Girls Inc. Adds Five Trailblazing Women To Its Board

Girls Inc. of Long Island announces new additions

Girls Inc. of Long Island is pleased to share that five innovative industry leaders have joined its Board of Directors and mission to create a more equitable Long Island for all girls.

The organization delivers research proven curriculum in after school and community programs in 26 sites that equips girls with the tools they need to be the new generation of leaders. Girls Inc. of Long Island’s holistic approach to being a modern girl encompasses health and wellness, college and career readiness, leadership skills, STEM education, civic engagement, and real life experiences aimed at breaking down gender barriers. As the leading expert on girls, Girls Inc. advocates for inclusion and equity to provide them with brighter futures.

Girls INC. welcomes the following members: Michelle Fernandez, Head of Technology Content & Marketing, Nokia; Donna Gayden, Interim Assistant Controller, Empire State Development; Sharen Cox Phillips, Director, Global News Partners, Google; Nancy Richner, Independent Consultant in the Arts; and

Crishana Runge, Operations and Finance Manager, Dove Electronic Components, Inc.

“Our Board of Directors play an essential role in the success of Girls Inc. of Long Island,” said Renee Flagler, Executive Director of the organization. “These women exemplify what it means to be strong, smart and bold in their communities. They have paved the way for the new generation of female leaders that we are building here at Girls Inc. and we are excited for them to have a hand in the future we are creating.”

—Submitted by Girls INC

Sharen Cox Phillips is Director of Global Partnerships for News Media Holding Companies at Google, responsible for managing strategic partnerships with global mass media and publishing organizations.

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Donna Gayden holds advanced degrees in tax law and accounting, along with multiple professional certifications in fraud examination/prevention and governmental leadership. She currently serves as the Interim Assistant Controller for Empire State Development. (Photo by Girls INC)

Crishana Runge is the Operations and Finance Manager at Dove Electronic Components, Inc. She has a core background in finance and science with over 24 years of experience.

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Michelle Fernandez has worked in the technology sector for over 20 years. She currently serves as the Head of Technology Content and Marketing at Nokia.

Nancy Richner is a longtime educator in the arts. Currently she is an independent consultant using works of art to engage with students and teachers at the East Meadow School District, with health care professionals at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, as well as with formerly incarcerated individuals.

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