November 2016 Bottom Line by DCRCOC Communications Team

Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce

2016 ATHENA Honorees PROFILed See bios on pages 7 - 10

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colleges in Connecticut and Massachusetts, Pamela R. Edington, Ed.D assumed the presidency of Dutchess Community College in August 2014. Dr. Edington is committed to increasing the number of

Dutchess students who complete a degree, developing additional programs of study to meet emerging workforce needs in the midHudson Valley, growing a servicelearning program she established that offers opportunities for students to deepen their academic learning while helping to meet community-defined needs, and enhancing strategic relationships with local partners to enhance the educational pathway in Dutchess County from pre-K through college. TD Bank proudly sponsors this month’s breakfast. The bank prides itself on its convenient hours, including weekend banking availability. Its employees enjoy donating time to causes in their communities. Whether it is personal, small business, or commercial banking, TD Bank provides money manage-

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ment for all stages of life. Representatives from the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York, Inc. and Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie will also be in attendance. Donations of nonperishable food items are also appreciated as part of the Member Ambassador’s ongoing food drive to benefit the Workforce Development Center. Following the breakfast, the Nonprofit Committee will present a seminar on “Finding Funds to

After Hours Networking coming to Wappingers Falls

he next Business After Hours, one of the Chamber’s monthly evening networking events, will be held in Wappingers Falls this month. Business After Hours sponsored by

Members, non-members and guests are invited to attend from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, November 9 at Outback Steakhouse on Route 9. This networking event will feature complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. N&S Supply of Fishkill proudly sponsors this month’s event. Louis Nussbickel founded N&S Supply during the Great Depression. The store operated out of a small shed in Fishkill. Over the years, N&S became a full-line HVAC distributor as well as adding four plumbing showrooms. The company has seven locations throughout the

Grow.” Read more on Page 3. Tickets to the breakfast are $25 for members in advance or $30 for walk-ins. Non-members may attend for $35. Call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000 to RSVP or visit dcrcoc. org.

Message From The Chair............................ 2 Small Business Partner - Mehl & Associates �� 2 Flavor of the Month - Crew.......................... 3 Message From The Chamber President............ 4 Upcoming Events & Ribbon Cuttings............... 5 Member News........................................12 New Members .......................................13 Foundation News....................................14

Hudson Valley and Southeastern Connecticut. To learn more about N&S Supply, call 845-896-6291 or

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visit nssupply.com. To register, visit dcrcoc.org or call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000.

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r. Pamela Edington, President of Dutchess Community College, will be the keynote speaker at the November Contact Breakfast on Wednesday, November 16 at 7:30 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. An experienced educator and administrator with more than 30 years of service at community

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Think Local First Saturday, Nov. 26

Officers John Davies, Chair .... Riverside Bank - A division of Salisbury Bank & Trust Company Rita McPeck, 1st Vice Chair...............................................................KeyBank Jeffrey B. Senft, 2nd Vice Chair...................S & O Construction Services, Inc. Jennifer Dunn, Treasurer....State Farm Insurance - The Jen Dunn Agency, Inc. Joe Bonura, Jr., Past Chair ......................................Bonura Hospitality Group Stephen E. Diamond, Of Counsel....... Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond LLP Directors David Bova.....................................................Millbrook Vineyards & Winery Jan Dewey ......................................................................Poughkeepsie Journal Ron Flaherty .........................................................TEG Federal Credit Union Bill Francis.....................................................Fortress Financial Advisory LLC Freddimir Garcia....................................................................... Marist College Lauren Gillett............................................................. The Chazen Companies Paul Hochenberg............................................... MidHudson Regional Hospital William Lessner .............................................................Adams Fairacre Farms James Letterio Jr. ...............................RBT Accounting & Consulting Services. Patrick Moore...................................................... Antalek & Moore Insurance Michael Mullaney.............................................. Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC Scott Pawenski..............................................................................EmbroidMe Stewart Petrovits..................................................Blacktop Maintenance Corp. Vincent Ricotta......................................... Mercedes-Benz of Wappingers Falls . Catherine Secor................................................................................. TD Bank Mike Spinelli.......................................................Michael Spinelli, Accountant Denise Doring VanBuren................... Central Hudson Gas and Electric Corp. Jennifer Van Tuyl............................................................. Cuddy & Feder, LLP Mary Kay Vrba.....................................................................Dutchess Tourism Tina Walz.................................................................................... M & T Bank Tom Weddell......................................RBT Accounting & Consulting Services Eben Yager............................................................... Hudson Valley Renegades Associate Board Members Daniel Lepore......................................................................... LCS Companies Jennifer Pawenski....................................................... The Chazen Companies Chamber Staff Frank Castella, Jr.................................................................. President & CEO Audra B. Gerty..............................................Executive Vice President & CFO Rich Kleban..................................................... Senior Vice President & COO Nancy DeWitt......................................................Director of Business Services Jean Harris ..........................................................................Director of Events Loren Hoffman........................... Communications & Marketing Coordinator Elena McPhee............................................................ Director of Membership . Chelsea Schwarze........................................... Community Relations Specialist Angela Signor...........................................................Director of Media Design Workforce Development Center Staff Louise McLoughlin..........................Senior Vice President of Business Services Elizabeth Kwant........................................Director of Workforce Connections Karen Williams..................................................................Work Now Mentor Career Action Center Staff Katrina Gobins..............................................Director of Career Action Center Kadiyah Lodge...............................Assistant Director of Career Action Center The Chamber Foundation Staff Nicholas Shannon............................................................... Executive Director Brianne Kelly......................................................... Programming Coordinator Youth One Stop Staff Jessica Vitolano.................................................. Youth One Stop Coordinator Rosemary Grabowska...........................Youth One Stop Assistant Coordinator Diane DeDominicis..................................... Director of Employment Services Dylan Miyoshi.................................................Youth One Stop Case Manager Ashley Wright...................................................Youth One Stop Case Manager

t’s November, and that means the start of the holiday shopping season is near. As you head to the stores, please remember to Think Local First. Hudson Valley merchants have practically everything you could possibly want -- whether it’s gifts, décor, festive foods, or more. It might seem easier to handle your gift buying with a few swift clicks in cyberspace, but there might be something even more unique and special at a local shop. Best of all, when you shop local, your tax dollars go back into our community, which benefits everyone who lives

Message from the Chair:

John Davies

here. When the local economy is thriving, local organizations, government, and the overall community are stronger and more vibrant. That’s the principle behind Small Business Saturday, coming up on November 26th. The day after Black Friday, Small

Business Saturday is a great time to support your local community. The Chamber has partnered with American Express in promoting Small Business Saturday since 2010. Last year, participants generated more than $5.5 billion in economic impact. If you want to get involved, visit dcrcoc.org/shopsmall. I invite you to get acquainted with local businesses on Small Business Saturday—and every day this holiday season and Think Local First. John Davies is the Regional President and Chief Lending Officer at Riverside Bank - A division of Salisbury Bank and Trust Company.

Small Business Partner of the Month

Mehl & Associates, CPA’s

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Mehl & Associates, founded in 2009, provides proactive, strategic, and value-added services that most business owners live without. Starting with only 15 clients, they have grown to currently serve over 600 individual clients and nearly 100 businesses. The Chamber’s Small Business Partner of the Month offers small businesses with 12 employees or fewer direct advertising to members and the community through print, electronic and radio media. If you are interested in this program, contact Elena at (845) 454-1700, ext. 1009.

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Next Young Professionals’ CEO Chat to feature Neil Pollack

he Hudson Valley Young Professionals will present a CEO Chat featuring Neil Pollack, Executive Director of Anderson Center for Autism, from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, November 10 at the Anderson Center for Autism in Staatsburg. Neil Pollack has held a myriad of roles, serving in various leadership positions. He was one of the founding members and served as third president of the New York State Association of Community and Residential Agencies and

has been involved in many other community organizations, committees, trusteeships, and has lectured on a variety of managerial and human service topics. Considered a pioneer and Pollack entrepreneur, Pollack joined Anderson Center for Autism and Anderson Foundation for Autism as CEO/Executive

Director in January 2001 at a critical period, laying the groundwork for total revitalization and leading the organization’s current course to prominently serve individuals with autism spectrum disorders. CEO Chats are informal, including a question-and-answer period, which creates free-flowing conversation between guests and the Young Professionals. Attendance is strictly limited to 30; be sure to RSVP to secure a spot. To register, visit dcrcoc.org, call (845) 454-1700 ext. 1000 or

email hvyp@dcrcoc.org. Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC sponsors the CEO Chat series. Providing drivers with a superior car shopping experience is the first priority at Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC. Their automotive experts offer a vast selection of quality used vehicles and the latest Cadillac, Buick, and GMC models to choose from. They offer financing options to help save customers money and certified technicians are there to help with all automotive needs.

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‘Finding Funds to Grow’ seminar for nonprofits planned future events and strengthens an organization’s impact. From major giving to special events and everything in between, there’s always room for improvement. At this seminar, learn how to create a strategic, integrated funding plan, build support through special events and appeal to new donors. Registration is required. Please call (845) 454-1700, ext.

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onprofit consultant, coach, presenter and networker Susan J. Ragusa, will present a seminar on “Finding Funds to Grow” on Wednesday, November 16 at 9 a.m. at The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel following the Contact Breakfast. Understanding direct and indirect costs enables nonprofits to drive better decision making when planning

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Message from the

Chamber President Frank Castella, Jr.

Explore our new website!

e are pleased to announce we have a new database and our website has a fresh look—all to provide you, our members, with exclusive access to specialized tools to promote your business and make interacting with us and the business community easier than ever. The online Member Information Center offers convenient access to old favorites such as Member News and Job Postings as well as registering for events and maintaining your company’s information in our online directory. We recently sent out information (check your email!) on how to login to the Member Information Center and I invite you to use this one-stop-shop as well as all of the NEW features to optimize your membership! You are able to update your company’s listing to ensure online visitors have access to up-to-date information; add coupons and special deals; submit job openings; add events to the Community Calendar; submit Member News; pay invoices; and even network with other members via the new social feed, all from one portal. Registering for events is also

faster than ever. Just enter your email to be linked to your account and receive Member rates for our events. Not sure if you’ve registered? Double-check in the Member Information Center! Keep your company’s name in the forefront of your industry with an enhanced listing. Your company will be at the top of your business category, and subscribers can upload a company logo, a video, and a photo gallery. Opportunities are also available for advertising on our homepage, exclusively on business category search pages, and on our Signature Event pages. To advertise, call Rich Kleban at (845) 454-1700, ext. 1023. For more information on all the ways you can master your Chamber Membership, I encourage you to call Nancy DeWitt at (845) 454-1700, ext. 1012. At the Chamber it is our business to ensure you’re business thrives. I am thrilled to provide this resource to our members and hope you’ll take full advantage. Sincerely,

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Face the trials of ‘Managing Millennials’

re you a manager, human resources professional, or business owner? Do you find it challenging to manage Millenials alongside other generations? Skip Weisman, professional speaker and founder of the “Championship Company Blog,” will discuss “Managing Millennials, Generation Z and Boomers in the 21st

Seminar sponsored by:

he Health & Wellness Steering Committee of the Chamber will host an event on December 1 to help members

and nonmembers stay fit. A Learn to Climb Night will be held at the Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie on Thursday, December 1 from 6-8 p.m. Adults and children ages 5 and up are welcome to participate in this introduction to rock climbing class. Coaches will demonstrate basic climbing

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skills and the importance of being mindful. Tickets are $40 per person and include all equipment and shoes. Light refreshments will follow. Health Quest proudly sponsors the activities of the Health & Wellness Steering Committee. To RSVP for the Learn to Climb event visit dcrcoc.org or call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000.

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with specific strategies and techniques to apply to the future. Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions, Rose & Kiernan, Inc., and Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond sponsor this event. Tickets are $20 for members, $30 for non-members. Light breakfast will be provided. Visit dcrcoc. org or call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000 to RSVP.

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Century Workplace” at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel on Thursday, November 10 from 7:30-9:30 a.m. Weisman will explore the trials and tribulations of managing the younger generation in today’s work environment and integrating them with more veteran staff members to create a cohesive, collaborative, positive, productive, and profitable workplace. Attendees will engage in interactive activities and conversations to identify the good, the bad and the ugly of millennials in the work environment and explore strategies for more effectively inspire and motivate them and other generations to contribute at the highest levels. At the end of this session attendees will have a renewed optimism

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Sunday, November 13

5 - 7 p.m. Outback Steakhouse 1510 Route 9, Wappingers Falls

12:30 - 4 p.m. Union Tavern 51 Market Street, Poughkeepsie

Business After Hours Pigskins and Pints

EVENTS Tuesday, November 1

WLA NetGiving Reception 5 - 7 p.m. Cosimo’s Trattoria & Bar 120 Delafield Street Poughkeepsie

Offers ideas, suggestions, resources and/or connections to fellow attendees. Complimentary. Sponsored by: Thrivent Financial

Wednesday, November 9

Bridges to Board Service - Board 101 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Marist Fishkill 400 Westage Business Center Fishkill Chamber Member - $25, NonMember - $35

Sponsored by: N & S Supply of Fishkill, Inc.

Thursday, November 10

Managing the Millennials, Generation Z, and Boomers 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel 40 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie

Presented by Skip Weisman. Light breakfast will be served. Sponsored by: Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions, Rose & Kiernan, Inc., and Stenger, Roberts, Davis & Diamond LLP

Thursday, November 10

HVYP CEO Chat

5 - 7 p.m. Anderson Center For Autism 4885 Route 9, Staatsburg With Neil Pollack of Anderson Center For Autism. Sponsored by Hudson Cadillac Buick GMC

Monday, November 7

UPCOMING

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Athena Gyro Greek Taverna 4 p.m. 1167 Route 55 Lagrangeville Grand opening

Wednesday, November 2

Tuesday, November 8

12 p.m. 1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 113 Poughkeepsie

12 p.m. Chamber Offices 1 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 400 Poughkeepsie

First Aid Urgent Care Julie’s Cause Grand opening

Thursday, November 3

De’S Jewelers

4 p.m. Poughkeepsie Plaza 2600 Route 9, Suite 46-47 Poughkeepsie 70th anniversary

Join The Foundation for a day of football, wings, beer and fun. Sponsors: Blacktop Maintenance, Crunch Fitness, DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota, EmbroidMe, Fortress Financial Advisory, LLC, Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, McHoul Funeral Home, Mobile Life Support Services and S & O Construction Services.

Featuring Dr. Pamela Edington, President of Dutchess Community College. Sponsored by: TD Bank

Wednesday, November 16

Nonprofit Seminar

- Finding Funds to Grow 9 - 11 a.m. Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel 40 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie

How to create a strategic, integrated

funding plan. Sponsored by: Cindy M. Smith CPA PC and Thrivent Financial

Thursday, November 17

ATHENA Awards Reception 5:30 - 9 p.m. Villa Borghese 70 Widmer Road Wappingers Falls

Celebrate the 2016 ATHENA award honorees! See pages 7-10 for more info.

Tuesday, November 15

Bridges to Board Service - Resource Development

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Wednesday, November 16

Contact Breakfast 7:30 - 9 a.m. Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel 40 Civic Center Plaza

Friday, November 18

Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union 12 p.m. 584 Route 9, Suite 100, Fishkill Grand opening of new location

Monday, November 21

Advance Auto Parts 4 p.m. 2323 South Road & Anthony Dr. Poughkeepsie Grand opening

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ANNIVERSARIES One Year Attorneys & Legal Services

The Law Office of Omer Gil Automotive Services, Repair & Maintenance

Advance Auto Parts (Wappingers)

Catherine Pietrow Coaching Health Care Services

Hudson Valley Eye Surgeons, PC

Podiatrists

Import-Export Buisness

Restaurants

Panera Bread Union Tavern

GEODIS

NonProfits

Southern Dutchess NAACP

Retail

Sports & Recreation

Brewster Ice Arena

15 Years Quality Environmental Services & Technologies LCS Companies Travel Agencies

Hunt Travel

Accountants & Bookkeeping Services

Todd W. Gocha, CPA PC

Resorts

Mohonk Mountain House

Caterers

The Grandview Chiropractors

Environmental Products & Services

Cleaning & Janitorial Services

Ten Years

Heritage Executive Suites Sew & Vac, Inc.

JTR Transportation Corp.

Sims and Associates Podiatry

Beauty Salons, Services & Supplies

B & L Hospitality

Hotels & Motels

Transportation/Courier/ Delivery Services

Best Western Plus The Inn & Suites at the Falls

Foreign Car Specialists

Caterers

Collection Agencies & Services

Our Lady of Lourdes High School

Immediate Credit Recovery

Consultants

Office Supplies/Products

Phenix Salon Suites

Schools - Private

Five Years

Automobile Dealers

Hudson Valley Volvo

American Wellness Care – Dr. Lynne Kavulich

Landscaping Services

Eastern View

20 Years Contractors - Plumbing/Heating

T. Webber Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Financial Services

Prime Wealth Management Museums

Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum

25 Years Banks & Banking Associations

Rhinebeck Bank Financial Services

J. Heller Pension Associates, Inc.

30 Years Sports & Recreation

Dutchess County Gymnastics Center

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2016 ATHENA Awards® Honorees

Gloria Cukar

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2016 ATHENA Awards®

Profile Journal ATHENA Awards® Reception Thursday, November 17, 2016 5 - 8 p.m. Villa Borghese

A longtime business leader and visionary operations executive, Poughkeepsie resident Gloria Cukar was named Senior Director, External Affairs at MidHudson Regional Hospital in January 2015, bridging the gap between the hospital and the community, fostering a positive image and assisting in achieving fundraising goals. Previously, Cukar served Cukar as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce. Along with managing the dayto-day operations, Cukar was also responsible for building and maintaining corporate sponsorships. She was instrumental in guiding the 2010-2011 consolidation with the Greater Southern Dutchess Chamber of Commerce as well as the ensuing restructuring. Cukar first joined the Chamber in 2001, in 2008 she was named Senior Vice President, and in 2009 she added Chief Operating Officer to her duties. An accomplished entrepreneur, Cukar owned and operated Forever Memories Florist in Poughquag, I.C. Construction Co., Inc. in Red Hook, and the Beverly Farm Resort in the Catskill Mountains. Outside of the office, Cukar serves on the Center for Prevention of Child Abuse Executive Board, Half Moon Theatre Board, the WLA Executive Committee, American Cancer Society of the Hudson Valley Region Board, and is a member of the Exchange Club of Southern Dutchess. Previously, she served on the Gala Committee of the Alzheimer’s Association of the Hudson Valley, the Executive Committee of the American Heart Association of Dutchess County, and has also served on the Gala Committee for St. Martin de Porres and was

active in the Millbrook Central School PTO.

Pamela R. Edington, Ed.D. Dutchess Community College

An experienced educator and administrator with more than 30 years of service at community colleges in C onne c t icut and Massachusetts, Pamela R. Edington, Ed.D Edington assumed the presidency of Dutchess Community College in August 2014. Dr. Edington is a forwardthinking leader with demonstrated accomplishments in enhancing student success; developing community-wide partnerships; strengthening educational pathways in science, technology, engineering and math; and fostering campus collaboration. Dr. Edington served for nine years at Norwalk Community College in Connecticut following 19 years at Middlesex Community College in Massachusetts. In 2001, the Community College National Center for Community Engagement honored her as a Beacon of Vision, Hope and Action for her commitment to service-learning and civic engagement. Dr. Edington is committed to increasing the number of Dutchess students who complete a degree, developing additional programs of study, growing the service-learning program she implemented, and enhancing strategic relationships with local partners. Dr. Edington holds a Doctorate of Education in Educational Policy, Research and Administration from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, a Master of Arts in Sociology from the University of Notre Dame and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the College of St. Benedict/St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN.

Renée Fillette Ph.D Astor Services for Children & Families

At the age of 15, Renee Fillette joined a service trip to assist underprivileged children and families, which forged her career path in human services. While studying for her graduate degree in psychology, Fillette worked as a behavior consultant for children with Fillette autism and Asperger’s Syndrome throughout the northeast United States, Canada and Iceland. In 2003, she founded and served as the executive director of St. John Bosco Child & Family Services, a nonprofit organization operating community-based group homes for children. Under her leadership, the agency grew to include three group homes as well as an independent living apartment program. In 2010, Fillette became executive director at the Grace Smith House. During her tenure, she led a program expansion to include teen dating violence prevention. She served on the board of the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence and as chair of the New York Crime Victims Assistance Task Force as well as local boards related to domestic violence. In 2014, Fillette earned her doctorate in Public Service: Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations and became Chief Operating Officer at Astor Services for Children and Families. Fillette serves on the board of the Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies and remains involved with many of the children she cared for who are now young adults living independently in the community.

Lauren Gillett Chazen Companies

Lauren Gillett is the Senior Principal and Vice President of Human Resources for The Chazen Companies, a professional services firm. Gillett works tirelessly as the champion of Chazen’s culture. She chairs a Workplace Advisory Board, which meets to discuss and improve the work environment at Chazen. Her efforts have seen Chazen reGillett peatedly named one of the ‘Best Places to Work’ by the Albany Business Review. In her 10 years with Chazen, Gillett has developed the human resources department and helped implement the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Gillett has recommended and advocated for employees to be recognized by outside organizations or become participants in a variety of external leadership development programs. As a Colgate alumna, Gillett remains active with the university’s Career Services Department, and is one of the alumni panelists for students interested in careers in human resources. She also serves on Colgate’s Alumni Career Network. Gillett obtained her Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certificate, which recognizes HR professionals who demonstrate mastery of the technical and operational aspects of human resources practices, from the Human Resources Certification Institute. Throughout her career, Gillett has recognized the importance of community involvement. She has served the Greater Southern Dutchess Chamber of Commerce, the American Heart Association, Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, and Poughkeepsie City School District’s E-TECH program.

2016 ATHENA Awards® Honorees

Krista Jones

Cynthia Keller

Krista Jones has lived in the Hudson Valley for over 20 years, coming to the area to work as a radio reporter in Kingston. She later took a position as News Direct or / Mor n ing Show Co-Host on WRNQFM/Clear Channel Jones Radio of the Hudson Valley and stayed for over 15 years. After marrying and giving birth to three children, Jones was looking to do something more. When a friend and fellow mother was diagnosed with colon cancer, Jones’ immediate response was, “let me cook them dinner.” Nightly the Hopewell Junction resident left warm, homemade meals on the struggling family’s doorstep. Unfortunately, several more of Jones’ friends fell gravely ill and she quickly included them in her cooking routine. Taking her mission further, Jones founded Sparrow’s Nest in 2012, feeding four local families. Sparrow’s Nest has fed close to 1,000 people since. Today, she serves as Executive Director. In 2015 Camp Sparrow was developed to provide food and snacks to the patients’ children during the summer months and Sparrow’s Nest expanded its mission to include families of all legal caregivers of children. The American Association of University Women named Jones 2016 Woman of the Year and Pandora chose her as a 2014 Hearts of Today winner. Sparrow’s Nest has been honored as the 2014 Organization of the Year by the Junior League of Poughkeepsie, a 2015 Headliner Award Winner by the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, chosen as 2015 nonprofit of the year by the Women’s Leadership Alliance, and received the 2016 Hudson Valley Wing Bowl Golden Cluck award.

Cynthia Keller is the Associate Dean of Culinary Arts Education at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park. She oversees the culinary foundational lab classes in the college’s degree programs. Keller coaches, mentors, trains, and Keller super vises a team of 20 culinary arts faculty; facilitates the development and revision of the core curriculum, and supports student learning. She serves as a member of the internal review committee, monitoring the efficacy of educational programs and the Access for Success committee, working to implement best practices for learning campus-wide. After graduating from The Culinary in 1983, Keller embarked on her trailblazing culinary career, often being the only female employee. Undaunted, she focused on becoming the best at her craft and leading by example. Keller credits her success to her supportive parents, her Girl Scout leaders growing up, and to her husband and business partner. In 2009, when Keller joined the CIA as faculty, there were still few female chef instructors and even fewer females in the administration. In order to develop a sustainable culture of diversity in leadership, Keller believes it is important all students are exposed to strong positive examples. Through her role as Chair of the Women in Leadership association at The Culinary, she works to coordinate educational programing to develop leadership skills and empowerment of women. Throughout her 20-year tenure as owner of Restaurant du Village in Connecticut, Keller was very active in the local community and supporting charitable and nonprofit organizations benefiting the arts and education sectors, need-based community

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services, and initiatives fostering awareness about local food systems and the environment. Currently, Keller volunteers at the Rhinebeck Farmer’s Market and is an active member of Women Chefs and Restaurateurs, Société Culinaire Philanthropique, and the Women’s Foodservice Forum.

Kelly Lyndgaard Unshattered

Kelly Lyndgaard has been a leader and trailblazer for women throughout her lifetime. In addition to her impact in the nonprofit world, she spent 16 Lyndgaard years in the IT industry. In 2015, she shifted her focus to Unshattered, the social enterprise she founded. Lyndgaard has been inspired by the strength and commitment of women winning the fight against addiction at the Walter Hoving Home and founded Unshattered in 2013 to help these women build pathways toward economic independence and sustained sobriety. The women create bags and accessories from repurposed materials and then sell them online. Lyndgaard was Program Manager for the BlueGene/P supercomputer, which was awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Obama; chair of the board for the Walter Hoving Home; and led a $1 billion product line for IBM.

Ruth Mahoney KeyBank

As president of KeyBank’s Capital Region, Ruth Mahoney is not only senior representative and spokeswoman for the bank in the market, but also an institutional rarity—a woman in an executive position. Mahoney began her career in

1991 as a member of Key’s Management Associate Program. She later worked for Bank of America in Albany. When she rejoined Key, she started as Sales Leader for Key Private Bank’s Capital Region and Hudson Valley/Metro NY markets before being named President of the Hudson Valley/Metro NY Market in 2010. By 2013, the region’s private and commercial banking teams were ranked among the top divisions at Key. Today, Mahoney oversees the full range of Key Private Bank financial services in these markets. She leads Key’s economic and community development efforts in the Capital Region and has established a reputation as a leader committed to excelMahoney lence and helping others achieve success. She works to build diverse, inclusive teams featuring women in prominent leadership positions. Mahoney serves on the board of the United Way of New York State and the board of the Westchester Medical Center Foundation. She is a member of the New York Bankers Association Retail and Business Banking Executive Committee, the Capital Region Chamber, the Board of Directors of Albany Medical Center, and is a founding member of the Women’s Fund of the Greater Capital Region. Mahoney received the Corporate Champion Award from the YWCA of White Plains and the 914INC Women in Business Award. Most recently, she and her Key colleagues were recognized in American Banker’s “Most Powerful Women in Banking” issue for being the strongest team of women bankers. Mahoney has also been honored by the Women’s Enterprise Development Corp, named a Purseonality by Girls Inc. of Westchester, named a Woman of Excellence by the Albany-Colonie Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Business Council, and a Forty under 40 award winner by the Albany Business Review.

Major Kathleen Sileno Air National Guard

Major Kathleen Sileno is the commander of the 105th Force Support Squadron at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh. She enlisted 21 years ago and is one of three siblings who proudly serve or have served in the military. Her mom is a staple at the base and one of her biggest role models. As an officer and military leader, Major Sileno promotes opportunities to develop and enhance her A i r m e n’s careers through education and in-service Sileno leadership programs. Major Sileno also volunteers as Sexual Assault Response Coordinator to aid and advocate for victims of sexual assault. She also implements training to promote a positive, sexual-assault-free environment. Frequently invited to speak to groups of students about nontraditional career fields for women, Major Sileno is very active in local school districts. She also speaks to eighth grade students at Junior Leadership Orange about achieving leadership. The Johnny Sileno Foundation, which raises funds to support local families dealing with pediatric cancer, is Major Sileno’s passion. She is also involved in the 105th Airlift Wing’s Young Champions program. Major Sileno served on the Orange County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is currently serving on the Purple Heart Hall of Honor Board of Directors. A graduate of Iona College and Leadership Orange Class of 2001, Major Sileno was named one of the OC Rising Stars in 2006, an Orange County Woman of Achievement in 2011, and Leadership Orange’s Leader of Distinction in 2012. She was awarded the Company Grade Officer of the Month at Bagram

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Catherine O. Spratt, MPH, OCN, NE-BC MidHudson Regional Hospital

Catherine Spratt, a New York native, was raised to believe it is a privilege to serve others. Spratt chose a career in Nursing and has held leadership positions throughout her career. Fol l ow i ng eight years of working Spratt in major academic medical centers, she made her home in the Hudson Valley. For the past 30 years Spratt has been at Westchester Medical Center, the last two at the MidHudson Regional Hospital campus in Poughkeepsie. In her various roles, she has mentored women and men to become thoughtful leaders, pursue his or her education, and to give back to the community. With her background in Oncology, Spratt has been an active member and organizer of events

such as Relay for Life and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, and served as President of the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Oncology Nursing Society. She has also served as President of the New York Organization of Nurse Executives Hudson Valley Chapter. In 2015, she was named a Star Mentor in Healthcare and in 2016 was honored for Excellence in Administration by the Professional Nurses Association of Dutchess/Putnam. Spratt is an adjunct professor in the Department of Medicine at New York Medical College and mentors students in the region.

Bettina “Poet Gold” Wilkerson

R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Inc. Poet, author, performer, songwriter, community Artivist, and public speaker Bettina “Poet Gold” Wilkerson is a 2014 NYSCA Individual Artist Tier Grant Awardee for Dutchess County, a recipient of the 2016 Dutchess County Executive’s Artivist Award, and the 2016 recipient of the Exempt Firemen’s Association Black Heritage Committee’s Outstanding Community Service Award for Extraordinary Contribution and Dedication. Wilkerson has worked with

local arts and youth development organizations such as R.E.A.L. Skills Network, Mill Street Loft, Breaking Barriers, Mid-Hudson Heritage Center, and Arts MidHudson. She engages middle and high school students in understanding the connection between literacy, goal setting, and achievement. Wilkerson has spoken at the Women’s Leadership Alliance’s International Women’s Day, Omega Institute’s 2014 Women Serving Women Summit, and hosted the 2015 NYS Women’s Rural Conference. R e c e n t l y, she was the Artist-inR esidence for the Leadership Wilkerson O vernight Camp hosted by Rural & Migrant Ministry. Presently, Wilkerson is the Director at R.E.A.L. Skills Network, a nonprofit organization engaging at-risk youth who have difficulties navigating traditional systems by teaching how to understand and reach skill competency levels and social values. Wilkerson inspires adults as well to tap into their greatness, to learn new things, and be open to acts of kindness.

ATHENA Award® Program

he ATHENA Award® Program celebrated nationally and internationally recognizes individuals for professional excellence, for providing valuable service to their community and for assisting women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills. By honoring exceptional leaders, the ATHENA Award® Program fulfills the ATHENA mission of supporting, developing and honoring women leaders, inspiring women to achieve their full potential — creating balance in leadership worldwide. Established in 1982 in Lansing, Michigan, the program is now administered from its Chicago, Illinois headquarters and boasts more than 300 active communities in the United States, Canada, China, Russia and the United Kingdom. More than 5,000 individuals representing a wide variety of professions and businesses have received the ATHENA Award. Presented by local host organizations in partnership with ATHENA’s national underwriters, local businesses and individual sponsors the award practically demonstrates the quote from Plato, “What is honored in a country will be cultivated there.”

International ATHENA Award®

In 1994, the ATHENA Foundation Board of Directors established the International ATHENA Award. Presented to an individual each year at the International ATHENA Leadership Conference, this award honors individuals based on the following criteria:

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1. The individual has achieved the highest degree of professional excellence. 2. The individual has assisted women in reaching their potential. 3. The individual’s body of work has had a national or international impact. International Recipients are not chosen from the pool of ATHENA Award Recipients recognized by local communities during a particular year, but rather are selected based on their level of national or international influence and prominence.

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and ranged from eldercare at The Pines of Poughkeepsie, to retail at Vassar College Store, and many more. By working at real jobs, participants were able to earn money while learning valuable skills for the workplace. “Our participants are able to learn workplace skills and etiquette in real time. They make important connections and begin to network in their own community,” said Summer Youth Employment Program Specialist, Jacki McLoughlin.

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An SBA preferred lender, KeyBank provides investment management, retail and commercial banking, consumer finance, and investment products and services to individuals and companies throughout the Hudson Valley. For more information visit www.key.com or call Fred Swint, Vice President/SBA Specialist at (845) 483-3031.

Rondout appoints Chief Lending Officer

Rondout Savings Bank announced it would enrich its leadership team with the appointment of Marjorie S. Rovereto as the new Chief Lending Officer. Rovereto is an accomplished senior executive and community leader with more than 32 years of banking experience. Rovereto will join the bank on November 7.

C2G expands to western CT

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC (C2G) is expanding into western Connecticut. C2G is a full service environmental consulting and contracting firm and has served New Your State residential, commercial and industrial clients from Long Island to Albany since 2004. Visit C2G.us or call (845) 255-4900 or (914) 357-8275 for more information.

Givin’ Back to Kickin’ Back

Impact PR & Communications recently donated $500 to Kickin’ Back Ltd, a local nonprofit committed to helping build sus-

tainable communities by using soccer as a tool for positive social and physical development. Kim Kenyon, managing partner of Gold’s Gym Dutchess County, submitted Kickin’ Back to the charity raffle held at Impact’s recent grand opening party at its new office space in Poughkeepsie. Kickin’ Back supports and inspires local children, and those as far away as Namibia, where founders Kieran and Donna McIlvenny donate soccer equipment to underserved communities.

Mini Maker Faire coming November 12

The third annual Poughkeepsie Mini Maker Faire will take place on Saturday, November 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Poughkeepsie Day School. Established and emerging “makers” from the mid-Hudson Valley and beyond are invited to vendor at this family-friendly celebration. This year will launch a Green Maker showcase featuring individuals and organizations focused on sustainability. Non-commercial (non-selling) maker space is free! Commercial maker or crafter space is $40 for DCRCOC members; $50 non-members. Visit makerfairepoughkeepsie.com/exhibitors to sign up.

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Taste of the Hudson Valley returns

or the 28th time, MidHudson Regional Hospital will bring together the best food and wine purveyors from across the region and beyond to share the finest creations at its annual Taste of the Hudson Valley on Sunday, November 6 from noon until 4 p.m. at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie. This epicurean festival will boast over 100 exquisite food and wine pairings for attendees to enjoy, with the majority

prepared by local chefs using local ingredients. Tickets are available online at MidHudsonRegional.org/Taste. In addition to the wide array of food and wine samples, a silent auction featuring premium products, once-ina-lifetime experiences, and unique memorabilia from the worlds of sports, entertainment and pop culture will be held.

“Every year, Taste of the Hudson Valley is one of the most anticipated events on the area’s social calendar,” said Paul Hochenberg, Executive Director at MidHudson Regional Hospital. All proceeds from Taste of the Hudson Valley directly benefit MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. For complete information, visit MidHudsonRegional.org/Taste.

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Congratulations to Bykenhulle House on their 175th Anniversary. Visit the beautiful grounds at 21 Bykenhulle Road, Hopewell Junction.

Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum Garden

Congratulations to the Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum on the unveiling of their new interactive garden. Visit them at 75 North Water Street in Poughkeepsie.

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Youth find community, welcome at Bruderhof

eadership Connections, The Chamber Foundation’s mentorship program, which pairs Poughkeepsie High School juniors and seniors with business professionals, kicked off in October with two sessions including one at the Bruderhof communities at Maple Ridge in Ulster Park. Leadership Connections’ mission is to give our students out-of-the-classroom experiences that are both fun and educational and broaden students’ thinking and increase awareness of our community.

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the Cycle program, which delivers anti-bullying and conflict resolution assemblies to middle schools and high schools in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The Bruderhof community welcomed our program with

open arms. Together with comon how accepted he felt. Others munity members, students and expressed how they would like mentors went on to return to join a hayride, picked the Bruderhof ’s in and painted their open commupumpkins, and Connections nity dinner held on learned about the Saturday evenings. Bruderhof community. Both stuWith all of the negativity dents and mentors participated in this word often throws at us, the and were recognized at the comBruderhofs offered the Leadermunity’s daily gathering of song, ship Connections students and celebration, and prayer. mentors a sense of serenity and Mentors and mentees were community that many often forget impressed with everything they about. We could not be more aplearned. One student remarked preciative for this experience.

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oin The Chamber Foundation for a day of football, wings, beer and fun while watching NFL games on Sunday, November 13 from 12:30 - 4 p.m. at Union Tavern on Market Street in Poughkeepsie. There will be prizes, games, and music all afternoon in a casual atmosphere. Tickets are $35 per person or two for $65 and include food and select domestic draft beer. Proceeds benefit The Chamber Foundation, Inc. and the Leadership Dutchess program proudly supports this fundraiser. This event is sponsored by Blacktop Maintenance, Crunch Fitness, DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota, EmbroidMe, Fortress Financial Advisory, Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, McHoul Funeral Home, Mobile Life Support Services and S & O Construction Services.

Adult and Youth Mentorship/Leadership Opportunities Don’t miss out on these signature program. Applications are already coming in – space is limited!

Career Achievement Program

Applications due March 1, visit www.chamberfdn.org/career-achievement-program • Seeking adults at any stage of their career development who want to be connected with experienced professionals for a supportive, one-on-one relationship. • Seeking professionals who want to be mentors to individuals who are seeking to take the next step in their career.

Youth Leadership

Applications due June 2, visit www.chamberfdn.org/programs/youth-leadership •D utchess County high school students who will be sophomores in September 2017 are encouraged to apply. • Filled on a first come, first served basis. Only 80 spaces available.

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Applications due June 2, visit www.chamberfdn.org/programs/leadership-dutchess • Working professionals looking to enhance leadership skills and build community connections are encouraged to apply. • All applicants will be interviewed and a class of 30 will be hand selected.

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hen you hear the phrase “A Single Pane of Glass,” it’s not talking about home improvement, but about software used to manage your infrastructure or data center. To simplify infrastructure management, instead of juggling multiple applications to maintain and monitor IT systems, consider using only one application—or a single pane of glass. Most data centers require highly specialized, on-site resources proficient across dozens of technologies and various management standards for each. This often leaves administrators supervising the system through a seeming kaleidoscope of applications. However, Hewlett Packard Enterprises now offers a way to unify existing assets and future hardware/software purchases under single management architecture. End users can now apply software definition principals to hardware they already have and future-proof their environment from new or shifting management options. Using HPE OneView, administrators can standardize IT operations using configuration templates

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