The “Long Island Power 100” released by City and State magazine and its affiliates had a bit of SUNY Old Westbury flair. In all, four of the leaders recognized are associated with the College.
According the publishers of City & State, the “Long Island Power 100” list highlights highlights the politicians, government officials, labor leaders, business executives and advocates who have shaped Nassau and Suffolk counties over the past year.
Two alumni were included:
- Ranked at number 32 is 1982 graduate Theresa Sanders. Sanders, as president and CEO of the Urban League of Long Island, was recognized as a driving force for a new state law making police disciplinary records public, and her effort to highlight the socioeconomics compounding the impact of the pandemic within communities of color.
- Ranked at number 80 is 2002 graduate Lionel Chitty. As executive director of the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs, Chitty was noted for his work in determining how the county can increase its contracting with minority- and women-owned businesses.
SUNY Old Westbury President Timothy Sams is feted for his leadership of the College as he prioritizes needs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and improvement in the institutions financial stability.
SUNY Old Westbury College Council Member Theresa Regnante, ranked 57th, is recognized for her leadership in developing the organization's initiative to provide renewable energy job training to Long Islanders. Regnante also formed United Solution, a partnership with fellow community organizations addressing pressing needs for food access, housing and other resources.