Comprised of local professionals who seek to raise funds, awareness, and resources for The Family Center, our Leadership Council offers New Yorkers an opportunity to serve the community while developing their professional skills.
This dynamic group develops initiatives that empower our clients. Each year the Leadership Council also organizes and hosts several major fundraising events. Members and participants serve as Family Center advocates to their corporate employers, who may be interested in supporting our programming. Leadership Council members also have the opportunity to participate in various volunteer outings with our families such as a picnic in the park, bowling, and holiday events.
Shamir Parmar, Co-Chair
Morgan Stanley
LC Member since 2019
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Anthony Piccirello, Co-Chair
TIAA
LC Member since 2018
Anthony was introduced to TFC through the Financial Empowerment Program partnership with BlackRock, which was established by LC member Michele Narbonne. Since then, Anthony has helped create content material and present workshops to attending TFC clients. He currently works as a Multi-Asset Investment Strategist at QS Investors and previously worked at BlackRock and BNP Paribas. Anthony graduated from Rutgers University and holds his CFA and CAIA designations.
Michele Narbonne, Co-Vice Chair
BlackRock
LC Member since 2017
Michele is a Brown University graduate, currently working as an analyst at BlackRock. Prior to receiving her Economics degree, she worked at Goldman Sachs as a summer analyst. Upon joining the group, Michele immediately delved into the Financial Empowerment Program by helping to create content and has become a tremendous agency advocate within her company. Michele was referred to TFC through Robin Hood's Board Placement Program.
Lauren Papa, Co-Vice Chair
Davidson Kemnper
LC Member since 2018
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Luke DiGiacobbe
Ares Management
LC Member since 2024
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Isabella Fiorita
BlackRock
LC Member since 2023
Isabella Fiorita is an Associate at BlackRock, working in the Aladdin Product Group. She focuses on strategy and product execution for Aladdin, an end-to-end investment management platform. Isabella has been a member of The Family Center’s Leadership Council for two years. She has contributed to building the Technology Empowerment curriculum, which aims to provide individuals with the tools and knowledge to use technology for their financial and physical well-being. She graduated from Lafayette College with a major in International Affairs, concentrating on Asia and specializing in economic development. Isabella is passionate about empowering people through technology and education. In her free time, Isabella is a huge NY Rangers fan and loves NYC’s modern art museums.
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Sydney Grissom
BlackRock
LC Member since 2023
Sydney holds a B.A. in Economics and Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh and currently works as an Associate in Global Product Solutions at BlackRock. On top of her role on the product team, Sydney also serves as a co-lead for her firm’s Black Professional Network (BPN). Born and raised in North Carolina, she previously worked as a Research Assistant at the Samuel Dubois Cook Center on Social Equity at Duke University. Public service has been an integral part of Sydney’s life since a young age and she is a passionate social advocate. Her favorite LC memory each year is preparing for the Family Center’s annual Holiday Party.
Ansley Galjour
Pariveda Solutions
LC Member since 2014
Ansley has been living in New York City for the past 5 years and got involved with The Family Center as a volunteer back in 2013. She is currently a Principal at Pariveda Solutions, a management and technology consulting firm. Originally hailing from Texas, she has been at Pariveda for 11 years where giving back to the local community is part of employee expectations. She has seen firsthand the benefits that The Family Center provides to the families and children in the New York area and is excited to be part of the Leadership Council.
Chuck Kelly
New York Life
LC Member since 2018
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Bonnie O'Callaghan
SnackMagic
LC Member since 2014
Bonnie has been a volunteer with The Family Center for over ten years. Introduced to the organization through an annual summer picnic, she joined the Leadership Council in 2014 and was co-chair of the TFC Harvest Ball in 2017. Bonnie is passionate about the work that The Family Center does because she knows the impact that the love and support from family has on the happiness and growth of a person.
Aaron Reeves
PwC
LC Member since 2024
Aaron joined the Family Center Leadership Council in the Summer of 2024 and has since helped create and lead technology empowerment workshops for clients. He currently works as a Strategy Consultant at PwC, focusing on technology, entertainment, and healthcare sectors. Previously, he worked in business development at the NBA. Aaron holds degrees from the University of South Carolina, Georgetown University, and NYU.
Jeremy Sahler
Jefferies
LC Member since 2023
Jeremy is an Equity Research associate covering software at Jefferies. Previously, Jeremy was a Derivatives and Treasury Operations Specialist at Millennium Management. At Jefferies, he is an active member of the BIPOC (J-NOBLE) and LGBTQ+ (jMOSAIC+) employee resource groups. He has contributed to The Family Center’s Holiday Party Toy Drive and looks forward to participating in the Financial and Technology Empowerment programs. Jeremy graduated from the Rutgers University Business School with a B.S. in Finance and holds the CFA designation.
Sarah Stone
Finsemble
LC Member since 2017
Sarah was an active volunteer with the annual The Family Center Toy Drives before joining the LC. She is the Head of Products at Finsemble. Sarah is a champion and mentor to young females entering technology and is considered a pioneer as a female coder. Sarah graduated with a BA in Mathematics from Boston College and a Masters in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from Stony Brook University. She also served as LC Co-Chair from 2018-2022.
Zach Weaver
PwC
LC Member since 2024
Zach is a corporate strategy consultant at Strategy& (part of PwC). Previously, Zach was a Vice President at SIFMA and his experience includes positions at the Bipartisan Policy Center, founded by four former U.S. Senate Majority Leaders, a DC-based think tank created by a former Director of the Congressional Budget Office, and roles with various small businesses and nonprofits. Zach is a graduate of the NYU Stern School of Business (MBA) and Ohio Wesleyan University (BA).
Jaida White
BlackRock
LC Member since 2018
Jaida has been an active supporter of the organization’s Holiday Party Toy Drive for many years. She brings over a decade of experience in financial analysis, business management, and strategic leadership within the financial services industry. Currently, Jaida serves as Vice President on the Marketing COO/Operations Team at BlackRock. Jaida is dedicated to driving positive change and is excited to contribute her expertise and commitment to The Family Center’s mission of empowering vulnerable New Yorkers.
Kathryn Wilson
LC Member since 2023
Kathryn Wilson is the Operations Manager of The Deerfield Foundation, overseeing the day-to-day activities and managing partnerships with new and existing grantees. Prior to Deerfield, Kathryn was an Executive Assistant at UBS and held Executive Administrative and Office Management positions at Rialto Capital Management, American Securities, Barclays, and Lehman Brothers. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration with dual majors in International Business and Marketing from Rochester Institute of Technology.
Julie Wright
Morgan Stanley
LC Member since 2019
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