Leaders in Westchester County Government participated in the fifth annual Westchester Women’s Summit in observance of Women’s History Month. The event on March 14 in White Plains featured Westchester County Special Advisor to the County Executive Catherine Borgia; Westchester County Director of Employee Assistance Program Lara Fenig Stangel, LMSW; Westchester County Director of Operations Joan McDonald;
Westchester County Office of Economic Development Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Deborah Novick; Westchester County Commissioner of Parks and Recreation Kathleen O’Connor; and Westchester County Office for Women Director Robi Schlaff.
County Executive Ken Jenkins in giving welcoming remarks said, “This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the outstanding female leaders who drive progress in Westchester County. Their dedication and expertise are invaluable assets to our government and our community and highlighting their work inspires the next generation of females to lead with confidence and vision.”
The full-day event was dedicated to inspiring and empowering women in the community.
McDonald said, “It has always been my hope that ‘traditionally male-dominated industries’ will in the future be obsolete. Until that time, it is important that women leaders are forthright, decisive and fair. I have found those attributes have served me well and I have earned the respect of my peers. Our obligation is to lead the way and mentor others – women and men.”
