Chair Emeritus
Ms. Thomas, former Vice-President of Community Affairs at WABC-TV is a media,community affairs and board consultant with more than 30 years experience in both the corporate and non-profit sectors. Ms.Thomas has held several roles as member and board chair of non-profit organizations throughout the tri-state and was a recent candidate for City Council in Brooklyn. (more…)

Former Chair & 2021 Gala Honoree
Dr. Freedman is a long-time Brooklyn resident and community advocate committed to improving arts, dance, educational opportunities for NYC’s youth and the public at large. She has been a volunteer and champion of Dancewave for over ten years, including 6 years on the Board, serving in various roles: Board Chair, Development Chair, Gala Co-Chair, and Co-Chair of the recent successful Capital Campaign. (more…)

Former Chair & 2021 Gala Honoree
Ms. LeBlanc spent more than 14 years helping millions of people lose weight at Weight Watchers. She was part of the team that founded WeightWatchers.com, establishing one of the Internet’s first and most successful subscription-model businesses. She was also a driving force behind many new products and services that combined the latest scientific research with consumer insights. Prior to Weight Watchers, she worked in equity research. (more…)