Lori Pepenella, who has beena lead promotional force for the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce, joined the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore administrative staff Monday, Feb. 15 as director of community development.

Inher new position, Pepenella will oversee Girl Scout special events in Monmouth and Ocean counties, including the Women of Distinction and Community Partners Gala, the Girl Scout Golf Classic, and Dancing with Our Monmouth and Ocean County Stars.