Chamber Board
Chamber Board of Directors
Cheryl Fajardo
President
Expanse FT
Sr. Vice President
Proud Member of the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce since 2007.
President of the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce since 1.23.2025
Co-Chair of Benevolence Committee
Proud Board Member of the Nassau County Council of Chambers since 1.01.2023
Winner of the 2015 Greater New Hype Park Small Business Person of the YEAR.
Blank Slate Media 2024 Top Business Leader of Nassau County
Advisory Council for the Academy of Finance Program at New Hyde Park Memorial High School.
President of the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce since 1.23.2025
Co-Chair of Benevolence Committee
Proud Board Member of the Nassau County Council of Chambers since 1.01.2023
Winner of the 2015 Greater New Hype Park Small Business Person of the YEAR.
Blank Slate Media 2024 Top Business Leader of Nassau County
Advisory Council for the Academy of Finance Program at New Hyde Park Memorial High School.
Dean Lykos
1st Vice President
City Line Florist
Dean Lykos is a 3rd generation Co-Owner of family owned and operated City Line Florist. City Line Florist has been an incorporated business in New Hyde Park since 1961. Dean was one of three florists selected from New York State to design floral arrangements in Washington D.C. for the Presidential Inauguration in 2005. Dean is a member of many local organizations, most prominently the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Dean served as a Past President, and Trustee of New Hyde Park/No. Shore Lodge #2107, and also served one term as Vice President of the New York State Elks Association. "I am very proud to do my part in keeping New Hyde Park businesses viable. New Hyde Park is very unique in its perfect blend of commerce, benevolence, family, and community".
Richard DeMartino
2nd Vice President / Past President
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 120
Past President NHP Chamber of Commerce
Commander VFW Post 120
Vice President Herricks Community Fund
Advisory Board Member - Academy of Finance NHP Memorial H.S.
Retired from the Banking Industry
Commander VFW Post 120
Vice President Herricks Community Fund
Advisory Board Member - Academy of Finance NHP Memorial H.S.
Retired from the Banking Industry
Zaleena Schooler
3rd Vice-President
American Community Bank
AVP Branch Manager
Zaleena Schooler is the Assistant Vice President Branch Manager at American Community Bank in New Hyde Park with 10+ years of experience. Proficient in all aspects of bank management and operation including customer service, staff coordinating and product sales. Dedicated to effective and innovative management techniques to ensure the success of the branch. She enjoys contributing her time, resources and efforts to improve the well-being of the people in her community.
Norma Steele
Secretary
Colonial Voluntary Benefit
Agency Development Manager
As an Agency Development Manager (ADM) at Colonial Voluntary Benefits/Paul Revere specializing in supplemental benefits, I help employers navigate their employee benefits that are faced with challenges to secure coverage that adapts to today's evolving work landscape.
I manage all aspects of the voluntary benefits, recruiting, interviews, provides 1:1 coaching and development, leads joint field work for the district and supports the onboarding and training of new agents.
I partner with insurance brokers to help streamline their benefits package, reducing time by fifty percent, whether by using our state-of-the-art enrollment technology.
Norma and her team's main focuses are on relationship with clients and customer service. We assist employers manage the complex issues related to their claims.
I am passionate about educating myself on the evolving trends of the insurance industry. I enjoy promoting and advocating for the businesses in the community.
Bianca O'Brien, CLF, CLTC, LUTCF
Director
New York Life Insurance Company (Bianca O'Brien)
Managing Partner
Bianca is the Managing Partner of New York Life Insurance Company at the Nassau General Office. In this role, Bianca recruits financial professionals and leads a team of top Million Dollar Round Table Advisors, Agents and Managers.
New York Life agents provide financial guidance for individuals, business owners and families. Bianca is a proven leader at New York Life for over 30 years and has grown her team exponentially. Her team provides clients with exceptional service and solutions including life insurance, long term care insurance, disability income insurance, retirement planning, college planning, estate planning*, and business benefit solutions.
In 2023, Bianca led her team to earn 7 National Trophies for best in sales, retention, insurance solutions and recruiting, including the prestigious President’s Trophy for the best overall growth.
If you are looking for a career as a financial professional or interested in the Accelerate Path to Management program, please contact Bianca O’Brien at 516-354-5880.
The Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), The Premier Association of Financial Professionals, is recognized globally as the standard of excellence for life insurance sales performance in the insurance and financial services industry.
The Accelerated Path to Management program has eligibility requirements. Agents must meet specific sales production, licensing, and other approval requirements before transitioning to management positions.
New York Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Neither New York Life Insurance Company, nor its agents, provides tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.
New York Life agents provide financial guidance for individuals, business owners and families. Bianca is a proven leader at New York Life for over 30 years and has grown her team exponentially. Her team provides clients with exceptional service and solutions including life insurance, long term care insurance, disability income insurance, retirement planning, college planning, estate planning*, and business benefit solutions.
In 2023, Bianca led her team to earn 7 National Trophies for best in sales, retention, insurance solutions and recruiting, including the prestigious President’s Trophy for the best overall growth.
If you are looking for a career as a financial professional or interested in the Accelerate Path to Management program, please contact Bianca O’Brien at 516-354-5880.
The Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), The Premier Association of Financial Professionals, is recognized globally as the standard of excellence for life insurance sales performance in the insurance and financial services industry.
The Accelerated Path to Management program has eligibility requirements. Agents must meet specific sales production, licensing, and other approval requirements before transitioning to management positions.
New York Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Neither New York Life Insurance Company, nor its agents, provides tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professional before making any decisions.
Devika George
Director
Trinity Lutheran Church
Devika George Trinity Lutheran Church Events & Fund Raiser Co-ordinator Charity Organizer and Liasion Personnel Advantage Care Physician Care Team Associate 1 Events & Culture Co ordinator -Internal - Valley Stream Awarded the Diversity Equity & Inclusion Award - 2023 I am a community conscious woman. I uitize my gifts to serve and to ensure the prosperity of all organizations I am a part of. My years in the Healthcare Industry and the Church Community have furthered intensified and enriched my desire to see communities thrive and to become. I am always eager and ready to serve and to lend my skill set to support all sectors within the community.
Donna Pagano
Immediate Past President
Traveling With Donna Inc.
Travel Specialist
President of the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce. I have been in the NHP Chamber since 2006.. I have lived in New Hyde Park over 50 years. I opened my own agency February 2013.
I have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry. Whether you are traveling with family, friends, significant other or on your own, I will work with you to plan your perfect vacation filled with lasting memories. I am an ASTA Verified Agent. Call or email me for an appointment.
I have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry. Whether you are traveling with family, friends, significant other or on your own, I will work with you to plan your perfect vacation filled with lasting memories. I am an ASTA Verified Agent. Call or email me for an appointment.
Ed Stone
Director
Ed Stone Photography
The Official Photographer for the Greater New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce. Commercial Photography specializing in school music festival events including bands, orchestras, choirs and jazz bands in New York, Connecticut, Washington, Illinois, Tennessee and Kentucky.
Musical event photographers for NYSSMA (New York State Music Association), NYSBDA (New York State Band Directors' Association) and ACDA (American Choral Directors Association).
We have also done specialty photography for the U.S. Marines at Parris Island and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary during Fleet Week and other training operations.
Musical event photographers for NYSSMA (New York State Music Association), NYSBDA (New York State Band Directors' Association) and ACDA (American Choral Directors Association).
We have also done specialty photography for the U.S. Marines at Parris Island and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary during Fleet Week and other training operations.
Frank Miranda
Director
Inspirational Author and Speaker
Author and speaker Frank Miranda illustrates how anyone can change their life for the better. This inspirational work will take you on the author’s journey to overcome negativity and evolve to your divine purpose.
He is currently a Technical Project Manager after being in IT for over 20 years, served as a School Board Trustee for 7 years and is Member of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the Village of New Hyde Park for 25 years.
After growing up in a negative dysfunctional home which has awaken him on his enlightening journey of peace, success and good loving relationships. With over 30 years of spiritual and scientific research and now a published inspirational author he shares his story of all the challenges and obstacles he overcame to become a patient, happy, loving human being which he wishes to share to help those who may have gone through similar circumstances.
Jeanette Frisina
Director / Past President
Market Place Publications
Owner
Jeanette Frisina and Market Place Publications
Advertise direct to every home in New Hyde Park and surrounding communities.
Display Ads • Classified Ads • Email Marketing • Banner and Website Ads • Flyer & Menu Delivery
• Doorhanger Delivery.
Market Place is a popular weekly shopping paper, established 28 years and serves communities in Central and Western Nassau County.
Bringing buyers and sellers together is what Market Place Publications does best while providing welcomed info to our readers. Jeanette's expertise is in helping small businesses develop and increase their business through creative, yet practical and affordable advertising campaigns.
Call for a no obligation, free consultation.
Bringing buyers and sellers together is what Market Place Publications does best while providing welcomed info to our readers. Jeanette's expertise is in helping small businesses develop and increase their business through creative, yet practical and affordable advertising campaigns.
Call for a no obligation, free consultation.
Paul Terry
Director
Paul Terry Productions, LLC
Mr.
Hi, I’m Paul Terry, the owner of Paul Terry Productions. I specialize in high-quality photography and professional filmmaking, focusing on product, portrait, food, and sports photography. I’m also an Eagle Scout and served as a volunteer firefighter and EMT for New Hyde Park for five years. Before pursuing my passion for photography, I worked in tech sales, selling AI software to hospital executives and ad tech software to digital publishing executives. With a degree in economics from Baruch College, I’m excited to bring my diverse background and creative expertise to the New Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce and look forward to connecting with fellow members.
Peter Caputo
Director/ Past President
ERA Caputo Realty
Owner/Broker/Manager
Hi, I’m Peter Caputo, Broker/Owner of ERA Caputo Realty. We’re not just another brokerage—we’re a powerhouse team backed by ERA’s legacy and Compass’s cutting-edge tech and marketing. The market is shifting, and opportunity is knocking. We’re gearing up for a surge, and I’m looking for driven, entrepreneurial agents who want to be part of something bigger.
If you’re ready to elevate your business, get more listings, and close more deals with the support of two industry giants—ERA and Compass—then let’s talk. We’re building a team of top-tier professionals who want to grow fast, work smart, and win big. The next wave is coming. Ride it with us.
If you’re ready to elevate your business, get more listings, and close more deals with the support of two industry giants—ERA and Compass—then let’s talk. We’re building a team of top-tier professionals who want to grow fast, work smart, and win big. The next wave is coming. Ride it with us.
Richard Basulto
Director
Eagle Strategies LLC - Financial Advisor New York Life Insurance Company Richard Basulto - Agent
As a financial advisor for Eagle Strategies, a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company, I specialize in providing personalized advisory services and financial solutions to meet the needs of clients like you. Working together, we’ll develop a comprehensive approach that addresses today’s needs, tomorrow’s goals, and helps transfer wealth to the next generation.
Rosanne Spinner
Director
Rosanne Spinner, CHHC Holistic Health Coach
Holistic Health Coach, Certified Teacher-Face Yoga Method, Laughter Wellness Facilitator, Color Therapy Practitioner
I am a board-certified holistic health coach. I'm a certified teacher of the Face Yoga Method, certified laughter wellness facilitator, color energy practitioner, and Level 2 USUI Reiki practitioner, Level 2 Qigong practitioner, and now Certified Brain Longevity Specialist. Visit my website at www.RosanneSpinner.com for further information on the three paths to holistic wellness that I offer.
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Smitha Lukose-Khan
Director
Flushing Bank
VP Branch Manager | New Hyde Park
Flushing Bank serves consumers, not-for-profits, businesses, professionals, corporate clients, and public entities by offering a full complement of deposit, loan, equipment finance, and cash management services through its banking offices located in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and on Long Island. As a leader in real estate lending, the Bank’s experienced lending teams create mortgage solutions for real estate owners and property managers.
At the heart of our community-based approach to banking relationships is the philosophy that we are “Small enough to know you. Large enough to help you.” We offer the products, services, and conveniences associated with large commercial banks combined with the personalized, relationship-based attention you would expect from a community bank. As a community-focused organization that has distinguished itself as a leader in serving multicultural neighborhoods, we are proud to sponsor cultural and charitable events throughout our markets.
At the heart of our community-based approach to banking relationships is the philosophy that we are “Small enough to know you. Large enough to help you.” We offer the products, services, and conveniences associated with large commercial banks combined with the personalized, relationship-based attention you would expect from a community bank. As a community-focused organization that has distinguished itself as a leader in serving multicultural neighborhoods, we are proud to sponsor cultural and charitable events throughout our markets.
Sunil Baboeram
Director
Keller Williams Legendary
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
My name is Sunil and I'm a realtor associated with Keller Williams Legendary. I'm trustworthy and honest. Buying, selling or renting can be frustrating, that's why I'm here to represent your interest in a transaction, help you find the right property, either selling, buying or even renting. Negotiating on your behalf, guide you through the entire process, step by step so that you could understand the process and be satisfied. Why go with me? I'm the best in understanding your needs. I will fight for the best interest till the end.
