06/04/2026
For the past three days, members of the United Way of Broome County team had the incredible opportunity to attend United Wayās first-ever Northeast Regional Conference, hosted by United Way of the Lehigh Valley.
The conference provided a valuable opportunity to connect with United Way peers from across the region, share ideas, and learn more about the impact our organizations are making in communities every day.
We were also honored to hear from Tyrone Muse, President and CEO of Visions Federal Credit Union, who shared insights on how leaders are navigating change at the local, regional, and national levels while strengthening trust in the United Way network.
We are especially proud of our Community Initiatives team members, Timothy Hafner, Tanisha Arroyo, and Jenna DiMarzio, who presented on the Healthy Lifestyles Coalition- HLC growth before and after COVID-19, highlighting key lessons learned and strategies that have helped strengthen the coalitionās impact over time.
Our Senior Director of Operations, Lindsey Mott, also shared her expertise during a session on Strategic Foresight with NextGen, exploring how the Foresight Cycle and related tools can be used to develop informed and thought-provoking visions of the future that inspire meaningful action today.
A special congratulations and thank you to our Executive Director, Paula Perna, who played an integral role in planning this inaugural event.
Thank you to United Way of the Lehigh Valley for being such a gracious host. We leave inspired, energized, and excited to continue advancing our mission, strengthening our community, and building on the relationships and knowledge gained throughout this remarkable experience.