Making An Impact Breakfast | Girl Scouts of Suffolk County

Empowering Girls, Expanding Impact

Thank you for joining us to celebrate International Women’s Day and help elevate and amplify the focus on women’s equality with an inspiring panel of women leaders at our 2026 Making an Impact Breakfast!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support of the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. Your contributions help ensure that girls of all backgrounds have the opportunity to pursue their dreams.

Together, we are empowering girls and expanding our impact. Thank you for being an essential part of our mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

We'll see you in March 2027 for our next breakfast!

—The Committee

Your support empowers Girl Scouts in our community! From providing uniforms and access to skill-building experiences for new troops to funding in-school Girl Scout programs with essential supplies and curriculum, to providing financial assistance for girls to explore the outdoors at our summer camp, your support helps champion our girls and the dreams they pursue. Because of you, they can do anything.

Questions? Email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager, at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

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Join the discussion and empower Girl Scouts to follow their dreams and make the world a better place. Enjoy breakfast, network with fellow professionals, engage with vendors, and more.

Date: Friday, March 6th, 2026
Times:
- Check-in starts at 8:30 AM
- Networking, breakfast, and raffles: 8:30-9:30 AM
- Program & Panel: 9:30-11:30 AM
Place: Stonebridge Country Club, Smithtown (Directions)

Questions? Email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager, at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

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Event Tickets & Additional Donation Options

Individual Ticket - $85

Attend breakfast, networking, panel discussion, and more.

Table of 10 - 800

Table for 10 attendees for breakfast, networking, panel discussion, and more.

Friends of GSSC

$375 / Non-profit rate: $350
Includes 2 tickets and an exhibitor table. (Table is based on availability & space.)
$325 / Non-profit rate: $300
Includes 2 tickets and company promo material distributed in giveaway bag.

Digital Journal Ads

Your company journal ad will be placed in order of level. Ad size is 8” W x 10.5” H

Platinum - $1,000
Gold - $750
Silver - $500
Bronze - $250

Submit final ad artwork (png, jpg, or pdf.) to aperrone@gssc.us by February 20, 2026. Please follow our Digital Journal artwork guide.

Other Donation Options

$1,000 provides ONE girl with 2 weeks of Summer Camp, 1 year of membership, a uniform, patches, and programming.
$500 - provides TWO girls with/ 1 year of membership, a uniform, patches, and programming.
$250 - provides ONE girl with 1 year of membership, a uniform, patches, and programming.

Underwriting Options - $500

Sponsor an event component with company name listed on signage and in digital journal. Centerpieces, Decor, Favors & SWAG Bag.

We accept all tax-deductible donations. Questions? Please email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

Sponsorship Levels

Change-maker - $5,500

(1 Available)

On-site Benefits

Two Tables of 10
Exhibitor Vendor Table
Individual Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees
1 minute at the podium

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Platinum Digital Journal Ad
Recognition on Social Media: Three Individual Sponsor Posts & One Group Post

Courage, Confidence, & Character - $2,500

(2 Available)

On-site Benefits

One Table of 10
Exhibitor Vendor Table
Individual Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Gold Digital Journal Ad
Recognition on Social Media: Two Individual Sponsor Posts & One Group Post

Making an Impact - $1,500

On-site Benefits

One Table of 10
Exhibitor Vendor Table
Group Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Silver Digital Journal Ad
Recognition on Social Media: One Group Post

Taking The Lead - $1,000

On-site Benefits

4 Individual Tickets
Exhibitor Vendor Table
Group Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Bronze Digital Journal Ad
Recognition on Social Media: One Group Post

Photobooth Sponsor - $750

On-site Benefits

2 Individual Tickets
Group Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo by photobooth
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees
Logo in photo header on each image

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Recognition on Social Media: One Group Post

Tech Sponsor - $750

On-site Benefits

2 Individual Tickets
Group Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo by podium
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Recognition on Social Media: One Group Post

Raffle Table Sponsor - $500

On-site Benefits

2 Individual Tickets
Group Sponsor Sign with your Company Logo by raffle table
Your company's promotional materials will be distributed to all attendees

Digital Benefits

Logo on our event webpage with a link to your website for a year
Logo included in all event promotion emails
Recognition on Social Media: One Group Post

We accept all tax-deductible donations. Questions? Please email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

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Jennifer Friedman
Co- Chair, Executive Director, Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville

Krupa Lauricella
Co-Chair, Chief of Staff, Office of Councilman James P. O’Connor

Myrtho Cadet
Middle School Dean of Students, The Bridges Academy

Esma Deljanin
Chief Operating Officer, Hirschen Singer & Epstein LLP

Suzanne Ferro
Fund Development Associate of GSSC

Adrienne Greene, MBA
Vice President of Retail Banking, Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union

Danielle Moloney-Hassett
Vice President, Moloney Funeral Homes

Angela Perrone
Fund Development Manager of GSSC

Tammy Severino
President & CEO of GSSC

Donna Smeland
Chair of the Board of GSSC

Kate Travers, LCSW
Community Manager, JP Morgan Chase

Our Panelists & Moderator

Belinda Alvarez-Groneman | Panelist

Deputy Police Commissioner, Suffolk County Police Department

Belinda Alvarez-Groneman, a retired detective and Special Assistant to the Suffolk County Police Commissioner, volunteers extensively in her community, working to improve relations between the community and law enforcement. She joined the Suffolk County Police Department in 1981 as a Community Service Aide and became a police officer 4 years later. She was cited 5 times for outstanding police work before becoming the first woman to join the Police Commissioners' staff. She joined the Office of Congressman Lee Zeldin during his first term in 2015, where she continued serving the community, specializing in the areas of Immigration, Security, and Law Enforcement.

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She has given countless hours of volunteer service to many community groups, including three for which she organized annual events: the Suffolk County Executive’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration, Adelante’s Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade committee, and the Adopt-a-Family at Christmas Program sponsored by the Suffolk County Police Department and the Suffolk County District Attorney’s office through Pronto of Long Island. Belinda also served as chairwoman on the Suffolk County Executives Advisory Board and former Rep. Rick Lazio’s Hispanic Advisory Board, as well as President of Suffolk County Police Officers Hispanic Society from 1989 to 1993. She was instrumental in revitalizing the 3^rd Precinct Explorer program for the youth in the community.

Belinda is a retired President (6 years) and Board member (25+ years) of Pronto of Long Island, Chair of the Suffolk County Community College Foundation Board, Chair of the Town of Islip Youth Board, and a member of the Brentwood-Islandia Lions Club. She has received numerous awards for her dedication and commitment to the Hispanic Community in Suffolk County, as well as the Community at large.

She attributes her success to her late parents, who instilled pride in her heritage and were always there for her with loving support and encouragement. Belinda is married to Thomas M. Groneman, a Detective-Sergeant of the Suffolk County Police Department District Attorney’s Office, and they have two beautiful daughters, Danielle Nicole (31) and Alyssa Rene (28).

Carol A. Gomes, MS, FACHE, CPHQ | Panelist

Chief Executive Officer & Chief Operating Officer, Stony Brook University Hospital

Gomes is a member of the senior executive team, serving as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Stony Brook University Hospital. Formerly, she was the Chief Quality Officer with administrative oversight for the departments of Continuous Quality Improvement, Decision Support Services, Clinical Pathways and Management Engineering. She was also the Associate Director for Quality Management and Associate Director for Neurosciences.

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Carol Gomes is a member of the senior executive team, serving as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Stony Brook University Hospital. Formerly, she was the Chief Quality Officer with administrative oversight for the departments of Continuous Quality Improvement, Decision Support Services, Clinical Pathways and Management Engineering. She was also the Associate Director for Quality Management and Associate Director for Neurosciences.

Gomes earned two master's degrees from Stony Brook University: Management and Policy from the Harriman School of Management and Policy and Healthcare Management and Administration from the School of Allied Health Professions. She has served on the Malcolm Baldrige Quality Program’s Board of Examiners since 1999, most recently as Senior Examiner and Alumni Examiner. She teaches for the School of Health Technology and Management. She holds certifications as a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives, Certified Practitioner of Healthcare from the National Association for Healthcare Quality and numerous certifications in laboratory sciences and management from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Working in the healthcare field for over 30 years, Gomes is the recipient of numerous leadership awards including the HLNY Healthcare Executive of the year “Award of Distinction,” Long Island Business News Healthcare Heroes Award in Achievements in Healthcare, the Master Award and the Excellence in Management Award from the American Society of Clinical Pathology, and The Distinguished Alumna Award from Stony Brook University. She served on the Stony Brook University Alumni Association Board, holding all of the executive-level positions, including President. Gomes currently serves as Vice Chair of the Vizient Senior Operations Officer Network Steering Committee and serves as a board member on numerous boards associated with healthcare activities.

She actively volunteers to serve as a mentor for students pursuing healthcare administration and participates regularly as a panelist for the Future Healthcare Leaders “See You at the 'C' Suite” seminars. Gomes regularly participates at Alumni and Student Career Networking events to assist young careerists with job opportunities and career guidance.

Marie Martineck | Panelist

Senior Director of Commercial Sales, CertaPro of Port Jefferson

Marie Martineck is the Senior Director of Commercial Sales for CertaPro of Port Jefferson and has spent over 15 years building a successful career in the construction industry. She proudly serves as Co-Chair of the Women’s Committee for the Long Island Builders Institute (LIBI), where she works to empower and support women in the field. The LIBI Women’s Committee is currently partnering with the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County to develop a mentorship program designed to connect girls with female leaders in the building industry. Marie also serves as a mentor to multiple LIBI members, helping guide and support them in their professional growth.

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Marie Martineck is the Senior Director of Commercial Sales for CertaPro of Port Jefferson and brings more than 15 years of experience in the construction and building industry. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice President of Manhattan Signs for 13 years, where she developed strong leadership, sales, and operational expertise in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

Marie is an active member of the Long Island Builders Institute (LIBI), an organization of more than 700 members, and proudly serves as Co-Chair of the LIBI Women’s Committee. In this leadership role, she is dedicated to empowering, educating, and mentoring women while fostering meaningful professional connections within the building industry. She also serves as a mentor to multiple LIBI members, providing guidance, encouragement, and insight to help them grow and succeed professionally. The LIBI Women’s Committee is currently collaborating with the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County to create a mentorship program that will connect Girl Scouts with accomplished women in construction and related fields, introducing young women to career opportunities and leadership pathways in the industry.

Her commitment to leadership extends into her philanthropic work. Marie was honored to serve as a Visionary for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where she assembled and led a team during a 10-week fundraising campaign to raise critical funds for blood cancer research and patient services. She is also actively involved with Long Island Home Builders Care, supporting community outreach efforts including gift drives, backpack drives, and volunteer initiatives.

One of Marie’s most meaningful roles has been serving as a Girl Scout Leader for six years at Maria Regina School in Seaford, where she led a troop alongside her daughter Gina. Through scouting, she helped young girls build confidence, resilience, leadership skills, and a lifelong commitment to service — values she believes are essential in shaping strong, capable women.

Marie’s dedication to service is reflected in her family. Her husband, John, is a Chief in the FDNY, and together they have built a life centered on leadership and giving back. Their daughter Gina, now a junior at St. Anthony’s High School, continues to embrace those same values by actively serving her community.

Marie is deeply committed to the Girl Scout mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. She is honored to support and inspire the next generation of female leaders.

Michelle Zarifis | Panelist

External Affairs Manager, National Grid

Michelle Zarifis serves as External Affairs Manager for National Grid, where she builds and strengthens relationships with government officials, community leaders, and local organizations to advance reliability, safety, and long-term policy priorities while supporting New York State’s clean energy goals. Leveraging her extensive government experience and expertise in relationship-building, Michelle has played a key role in driving critical infrastructure projects forward and resolving community issues across the region, positioning her as a trusted partner in Long Island’s evolving energy landscape.

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Michelle began her career at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff to former District Attorney Tim Sini, helping manage operations and strategic initiatives. She later served as Director of Intergovernmental Relations for the Suffolk County Executive’s Office under the Bellone Administration, collaborating with senior leadership to advocate for and advance key legislative priorities.

Michelle earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Drama from Hofstra University and recently completed her Master’s in Public Administration at Columbia University. Her academic foundation, combined with her public-sector experience, informs her commitment to fostering partnerships that drive progress for both the community and the energy industry.

Adrienne Greene, MBA | Moderator

Vice President of Retail Banking, Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union

Adrienne Greene, MBA, is a financial services professional with over twenty-five years of experience specializing in retail and business banking. She holds a Master’s Degree from Long Island University, where she also taught as an Adjunct Professor. Adrienne holds a credit training certification from Omega. She was named a Premier Business Woman in 2024 by Herland Community Newspaper. Adrienne has a passion for volunteering and has been the PTO President at her daughter’s school and well as many other positions with the school parents' organizations.

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Adrienne is the former Vice President of the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce and was on the Board of the Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce Women’s Committee.

Adrienne is the Vice President of Retail at Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union and leads the retail operation as they work on their expansion into Suffolk County this year.

Adrienne has been a Girl Scout Troop leader for nine years for Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. She was awarded to be a National Delegate for Girl Scouts of Suffolk County and has earned the Council Award and President’s Circle Award.

Adrienne has been married to her husband, Michael, for twenty-five years. She has a daughter, Kara, who is a straight-A student at St. Patrick School. Kara is a Girl Scout Bronze working on her Silver Award and serves on the council Advisory Board and Media Girls.

Thank You To Our Sponsors & Supporters!

Making an Impact Sponsor

Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Taking the Lead Sponsor

Taking the Lead

South Shore University Hospital Northwell Health

Audio Sponsor

Photography Sponsor

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc.

Raffle Table Sponsor

Raffle Table Sponsor

Michael Starrantino | Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Raffle Table Sponsor

Our Charitable Supporters

9 Brothers Building Supply

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention LI

Bank of America

Barnum Premier Client Group

Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services

Certapro of Port Jefferson

Chase

Deljanin Management Corp

Derive Technologies

Diamonds and Pearls Alliance Inc.

DiSalvo Interiors

Disaster Clean Up Services, Inc.

Gallagher/Assured Partners

Girl Scouts of Nassau County, Inc.

Girls Inc. of Long Island

Heatherwood

Hirschen Singer & Epstein, LLP

HKM Associates

iSolved HCM

Jm2 Architecture

Long Island Builders Institute

Luminate Consulting Services, LLC

Mavec Group, LLC

Mercy Haven Inc.

MGXW Consulting

Michael Magro Foundation

Moxxie Mentoring Foundation

Nassau Financial Credit Union

Nawrocki Smith LLP

Nixon Peabody LLP

People’s Arc of Suffolk

RAM Marketing, Inc.

Reliance Mechanical

Richner Communications, Inc.

Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville

Stony Brook Medicine

Suffolk County Human Rights Commission

Suffolk County Police Asian Jade Society

Suffolk County Police Department

Suffolk Federal Credit Union

Suffollk PBA

Sunshine Physical Therapy

Techworks Consulting, Inc.

Telechoice Consulting, Inc.

The Bridges Academy

Three Village Kitchen and Bath

Transitional Coaching

Victory RecoverPartners

Our Raffle Donors

A&S Pork Store & Italian Foods,
East Islip

Myrtho Cadet

Equine Services, LLC

Concord Cleaners, East Islip

George Martin’s Strip Steak,
Great River

Adrienne Greene

Hirosaki

Jessica Iafrate

JBBQ Smithtown

Louis Anthony Jewelers

Navarro Dental Group

Angela Perrone

Maria Perrone

Reliance Mechanical

Supercuts

Villa Sorrento

Woodloch Pines Resort

YJE Dance Force

Empowering Girls, Expanding Impact

Thank you for joining us to celebrate International Women’s Day and help elevate and amplify the focus on women’s equality with an inspiring panel of women leaders at our 2026 Making an Impact Breakfast!

Join the discussion and empower Girl Scouts to follow their dreams and make the world a better place. Enjoy breakfast, network with fellow professionals, engage with vendors, and more.

Event Tickets & Additional Donation Options

Digital Journal Ads

Other Donation Options

Underwriting Options - $500

We accept all tax-deductible donations. Questions? Please email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

Sponsorship Levels

Change-maker - $5,500

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Courage, Confidence, & Character - $2,500

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Making an Impact - $1,500

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Taking The Lead - $1,000

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Photobooth Sponsor - $750

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Tech Sponsor - $750

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

Raffle Table Sponsor - $500

On-site Benefits

Digital Benefits

We accept all tax-deductible donations. Questions? Please email Angela Perrone, Fund Development Manager at aperrone@gssc.us or call (631) 543-6622 x245.

Our Panelists & Moderator

Belinda Alvarez-Groneman | Panelist

Deputy Police Commissioner, Suffolk County Police Department

Carol A. Gomes, MS, FACHE, CPHQ | Panelist

Chief Executive Officer & Chief Operating Officer, Stony Brook University Hospital

Marie Martineck | Panelist

Senior Director of Commercial Sales, CertaPro of Port Jefferson

Michelle Zarifis | Panelist

External Affairs Manager, National Grid

Adrienne Greene, MBA | Moderator

Vice President of Retail Banking, Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union

Thank You To Our Sponsors & Supporters!

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Making an Impact Sponsor

Taking the Lead Sponsor

Taking the Lead

Audio Sponsor

Photography Sponsor

Raffle Table Sponsor

Raffle Table Sponsor

Raffle Table Sponsor

Our Charitable Supporters

Our Raffle Donors

Thank You For Igniting Tomorrow’s Changemakers!

We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their generous donations and unwavering support of the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. Your contributions are essential in ensuring that girls from all backgrounds have the opportunity to pursue their dreams.

Together, we are empowering the changemakers of tomorrow. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

—The Committee