United Way of Westchester and Putnam an anti-poverty organization located at 336 Central Park Ave., White Plains, is hosting its annual “Take a Walk in Her Shoes” event virtually on Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 6-7 p.m.
Maria M. Trusa, CEO of Formé Medical Center and Urgent Care, will be recognized with the 2020 Women”™s Leadership Council “Woman of Distinction Award” for her work in leading the charge to provide health care services to the community”™s most vulnerable, uninsured residents.
An immigrant from the Dominican Republic, Trusa was the executive director of Scarsdale Medical Group where she worked for more than 26 years. During her tenure, she transformed it from a six-physician and 35-employee practice to more than 45 physicians and over 200 employees. In September 2015, Trusa joined Formé Medical Center as its CEO.
The event includes a panel discussion around the impact of diversity, equity, inclusion and women.
The Women”™s Leadership Council Take a Walk in Her Shoes event is supported by M&T Bank, IBM and Pure Insurance, Con Edison and Ladle of Love.
The last date to RSVP is Tuesday, Dec. 1. For more information, to become a sponsor or to purchase a ticket, visit UWWP.org/wlcwine or contact Rebecca Snyder, director of special events and development at 914-997-6700, ext. 740, or rsnyder@uwwp.org.
