2024 Take the Lead - Greater Philadelphia

Dear Friends of Girl Scouting,

Thank you for joining us tonight as we celebrate the 38th anniversary of Take the Lead in Greater Philadelphia. Tonight, we shine a light on our honorees and Girl Scouts who make our community and our world a better place. Getting here is no small feat. It takes planning, hard work and dedication. And, of course, a very special skill—leadership.

What qualities do you think make a good leader? It’s a question we often ask Girl Scouts as they think about the kind of leader they are or wish to become. While answers vary—we might all agree that leadership involves making tough decisions, being a role model for others, or having a track record of success, to name a few. The truth is leadership looks different for everyone.

Our 2024 Take the Lead honorees prove that. Each has gone on their own journey to get to where they are today, journeys that have included highs and lows, starts and stops, pivots in new directions, and triumphs and challenges. Taking time to celebrate...taking time to recover...always moving forward...even if it’s in another direction. These moments give a journey authenticity because you learn something new, adjust course, and keep striving for something bigger and better. It is through these journeys where leaders are made.

These are the skills we teach Girl Scouts every day: encouraging them to be fearless, to try new things, and explore what inspires them. Helping girls build their own courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place isn’t just a tagline for Girl Scouts. It’s something we do year after year. In 2023, we served 25,000 Girl Scouts across our nine-county footprint. We helped each member take the next step in her journey toward discovering the leader she wants to be, and the world needs her to be.

Thank you for helping us raise not just the next generation of leaders—but the next generation of authentic leaders who will change the world.

Yours in Girl Scouting,

Nicole LeVine

Chair, Board of Directors Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

Kim E. Fraites-Dow Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

WE SALUTE

Chellie Cameron, the Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons, Molly Shepard, and Tina Simmons

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is proud to support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania’s 2024 Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia event. We recognize the honorees for their contributions and commitment to making a difference in the community.

Independence remains steadfast in its support of individuals and community organizations dedicated to improving the lives and health of the people in our region.

Dear Friends,

Purpose. It’s a small word with a big impact. It is said that if you combine what you love with what you are great at, what you get paid to do, and what the world needs—where they intersect is where you find your purpose.

By providing girls with the opportunity to try new things and understand how those things connect to potential careers through badgework and beyond, Girl Scouts gives girls the tools they need to discover a strong sense of self and find their purpose in life.

It’s something our Take the Lead honorees have demonstrated as well. Chellie, Molly, Judge Simmons, and Tina have each found purpose in their lives and their careers, and we are fortunate that our Girl Scouts have had the opportunity to learn from them.

Your support of Take the Lead will help us continue this mission—to give girls the chance to look beyond their Girl Scouting experience and connect the skills they’ve learned with the impact they want to make in the world through their careers and community involvement.

You are helping these young women discover one of the most valuable things in their lives: their purpose.

Thank you for your generosity and for spending your evening with us. It is your support that allows Girl Scouts to build the next generation of women leaders who will make our world a better place.

Sincerely,

Haniyyah B. Sharpe-Brown Accenture

2024 Take the Lead Co-Chair

Lisa Detwiler

FS Investments

2024 Take the Lead Co-Chair

2024 Event Committee

CO-CHAIRS

Lisa Detwiler Independence Blue Cross

Haniyyah

Sharpe-Brown Accenture

VICE CHAIRS

Nicole LeVine PECO; Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Chair, Board of Directors

Kim E. Fraites-Dow Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Chief Executive Officer, ex-officio

Kathleen M. Albanese Independence Blue Cross

Julie Alleman CADES

Mary Stengel Austen Tierney

Rev. Bonnie Camarda

The Salvation Army of Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware

Karin Copeland CreateXChange

Mia Fiorvanti

Hilco Redevelopment Partners

Kelly L. Gibson

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Katherine Kelton Vault Health

Kathy Killian Philadelphia Phillies

Jenna Kurath

Comcast NBCU

Regina Black Lennox The Satell Institute

Yocasta Lora AARP Pennsylvania

Laura Manion, MPA

Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry

Rev. Dr. Lorina L. Marshall-Blake Independence Blue Cross Foundation

Suzanne S. Mayes Cozen O’Connor

Abbey Romano

FS Investments

Jennifer Platzkere

Snyder Dilworth Paxson LLP

Regina M. Tracy Nouryon

2024 Awards Selection Committee

CHAIR

Deborah Hassan

Retired Partner, Deloitte & Touche, LLP; Former Chair, Board of Directors, Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

VICE CHAIRS

Julie Alleman CADES

Mary Stengel Austen Tierney

Dr. Brandi Baldwin Millennial Ventures

Renee Chenault Fattah

Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity

Gina K. Clark Cencora

Chekemma J. FulmoreTownsend, MSW The Hamilton Family Charitable Trust

Jami W. McKeon Morgan Lewis

Charmaine Rochester Cleveland Clinic

Leslie S. Stiles Pennsylvania Conference for Women

Antonia Villarruel, PhD, RN, FAAN

University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Board Member Past Honoree

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Event Program

Girl Scout Welcome

Girl Scout Flag Ceremony, Pledge of Allegiance, and Girl Scout Promise and Law Girl Scout Color Guard

CEO Thank You

Kim E. Fraites-Dow | Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

Event Committee Co-Chair Remarks

Lisa Detwiler | FS Investments

Haniyyah Sharpe-Brown | Accenture

Board Chair & Presenting Sponsor Remarks

Nicole LeVine | PECO Chair, Board of Directors, Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

Award Presentations

“Alive, Alert, Awake!”

Girl Scout Chorus

Campership Presentation & Paddle Raise

Award Presentations

Closing Remarks

Girl Scout Closing Song

“Make New Friends”

Girl Scout Chorus

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Awards Presentation

GIRL SCOUT EMCEES

Arya C.

Juliette (Individually Registered Girl Scout)

Briana C. Troop 9020

TAKE THE LEAD HONOREES & GIRL SCOUT PRESENTERS

Chellie Cameron

President and Chief Executive Officer

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

PRESENTED BY:

Marisa M. Troop 97234

Molly D. Shepard, MS, MSM

Founder & Executive Advisor

The Leader’s Edge

PRESENTED BY:

Katelyn O.

Juliette (Individually Registered Girl Scout)

The Honorable Karen

Yvette Simmons

Judge

Philadelphia Municipal Court

PRESENTED BY:

Faith W. Troop 91

Tina Simmons

EVP, Human Resources

Comcast—Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience (XGIE)

PRESENTED BY:

Layla J. Troop 97234

CAMPERSHIP LEAD

Emma H. Troop 4932

CHORUS LEAD

Lene S. Troop 21724

The Chamber is proud to join our member, the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, in recognizing the 2024 Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia Honorees.

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Heartfelt congratulations to all the 2024 Take the Lead Honorees. Your exceptional service and leadership in our community are truly commendable. Thank you for being outstanding servant leaders.

— Lisa Detwiler and Abbey Romano, FS Investments

2024 Take the Lead Honoree

Chellie Cameron

President and Chief Executive Officer

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

Rochelle (“Chellie”) L. Cameron is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, representing over 600,000 employees across 11 counties. Under Chellie’s leadership, the Chamber drives impact and business growth in the Greater Philadelphia region. The Chamber works to amplify the impact of business in the region, advocate for a more competitive business climate, and grow a vibrant and diverse business community.

Previously, Chellie served as CEO for the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Aviation, including both Philadelphia International and the Northeast Philadelphia Airports. As CEO of the airports, Chellie was the city’s chief aviation representative in local, state, national, and international affairs. She was responsible for the operation of the airport system, and directed the planning, development, and administration of all airport activities during her tenure.

Chellie served on Philadelphia’s aviation leadership team for 11 years, including 6 1/2 years as CEO. Prior to these roles, she spent 13 years working for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and served for seven years as an active-duty officer in the United States Air Force and one year as an Air Force civilian employee. She completed her military service in 1998 as an active-duty Captain.

Chellie is Chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Economic and Community Advisory Council and represents the Chamber on the Boards of Directors for the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation, the University City Science Center, the World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia, and the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau. Previously, she served on other international, national, and local boards and advisory groups.

Chellie has received recognition as a collaborative and inclusive leader. Most recently, she was included in Philadelphia Magazine’s “150 Most Influential Philadelphians” list, the Philadelphia Business Journal’s 2023 “Power 101” list, and City & State PA’s 2022 “Philly Power 100” and 2023 “Power of Diversity” lists.

Chellie holds a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame in Government with a special concentration in economics and philosophy and an M.B.A. from Auburn University at Montgomery. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the Commonwealths of Pennsylvania and Virginia.

2024 Take the Lead Honoree

Molly D. Shepard, MS, MSM

Founder & Executive Advisor

The Leader’s Edge

Molly Shepard is Founder & Chief Executive Officer of The Leader’s Edge and has more than 30 years of experience in career counseling, leadership development, executive coaching and executive search. Through her leadership as Chairman, President and Co-founder of Manchester Inc., one of the world’s largest career development consulting firms, she helped thousands of people a year transition and reach their potential as leaders under her guidance.

Molly has served as co-chair for Women Against MS for the past five years and is a member of the Board of Directors for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Greater Delaware Chapter. She is Chairman Emeritus of the Women’s Initiative for the United Way of Southeastern PA where she was the founder of Women United. She is also Chairman Emeritus of WHYY Inc., President Emeritus of the Pennsylvania Women’s Forum and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Molly has previously served on the Boards of Directors for Keystone Financial Inc., Rosemont College, Liberty Savings Bank, the Kimmel Center, the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education Board of Overseers, and the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia. Her numerous accolades include Woman One Award (Institute For Women’s Health & Leadership at Drexel); Woman Of Spirit Award (Multiple Sclerosis Society); Alice Paul Equality Award; Brava! Achievement Award; Women Caring About What Matters Award ; and The Paradigm Award. Molly is also an author of four books including The Bully-Proof Workplace, written in partnership with Peter Dean. Her other works include Breaking Into The Boys’ Club, focused on the roadblocks that keep women from reaching the top of the corporate ladder; Preparing For Your Prime Time, a guide for women boomers to help them prepare for a fulfilling retirement; and Stop Whining and Start Winning.

Molly holds a B.A. from Wheaton College, a Master’s Degree in Psychological Services and Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania, an MSM in Leadership from The American College, and she received an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities from West Chester University. In 2009, she received certification as an Internationally Certified Career Management Fellow with ICC International.

We are proud to support the GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA and congratulate all 2024 TAKE THE LEAD honorees, including our friends

CHELLIE CAMERON

President & CEO, The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and TINA SIMMONS

Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Comcast – Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience

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2024 Take the Lead Honoree

The Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons Judge Philadelphia Municipal Court

The Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons was initially elected to the Philadelphia Municipal Court in 2005. Currently, she predominately presides over cases in the Criminal Division. She is a graduate of the University of Florida and Rutgers-Camden University School of Law. Judge Simmons was appointed by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to the inaugural Continuing Judicial Education Board of Judges. She is also a member of the County Adult Probation and Parole Advisory CommitteeStandards Subcommittee and the Philadelphia Criminal Law Inn of Court and is presently the Board Chairperson of Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity. She is a Past Chair of the Clifford Scott Green Chapter of the National Bar Association-Judicial Council, the Barristers Association of Philadelphia-Advisory Board, the National Bar Association, and the National Association of Women Judges.

Judge Simmons began her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Philadelphia. She was appointed an Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Philadelphia, predominately representing the Police Commissioner and Fire Commissioner on contract and disciplinary matters. Judge Simmons was subsequently appointed Chief Legal Counsel to the Philadelphia Police Department and Police Commissioners.

Judge Simmons’ commitment to criminal justice, social justice, professional excellence, and mentoring has been recognized through the receipt of numerous awards and recognitions, including the Philadelphia Bar Association-Honorable Louis H. Pollack Award; the Barristers Association of Philadelphia-Honorable A. Leon Higginbotham, Jr. Award; the Justice Juanita Kidd Stout Woman of Distinction Award; the National Bar Association-Women Law Division Doris May Harris Image Award; and the Rutgers Law School-Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Champion of Social Justice and Equality Award.

Judge Simmons has also served as a lecturer on cutting-edge legal issues in law enforcement and legal training seminars, continuing legal education, and continuing judicial education programs. Additionally, Judge Simmons is a frequent guest lecturer at area law schools and campus organizations. She is also a noted author with published works.

Judge Simmons participates in many charitable and civic organizations, including the NAACP, Jack and Jill of America, Philadelphia Police Athletic League-Education Committee, Philadelphia Police Foundation, Friends Select School-Advisory Council, and Julia R. Masterman School-Advisory Council, where she created their first Diversity Committee.

Comcast NBCUniversal is proud to support the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania’s Take the Lead, and we congratulate this year’s honorees including our very own, Tina Simmons.

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2024 Take the Lead Honoree Tina Simmons

EVP, Human Resources

Comcast—Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience (XGIE)

Tina Simmons, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, is responsible for leading all facets of human resources and organizational effectiveness for Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience Teammates, including culture, diversity, inclusion, equity & belonging, employee engagement, labor relations, HR policy, performance management, talent acquisition, and talent management.

She began her career with Bell Atlantic (Verizon) as Manager of Call Centers for Small Businesses in Pennsylvania and Delaware. She then transitioned to PECO as manager for call centers serving Southeast Pennsylvania customers. As Practice Manager for GartnerGroup’s Contact Center Assessment service, Tina identified and shared customer care best practices. She also built the Customer Care function at Software Consulting Group. Tina joined Comcast in 2000.

A graduate of Villanova University, Tina holds a bachelor’s degree in business and a Master of Science in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Pennsylvania. Her professional studies include completion of Comcast’s Executive Leadership Forum, the Harvard Business School/CTAM Cable Executive Management Program, the Cornell University ILR School HR Strategy Executive Education, and the WICT Senior Executive Summit at Stanford programs. Tina is on the Board of Directors for the Women in Cable and Telecommunications Network. She serves as an Executive Champion of Comcast’s Women’s Employee Resource Group. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority.

Tina received Villanova University’s Eby Award for Outstanding Post Graduate Achievement. She has frequently been recognized as one of the Most Influential Minorities in Cable and one of the Most Powerful Women in Cable by Cablefax Magazine. Tina is the 2005 winner of NAMIC’s Paragon Award and received WICT’s Liberty Award in 2006. She was awarded “Women Worth Watching in 2010” honors by the Profiles in Diversity Journal, recognized among the National Diversity Council's 2011 “Most Powerful & Influential Women in Pennsylvania,” 2012’s “Most Powerful & Influential Women for Tri-State” awards, and the National Diversity Council’s “Multicultural Leadership Award” in 2016. Tina received the Off the Field Players Wives Association “Woman of Impact” Award and the WICT Southeast Chapter Red Letter Award in 2019. Finally, Tina was recognized on the Career Mastered Magazine Diversity IMPACT 50 List in 2022.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Scout Presenters

Marisa M.

Presenter for Chellie Cameron

Troop 97234

Julia R. Masterman High School

11th Grade

Marisa is in 11th grade at Julia R. Masterman High School, and is on the Junior Events Committee, a marathon finisher through Students Run Philly Style, the events chair for Student Government Association, and the dean’s assistant. She is the chess team cocaptain and attended the 2023 High School and All Girls National Tournaments. A Girl Scout for 9 years, Marisa is most proud of earning her Silver Award, for which she started an all-girls chess club called Masterman Queens. Marisa plays the flute in chamber orchestra, pit orchestra, jazz band, and is 4th chair in the Philadelphia All City Concert Band and Orchestra. This is her fourth year participating in Take the Lead, previously serving as emcee, social media, networking, and public relations support. After high school, Marisa hopes to attend Northwestern University to major in civil engineering.

Katelyn O.

Presenter for Molly D. Shepard, MS, MSM

Juliette (Individually Registered Girl Scout)

B. Reed Henderson High School

10th Grade

Katelyn is a 10th grader at West Chester's B. Reed Henderson High School. She is a member of the varsity cheer team, select honors chamber and concert choirs, Mock Trial, DECA, Chester County Student Forum, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and participates in the annual musical. Katelyn also takes private voice, piano, and dance lessons. She actively contributes to her church youth choir and youth group and is the sole youth on the church's youth ministry board. Katelyn has been a Girl Scout for 10 years and her favorite memory involves being a 2023 National Council Session Delegate, representing the interests of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. She cherished learning more about how Girl Scouts operates and governs, as well as connecting with Girl Scouts globally. Katelyn aspires to pursue a career in secondary special education.

Faith W.

Presenter for The Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons

Troop 91

Science Leadership Academy

11th Grade

Faith is a junior at Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, where she is involved in cheer and her antigun violence after school program. She is passionate about church and is a youth leader of her church's youth senate. A Girl Scout for 10 years and member of Troop 91, Faith’s favorite Girl Scout activities include troop sleepovers and working with younger troop sisters. This is Faith’s 5th year at Take the Lead, where she has been a raffle rover and member of the color guard. Faith is passionate about issues affecting her community—she advocates for anti-gun violence and spoke at the United Nations in 2022. She hopes to further advocate on issues African Americans face every day like education, housing, and the environment. Faith plans to attend college and study law and philosophy. Her dream is to be a lawyer and legislator in Philadelphia.

Layla J.

Presenter for Tina Simmons

Troop 97234

Central High School

12th Grade

Layla is a 12th grader at Central High School and is the President of Central’s Fitness Club and Mentorship Program. She writes for the school newspaper, is in the Barnwell National Honor Society, on the Blood Drive Committee, and is captain of the Varsity Girls Lacrosse team. In her free time, Layla teaches swimming lessons at the YMCA and has coached their swim team for three years. Layla spent 7 summers at GSEP’s Camp Laughing Waters as a Lifeguard and Counselor. She was Campership Lead for 2021 Take the Lead, a Girl Delegate last year, and is currently a Girl Advisor to the GSEP Board. Layla wants to study Broadcast Journalism in college, and plans to use her voice for good, making a difference by reporting stories from around the world.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Scout Emcees

Arya C.

Emcee

Juliette (Individually Registered Girl Scout)

Lower Moreland High School

9th Grade

Arya participates in the track and field team at Lower Moreland High School. She dedicates her time to looking for ways to make the community better as a dedicated volunteer. She participates in a volunteer program run by her local library and completes various tasks for local organizations. She is proud to have earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award at gold level last year, and is working towards earning it again. Arya is pleased with her time spent serving on the GSEP History Committee and her years of volunteer work with the Girl Scouts. She has been a Girl Scout for nine years, but this is her first year as a Juliette. Arya is thrilled to be an emcee this year after taking part in the Take the Lead Chorus the previous year. Arya would like to study business in college and beyond since she has developed a passion for it.

Briana C.

Emcee

Troop 9020

Central High School

11th Grade

Briana is an enthusiastic 11th grader at Central High School who stands out as an emcee and a dedicated member of Troop 9020. Engaging in various extracurricular activities, she actively participates in AASU (African American Student Union), United Pan African, Artist Club, and the Debate Club. Having been a Girl Scout since the age of five, Briana brings a wealth of experience and eagerness to connect with sister Girl Scouts. This marks her first year in Take the Lead, and she is excited about meeting Girl Scouts from diverse backgrounds. In the broader community, Briana is recognized for her vibrant spirit and commitment to both education and service. Looking towards the future, Briana aspires to attend college, with her sights set on Clark Atlanta for a major in political science.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Scout Campership & Chorus Leads

Emma H. Campership Lead

Troop 4932

Great Valley Middle School

6th Grade

Emma is a 6th grader at Great Valley Middle School. She has been a Girl Scout since kindergarten. Last year, Emma earned her Bronze Award and traveled to Savannah with her troop. Her favorite activity in the summer is attending Camp Valley Forge and Camp Mosey Wood. In addition to her love for Girl Scouts, Emma competes with the Upper Main Line YMCA swim team, participates in student council, plays the flute for her school band, sings in the 6th grade Blue and White Chorus group, and volunteers in her free time. This is Emma’s first time participating in Take the Lead.

Lene S. Chorus Lead

Troop 21724

New Hope Homeschooler

8th Grade

Lene is an 8th grader living in New Hope and an active member of her community who especially enjoys volunteering at the Bucks County Children’s Museum and The Delaware Valley Food Pantry. A Girl Scout for 9 years, Lene recently attended Space Camp as part of an all-girls team and is currently working on her Silver Award by organizing volunteer appreciation events at the local food pantry. Lene also enjoys sports, is planning to try out for the school tennis team, and loves music. She is a member of the School of Rock where she is a lead vocalist and plays keyboard. Her favorite band experience was the Abba vs. Bee Gees competition. Lene is excited to leverage her love of music and community service as the Chorus Lead in this year’s Take the Lead, having previously served as a greeter.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Co-Chairs

Allie H.

Girl Co-Chair

Service Unit 570

Individually Registered Member

Perkiomen School 12th Grade

Allie is a senior at the Perkiomen School where she is a member of the varsity lacrosse team. She is a peer tutor and recently played Morticia in her school production of The Addams Family. Allie earned her Silver Award for her work with the Fresh Air Fund and currently serves as a Girl Delegate. Take the Lead is one of her favorite parts of Girl Scouts; she has been a Presenter, the Campership Lead, carried the American flag in the Color Guard, and worked as a Greeter in past events. After spending her sophomore year abroad in Germany through a scholarship program provided by the U.S. State Department, Allie has discovered a passion for international relations and diplomacy and hopes to pursue this in college and beyond.

Jasmine W. Girl Co-Chair

Troop 9364

Philadelphia Academy Charter High School 11th Grade

Jasmine is in 11th grade at Philadelphia Academy Charter High School. She is involved in her school’s drama club, the Model UN team, and as a teenage companion for a peer that has autism. She enjoys volunteering, especially at Cat’s Bridge To Rescue, a cat shelter, or at Parkwood Therapeutic Riding Center, where she is a rider and also helps with lessons for children and adults with special needs. In the summer she works as a lifeguard and a swim lesson coach and loves the opportunity to connect with the youth in her neighborhood. Jasmine is in her 12th year of Girl Scouting and has earned her Bronze and Silver awards and is currently working towards her Gold. She is also planning a trip around Europe this summer with her sister Girl Scouts.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Coordinator

Srsti N. Girl Coordinator

Troop 41950

Downingtown West High School 12th Grade

Srsti is in 12th grade at Downingtown West High School where she is involved in Student Council and Mental Health Awareness. She is also a DEI Representative to the school district. Srsti has been involved in Take the Lead for several years and she is proud to be in the Girl Coordinator role this year. Srsti is most proud of her Girl Scout Volunteer in Training pin. Achievement of her VIT has enabled her to be a co-leader for her little sister’s troop. After high school, Srsti plans to attend college and is strongly considering the field of Psychology.

CHORUS

Basia B.

Abby B.

Taytiannah B.

Patricia B.

Caliegh C.

Minna E.

Kennedi J.

Kourtney L.

Misa M.

Monee M.

Lylah M.

Keyier R.

Makayla S.

Brynn W.

COLOR GUARD

Lucia D.

Sophie F.

Kaylee H.

Aditi J.

Stella P.

Vashti V.

2024 TAKE THE LEAD Girl Participants

GREETERS & USHERS

Amirah A.

Djazori A.

Nia B.

Micheala C.

Elia H.

Taylor H.

Adrianna H.

Brianna H.

Sue'lai J.

Anja M.

Kaelyn S.

Diahna S.

Zymira W.

NETWORKING & PR

Amber A.

Charlotte H.

Sarah H.

Kinsley J.

Amarri L.

London S.

Simra S.

Ma'niyah S.

Eryn W.

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Brownie Making Games

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Senior Game Visionary

First Aid Kits for Others

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Welcome!

As a member of Troop Take the Lead, tonight you will embark on the full Girl Scout experience at each themed activation station. Collect all the stamps to complete your Girl Scout Journey!

Stage

Constellation Station

Daisy Space

Science Explorer

Archery & S'mores

Cadette Archery

Take the Lead Cookie Rally

Junior Cookie Collaborator

Take the Lead Sponsors

Archer & Greiner, P.C. CADES

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

Cozen O'Connor

Day & Zimmermann

AARP Pennsylvania

Bentley

The Chamber of Commerce For Greater Philadelphia

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Community College of Philadelphia

Diversified Search Group

Essential Utilities

6abc/WPVI-TV Philadelphia

ASR Media

Harris T. Bock, Esq.

Amara Briggs

Deloitte

Lisa Detwiler

Ann Thornton Field, Esq.

Fraser Advanced Information Systems

Carol J. Johnson

Lockton Companies

NJM Insurance Group

PNC Bank

TD Bank

Dona File & Jeannette Morris

Fox Rothschild LLP

Hamilton Family Foundation

The Honickman Foundation

Independence Foundation

JAMS

Lisa D. Kabnick

Andrea R. Kramer, Esquire

JUNIOR BROWNIE DAISY BENEFACTOR

Mia Fioravanti

The Leslie Miller and Richard Worley Foundation

NFP

Charisse R. Lillie

Susan Mucciarone

NSM Insurance Brokers

The Philadelphia Foundation

Philadelphia Insurance Companies

Dianne & Jeffrey Rotwitt

UBS Financial Services Inc.

Visit Philadelphia

Patricia D. Wellenbach

Abbey Romano & Family

Dianne Semingson

Regina M. Tracy

the Lead honorees

We salute Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) and all those dedicated to helping girls build essential skills, develop talents, explore new interests, and discover what they are capable of accomplishing today, tomorrow, and beyond.

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Save the date for the third annual Golf for Girl Scouts fundraiser. Your support provides Girl Scouts throughout Eastern Pennsylvania with the opportunity to enhance their leadership development skills, and learn how to become the leaders of the future.

September 9, 2024 | Saucon Valley Country Club 2050 Saucon Valley Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18015

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Girls Scouts open up a world of possibilities, so girls can thrive.

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Past Take the Lead Honorees

Hon. Lynne Abraham

Abigail Adams

Carol Aichele

Julie Alleman

Renee Amoore

Cathy M. Andruzzi

Denise McGregor

Armbrister

Mary Ann Arty

Edna L. Astley

Mary Stengel Austen

Dr. Brandi Baldwin

Ernesta D. Ballard

Elva L. Bankins

Patrice Banks

Christine S. Beck

Hon. Phyllis W. Beck

Madeline Bell

Romona Riscoe Benson

Sarah A. Bernhardy

Mariska Bogle

Gloria Bonila-Santiago

Laura Borsdorf, PhD

Joyce L. Bresee

Jenne K. Britell, PhD

Joan Myers Brown

Karen D. Buchholz

Lufay Butler

Laurada B. Byers

Rev. Bonnie Camarda

Yvonne Carrington

Joan Carter

Dorothy D. Chacko

Jean Chamberlin

Renee Chenault Fattah

Margaret M. Chin

Gloria Twine Chisum, PhD

Im Ja P. Choi

Eva Christian

Della Clark

Gina Clark

Anne-Marie Corner

Patricia A. Coulter

Dorothy F. Cousins

Elsie Y. Cross

Helen Cunningham

Cheryl Cutrona

Tracy Davidson

Joanne R. Denworth

Denise L. Devine

Nance K. Dicciani, PhD

Helen O. Dickens, M.D.

Janet S. Dickerson

Carolina DiGiorgio

Elena M. DiMaggio

Faye Z. Dissinger

Mary K Dougherty

Elizabeth A. Dow

Lucinda Bromwyn

Duncalfe

Barbara Ann Durham

Maria P. Dwyer

Dr. Beverly Emanuel

JoAnne A. Epps

Claire Fagin, PhD

Vera King Farris

Carmen Febo-San Miguel

Valerie Ferguson

Risa Vetri Ferman

Ann Thornton Field

Dona File

Loretta P. Finnegan, M.C.

Ellen T. Fisher

Melissa Fitzgerald

Nikki Franke

Carol L. Franklin

Chekemma J. FulmoreTownsend

Dr. Anne Gaffney

Janet J. Gaudin

Melissa Weiler Gerber

Nancy Gillboy

Constance B. GirarddiCarlo

Jane Golden

Nancy Goldenberg

Juliet J. Goodfriend

Agnes Gowdy

Rosemarie B. Greco

Carol Williams Green

Tina Sloan Green

Gloria Guard

Dr. Amy Gutmann

Barbara Hafer

Penny Hammrich, PhD

Nydia Han

Irene Horstmann Hannan

Hon. Sarah Hargrove

Anne d’Harnoncourt

Dr. Ann Weaver Hart

Rosella Harvey

Deborah Hassan

Rashidah Hassan

Janet Brutschea Haugen

Faye Ellison Heller

Eleanor Jean Hendley

Mamie Hicks

Evelyn Marcha Hidalgo

Susan M. Hilferty

Lynne Honickman

Curtis Howard, PhD

Vicki Huber

Cynthia Hudson

Hon. Rennee Cardwell

Hughes (Ret.)

Cora Ingrum

Gayle Tomika Isa

Janice Jacovini, RN

Teresa Jaynes

Hon. Roxanne Jones

Clare Kahn, PhD

Sheila M. Katz, M.D.

Catherine M. Keating

Kathy Killian

Nancy D. Kolb

Kathryn Kolbert

Margaret Kuo

Ann Lagos

Phyllis S. Larson

Merianne Leagans

Sophia Lee

Meryl Levitz

Susan Liberace

Sr. Mary Liguori

Charisse R. Lillie

Susan K. Lior

Adele Poses Magner

Josephine C. Mandeville

Nicole Marquis

Rev. Dr. Lorina

Marshall Blake

Angela Martinez

Alba Martinez-Velez, Esq.

Sharmain Matlock-Turner

Rebecca Matthias

Marciene Mattleman

D.C. Maxwell

Eileen McDonnell

Jami Wintz McKeon

Lorraine McGlinn

Kyra McGrath

Mary McLaughlin

Dr. Afaf I. Meleis

Diane Melley

Mia Mendoza

Leslie Anne Miller, Esq.

Madeline R. Moffett

Penny B. Moldofsky

Linda Wright Moore

Darragh Muldoon

Elizabeth Murphy

Stephanie Naidoff

Lisa Johnson Nutter

Carol A. Ogelsby

Ruth Patrick, PhD

Rosalie Peirsol

Jane G. Pepper

Sharon Pinkenson

Jessie B. Powell

Rita E. Prescott

Mary H. Purcell

Thelma Reese, PhD

Lori Reiner

Hon. Blondell

Reynolds Brown

Ann F. Rhoads, PhD

Leslie S. Richards

Michele Ridge

Louise A. Riker

Emily C. Riley

Marilyn Hillian Rivers

Hon. Annette M. Rizzo

Suzanne Roberts

Dr. Charmaine Spence

Rochester, DHA, CPA, FACHE, FHFMA

Dorothy Roth

Katalin E. Roth, M.D.

Trudy Rubin

Maureen S. Rush

Jane Scaccetti, CPA, MT, PFS

Susan Schick

Sister Mary Scullion

Dianne Seminsgon

Elizabeth S. Sennott

Fred Shabel

Jen Shillingford

Laura Shubilla

Anna Maria Skalka, PhD

Hon. Dolores K. Sloviter

Shelley Smith, Esq.

Athena Sophocles

Shelly J. Spiegel

Helen S. Spigel Sax

Judy A. Spires

Dawn Staley

Doris W. Stettler

Leslie Stiles

Suzzanne Stilwell

Audrey C. Talley, Esq.

Susan C. Taylor, M.D.

Donna B. Torrisi

Chief Judge Petrese

Tucker

Antonia Villarruel, PhD, RN, FAAN

Carolyn A. Walter, PhD

Marisa C. Weiss, PhD

Patricia D. Wellenbach

Hon. Diane M. Welsh

Pamela Browner White

Judy Wicks

Dr. Joan S. Wider

Joyce S. Wilkerson, Esq.

Helen Sigel Wilson

Dalila Wilson-Scott

Delilah Winder

Carol Wong

Shelly D. Yanoff

Lynn Yeakel

Lily Yeh

Cecilia Moy Yep

Ahmeenah Young

We see you, role models.

Thank you and congratulations to Chellie Cameron, Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons, Molly Shepard, and Tina Simmons for your selfless service and dedication to creating opportunities for girls.

Your work inspires others and makes our community—and the world—a better place, not only for the next generation of women, but for all.

2023-2024 Board of Directors and Girl Advisors

Nicole LeVine Chair

PECO

Debbie O’Brien First Vice Chair Bank of America

Ann Donley Vice Chair

Jebran & Abraham, PC

Loraine Ballard Morrill Vice Chair

iHeartMedia

Anne Baum

Lehigh Valley Reilly

Children's Hospital

Mary Beth Biddle

Lockheed Martin

Terri Boyer

Villanova University

Fusun Bubernack

ET&T

Jennifer Dempsey Fox Consultant

Judy Freyer

Retired, The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church

OFFICERS

Rick Perkins Treasurer PPL

Joann Gonzalez-Generals Secretary University of Pennsylvania

Kim Fraites-Dow CEO*

Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

*ex-officio, non-voting

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE

Allison Green Johnson

Lincoln Financial Group

Ellen Iobst

IOBST Supply Chain Consulting, LLC

Kathy Killian

Philadelphia Phillies

Stephanie L. Kosta

Comcast

Joanne McFall

Keystone First

Susan Mucciarone

Glenmede

Olubunmi Ojikutu

Reading Hospital—Tower Health

Rick Perkins

Retired, The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

Ashley Russo

ASR Media

Dayi Miriam Shou

PwC

Shelley Smith

Archer

Alison Snyder

East Penn Manufacturing Co.

GIRL ADVISORS TO THE BOARD

Layla J. Central High School

Emma S. Princeton High School

Anika S. Methacton High School

Girl Scout Camp Song Lyrics

“Alive Awake Alert”

Verse 1

Regular Tempo

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

I’m alert, awake, alive

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

Verse 2

Faster Tempo

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

I’m alert, awake, alive

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

Final Verse

Even Faster Tempo

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

I’m alive, awake, alert

I’m alert, awake, alive

I’m alive, awake, alert

Enthusiastic

Closing Song Lyrics “Make New Friends”

Make new friends, but keep the old. One is silver, the other’s gold.

A circle is round, it has no end. That’s how long, I want to be your friend.

A fire burns bright, it warms the heart. We’ve been friends, from the very start.

You have one hand, I have the other. Put them together, we have each other.

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY and the Ann Welsh McNulty Institute for Women’s Leadership

congratulate TINA SIMMONS

Villanova Class of 1989

On being honored by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania for her outstanding leadership and achievements

GIRLS RULE.

(And so do you, Chellie, Judge Karen, Molly and Tina.)

Thank you for showing girls and women across the region how things get done.

Do you know someone who:

Exemplifies extraordinary civic, professional, and philanthropic leadership and achievement?

Acts as a positive role model for girls and is committed to making the world a better place?

Showcases the Girl Scout values of courage, confidence, and character?

Lives or works in Greater Philadelphia? (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties)

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA

CITY OF PHILADELPHIA

CHERELLE L. PARKER

Office of the Mayor Mayor

215 City Hall

CHERELLE L. PARKER

Office of the Mayor Mayor

Philadelphia, PA 19107

215 City Hall Philadelphia, PA 19107

(215) 686-2181

FAX (215) 686-2180

(215) 686-2181

FAX (215) 686-2180

March 5, 2024

March 5, 2024

Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

Greetings!

Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia presented by PECO, An Exelon Company.

Greetings!

Benefitting the impactful work of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP), Take the Lead is GSEP’s signature annual fundraising event helping to provide girls with the opportunity to be part of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and other invaluable programs, including Camperships which provide financial support to girls to discover the magic of Girl Scout summer camp. I am delighted that tonight’s event is produced and presented by the girls for the 500 guests.

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Take the Lead Greater Philadelphia presented by PECO, An Exelon Company.

Benefitting the impactful work of the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP), Take the Lead is GSEP’s signature annual fundraising event helping to provide girls with the opportunity to be part of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and other invaluable programs, including Camperships which provide financial support to girls to discover the magic of Girl Scout summer camp. I am delighted that tonight’s event is produced and presented by the girls for the 500 guests.

I commend the four outstanding servant leaders being celebrated this evening: Chellie Cameron, President & CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce; The Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons, Judge of the City of Philadelphia Municipal Court; Molly D. Shepard, MS, MSM, Founder and Executive Advisor of The Leader’s Edge; and Tina Simmons, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Comcast - Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience. Your efforts not only make a powerful difference in our community but also provide the many Girl Scouts in our region with inspiration in navigating their own paths toward leadership. Congratulations to each of you!

Take the Lead is known as an event for the girls, by the girls. As Philadelphia’s 100th and first female Mayor, I applaud these Girl Scouts and encourage them to be bold in their dreams for themselves. Thank you to all the supporters of this worthy event and for your generosity in supporting the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. Have an uplifting evening!

Sincerely,

I commend the four outstanding servant leaders being celebrated this evening: Chellie Cameron, President & CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce; The Honorable Karen Yvette Simmons, Judge of the City of Philadelphia Municipal Court; Molly D. Shepard, MS, MSM, Founder and Executive Advisor of The Leader’s Edge; and Tina Simmons, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Comcast - Xfinity Growth Innovation & Experience. Your efforts not only make a powerful difference in our community but also provide the many Girl Scouts in our region with inspiration in navigating their own paths toward leadership. Congratulations to each of you!

Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

Take the Lead is known as an event for the girls, by the girls. As Philadelphia’s 100th and first female Mayor, I applaud these Girl Scouts and encourage them to be bold in their dreams for themselves. Thank you to all the supporters of this worthy event and for your generosity in supporting the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. Have an uplifting evening!

Sincerely,

Cherelle L. Parker Mayor

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