Queens’ most influential female leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers will come together for Power Women of Queens on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Russo’s on the Bay.
Hosted by Schneps Media, this prestigious event celebrates women who have made a meaningful impact across Queens’ business, nonprofit, and community sectors. Power Women of Queens recognizes leaders from a wide range of industries, including real estate, finance, healthcare, hospitality, education, and public service.
“We’re thrilled to once again celebrate the remarkable women who help shape Queens and strengthen our communities,” said Elizabeth Schneps Aloni, SVP of Events at Schneps Media. “Power Women of Queens is about honoring leadership, resilience, and the influence these women have across industries and generations.”
Honorees are selected for their contributions to economic growth, philanthropy, innovation, and community leadership throughout the borough. The evening will bring together top executives, decision-makers, and rising professionals for a high-impact networking experience, while spotlighting women who continue to move Queens forward. Past honorees will be recognized as ICONs, with additional opportunities to highlight emerging leaders as Power Women RISINGs.
Guests will enjoy the Ultimate Networking cocktail party and high-energy awards celebration designed to foster connection, inspiration, and collaboration among Queens’ most accomplished professionals.
Schneps Media, the largest local media company in New York, has spent more than three decades recognizing excellence through its Power Women and Power List series, honoring individuals whose leadership creates lasting impact in their communities.
Nominations are open and tickets are now available.
For those looking to expand their professional network, celebrate influential women, and be part of one of Queens’ most anticipated leadership events, Power Women of Queens is not to be missed. Visit PowerWomenQNS.com for more information and reach out to Toni Cimino, VP Corporate Events at TCimino@SchnepsMedia.com.
2026 Power Women of Queens
- Mistress of Ceremonies – Monica Morales, Emmy Award Winning Reporter, PIX11
- Debra Alexander, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, Episcopal Health Services
- Bridgitte Allen, Office Manager, JFK Redevelopment Community Information Center
Dr. Janice Krystal Ascencio, Director of Ambulatory Women’s Health, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center - Ali Bardeguez, Gunnery Sergeant, Paws of War
- Teagan Brown, Community Outreach Coordinator, Maspeth Federal Savings
- Karen H. Charrington, Esq., Founder, The Charrington Firm, P.C.
- Youth Empowerment Award – Ramona Ciobanu, Director, Soccer Kids NYC
- Tehra Coles, Executive Director, Center for Family Representation
- Luchia Dragosh, Emmy-Nominated Producer, Director & Supervising Producer, Queens Public Communications Corp. (QPTV)
- Power Team Award – Jade Duncan, Chief Operating Officer, The Nourish Spot Inc.
- Jeehae Fischer, Executive Director, KAFSC (Korean American Family Service Center)
- Ms. Eyeri Gonzalez, Owner & Executive Director, Early Bird Educational Centers
- Veronica Gordon, Mortgage Loan Originator, Meadowbrook Financial Mortgage Brokers, Corp.
- Madeline Johnson, Emmy-Nominated Producer, Director & Community Relations Coordinator, Queens Public Communications Corp. (QPTV)
- Power Team Award – Dawn Kelly, Founder & CEO, The Nourish Spot Inc.
- Dimitra Les, Director of Human Resources & Office Manager, The Black Car Fund
- Excellence in Education Award – Christine Mangino, President, Queensborough Community College, CUNY
- Workforce Impact Award – Nancy Martinez, Executive Director, New York Career Training School, LLC
- Roslyn Nieves, Emmy-Nominated Producer, Director & Reporter, Queens Public Communications Corp. (QPTV)
- Noran Omar, Emmy-Nominated Producer & Video Journalist, Queens Public Communications Corp. (QPTV)
- Blanca J. Ramirez, President and CEO, Comunilife
- Sara Rennert, Executive Director, Ridgewood YMCA
- Community Advancement Award – Patricia Robinson, Chief Administrative Officer, Greater Jamaica Development Corporation
- Social Entrepreneurship Award – Dianna Rose, Principal, Dianna Rose & Associates
- Visionary Vanguard Award – Michelle Stoddart, Senior Vice President of Community Development and Public Affairs, Resorts World New York City
- Natasha Lelia Turner, ACE, Project Management – JFK Redevelopment Program, The Port Authority of NY & NJ
- Family Legacy Award – The Vallone Family
- Cecilia Venosta-Wiygul, Executive Director, Center for the Women of New York
- Tiffany Victoria, Founder, The Victorious Foundation & Victorious Consulting NY LLC
- Angela Wambugu Cobb, Vice President for Institutional Advancement, SUNY Old Westbury
- Woman in Aviation Award – Palmina Whelan, Capital Program Director, The New Terminal One at JFK
- Natasha Wilson, Founder & CEO, NOW Production
- LaShea Woodson, Director of Operations, Connective Strategies Associates Inc.
Simone L. Yearwood, Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities, Queens College - Linlin Zhang, Business, Financial and Employee Services Manager, Queens Public Communications Corp. (QPTV)
- Eileen Yingling Zhang, CEO, Advanced-Integrity Wealth Strategies Inc.
