Committee Directory

AWNY members, become recognized as a leader in the industry and find out what it takes to organize some of the best events in the New York advertising community.

Check out the descriptions below for the latest on what each committee is cooking up and who to contact. You can either contact Lynn Zalokar, AWNY's Membership Manager at 221-7969, or contact the committee chair directly to get details on the next meeting and find out more about what YOU can do to get in on the fun.



Contact: Stacie Owen, (212) 204-2601, sodc_nyc@yahoo.com; Sarah Elliott, (212) 571-8214, selliott7@gmail.com
As one of AWNY's longest running and most respected annual events, the Advertising Career Conference brings together over 700 college students from across the country. Each fall, our own stars of Madison Avenue teach the "tricks of the trade" to the next generation of advertising professionals. This is a unique opportunity to help coordinate one aspect of this remarkable and inspirational event. Come learn about the many different ways you can participate.


Contacts:
Michelle Harmon Madsen, (917) 854-244, mharmon@psualum.com
Phyllis Ehrlich, (212) 367-0610, phyllis.ehrlich@gmail.com

This dynamic committee focuses on delivering programming and events that are specifically tailored to the needs of AWNY's executive membership, women with over 15 years of experience in advertising, marketing, pr or brand management. Events celebrate the contributions of executives with engaging, inspiring and thought-provoking content. Networking with other executives is a key benefit of participation.


Contact:

Pat Lynch, (212) 641-2133, plynch@westwoodone.com
This committee is always looking for people to help at the check-in tables at major AWNY events, such as luncheons and the Annual Roast. Get plenty of face-time with AWNY members and guests, and enjoy the opportunity to attend the event at a reduced price! Since the Hospitality committee doesn't hold meetings, we only request an hour of your time when you volunteer to help at an AWNY event.


Contacts:
Jill Montaigne, (646) 234-0074, jmontaigne@originalspark.com;

This committee orchestrates AWNY's high profile events including The Annual Roast, The Impact Awards-AWNY Celebrates Mentoring Luncheon and the Leadership Luncheon. Preparation for AWNY's forthcoming 100-Year Celebration will also fall under this umbrella. Participation in the Leadership Committee offers members the opportunity to make contact with top level members across all disciplines of the Advertising/ Communications community.

Contacts:
Mary Ilijic Perrella, 212-684-1331, mary.perrella@clearchannel.com
Alexis Josephs, (917) 270-5144, alexis.josephs@gmail.com

The Media Committee creates programs that service our members in all areas of the media segment by giving them visibility, information, networking and access to key people on the advertiser and agency side of the business.



Contacts:

Renee Martin, (212) 994-9340, rmartin624@gmail.com
Elizabeth Czech, ((212) 856-5260, liz_dz@hotmail.com

This committee is responsible for growing and maintaining AWNY's membership by sharing the benefits of AWNY's programs and services with other professionals in the industry, and ensuring that AWNY serves its many different members' needs.

Sub Committees:


This committee solicits to help at AWNY breakfasts, luncheons and evening events. The commitment is the first half-hour reception period. This is an opportunity to speak with people directly and help to increase membership for the organization. Develop your poise and confidence in public speaking by promoting AWNY. Attendance at the luncheons is half price, all other events are complimentary.

Contact: Lynn Zalokar, (212) 221-7969, lynn@awny.org


The membership committee has a year long program of follow-up with new members to ensure the first year of membership is fully utilized. We are looking for help with a few phone calls each month. There is flexibility in getting the phone calls done at your convenience, yet contributing to the overall goals of the membership committee. This is an opportunity to speak with new members directly, make connections and enhance the new member experience.

Contact: Lynn Zalokar, (212) 221-7969, lynn@awny.org



Contacts:

Terry Yoffe, (212) 876-8166, terry@TRYcoaching.com
The Mentoring committee provides the platform from which the Mentoring Program is launched. The committee is responsible for offering the program to the entire AWNY membership, launching the program in January, and monitoring the progress of the pairings throughout the year.


Contacts:
Ann Jelito, (914) 886-3604, ajelito@funfuziononline.com;
annjvp@aol.com

This committee provides members and guests with educational programming that addresses topics ranging from career advancement to tackling new fronts such as social networking and the ever progressing digital world.

 
Contacts:

Christina Pagano, (212) 213-2851, paganopr@aol.com
Sue Geramian, (212) 790-1486, sgeramian@nyc.rr.com
The role of this committee is to promote AWNY as a highly regarded organization and to publicize its impressive roster of events and networking opportunities.


Contacts:

Wendy Goodman, (212) 884-9211 wendyegood@gmail.com 
Kathleen Nagle, (212)-499-1523, kathleen.nagle@gmail.com 

This committee creates and implements career development programming and networking events that appeal specifically to members under 30 years of age. Programming includes the VIP Silent Auction, Networking with Notables and a series of career development clinics.