HIA-LI's Business Steps Up: Recent Episodes
Terri Alessi-Miceli
Interviews and engaging dialogue with the ''movers and shakers'' of Long Island business and the not-for-profit community.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI speaks with Declan Doyle, President of Saint Catherine of Siena Hospital, Smithtown, about a new collaboration between HIA-LI, the Long Island Innovation Park at Hauppauge, and Catholic Health, regarding their state-of-the-art ambulatory center in Commack.
In this episode, host Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, sits down with Tracey Edwards, Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer at Sands NY. Sands is proposing a transformative casino and resort facility on Long Island, and Tracey is at the forefront of this exciting initiative. The conversation dives deep into Sands' vision for the project, emphasizing its potential to spur job creation, stimulate the local economy, and engage the community in meaningful ways. The episode also explores Sands’ corporate social responsibility efforts, from environmental sustainability to workforce development, setting the stage for a future where corporate and community goals align seamlessly. Join us as we explore how this project could reshape Long Island’s economic landscape and leave a lasting legacy.
In this episode, host Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, engages in a compelling conversation with guest Anthony Manetta, a Town Councilman for the Town of Babylon, CEO of Standard Advisors Group, and a board member of HIA-LI. Anthony will be spearheading an innovative initiative to organize a series of intimate "meet and greet" programs, aimed at forging stronger connections between HIA-LI members and government leaders. Through these roundtable discussions, the episode delves into the goals of enhancing mutual understanding and collaboration between the business sector and government officials, setting the stage for a future where community and economic development go hand-in-hand.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, speaks with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) CEO, Mark Cox, in a dialogue that delves into the heart of BBBSLI's mission, which is pivotal in providing mentorship to young individuals facing adversity across Long Island. The conversation sheds light on the various innovative mentoring programs offered by BBBSLI, which reflect the organization's commitment to nurturing strong, enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that have a transformative impact on the lives of children and the broader community.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, speaks with Family Service League's (FSL) President and CEO, Karen Boorshtein about the important work that FSL does on Long Island to help those struggling with mental health disorders or who are in need of other support services.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, speaks with Scott Maskin, founder and CEO of SUNation Energy, about the burgeoning solar industry on Long Island.
Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Christine Ponzio, Executive Director at Winters Center for Autism, and Patrick Winters, Vice President at Winters Bros. Waste Systems as they discuss the unique collaboration they have forged to help those with autism become productive and valuable members of the workforce.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, speaks with Sandra Lindsay, DHSc, MBA, MSN, RN, Vice President, Public Health Advocacy at Northwell Health. Dr. Lindsay is the recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the U.S.
Terri Alessi-Miceli, President and CEO of HIA-LI, speaks with two not-for-profit leaders in the Nassau-Suffolk region: Paule Pachter, CEO of Long Island Cares, and Lee Silberman, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Long Island.
HIA-LI President and CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with three dynamic women who run some of Long Island's most influential business support organizations. Learn how your organization or firm can apply and be eligible for immediate funding for your business or workforce training/development initiative.
Host:
- Terri Alessi-Miceli, CEO, HIA-LI
Guests:
- Rosalie Drago, Commissioner, Suffolk County Department of Labor (DOL)
- Cara Longworth, Regional Director, Empire State Development (ESD)
- Kelly Murphy, Deputy Director, Suffolk County Industral Development Agency (IDA)
HIA-LI President and CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with the co-chairs of the HIA-LI Manufacturing Committee, Ron Loveland, President of Summit Safety and Efficiency Solutions, and Kursad "Kevin" Devecioglu, Managing Director, Bimser International Corporation.
Kevin O’Connor, CEO of Dime Community Bank and HIA-LI Board Member, speaks with Clare Cusack, President and CEO of the New York Bankers Association (NYBA) in an “Executive Insight” event held on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. They discuss one of the most challenging and transformative periods in the banking industry, as well as forecasts for the future. Clare Cusack is the first woman to serve as leader of the NYBA, the premier trade association for the banking industry in New York State.
HIA-LI CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Kristen Reynolds, CEO of Discover Long Island. They discuss how integral tourism is to the Long Island economy and ways the region is attracting new tourism dollars, especially during the COVID pandemic.
Moderator: Joseph Garofalo, Outreach Pastor, Island Christian Church
Panelists:
- Colleen Merlo, CEO, Association for Mental Health & Wellness
- Kristen Panella; Head of Safety Division, Summit Safety & Efficiency Solutions
- Jeffrey Schlossberg, Principal, Jackson Lewis, P.C.
- Elizabeth C. Uzzo, Sr. Vice President, H2M Architects & Engineers
Topics:
- Recruiting virtually during these challenging times.
- Maintaining a positive culture and morale.
- How to deal with mental stress in the workplace.
- Staying up to date with ongoing Covid-19 legislation.
- Maintaining good employee performance management for the remote workforce.
- Virtual continuous training.
HIA-LI CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Colleen Merlo, LMSW, CEO of the Association for Mental Health and Wellness, in this special episiode to mark Mental Health Awareness Month. They discuss the importance of overall wellness, including mental wellness, in the workplace.
HIA-LI CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Walkers Shortbreads CEO Mark Kleinman and Island Harvest CEO Randi Shubin-Dressner about their partnership to help feed hungry Long Islanders during the COVID pandemic.
Host Terri Alessi Miceli, CEO of HIA-LI speaks with Teresa Ferraro, CEO of East West Industries, about how the firm quickly pivoted to create PPE for Suffolk County during the early COVID surge in 2020.
HIA-LI CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Stuart B. Almer, President & Chief Executive Officer of Gurwin Healthcare System about the state of the long-term care system and its resiliency during the COVID-19 pandemic.