THURSDAY-SEPTEMBER5,2024
Michael Hibbison Merchandising Vice President, Lumber - The Home Depot
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WELCOME
HOW CAN WE EVER THANK YOU ENOUGH?
Welcome to our Annual Golf Outing. We are delighted to be back, and overjoyed to be able to welcome you again this year. We thank you for being part of this event – we do not take your support lightly.
This year we’re very pleased to honor Mike Hibbison, Merchandising Vice President at The Home Depot. We enjoyed having Mike visit our programs, as honorees have done in year’s past. It was a joy to watch Mike interacting with the little ones and the adults. His warmth and authenticity shows. Being able to see first-hand the work we do every day, and how the proceeds of this event will benefit the people we serve makes this relationship and the experience more meaningful.
As you can imagine, an event this size, has a lot of moving parts. To pull this off takes a real team effort. Let’s start with our Home Depot Team: Jennifer Hardy, Shenell Leighton and Paul Lundholm. Jennifer’s warmth and connection to QCP, Shenell with her boundless enthusiasm, and pragmatic leadership of the logistics of this event, and Paul, whose tenacity and drive to make each year more lucrative for us, is evident by the turnout today and how much we have raised.
The other team that keeps the parts moving, is our incredible golf committee. Thank you to our fearless leader Rick Addamo, who does so much for us! And thank you to all our committee members for working so hard to make this event a first-class experience for our guests. It is our goal to make this a special two-days for all, we hope we have succeeded.
Thank you to the QCP Development Team of Shaun Caruana, Jyoti Lakhani, Meliza Santiago and to Prudence Paul of the Home Depot; and to every merchant, associate, and admin who have become QCP Ambassadors - we appreciate YOU!
We are so fortunate to have benefitted from the generosity of The Home Depot and its vendor community for 28 years. The Golf Outing has developed into QCP’s most important fund-raising event on the calendar. The funds raised from this event help us to continue our progress in promoting the achievements and independence of people with developmental disabilities! You can, and should, be proud to know that your participation enriches their lives, from the youngest in our Children’s Center to the oldest of our seniors.
On behalf of our Board of Directors, staff, and the people whom we serve, we welcome you and thank you for supporting Queens Centers for Progress!
Terri Ross
Wendy Gennaro Executive Director Director of Development
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
Welcome to year 28 of our outing!
As I look back, I pay homage to the committee members who got this outing off the ground, many of whom are no longer with us. Who would ever imagine how far we have come and how much this has grown, and it’s all because of the commitment of The Home Depot leadership team, the wonderful merchants and all of YOU.
Though we've grown - some things never change; the warm environment and the camaraderie among all of you who attend. In addition to experiencing a great round of golf on some of Long Island’s most beautiful courses, you understand the significance of the event and the impact it has on Queens Centers for Progress and the people with developmental disabilities whom they serve.
On behalf of the golf committee, I congratulate Mike Hibbison, Vice President, Merchandising, and extend our appreciation to him for accepting to be our honoree. We thank Mike and his team for the hard work they put in to this year’s outing. With close to $1.7 million in sponsorships, that hard work shows!
I have had the honor of serving on the committee as a member and as the Chairman for this outstanding event since the beginning. It has been my privilege to serve alongside a group of exceptional and dedicated people. Thank you to Shenell Leighton, The Home Depot’s representative on the committee, who makes sure that the event aligns with The Home Depot’s values and guarantees that it will be extraordinary; and to our golf committee, my sincerest appreciation and gratitude for all you do. We all share a deep devotion to QCP and its mission. We strive to make this event the best it can be.
A very special thank you to Jennifer Hardy, RVP, NY Metro, who picked up the reigns of this event without missing a beat, radiating with warmth and compassion, embracing QCP, and becoming a strong advocate for the organization.
And where would we be without Paul Lundholm? Paul continues to make each year bigger and better, setting his goal higher and higher! Thank you to Paul for overseeing this event and making sure that all of you, from all over the country, get here and understand why we are here all 550 of you!
To our sponsors, thank you! You are VITAL to the success of this outing and we thank you for the outpouring of generosity that makes this Golf Outing the unique event it has become.
Until next year -
Rick Addamo Chairman, QCP Golf Committee
PAST HONOREES
2024 HONOREE
28th Annual
QCP/Home Depot Golf Outing
Honoree
Mike Hibbison
Merchandising
Vice President, Lumber
The Home Depot
Mike Hibbison is the Merchandising Vice President - Lumber at The Home Depot. Mike joined The Home Depot in 2011 and has held roles in Online, Marketing and Merchandising. Mike has been an advocate for teaching, coaching, and training of associates, having served as a Mentor for internal programs throughout his career. Many of his mentees have gone on to bigger roles within The Home Depot and he continues to serve those within the company.
True to The Home Depot values, Mike gives back serving on various non-profit boards within Atlanta. Mike has served on Central OAC and was a founding member of Ripples of Hope. He currently serves on Atlanta Habitat for Humanity championing causes around homelessness and solutions to help end homelessness.
Mike has been married to Marilyn, his wife of 33+ years. Together they've raised 2 children, Ryan 25 and Rachel 22. He enjoys anything where he can show his competitive spirit.
Mike believes that there is no better company in the world than The Home Depot to work for or to partner with. QCP is grateful for all that he has done to make this event a success.
MIKE HIBBISON
VISITS QCP PROGRAMS
MEET KYRIE ... QCP’s Superstar!
Born at just 28 weeks and weighing 3 lbs. 4 oz., Kyrie's life began with a three-month stay in the NICU. Now, at four years old, he's making incredible progress at our APPLE Preschool program.
When Kyrie first joined us, he faced significant challenges in communication and mobility. Unable to express himself to peers and teachers, and struggling with severe toe walking, Kyrie needed specialized support. Through our comprehensive special education services, we've seen remarkable growth:
Communication: Kyrie now uses signs and communication boards to express his wants and needs.
Mobility: Custom ankle foot orthotics and time in an upright stander have dramatically improved his walking. He can now keep his ankles down, navigate stairs with support, and even run!
Therapy: Kyrie shows infectious enthusiasm for occupational therapy, especially enjoying sensory equipment like the swing.
Social Skills: He's increasingly interested in interacting with peers and engaging with various toys and learning materials.
In Kyrie's parents words:
"Before choosing APPLE Preschool, we visited and were blown away. From the customizable equipment to the friendly staff, we knew QCP was the place for Kyrie. When he started, he couldn't walk independently. His physical therapist worked one-on-one with him, even providing temporary braces. Now, with help from his orthopedist, physical therapist, and caring teacher, Kyrie walks and runs. Imagine our joy!"
Kyrie's progress in just a short time demonstrates the power of specialized early intervention and dedicated support. We're thrilled to be part of his journey and excited to see his continued growth.
THANK YOU
QCP wishes to thank these companies for their generous contribution of products and services.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 CORPORATE SPONSORS: SPONSORS
SHINING STAR SPONSORSHIP
Jeld-Wen
Kreate Plastics
Niagara
The Quikrete Companies
The Scotts Miracle Gro Company
TTI Group NA / RYOBI
GOLD STAR SPONSORSHIP
Cornerstone Building Products
Hillman Group
Oldcastle
Stanley Black & Decker
Trex
FIVE STAR SPONSORSHIP
Ardell Sales & Consulting, Inc.
AZEK/TimberTech
Bell Nursery
Dalton Enterprises, Inc.
Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc.
Merola Tile Distributors of America
Milwaukee Tool
Sika Corporation
Spectrum Brands
UFP Retail Solutions
WGB Group
FOUR STAR SPONSORSHIP
AAF Flanders
Alexandria Moulding / SBP
American Carpet South
American Standard
American Woodmark
Arauco
Assa Abloy
Ball Horticultural
Baucom's Nursery
Behr Paint Company
Bemis Manufacturing
Boise Cascade
Classic Home & Garden
Colgate Palmolive
FOUR STAR SPONSORSHIP
CTS Cement I Rapid Set
Delta Faucet Company
Diablo
Emerson
Garden State Bulb Co.
ICS Plant Specialists
Ivy Acres/Coastal Greenhouses
Kellogg Garden Products
Kurt Weiss Greenhouses Inc
Lebanon Seaboard, Inc.
Lisa Beth Gerstman Foundation
Lutron Electronics
Mechanical Heating Supply
Morton Salt
Owens Corning/Masonite
Pan Asian Creations/Sheldon Sales Inc.
Peabody Sales & Service
Pratt Retail Specialties
PrimeSource Building Products
Proven Winners
Retail Construction & Signage
Robert Bosch Tool Company
Signature Retail Services
Simpson Strong Tie
Stinchcomb Associates
Sunset Innovations
The Clorox Company
U.S. Wire & Cable
Vaporizer LLC.
WD-40 Company
Werner Co.
West Fraser
Woodgrain
THREE STAR SPONSORSHIP
Andersen Windows
Bonnie Plants
Champion Power Equipment
Cromwell Growers, Inc.
Duracell Fiberon
Fiskars Group
FNA Group
Generac Power Systems
Georgia Pacific
GreatStar Industrial USA
SPONSORS
THREE STAR SPONSORSHIP
Harmony Brands
Huffman-Palmer Retail Solutions
iFLO
J.D. Irving Limited
James Hardie
John Deere
Karnak Corporation
Knauf Insulation
Kohler Co.
Kreg
Levolor
Moen
Mohawk Industries/Dal-Tile
Nashua Tape
National Nail
Newell Brands
OrePac Building Products
PepsiCo
Simple Green
Tricam Industries
SINGLE PLAYER SPONSORSHIP
Alliance Sales LLC
Alta Forest Products
Baccus Global
BarretteWood USA
BlueLinx Corporation
Canfor
Cerro Wire
Fu Hsing USA
Globe Electric
Gorilla Glue
Hampton Products
Henkel
Ideal Cabinetry
Integrated Sales Solutions
Intex
Keter
King of Fans
Leedarson America Inc.
Master Lock
MAT Holdings Inc.
Mendocino Forest Products
NewTechWood American Inc.
Nien Made
Paragon Group USA
Rockwood Shutters
Siemens
Southwire
Summit Growth Partners
TASC
Thermwell Products/Frost King
Titan3 Technology
Weber Stephen
WPS Sales, LLC
Zep, Inc.
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United States Gypsum
US Installation Group
GOLF BALL SPONSORSHIP
Ashland Water Group
Trex
BREAKFAST & LUNCH SPONSORSHIP
PPG
The Plant Company
PIN FLAG SPONSORSHIP
Bailey Nursery
Fernlea Flowers
Generac Power Systems
The Setup Group
HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORSHIP
Blue Mineral
Boro-Wide
NON-PLAYER TWO STAR SPONSORSHIP
Rockwool
DONATIONS
Thank you to the following donors for your generous support of our 28th Annual QCP/Home Depot Golf Outing. Your contributions have made this event a resounding success, enabling us to continue our important work in our community. We are deeply grateful for your commitment to our cause and look forward to your continued partnership in the years to come.
Aluf Plastics
C.H. Hanson Co.
DAP Global
DeVry Greenhouses
Future Foam
Rich and Lore Gess
Home Depot Foundation
Homewerks
ITW Brands
Klausner Enterprises
Lex Construction
Napoli Marble
Natural Creations
PanAmerican Nursery Products Inc.
Paraco Gas
Pequa Industries
QuatelaArchitects
Rebath - Shower Transformations, LLC
Rectorseal, LLC TruAire
Roca Management
Snokist Ltd.
Winston Products
Wood's Greenhouse
Worthington Enterprises
Event Chairman
Rick Addamo
Golf Outing Event Committee
John J. Governale
Thank You!
Charles Houston
Raymond Irrera
James Kilkenny
Shenell Leighton
Paul Lundholm
Michael J. Macaluso
Prudence Paul
Mitch Reiffman
Arnold Ross
Dave Scalfani
QUEENS CENTERS FOR PROGRE SS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Executive Director
Terri Ross
President
Thomas N. Toscano, Esq.
Vice Presidents
Joseph A. Cristiano
Hon. David Elliot
Hon. Raymond J. Irrera
Secretary
Patricia Coulaz
Treasurer
Hon. Tarek M. Zeid
Active Past Presidents
Hon. George E. Berger
John J. Governale
Michael Macaluso
Margaret MacPherson
Franz Gritsch
Board of Trustees
Gerald J. Caliendo
Raymond Chan
Anthony S. Cosentino
Lara Gregory
Tyquana Henderson-Rivers
Hon. James Kilkenny
Nancy Vargas
Jack M. Weinstein
Director of Development
Wendy Phaff Gennaro
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THANK YOU!
A special thank you to all of our wonderful staff and volunteers whose time and energy are a vital part of this golf outing. We couldn’t do it without your help!
WENDY PHAFF GENNARO Director of Development