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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ROCKLAND COUNTY CELEBRATES ITS FUTURE LEADERS
PEARL RIVER, NEW YORK, October 24, 2012 — At a recent gala event, more than 275 people gathered to
applaud the efforts of forty dynamic individuals that are under the age of 40 and share a commitment to
economic growth, development, professional excellence, and most importantly, a dedication to community
involvement and service in Rockland County.
Hosted by REDC and sponsored by Provident Bank, the 11th Annual Forty Under 40 Program celebrated
Rockland's future leaders—outstanding young men and women whose efforts in the community inspire others
to get involved. From the corporate world to the classroom, from successful entrepreneurs to individuals who
ply their talents in healthcare, professional services, and non-profits, the Class of 2012 features commendable
people that are shaping the future of Rockland County.
Sr. Mary Eileen O'Brien, O.P., President, Dominican College and Program Co-chair said, "We find the need for
leadership in all aspects of life. We need people who care enough to step out on behalf of the common good.
The talents and good will of many are required if where we live and work are to be places of security, growth
and creative response. In every situation we encounter, there is a need for leadership-for people who believe
in themselves, care about others, find ways to contribute, and in the process, enable others to share their
gifts."
Dr. Cliff L. Wood, President, Rockland Community College, and Program Co-chair added, "The outstanding
contributions of these emerging leaders inspire all of us to reach even higher. As each one strives to reach his
or her individual potential, the entire community benefits."
2012 Honorees include:
Amy Alinkofsky, Rockland Center for the Arts
Evelyn Bautista-Miller, New York City Department of Education
Samantha Bazile, St. Thomas Aquinas College
Dr. Kenneth N. Blank, Rockland Chiropractic, P.C.
Kelly L. Campbell, Liqui-Site Designs, Inc.
William S. Castellane, Rockland BOCES
Matthew Castelluccio, Helen Hayes Hospital
Joseph Chiappa, Rhombus Enterprises Group, Inc.
Zenya Cleveland, Head Start of Rockland, Inc.
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Bryan Connelly, ARC of Rockland
Jennifer M. DeLeon, Tomorrow's Workplace
Michelle Diaz, Jawonio
Christine M. Dilts, Dominican College
Tonette R. Earl, New York City Department of Education
Bobby Everett, Rockland Country Club
Raymond L. Francis, Jr., Greater Hudson Bank, N.A.
Joshua Goldstein, The Lynmark Group
Jeffrey C. Heaphy, Greater Hudson Bank, N.A,
Eric Holzer, Office of the Rockland County District Attorney
Javonne S. Johnson, Rockland Community College
Erin Koropsak, ARC of Rockland
Stacy Marie LaVacca-Weiss, The Binder Agency
Katherine E. Lynch, Rockland Community College
Amanda Holt McDowell, The Byne Group
Tracie D. McLee, Bon Secours Charity Health System
Shamika Ann Mitchell, Ph.D., Rockland Community College
Tara Munderville-O'Dom, Presidential Life Insurance Company
Marshanette Patterson, Greater Hudson Bank, N.A.
Anthony Pili, Palisades Federal Credit Union
Robert L. Pitkofsky, Esq., Pitkofsky PLLC, Attorney at Law
Juan Pablo Ramirez, Hudson Health Plan
Veronica Reynolds, New City Library
Vito J. Russo, Gilligan's Clam Bar & Grill and C&M Seafood
Dinesh A. Sakhrani, AMDSI-DDS Dental Supplies
Iris Santiago, Office of the Rockland County District Attorney
Nathan Shuman, McLaren Engineering Group
Marla Silverstein, Rockland Center for the Arts and All Photographic Services
Monica Soto, Rockland Independent Living Center
Kristin Thorvaldsen, Literacy Volunteers of Westchester/Rockland County
Julika von Stackelberg-Addo, Center for Safety and Change, Inc. (formerly Rockland Family Shelter)
The 2012 Selection Committee includes: Co-Chairs, Sr. Mary Eileen O'Brien, O.P., Dominican College and Dr.
Cliff L. Wood, Rockland Community College; Members include: Leonard J. Birbrower, Birbrower & Beldock,
P.C.; Stephen Coyle, Coyle Insurance Agency, Inc.; Michael J. DiTullo, REDC; Vivian England, Center for
Safety and Change, Inc.; Sabrina Greco, Town of Clarkstown; Xiomara Lopez, Office of the Rockland County
District Attorney; Dr. Donald T. McNelis, President Emeritus, St. Thomas Aquinas College; Ram Nagubandi,
Rockland County Commission on Human Rights; Dan Rifkin, Rifkin & Company, LLP; David Wemmer, CPA,
Korn Rosenbaum LLP; and Roberta R. Zampolin, Retired, Nyack Public Schools.
To learn more about the Forty Under 40 Program, contact Liz Cranston, at 845.735.7040 or lizc@redc.org.
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Rockland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is a 501c3 not-for-profit contract agency of the County of Rockland. Programs
and services are made possible with financial support from the County of Rockland, the U.S. Department of Defense, corporate grants
and private sector contributions. REDC's mission is to promote the economy in Rockland County by fostering the creation and attraction
of new business and the retention and expansion of existing business to stimulate job opportunities to improve the quality of life in
Rockland County.