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❑ Congratulations to Lucia Chiocchio and Cindy Kanusher who were honored with the 2023 Women Innovators Award from Westfair Communications on October 26, 2023 at the VIP Country Club in New Rochelle. The award is given to women who have been innovators in various fields, advocate for innovation in their organizations and break barriers by making significant contributions to science, technology, arts and other areas. ❑ Westchester County Executive George Latimer has appointed Lisa M. Denig, Esq., WWBA Board member and Past President, as Commissioner of Human Resources at the Westchester County Department of Human Resources. Lisa has previously served in senior positions within the Office of Court Administration and the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office, and as the Chief of Staff to the Putnam County Executive. ❑ On March 2, 2023, the Society of Irish-American Lawyers (SOCIAL) honored Kathleen Donelli, Esq., WWBA Past President and Partner at Goldschmidt & Genovese, LLP, with a Distinguished Achievement Award at its annual GALA. The Hon. Sondra M. Miller gave eloquent and meaningful introductory remarks about her mentoring relationship and bond with Kathleen, and the Hon. Colleen D. Duffy, Associate Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, presented her with the award. Kathleen gave a rich speech, both educating the audience about Ireland’s history and sharing a personal history of her family and profession. WWBA President Elizabeth Z. Marcus, and longtime WWBA members Mary F. Kelly, Esq., Past President of both WBASNY and the WWBA, and a founding member of Kelly & Knaplund, and Carla D. Glassman, Esq., a founding member and Of Counsel to Glassman & Brown, LLP, were among those present in support. The WWBA extends heartfelt congratulations to Kathleen on this honor. | Calendar
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by Amanda K. Rieben
![]() In November, as our past-president Amanda Fried noted in her newsletter, we celebrate World Kindness and World Peace Day. Yet, wars are currently raging in Israel and Ukraine, the impact of which is far-reaching and has likely affected you and/or someone you know. There are many families who have been separated from one another, lost loved ones, and/or who will be unable to gather for upcoming holidays given the current world circumstances. With Thanksgiving upon us, we are supposed to be reminded to “give thanks.” Given the current circumstances in the world, it may seem more difficult to feel thankful. It is more important than ever though that we pause and consider the family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones, who have supported us and for whom we are grateful. WWBA RENEWALSRenew now and stay part of our dynamic network! Your WWBA membership is June 1 - May 31. WWBA Membership Renewal for 2023-24 Member Login |