HIA-LI Reporter Newspaper - June/July 2025

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HIA-LI’S 46TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING | PAGE 22-23 HIA-LI’S INDUSTRY LIST: PGS 36-39

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A letter from the HIA-LI President & CEO, Terri Alessi-Miceli

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HIA-LI UPCOMING EVENTS HEALTH & WELLNESS COMMITTEE MEETING Tuesday, August 5th, 8:30am - 10:00am TECHNOLOGY FOR BUSINESS COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday, August 6th, 8:30am - 10:00am YOUR ROADMAP TO HIA-LI MEMBERSHIP: A SLICE OF ARADISE ON LONG ISLAND! Tuesday, August 12th, 9:00am - 10:30am SUMMER BOAT CRUISE Wednesday, August 13th, 3:00pm - 5:00pm HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, August 14th, 8:30am - 10:00am

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keepingcurrent Navigating the Minefield: How Job Hunters Can Dodge Employment Scams

By Scott Passeser Executive Alliance Commack, New York 11725 scott@execsallied.com Office: 631 635 1206 www.execsallied.com

With reports of job-related scams tripling between 2020 and 2024, understanding the tactics used by scammers and how to protect yourself is not only a good idea, it has become critical.

Unfortunately, job seekers are increasingly facing sophisticated scams designed to steal money, personal information, or even free labor.

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Common Job Scams Several specific types of scams dominate the landscape: • Company Impersonation: Imagine getting contacted by a “supposed” recruiter only to learn you are communicating with a criminal that has created a fabricated company!

Criminals may even build websites and develop fake profiles to appear authentic. They also use “look-alike” email addresses (e.g., company-name.com instead of companyname.com).

• Unreal Offers: How about a remote role, offering a job with outstanding pay, that does not seem to require any experience? Stay away!

• Fees and Payment Requests: Unequivocally, any request for money before you start a job is a giant red flag. Requests to pay for “training materials,” “specialized

software,” or equipment are fake.

• Incredibly Fast Hiring Processes: Be suspicious of immediate job offers without a proper interview process.

Scammers will rush to “onboard” you so they can extract information or payment.

• Fake Check Scams: In this insidious scheme, the “employer” sends you a check (often for a signing bonus or equipment purchase) and then instructs you, for whatever reason, to send a portion of the money back. Outrageous!

• Messaging App Interviews: Be wary of job interviewers that want to speak through messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram. Why would a legitimate company ask you to do this?

• Verify the recruiter: If contacted by a recruiter, check the company’s LinkedIn page/website or call the company directly using a publicly listed number.

2. Scrutinize Communication: • Email domains: Legitimate companies use professional email domains (e.g., @companyname.com). Be suspicious of emails from generic domains like Gmail, Hotmail, or Yahoo.

• Vague details: Legitimate job descriptions are detailed and clear. There is no such thing as a vague J.D. If you think you have provided personal info to a scammer, file a report at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also contact the Internet Crime Complaint Center (www.ic3.gov).

• Requests for Personal Data: While HR will require personal info for tax and payroll purposes after you’ve been formally hired, hang up or delete if a “recruiter” asks for your S.S.#, bank account, or driver’s license number at any point before an offer.

• Share with the platform: Report the fraud to the job board or social media platform where you encountered it.

Safeguarding Your Job Search:

• Place a fraud alert: If you shared your Social Security number, contact one of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) to place a fraud alert on your credit report. Visit IdentityTheft.gov for guidance.

Here’s how to stay safe: 1. Research Thoroughly: • Verify the company: Find the company’s official website (don’t click links from the suspicious email; manually type the URL). Check for consistency in branding, contact information, and job postings.

• Search for reviews and complaints: Google the company name and the words “scam,” “review,” or “fraud.”

• Contact your bank: If you shared bank account details, alert your bank immediately.

Job hunting is challenging enough without the added stress of scams. Being informed about common deceptive tactics can significantly reduce your risk of falling victim to employment fraud. It’s out there. Be careful.

LETTER FROM THE HIA-LI PRESIDENT & CEO

Dear Valued Long Island Business Leader.

As the Long Island Business Community continues its stride through 2025, we remain committed to our service to support organizations across the region.

We are your allies for business achievement, and we remain true to our values and beliefs in order to provide proper assistance: -

Promote the best in quality and assurance Advance the highest professional standards among numerous sectors Organize community aid initiatives to support our local businesses

Joining forces along Long Island, we will keep working to help confront shared challenges, promote local economic development, and keep productivity booming.

HIA-LI mobilizes our member companies to advocate for economic expansion. We also promote the growth of the Long Island Innovation Park at Hauppauge, the largest Innovation Park in the Northeast. The 1,400-acre business complex currently contains a 55,000-person workforce, delivering over $13 billion in annual output.

As we now reach the halfway point of 2025, the HIA-LI stands ready to help the Long Island business community through teamwork, dedication, and commitment in order to become stronger than ever.

Terri Alessi-Miceli HIA-LI President & CEO

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Here’s the truth: for most people discovering your brand, video is their first impression. It’s the digital handshake, the “nice to meet you” before you ever get a chance to sit across the table. And just like in real life, you only get one shot at making that first impression count.

Why Video? Because It’s What People Want

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Think about your own habits. When you’re checking out a new business, do you scroll through endless paragraphs, or do you click play on that shiny video at the top of the page? Most of us want to see, hear, and experience who we’re dealing with. We want to know there’s a real person behind the brand, someone we can trust, and someone who understands what we need.

That’s where video shines. It’s not just about showing off your products or listing your services—it’s about letting your audience see your personality, your passion, and your expertise. Whether it’s a quick explainer, a behind-the-scenes look, or a heartfelt message from the owner, video makes your business feel real and relatable.

Talking Head Videos: Your Secret Weapon One of the most powerful tools in your video toolbox?

The humble talking head video. No fancy effects required—just you (or your team), a camera, and a clear message. These videos put a face to your business, build instant credibility, and create a sense of connection that words on a page simply can’t match.

A talking head video is your chance to speak directly to your audience. You can answer common questions, share your story, or explain what makes your approach unique. It’s personal, it’s authentic, and it’s incredibly effective at turning viewers into leads—and leads into loyal clients.

More Than Just a Trend Video isn’t just a passing fad—it’s the new language of business. And the best part? You don’t need a Hollywood budget to get started. With a bit of planning and a focus on authenticity, even small businesses can create videos that look sharp, sound great, and tell a compelling story.

The key is to keep it real and focus on what matters most to your audience.

Your First Impression Matters—Make It Count Remember, for many potential clients, your video is the first interaction they’ll ever have with your brand.

That first impression sets the tone for everything that follows. Are you approachable? Knowledgeable?

Passionate about what you do? Video lets you answer those questions in seconds.

If you’re still relying on long-winded paragraphs to tell your story, it’s time to step in front of the camera and show your audience who you are. Let your energy, your expertise, and your vision shine through. Trust me—people want to see the real you.

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keepingcurrent The Plant-Based Diet: Benefits and Getting Started

By Lisa Zimmerman Founder and Coach www.lifestylelinkLI.com Lisa@LifestylelinkLI.com (631) 748-0141 Americans eat more meat than any country in the world.

We consume 225 pounds of meat each year on average, according to the USDA. We’re so accustomed to our meat-based diets that many people don’t even know how to have a meal without it.

Or, that you can get essential nutrients from other foods.

Cue the surprised looks I get when I share that foods like peas and mushrooms have protein! They’re not as protein-dense as meat, but many plants, like beans and legumes, are rich in protein and other essential nutrients.

So, if it has so many health benefits, what’s stopping everyone from being plant-based? Or vegetarian or vegan?

Plant-based diets are often easier to adopt than a lot of people realize. With our meat-focused culture, tons of would-be-plant-eaters are missing out on how fun and delicious these lifestyles are.

Ready to dive into the wide world of brussels sprouts?

Let’s do it.

What Is a Plant-Based Diet?

Okay, so let’s start with what a plant-based diet is not.

Plant-based doesn’t strictly mean vegetarian or vegan. It doesn’t mean that you can only eat plants. In fact, one of

the healthiest lifestyles in the world, the Mediterranean diet, is considered plant-based even though it includes meat and plenty of fish.

Plant-based diets just mean that your food choices focus on getting you key nutrients from fruits, veggies, grains, and legumes rather than animal products. You can still eat meat, but you eat a much more moderate amount than someone who does not have a plant-based lifestyle.

Ultimately, you can think of meat as a condiment and other foods as the main course in your diet.

in diabetes, so plant-based folks have better outcomes.

There’s been a lot of media reporting about the Mediterranean diet lately because of its purported health benefits. While I think it’s always best to be thoughtful about any kind of popular diet, the Mediterranean diet has been so successful for so many because it really is more of a lifestyle change than a traditional “diet.” It’s plant-based and offers a lot of flexibility, and is widely accepted as one of the top diets for overall health and longevity.

Let’s also clear up what we mean by the word “diet.”

When I refer here to a plant-based “diet,” I don’t mean a diet as in food-restriction-for-weight-loss. Diet here simply means the foods you habitually eat. The goal of a plant-based diet is to help you live a healthier, happier life in the long term. It’s a lifestyle choice, not a weightloss program. The most important thing to remember is that food patterns are more powerful than single foods or nutrients.

One more exciting benefit of plant-based diets: once you get the hang of them, they can help cut your food and grocery costs. How many of us have seen a chunk of our grocery budget go toward meat? With a family pack of chicken breast selling for $20 these days, reducing meat in your weekly list can help cut costs and teach you new and inventive ways to cook.

Plant-Based vs Vegetarian vs Vegan Isn’t it great that we have so many options for how we eat? There’s vegetarian and vegan and flexitarian and pescatarian.

If you decide to follow a vegetarian diet, that means you don’t eat animal products like chicken, pork, beef, fish, etc. Many vegetarians will still consume dairy, and foods produced by animals or animal fats, like eggs, cheese, and butter.

Vegans, on the other hand, don’t eat any kind of animal products. They stay away from meat, fish, dairy, animal fats, and anything that contains eggs. They do not wear or use any animal products.

It’s more important to do what works for you than stick to a strict label.

Benefits of Plant-Based Diets We’ve known for years that plant-based diets are better for virtually every part of your body, including your brain.

Vegetarianism in particular is linked to better overall heart health, and there are hundreds of studies that show the links between vegetarian diets and lowering your risk of certain cancers.

It’s also shown to help prevent type 2 diabetes, which is developed in adulthood. Red meat is a known risk factor

You can even save money eating out. It costs up to $5 to add chicken to a salad, but adding extra beans?

Maybe $0.50.

Remember, plant-based diets are not a novelty. People and cultures all over the world thrive on plant-first diets.

Once you change your mindset around meat and learn all the amazing things plants can do, you’ll be reaching for those protein-packed fresh peas without a second thought.

Can You Really Get Enough Nutrients on a Plant-Based Diet?

The answer, and I can’t stress this enough, is YES. In the U.S., we’ve been conditioned to think meat in large quantities is absolutely necessary to our health. This is more due to cultural reasons than health ones.

Feel free to enjoy eating meat if it makes you happy.

Just know that you may not require as much of it as you think, and you’ll likely have a longer, healthier life with more good years if you reduce it.

When adopting a plant-based diet, planning is key. If you’re used to adding meat to a dish to get your protein and iron, think carefully about how you’ll compensate for that. Nuts and legumes are packed with protein, so they’re going to be a big part of your diet going forward.

And remember if you hate kale like me, don’t eat it! There are thousands of different plants to try. Go explore your local farmer’s markets and produce stands.

How to Get Started Here are some next steps: 1. Learn about what’s in your food. Nutrition apps can help familiarize you with food and what’s in it. This will make it so much easier to eat and cook on the fly. Log what you eat or plan to eat to see how your nutrients stack up.

2. Change your mindset about meat. You can do this!

Many of us have been conditioned to think of meat as the main dish, and vegetables, grains, and legumes as “sides.” Try building a dish around a salad or make a quinoa bowl – you can even include meat, just don’t make it the main event.

3. Cook a fully vegetarian meal once per week to start. Try something new to learn more about vegetarian cooking and get used to the meatless life. Meatless Mondays are a great way to start.

4. Eat healthy fats. If you’re used to eating meat at every meal, having lots of healthy plant-based fats like nut butters or avocados can help you satisfy that savory need.

5. Have a lot of variety. This helps keep things interesting and helps you stay excited about your food. Remember, there are tons of ways to eat veggies, grains, and legumes. Look up recipes from places where plantbased lifestyles are more common, and don’t be afraid to try flavors and spics you haven’t before.

6. Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs are a game-changer no matter what you’re cooking. Including them in your plantbased lifestyle will liven up dishes and make cooking fun.

7. Be kind to yourself. Making a lifestyle change is hard! It’s most important that you’re making choices you can stick with. Small incremental changes make life staggering results.

You may also be surprised to learn which foods have different nutrients. For example, spinach has a ton of iron, and blackberries and pumpkin seeds have zinc.

keepingcurrent 5 Ways to Plan for Your Manufacturing Company’s Yearly Audit regularly tracking inventory, production costs, and capital investments. With the volatility in raw material and shipping costs, and the complexities of cost accounting, you should keep detailed records that reflect these fluctuations in real time. By staying audit-ready year-round, your company can keep its financial statements in order and avoid last-minute reconciliations.

By Michael W. Christian, CPA Michael Corkery, CPA, CFE, and Simon Dufour, CPA Key Takeaways:

For manufacturing companies, an annual financial statement audit plays a critical role in maintaining financial transparency and complying with lender requirements. However, the complexities of production, inventory management, and supply chain logistics make thorough audit preparation a necessity. By following these five key strategies, your manufacturing company can streamline the audit process, minimize disruptions, and improve overall financial accuracy.

1. Adopt a Year-Round Approach to Audit Preparation The foundation for a successful audit is built throughout the year. Your manufacturing company should keep accurate and up-to-date financial records on an ongoing basis — including

3. Engage with Your Audit Team Throughout the Year Early communication with your audit team can help align expectations and address potential challenges manufacturing firms often face related to areas like cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations, capital expenditures, and compliance with industry-specific regulations. By engaging with your auditors early and often, you can clarify how these elements will be reviewed, discuss any changes in your production processes, and address concerns about fluctuating material costs or supply chain disruptions.

4. Leverage Technology for Documentation Management The volume and complexity of financial documents can be overwhelming for manufacturing companies. Utilizing technology to organize and manage these documents can significantly streamline the preparation process. Consider implementing an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system

5. Conduct a Pre-Audit Review A pre-audit review is a valuable tool for manufacturing companies, allowing you to find and address potential issues before the actual audit begins. Focus on areas like inventory valuations, long-term contracts, and capital investments as these are often the most complex and prone to error. By conducting a thorough pre-audit review, your team can resolve discrepancies, improve financial accuracy, and reduce the likelihood of surprises during the audit. This proactive approach not only saves time but also minimizes the risk of costly adjustments later.

Create a Path to a Smooth and Successful Audit Proper planning is essential for a successful audit. By implementing these strategies, your manufacturing company can not only meet its audit requirements but also reinforce its commitment to financial integrity and operational efficiency.

Remember, the audit process is not just about compliance — it’s an opportunity to refine your financial practices and strengthen the foundation of your business.

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• Establish year-round financial readiness to smooth the audit process and reduce disruptions.

• Assess and enhance internal controls regularly to prevent audit issues.

• Leverage technology for efficient document management and conduct pre-audit reviews.

2. Assess and Update Internal Controls Effective internal controls are essential for manufacturing companies, where complex operations can increase the risk of financial misstatements. Regularly assessing and updating your internal controls — particularly those related to inventory management, cost accounting, and supply chain transparency — can help you identify and address gaps that could complicate the audit process. For example, implementing robust controls around the tracking and valuation of inventory helps your financial statements accurately reflect current assets, reducing the risk of discrepancies during the audit.

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keepingcurrent Why Working with One Provider for Fire Protection and Security Makes Sense

By Todd Corcoran, W&M Fire & Security, 630 Broadway Avenue Unit 1, Holbrook, NY 11741, Phone: 631-472-4500, Email: Todd.Corcoran@wmfps.us, wmfireprotection.com Managing fire protection, life safety, and security systems is a critical responsibility for any business.

But when those services are spread across multiple vendors, it can create unnecessary complexity, miscommunication, and even risk. A growing number of organizations are discovering the benefits of consolidating these essential services with one trusted provider.

Fewer Vendors, Fewer Headaches

When different companies handle your fire sprinklers, security systems, and emergency lighting, the logistics can get complicated—fast. You’re coordinating schedules, tracking separate inspection dates, and trying to make sure each vendor is up to speed on your building’s needs.

Working with a single provider brings simplicity. You have one point of contact, one schedule, one set of records—and one team that sees the full picture of your facility’s safety infrastructure.

Integrated Services, Better Outcomes

The biggest advantage of consolidating fire and security services is the ability to integrate systems that work together more effectively. For example, working with a fire protection company that also provides security solutions like cloud-connected CCTV or access control means your systems can be designed to communicate—supporting faster emergency response and fewer blind spots.

Imagine your fire alarm, suppression systems, intrusion detection, and video surveillance all monitored through a single service platform. That level of integration helps ensure nothing slips through the cracks—and that your staff knows exactly what to do in an emergency.

What Comprehensive Coverage Can Look Like

With the right partner, businesses can save time, improve compliance, and reduce costs—all while strengthening the protection of their people and property.

The Bottom Line

Simplifying your approach to fire protection and security by working with one qualified provider isn’t just efficient—it’s smart risk management.

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A single provider may offer a full suite of services such as: • Fire sprinklers and suppression systems (clean agent, CO₂, foam) • Fire alarms and environmental monitoring • Portable fire extinguishers and kitchen hood suppression • Burglar alarms, access control, and CCTV • Emergency lighting, intercoms, and automatic gates • Central station monitoring and locksmith services

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KABCO BENEFITS CORP LTD Dickran Kabarajian | (631) 424-0627 dkabarajian@kabcobenefits.com

PLATINUM APPRAISALS AND TAX GRIEVANCES Roy Barrera | (631) 242-1213 roy@platinumgroupllc.com

BRIGHTVIEW LANDSCAPES, LLC Rich Cunnius | (631) 666-0628 richard.cunnius@brightview.com

EJB GLOBAL LLC Evan J. Blumenthal | (516) 770-3163 evan@ejbglobal.com

KEEP IT HUMAN, INC. Maura Charles | (516) 206-0663 maura@mauracharles.com

PREMIER CONSULTING PARTNERS Jamie Titus | (617) 448-5693 Jamie@premierconsultingpartners.com

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SCIENCE OF HUMAN OPTIMIZATION, INC. Alex Lubarsky | (917) 804-0268 alex@schoinc.com

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INDUSTRY LISTS EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES, STAFFING/WORKFORCE DEV., EVENT PLANNING, HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANTS

CHICK-FIL-A COMMACK Pamela Laub | (631) 499-1280 cfacommackcatering@gmail.com

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY/ WILLUMSTAD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MaryAnne Hyland | (516) 877-4690

CHICK-FIL-A HICKSVILLE Blair Darcy | (516) 433-6305 cfahicksvillehr@gmail.com

ADRIAN MILLER SALES TRAINING Adrian Miller | (516) 767-9288 amiller@adrianmiller.com

CHIDDY’S CHEESE STEAKS, INC Joe Archipolo | (631) 888-3262 joe@chiddys.com

AMITY EDUCATION GROUP Savita Arora | (804) 503-9317 savita@amity.edu

CHOICE LONG ISLAND Jason Hershkowitz | (631) 258-9479 0782@fridays.com

ART LEAGUE OF LONG ISLAND Marianne Della Croce | (631) 462-5400 x224 mdellacroce@artleagueli.org

CLEANSE TEC Andy Feig | (718) 346-9111 afeig@cleansetec.com

ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN CONSTRUCTION WORKERS OF AMERICA (AWCWA) Herlema Owens | (718) 570-5873 info@awcwa.org

CLEARCELL POWER INC Alina Mezh | (646) 661-5777 alina@clearcellpower.com

ATLANTIS BANQUETS & EVENTS / HYATT PLACE LONG ISLAND EAST END Rose DiLiello | (934) 451-8016 rdiliello@amwny.com

COSTA VERDE HOSPITALITY Andrew Tartaglia | (631) 665-3030 andytob583@gmail.com

BAGEL BOSS Andrew Hazen | (516) 414-0915 andrew@bagelboss.com

CUSTOM FIT PLUS Nicholas Kefalos | (631) 406-9788 Vanessa@InnAtNHP.com

BANGO BOWLS Patrick Pyne | (631) 406-7884 ppyne@bangobowls.com

DALE CARNEGIE TRAINING OF LONG ISLAND Alicia Natale | (631) 813-2969 alicia.natale@dalecarnegie.com

BERKELEY COLLEGE Elana Zolfo | (212) 986-4343 ext. 4347 elana-zolfo@berkeleycollege.edu

DAVE & BUSTERS Amanda Sabella | (631) 582-6615 amanda.sabella@daveandbusters.com

BETH GRANGER CONSULTING Beth Granger | (516) 662-1202 beth@bethgranger.com

DQS INC. Ismael Alvarado | (516) 480-6918 wschreiber@firsthandtickets.com

BIG STEP COACHING Matthew Lucas | (888) 347-7197 matthew@bigstepcoaching.com

DYNAMIC FITNESS LONG ISLAND Roseanne Giugliano | (631) 813-2500 sax@johnnysaxmusic.com

BRENTWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Karen Gross | (631) 434-2123 karen.gross@bufsd.org

E & I COOPERATIVE SERVICES Jeannine Del Pozzo | (631) 630-8253 jdelpozzo@eandi.org

BROOKHAVEN COUNTRY DAY CAMP Michael Pollack | (631) 924-4033 lcovello@lmpartyproductions.com

EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Leah Arnold | (631) 244-4099 larnold@esboces.org

CAPICU RESTAURANT Eric Seda | (631) 813-1738 capicu160@icloud.com

ELECTRICAL TRAINING CENTER, INC John Anthony Ferrara | (631) 226-8021

CAPRIOTTI’S SANDWICH SHOP - HAUPPAUGE William Denslow | (631) 909-6441 capriottishauppauge@gmail.com

EVENT KINGS Steven Vogel | (631) 392-1234 steven@eknyc.com

CAREER & EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS (CEO) Marilynn Elie | (631) 234-6064 X 106 jhudson@ceoincworks.com

FARMINGDALE STATE COLLEGE - SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER Erica Chase-Gregory | (934) 420-2765 chasee@farmingdale.edu

CAREER READINESS EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION (CREA) Diane Nelson | (631) 912-2206 mleonardo@nasboces.org

FOGO DE CHÃO Desi Maneri | (631) 382-6601 dmaneri@fogo.com

CAREERSMARTS Susan Gubing | (631) 374-6344 sgubing@gmail.com

G.T. POWER SYSTEMS INC. Gerard Turza | (631) 537-5212 gtpwrsys@aol.com

INDUSTRY LISTS METRO-REP Carlos Hernandez | (516) 616-4650 customerservice@metro-rep.com

HARBORMEN CHORUS Paul Miklean | (631) 689-2489 pmiklean@gmail.com

MEZZA LUNA Fred Norden | (631) 273-9407 mezzalunahauppauge@outlook.com

HAUPPAUGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Frank Hufnagel | (631) 761-8332 hufnagelf@hauppauge.k12.ny.us

MGXW CONSULTING Mimi Bishop | (516) 428-0237 mimi@moderngenxwoman.com

HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY Darlene Johnson | (516) 463-6060 darlene.johnson@hofstra.edu

MID-ISLAND PARTY PLUS Sharon Tiskowitz | (516) 446-4503 tiskoparty@yahoo.com

HUNTER BUSINESS SCHOOL Alysha Richardson | (631) 736-7360 arichardson@hunterbusinessschool.edu

MILAN EVENT EXPERIENCE Khadine McMillan | (516) 765-5685 info@milaneventexperience.com

HUNTER BUSINESS SCHOOL 2531 | (631) 381-2890 arichardson@hunterbusinessschool.edu

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL Melissa Lewando | (631) 605-5577 Melissa@moeslongisland.com

HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Paige Furman | (631) 673-2003 pfurman@hufsd.edu

MOLLOY COLLEGE - SCHOOL OF BUSINESS R Martinez | (516) 650-3090 kchandler@molloy.edu

ICC (INTERNATIONAL COMPONENTS CORPORATION) Joanne Hanley | (631) 952-9595 wmorris@expovention.com

MRV GROUP - MWBE Glenn Vickers | (855) 343-3042 gvickers@mrvgroup.org

IHOP Chris Foerster | (631) 273-6600 ihopny@optonline.net

MUSICBREEDS, INC. Isaiah Grigg | (631) 458-7085 info@musicbreeds.org

INSIGNIA STEAKHOUSE Emir Radoncic | (631) 656-8120 gm@insigniasteakhouse.com

NARSSA Ted Rosedale | (631) 513-1521 ted@narssa.org

ISLAND DRAFTING & TECHNICAL INSTITUTE James Di Liberto | (631) 691-8733 dilibertoj@idti.edu

NASSAU BOCES Peter J. Dalton, Ed.D. | (516) 396-2280 pdalton@nasboces.org

J.A.T.C. Christopher Kelly | (631) 434-3939 ckelly@lijatc.org

NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Eva Pearson | (516) 686-1422 eva.pearson@nyit.edu

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS Seth Goldstein | (631) 780-5656 management360llc@gmail.com

NICKERSON CORP. Corey Greenberg | (631) 666-0200 cgreenberg@nickersoncorp.com

LI JOB MARKET Keith Stewart | (631) 648-8265

NY PARTY WORKS Theresa Jacobs | (631) 501-1414 theresa@nypartyworks.com

LINCOLN OF SMITHOWN Marc Birthwright | (631) 337-1000 x 405 jvbussola@yahoo.com

NYS ACCES-VR Doreen Nobile | (631) 952-6727 doreen.nobile@nysed.gov

LONG ISLAND IGLOOS Siobhan Ainsworth | (516) 367-0771 siobhan@longislandigloos.com

O-HIGH TECHNOLOGIES, LLC Dr. Subrina D. Oliver | (888) 758-8980 oliver.subrina@o-hightech.com ONE SERVICE COMMERCIAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE, INC. Jim O’Neil | (631) 216-1801 x701 joneill@oneservicemaintenance.com

LONG ISLAND NETS Jonathan Amatulli | (631) 742-4428 jamatulli@bseglobal.net LONG ISLAND PREVENTION AND RESILIENCE ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (P.R.E.P) Paul Vecchione | (516) 322-1799 p.vecchione@longislandprep.org MEMAS PIZZERIA Jonathan Aronson | (631) 543-9500 donjono23@gmail.com

OPEN SCIENTIFIC (BUSINESS IS CLOSED) Danielle Liebold | (631) 485-1231 sbardesq@aol.com PAL-O-MINE EQUESTRIAN, INC. Lisa Gatti | (631) 348-1389 info@pal-o-mine.org

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GO GREEN CLEANING (NOT RENEWING) Michael Butcher | (631) 652-5896 db1311@hotmail.com

INDUSTRY LISTS PATRIZIA’S OF HAUPPAUGE Antonio Corticchia | (631) 813-1890 anthonycort@gmail.com

STONE SOUPE AT THE PAVILION Kelly Kezys | (631) 778-6492 contactus@stonesoupe.net

PEAK PERFORMANCE CONSULTING Kiki Orski | (516) 318-7267 kiki@peakperformanceleader.com

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT David Hamilton | (631) 216-7614 david.hamilton@stonybrook.edu

PERFECT DAY EVENTS Lisa Kurtzrock | (516) 708-3053 lisa@perfectdayeventsny.com

SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Kaya Finkenber | (631) 851-6225 oharas@sunysuffolk.edu

PICKLEBALL HALL Avi Abel | (631) 380-3580 avi@pickleballhall.com

SUFFOLK COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Kaya Finkenber | (631) 851-6225 oharas@sunysuffolk.edu

PIONEER LEARNING SOLUTIONS Jaclyn Reed | (516) 427-4039 jaclynjreed@gmail.com

SUNFLOWER CAFE Stace Hansen | (631) 472-9090 sunflowerbayport@gmail.com

PROACTIVE RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. Alisa Rosati | (631) 804-7901 alisarosati@optonline.net

SUNY COLLEGE OLD WESTBURY Michael Kinane | (516) 876-3207 kinanem@oldwestbury.edu

ROCKLINE WEALTH MANAGEMENT Robert Krivit | (516) 605-1690 brendelseatery@optonline.net

TASTE LONG ISLAND EVENTS Steven McKenna | (631) 520-8063 steven@mckennaevents.com

ROXY’S ICE CREAM CATERING TRUCK Elaine Piotrowski (Certified WOSB) | (631) 445-1565 info@roxysicecreamtruck.com

THAT MEETBALL PLACE - PATCHOGUE AND FARMINGDALE Winne Schaeffer | (631) 586-8880 donotcontact@thatmeetballplace.com

RSSA - NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REGISTERED SOCIAL SECURITY ANALYSTS LTD Michael Rosedale | (844) ASK-RSSA michael@narssa.org SAGE SCHOLASTICS INC. Jasmine Cole | (516) 633-5803 info@sagescholastics.org SANDLER Richard Isaac | (631) 231-3538 rich.isaac@sandler.com SCHOOL-BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS OF LONG ISLAND (SBPLI), DBA FIRST LONG ISLAND Bertram Dittmar | (631) 360-2753 dittmar@optonline.net SCOUTING AMERICA OF SUFFOLK COUNTY Dianne Corallo | (631) 924-7000 dianne.corallo@scouting.org SECONDMUSE/SCALE FOR CLIMATETECH Kris Licciardello | kris.licciardello@secondmuse.com

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SHIFTNOVA COACHING & ADVISORY Joan Gaffney | (631) 696-9788 info@ShiftNova.com SMALL BUSINESS DEV. CENTER - STONY BROOK Martha Stansbury | (631) 632-9174 martha.stansbury@stonybrook.edu SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Phil Como | (631) 382-2977 pcomo@smithtown.k12.ny.us SOUTH BAY PADDLEWHEEL CRUISES/L.I. MARITIME MUSEUM Mike Eagan | (631) 321-9005 mikeeagan@optonline.net SPRCHRGR Scott Meyers | (631) 766-6437 smeyers@sprchrgr.com

THE BLUE UMBRELLA EXPERIENCE Christy Hawkins | (607) 624-9402 chawkins@buexperience.org THE BOARD ROOM CAFÉ AND CATERING COMPANY George Santiago | (631) 297-2867 info@boardroomcafeandcatering.com THE EXPERIENCE Michael Passantino | (631) 617-6363 michael@theexperiencenyli.com THE GARAGE EATERY Don Ravella | (631) 582-4141 donrav@optonline.net THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL Jon Feingold | (516) 520-6047 jon.feingold@littlevillage.org THE LITTLE BALLOON COTTAGE AnnMarie Lubrano | (516) 233-6166 thelittleballooncottage@gmail.com THE MEADOW CLUB Adanna Bahadur | (631) 828-4818 adanna@themeadowclub.com THE NEIGHBORHOOD BLANKET Gina Koch | (631) 478-3886 shelby@jacksonscommack.com THE RUSS GROUP (RG) Russ Comittino | (631) 392-4322 lisac@countryfairpark.com THE SEXY SALAD Sexy John Robertson | (631) 435-3678 john@thesexysalad.com THE SUFFOLK Y JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER, INC. Rick Lewis | (631) 462-9800 rlewis@syjcc.org

INDUSTRY LISTS TICKETBASH Vincent Grieco | (631) 465-0979 vincent@ticketbash.com TIKI BOAT LONG ISLAND Kevin Biscardi | (631) 648-8055 kevin@tikiboatli.com TIME TO PLAY FOUNDATION, INC Doreen Guma | (631) 331-2675 amanda_sabella@daveandbusters.com TJ TANA ILLUSIONIST (VIP ILLUSIONS) TJ Tana | (631) 387-3590 tj@limagician.com UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE – THE 5LS THE GIFT OF A BALANCED LIFE Mike Mannix | (516) 423-4324 mike@unparalleledperformance.com URBAN AIR David Wolmetz | (516) 524-0351 VAPORSTREAM, INC. Michael Holleb | (631) 813-8882 VIRTUAL ENTERPRISE INTERNATIONAL Ellen Palazzo | (516) 313-4894 epalazzo@veinternational.org WELL BALANCED KITCHEN Daniel Forman | (917) 887-5499 dforman@myyahoo.com WEST ISLIP PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Ryan Vollmuth | (631) 504-5902 r.vollmuth@wi.k12.ny.us WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Carolyn Reilly | (631) 667-6000 kaugello@wsboces.org WOMEN’S DIVERSITY NETWORK Shanequa Levin | (516) 847-4411 founder@womensdiversitynetwork.org X-GOLF COMMACK Geoff Schwartz | (631) 486-4417 geoff@xgolfcommack.com YOUR SMILE DENTAL OF HAUPPAUGE Lisa Sandman | (631) 361-6605 vweitgenant@fusionacademy.com YPI CONSULTANTS, LLC Joann Venezia | (631) 320-0217 j.venezia@ypiconsultants.com

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NEW MEMBER PROFILES And when we say we’re full-service—we mean it. From brand identity and messaging to donefor-you content production and editing, we don’t just check boxes. We craft content that moves the needle.

Aquila IT Services 100 Terminal Drive Plainview, NY 11803 516-206-0044 Aquila IT Services is a specialized low-voltage cabling contractor focused on comprehensive “IT Construction” solutions.

Our core services include: • Network cabling and infrastructure installation.

• IT closet clean-ups and installing networking equipment for the IT team.

• Wireless network design and deployment.

• Security camera systems and access control solutions.

• Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS).

• Audio-visual integration.

• Complete IT infrastructure consulting services.

With over 50 years of combined industry experience, the partners bring deep expertise in both construction and information technology.

We pride ourselves on seamlessly integrating with our clients’ IT teams, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to specification.

Our key verticals are hospitality, commercial, and professional office space. When most people think of Hospitality they think of hotels.

Yes, hotels are a big part of our business, but when we think of “Hospitality”, we see any business that needs to offer an exceptional staff and guest experience. With that in mind, our clients include hotels, auto dealerships, medical facilities, schools, houses of worship, retail, and more.

Whether we work with business management, architects, consultants, in-house IT staff, managed IT service providers, or general contractors, we bridge the gap between technology and construction.

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Grit & Grace Design Studio 631-682-3035 www.gritandgracedesignstudio.com

If you’re ready to turn your brand into a movement, we’ve got the cameras, the strategy, and the team to make it happen. Grit & Grace Design Studio—because your story deserves to be seen, heard, and shared.

Loaded Motors 145 Commack Road, Suite 3 Commack, NY 11725 516.321.0056 LoadedMotors.com Loaded Motors, located in Commack, New York, is your trusted partner for a seamless and stress-free auto leasing experience.

As a dedicated auto broker, we specialize in connecting you with the best lease deals available, saving you time, money, and avoiding the usual frustrations associated with car shopping.

One of the primary benefits of choosing Loaded Motors is our commitment to personalized service. We take the time to understand your unique needs and preferences, guiding you through every step of the leasing process. From selecting the perfect vehicle to navigating lease terms, our experienced team ensures you feel confident and informed.

Furthermore, Loaded Motors consistently helps clients save money compared to traditional local dealerships. Our extensive network and expertise allow us to secure competitive rates and special offers that often aren’t accessible to individual buyers. This means you can drive off in the car of your dreams without overpaying.

Perhaps most importantly, Loaded Motors eliminates the hassle of “dealer-hopping.”

Instead of spending countless hours driving from one dealership to another, trying to get multiple quotes for the same car, let us do the work for you. We gather and compare various lease options, presenting you with the best deals efficiently. Our streamlined approach means less wasted time and more peace of mind.

Choose Loaded Motors for your next auto lease and experience the difference of a truly personalized, money-saving, and convenient car buying journey.

Grit & Grace Design Studio is Long Island’s premier content marketing and creative agency, built for bold brands that want to show up, stand out, and scale. We specialize in high-impact content creation—think: video production, branding photography, social media strategy, and storytelling that actually sells.

Whether we’re on-site filming hot mic interviews at trade shows or producing months of scrollstopping content in a single day, our mission is the same: to help small and mid-size businesses show up with clarity, consistency, and connection.

Long Island Igloos 915A Carmans Road Suite 257, Massapequa, NY 11758 (516) 367-0771 https://longislandigloos.com/

We’re not your average agency. We’re the hype squad behind the camera, the storytellers behind the strategy, and the team that makes your brand feel like the brand to watch. From non-profits to luxury service providers, we work with mission-driven businesses ready to market with authenticity and impact.

Long Island Igloos is New York’s premier igloo rental company, specializing in unforgettable experiences for private parties, corporate events, collegiate activations, and brand pop-ups. We provide fully furnished, climatecontrolled igloos that combine style, comfort, and versatility—perfect for any season. Each igloo is thoughtfully designed with cozy decor,

ambient lighting, and optional add-ons such as fireplace heaters, cooling towers, smart TVs, gaming consoles, custom branding, and more.

Whether you’re planning a birthday celebration, engagement dinner, staff appreciation event, or a high-impact brand activation, our team ensures a seamless setup and a memorable atmosphere.

We work with individuals, schools, and brands to create immersive environments that leave lasting impressions. From university campuses to Manhattan rooftops, our igloos transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary destinations.

We offer customizable packages to suit your theme, guest count, and vision. Our professional team handles delivery, setup, breakdown, and even helps coordinate additional features such as catering, photography, or entertainment upon request.

With hundreds of successful events across Long Island, NYC, and beyond, Long Island Igloos has become the trusted name for stylish outdoor gatherings that defy the weather and impress guests. Clients love the Instagramworthy setups, cozy ambiance, and ease of planning. Whether it’s winter or summer, day or night, Long Island Igloos is your go-to for turning any occasion into an unforgettable experience.

partner to our clients. And that’s what “Forward Together” represents — always innovating, always ensuring progress together.

Science Of Human Optimization, Inc. 564 Norman Way Woodmere, NY 11598 516.596.8974 http://www.schoinc.com Our team of Science of Human OptimizationNurse Practitioners (ScHO-NPs) specialize in human optimization and youthful longevity.

They work under the direction and training of some of the top functional medicine doctors, bestselling authors, and longevity scientists from around the world. Our main focus is to become the world expert in the clients we serve through genetics, thorough blood work, and digestive biome testing.

If a CURE exists you’ll find it!

Let us bring the magic of our signature igloo experiences to your next event. Warmth, wow factor, and wonder—delivered directly to you.

Paylocity 1359 Broadway New York, NY 10018 Kings Park, NY 11754 631-263-3084 www.paylocity.com At Paylocity, we’re more than a leading HR, payroll, and spend management technology provider—we’re a company driven by a simple truth: People matter most.

Since 1997, we’ve been partnering with organizations to create workplaces where employees thrive, and businesses excel. From our thousands of team members to the millions who use our platform, caring is in our DNA. It’s our priority to understand your business, where you are and where you’re going, so that the solutions you get are just right.

From the just-starting-out local boutique to the rapidly growing multi-location franchise, from brokerage firms to associations, we can tailor a solution that’s the right fit for your needs today and into the future. ‘ We know your time is valuable (and in short supply), and you also don’t have a penny to spare for bad decisions, redoing work, or solutions that are just “good enough.” Our flexible offerings evolve at the pace of your business to help you tackle your biggest HR challenges today so you can focus on what matters most — your people.

Enable communication, connection, talent development, and employee satisfaction with a complete platform for the modern workforce.

Paylocity is designed with your employees in mind, so your teams can easily access and navigate the platform, whether on desktop or in our mobile app. And with more active users, your HR team gets more great data, We’re more than just a provider. We’re a

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) UKG HQ is 900 Chelmsford St Lowell MA 01851 Phil Soltez cell phone 412-735-0944 https://www.ukg.com/ UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) is a leading global provider of human capital management (HCM), payroll, HR service delivery, and workforce management solutions. Formed in 2020 through the merger of Ultimate Software and Kronos Incorporated, UKG combines decades of industry experience with cuttingedge cloud technology to help organizations manage their people more effectively.

UKG’s solutions are designed to support the entire employee journey—from recruiting and onboarding to time tracking, payroll, talent management, and employee engagement. The company places a strong emphasis on peoplecentric innovation, diversity, and inclusion, reflecting its belief that people are the heart of every business.

Serving tens of thousands of organizations in over 150 countries, UKG supports a broad range of industries including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public sector, and more. Its flagship platforms, UKG Ready, Pro and Dimensions, are trusted by companies of all sizes to optimize productivity, improve compliance, and create a better workplace for all.

Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts and Weston, Florida, UKG is consistently recognized as a top workplace and a leader in HCM by analysts and customer reviews alike.

With a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through purposedriven innovation, UKG is redefining the future of work.

Banking that powers your business vision

As a trusted financial partner, we’re committed to supporting Long Island’s thriving business community.

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Valley Bank is proud to be the Platinum Sponsor of HIA-LI’s 37th Annual Trade Show & Conference!

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HEARD AROUND THE ISLAND APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTIONS, HONORS & OTHER HAPPENINGS Cheryl L. Katz, a partner in the firm’s Trusts & Estates practice group, was appointed Co- Chair of the Surrogate’s Court Estates and Trusts Committee. She will serve a two-year term. Ms. Katz, a Massapequa, NY resident, earned her J.D. from the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University and her B.A. from Stony Brook University.

UNIONDALE, NY, JUNE 30, 2025 – Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP welcomes Michael S. Amato to the firm’s Bankruptcy and Corporate Restructuring and Litigation practice groups as a partner.

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UNIONDALE, NY, JUNE 20, 2025 – Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP warmly congratulates partner Mary E. Mongioi on being selected by Long Island Business News’ editorial staff as one of the Most Dynamic Women Leaders of 2025. Mary chairs FDT’s Veterinary practice group and co-chairs its Corporate and M&A practice group.

UNIONDALE, NY, JUNE 27, 2025 – Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP proudly announces that Michael A. Berger, an associate in the firm’s Employment & Labor and Veterinary practice groups, was appointed First Vice President of Nassau Lawyers’ Association of Long Island, Inc.

UNIONDALE, NY, JULY 9, 2025 – Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP congratulates the following attorneys on their recent Nassau County Bar Association Committee appointments

Lisa M. Casa, a partner in the firm’s Employment & Labor practice group, was appointed Chair of the Labor and Employment Law Committee. She will serve a two-year term. Ms. Casa, a Massapequa Park, NY resident, earned her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and her B.S. and B.A. from The George Washington University.

Robert L. Renda, a partner in the firm’s Tax Certiorari practice group, is serving the second year of his twoyear term as Chair of the Condemnation Law and Tax Certiorari Committee. Mr. Renda, a Massapequa, NY resident, earned his J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law and his B.S. from St. John’s University.

Hauppauge, NY – The Sophia Valsamos Foundation (TSVF) proudly donated wellness kits filled with socialemotional learning tools, self-care items, inspirational materials and other resources to Hope For Youth (HFY) to be used at their mental health outreach centers in Bay Shore, Amityville and Hempstead.

BABYLON, NEW YORK (June 30, 2025) -- The Babylon Industrial Development Agency (Babylon IDA) remains a significant driver of job creation and economic development, as highlighted in the latest Performance Report on Industrial Development Agencies released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The 2025 report, which reflects data from fiscal year 2023, indicates that the Babylon IDA managed 171 active projects with a total value

HEARD AROUND THE ISLAND APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTIONS, HONORS & OTHER HAPPENINGS of approximately $1.88 billion. These initiatives are anticipated to create 6,123 new jobs and contribute to a net gain of 6,093 full-time equivalent positions in the Town of Babylon.

Melville, New York - Brown Altman, LLP, a premier law firm specializing in all aspects of real estate law, is pleased to announce that Keith Brown, founding partner of Brown Altman, LLP, and partner Matthew Ingber successfully secured site plan approval for Hartz Mountain from the Town of Huntington Planning Board for the construction of two, one-story warehouse distribution centers (138,005 and 219,125 square feet) and associated site work on Spagnoli Road in Melville.

The property was previously owned by National Grid as a site used for ditch and trench digging training.

LI Cares VP for Development & Communications Katherine Fritz was honored by LIBN as one of LI’s Most Dynamic Women Leaders.

As demand for temperature-controlled warehousing surges alongside growth in e-commerce grocery, pharmaceutical distribution and fresh food logistics, Brown Altman LLP published a timely new analysis authored by Founding Partner Keith Brown and Associate Attorney Eileen Quinn, entitled “Unlocking Opportunity in Cold Storage Development: Legal Strategy for a High-Stakes Market.”

Hauppauge High School seniors Mary Schroeder and Michael Oliveto were recently honored at the 25th Annual Butch Dellecave Awards. They are flanked

by Mark Dellecave (left) and Guy Dellecave (right), Dellecave Foundation President and Executive Director respectively.

Named in memory of the late Gaetano “Butch” Dellecave — the legendary educator, coach, and official — the award is a collaboration among the Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk, Inc., the Dellecave Foundation, and Newsday.

Each high school in Suffolk nominates one male and one female senior who demonstrates athletic prowess, academic achievement, and civic involvement.

Central Business Systems is proud to announce its continued recognition as a Hyakuman Kai Dealer by Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, an elite designation awarded to a select group of dealers that have achieved outstanding growth and demonstrated excellence in innovation, customer service, and business performance.

LI Cares CEO Paule Pachter received an ICON Award from Long Island Business News. The award is given to Long Island leaders 60 years of age and older.

ICON winners have been recognized “for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership within and outside their fields. The honorees have moved their businesses and Long Island forward by growing jobs and making a difference in the community.”

John Sears, Government Relations & Advocacy Manager at Long Island Cares, has been named one of the “Emerging Leaders Under 30” by Long Island Business News.

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