Ambassadors serve as the co-chairs for SIEDC's most highly visible programs.
As co-chair, each Ambassador becomes the public face for a specific program, getting involved in all aspects of planning. Through the Ambassador Program, members not only gain public exposure, but also the ability to cultivate effective relationships with other members of the SIEDC.
Phil Guarnieri, Empire State Bank SI 2020 Ambassador
Empire State Bank, NA is a Full Service Commercial Bank offering a wide array of deposit and loan products, tailored to meet each customer's specific need. Empire State Bank has grown by offering cutting edge technology with superior personalized service. Since we opened our doors in June 2004 management has been committed to meet the needs of individuals, professionals and businesses in a market that recognizes local decision making.
Walter Daszkowski, Daszkowski, Tompkins and Weg, P.C. West Shore Light Rail/Newsletter Ambassador
Daszkowski, Tompkins and Weg, P.C. is a full service certified public accounting firm committed to helping you improve your long-term financial success. We offer a wide variety of accounting, tax and financial services to our business and individual clients. Our customized programs are designed to grow, protect, and conserve your wealth by delivering an unprecedented level of personalized service and expertise.
Tony Santo, Henry Malarkey & Co. Chairman's Outing Ambassador
Anthony J. Santo is a Certified Public Accountant, and partner with the firm of Henry F. Malarkey and Co., P.C. A full service accounting firm, Henry F. Malarkey & Co., PC was established in 1960 with offices in both Manhattan and Staten Island. Tony has been with the firm for the past 23 years. He is a NYS licensed CPA, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants.
Michael Prendamano, Casandra Properties Capital Projects Ambassador
The fact that your home is your most valuable asset is the foundation of Casandra Properties. With over $300 million in sales experience, we can easily deal with the complex situations that arise during the sales process. As accomplished real estate professionals, we pride ourselves on making sure that our clients are our top priorities.
Frank Naso, The Naso Organization
SI Conference 2009 Ambassador
Frank Naso is vice president of the Naso Organization and has been active in the real estate industry on Staten Island for 17 years. His organization has provided quality housing for more than 500 Staten Island families.
Robert Bentson, Allen C. Bentson Insurance Agency 5th Golf Course Ambassador
The Allen C. Bentson Agency, established 1948, is a full service insurance firm offering all types of insurance for business owners, retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, importers, and financial institutions, covering building contents, loss of income, liability, commercial auto, worker�s compensation, bonding, group health, and many other types of businesses and coverages. Licensed to do business in NJ, PA, FL, NH, and CT.
Robert Cutrona, Project-One Services, Inc. Ambassador Chair
At Project One, our goal is to be the only building maintenance company you will ever need. By offering a comprehensive array of maintenance services and very competitive rates, we want to add to your business' success. Our experience and results show that a neat and clean work environment--inside and out--leads toward increased employee performance, better customer�relations, more sales�and a higher real estate value. We always judge our success by our customer's success.
Adrienne Setbon, Own a Home Realty B-to-B and Annual Awards 2009 Ambassador
Whether you are purchasing or selling a new home, our agents listen to your needs and give you the
personal service to make your home buying or selling experience simple and quick, and painless. We
have mortgage experts on staff to assist you with the mortgage process. Call Own-A-Home Realty today
for a free Comparative Market Analysis. Now is the time to buy, homes have never been more affordable
and interest rates have never been lower. We specialize in new construction homes, so stop by and say
hello.
David Rampulla, FerryAds.com Opportunity Staten Island Magazine Ambassador
You can afford Ferry Boat Advertising...in fact; you can�t afford to ignore it! If you do business in the NY Metro Area, statistics show that Staten Islanders who commute into Manhattan have the largest per capita income of the city! Staten Island is the fastest growing borough in NYC! Staten Islanders tend to have more automobiles per household, & are better educated. In short, S.I. Ferry commuters have buying power! When you compare the number of advertising impressions, the number & length of time these impressions are seen, S.I. Ferry Advertising gives you the most bang for your advertising dollar.
Ralph Branca, Victory State Bank Leadership Ambassador
Victory State Bank is a state-chartered, stock commercial bank, which was formed on November 13, 1997 with initial capital of $7,000,000 and commenced operations on November 17, 1997. The initial capital was raised in a public offering, primarily in the borough of Staten Island. The Bank operates four full service locations in Staten Island, the main office in the Oakwood Heights Shopping Center, the second on Forest Avenue, the third on Hyatt Street and the fourth branch on Hylan Boulevard. The Bank's results of operations are dependent primarily on net interest income, which is the difference between the income earned on its loan and investment portfolios and its direct costs of funds, consisting of interest paid on its deposits. The Bank's operating expenses principally consist of employee compensation and benefits, occupancy expenses, professional fees, advertising and marketing expenses and other general and administrative expenses.
Richard Murphy, Richmond University Medical Center Health & Environmental Conference Ambassador
At Richmond University Medical Center, we serve our community with high quality inpatient and outpatient services. Internationally recognized specialists direct our reproductive medicine center, and we operate a high-risk pregnancy center for women requiring special care. In addition, our neonatal intensive care center boasts one of the highest survival rates in the city. In addition, our Emergency Department is a Level 1 Trauma Center, led by Emergency Medical Associates, leaders in emergency medicine in the metropolitan area. Our hospital has 440 acute care beds and is a New York State designated Stroke Center.
Mark E. Russo, RPM Insurance
Pre-Conference Ambassador
Mark E. Russo is President of Russo Picciurro Maloy (RPM) Insurance Agency located at 1000 South Avenue Staten Island, New York 10314. RPM is Staten Island's largest and oldest Independent Insurance Agency established in 1886. Mark joined the firm in 1989 and became a partner in 1994. Mark manages company relations as well as the sales, marketing and advertising for the firm. Mark was named The Young Agent of the Year for New York State in 2004. He is licensed as an insurance broker in New York and New Jersey.
Richard Grado, Creative Media SINY Film Festival Ambassador
Creative Media is a full service print and marketing firm. In addition to working with clients to develop marketing plans and offering an in-house printing facility, Creative Media's services include graphic design, web development, and direct mail/fulfillment. Richard works with and supports many Staten Island organizations. He is a strong believer in supporting and giving back to the community in which he lives and works
Michael Proscia, BluCo Energy Green Zone Ambassador
Bluco Energy is a division of Blue Diamond Fuel, an 80 year old family owned business located in Brooklyn. Always striving to develop better products and services, we identified another way for our existing customers who owned additional gas buildings to save money. Thus we created BluCo Energy with the same customer service and values that built our heating oil division.
The College of Staten Island is a fourâ€year, senior college of The City University of New York that offers exceptional opportunities to all its students. Programs in the liberal arts and sciences and professional studies lead to bachelor’s and associate’s degrees. The master’s degree is awarded in 13 professional and liberal arts and sciences fields of study. The College participates in doctoral programs of The City University Graduate School and University Center in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, and Psychology.
THE SALVATION ARMY RAY AND JOAN KROC CORPS COMMUNITY CENTERs offer recreational, spiritual, educational, and cultural arts programs of superb quality. These versatile facilities are open to people of all ages and offer a wide variety of programs and services focused on building character, confidence, and capacity for excellence within underserved communities.
InterGlobe Communications is a One Stop Network Service Provider. Founded in 1992, InterGlobeCommunications is among the oldest, most experienced CLEC’s available as a total solutions provider, offering clients Dial tone, Local Service, Long Distance Service, Toll Free Service, Wireless, Calling Cards and Internet Access services all on one online statement. Midâ€size to Fortune 500 companies have relied on InterGlobe Communications for their complete telecommunications solution from planning, implementation, servicing and maintenance. As an AVAYA Business Partner, InterGlobe is positioned to provide the latest in hardware and communications technology including Unified Messaging, and VOIP.
Robert
Costomiris & Matthew Meehan, Gunn Allen Financial Annual Golf Outing Ambassadors
GunnAllen Financial
is a full service brokerage and investment banking firm with a
nationwide presence. For more than two decades, GunnAllen Financial
has been providing clients with a wide range of investment products
and services to help them prepare for their financial future. Today,
GunnAllen Financial continues to provide clients with solutions for
all of their financial needs.
Michael Motelson, Dome Property Management
Member Dinners Ambassador
DOME currently
employs a devoted workforce of about 20 people, servicing the five
boroughs of New York City and New Jersey. We are capable of
managing community associations (such as condominiums, homeowners
associations and cooperatives), commercial buildings (retail and
offices), apartment buildings, multi-family dwellings and mixed-use
properties, throughout the New York metropolitan area. We strive to
be the best real estate services company in the industry.
(Coming Soon!)
Chris Ressa, RJW Brokerage
Lifetime Achievement Awards Ambassador
(Coming Soon!)
For more information on the Ambassador Program, please contact SIEDC at (718) 477-1400