preserving farmland, Bob is consistently at the center of progress. He believes effective leadership isn’t about making noise—it’s about making things happen.

Active Civic Leadership:
• President, Riverhead Chamber of Commerce (6 years)
• Former Chair, Riverhead Business Advisory Committee
• Treasurer, Riverhead Industrial Development Agency (IDA)
• 15-year Member, Riverhead Town Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Member, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

Recognized Advocate for Agriculture:
• First Long Island recipient of the NYS Agricultural Public Policy Award
• Former Board Member, Long Island Farm Bureau
• Former Marketing Chair, Long Island Wine Council
• Appointed to the Governor’s NY Wine & Grape Task Force

Bob’s leadership spans every corner of the commUNITY—bridging business, agriculture, safety, and smart development to create a more balanced and thriving Riverhead.