Since its inception 30 years ago, Power Women of Queens, this year presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, has recognized thousands of women for their extraordinary contributions and built a network for continuous growth.
On Thursday, Feb. 29, Schneps Media celebrated the anniversary of the impactful networking event at Terrace on the Park in Corona. Over 550 attendees gathered to celebrate the women who received an award this year, many of them past recipients who paved the way for their other women in their respective industries.
Victoria Schneps, the President of Schneps Media, started the company with just one newspaper, The Queens Courier, in her living room over 35 years ago. Since then, the company has grown to encompass 90 different publications covering local communities across NYC, Long Island, Philadelphia and Palm Beach, Florida.
Thursday’s anniversary event was a grand celebration.
Rob Suarez, the Assistant Vice President of Community Development at Bethpage Federal Credit Union, the presenting sponsor of the evening, conveyed, “Bethpage Federal Credit Union is immensely proud and honored to be part of such a significant event.”
“Collaborating with Schneps Media has been a remarkable journey. It has enabled us to truly align our values as a financial institution with our commitment to giving back to the communities we serve. This partnership not only enhances our community engagement efforts but also strengthens our resolve to make a meaningful impact,” he added.
Bethpage Federal Credit Union was thrilled to honor one of their own, Chelsea De Leon Business Development Relationship Manager – New Relationships. She was joined by her mother, family, friends and colleagues.
In honor of the milestone which fell on the eve of Women’s History Month, Power Women nominated in the past returned this year as ICONS. Some paid it forward by nominating a RISING woman, who is a woman on an upward trajectory in their careers.
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