Robert Vidal II
Chairperson
Robert Vidal II will assume the role of Board Chair at Seamen’s Society for Children and
Families beginning in September 2025. With over two decades of experience as a
health insurance consultant…
Niles French
Vice Chairperson
Niles French brings over 10 years of extensive grant experience and expertise in grant management, economic development strategy, policy formulation, and fostering regional…
Peter Tesoriero
Treasurer
Peter Tesoriero currently serves as Treasurer of the Board of Trustees for Seamen’s Society for Children and Families, bringing valuable financial expertise and a strong commitment…
Bridget McCabe
Secretary
Dr. Bridget K. McCabe is a dual board-certified physician and Senior Medical Director at
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, overseeing Medical Management and Population Health initiatives…
Janet Leslie
Assistant Secretary
Dr. Janet Leslie is a passionate educator and community leader. She holds a B.A. in
Sociology from CUNY-Brooklyn College, an M.S. in Higher Education Administration
from CUNY-Baruch College…
Jeanne Raleigh
Immediate Past Chairperson
Jeanne Raleigh has been actively involved with the Seamen’s Society for Children and Families for 20 years. Her commitment began with a social action group of students she inspired..
Bobby Aanonsen
Bobby Aanonsen is Vice President of Private Banking at IDB Bank, where he delivers tailored financial solutions to high-net-worth clients across Staten Island and New York. A graduate of Sacred Heart…
Roosevelt Board
Roosevelt Board is the owner and operator of Chick-fil-A at the Staten Island Mall and a dynamic force for entrepreneurship and community leadership. A South…
Timothy Castanza
Timothy Castanza is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Bridge Prep Charter School, New York’s first public school designed specifically for…
Michelle Chen
Michelle Chen is the founder and driving force behind Lil M Bubble Tea House, a vibrant, family oriented boba shop located in Staten Island’s Castleton Corners. Since opening in 2019…
Joseph Cuozzo
Joseph is the Vice President of Information Technology and oversees IT, Switchboard, Biomedicine, AV and Telecommunications for Richmond University Medical Center, Richmond…
Tiffany deSousa
Tiffany M. deSousa, M.A. is a child advocate, nonprofit founder, and community leader whose work is driven by personal experience. After surviving youth homelessness and overcoming…
Caroline Ferreri
Caroline Ferreri of New Dorp is a proud native Staten Islander. A graduate of St. John Villa Academy High School, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Wagner College…
Jessica Kaskel, LCSW-R
With a deep commitment to nurturing the academic, emotional, and social development of students, Jessica Kaskel services as a dedicated school…
Miriam Prat-Mallilo
Miriam Prat-Mallilo, MBA, LMHC-D is a seasoned pediatric behavioral health leader with over 15 years of experience serving New York City’s most vulnerable youth…
John Shall, Jr.
John Shall, Jr., is a second-generation partner in the Certified Public Accounting firm of DeSantis, Kiefer, Shall & Sarcone, LLP. Mr. Shall is partner in charge of client development with an…
Dr. Renata Vaysman
Dr. Renata Vaysman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Kings Psychological Services, PLLC, based in New York. She specializes in providing…
Suzanne Stirn-Ainslie
Board Member Emerita
Suzanne Stirn Ainslie earned a history degree and certification in secondary education from Princeton University…