email: sgutierrez@wbecmetrony.org Certification Coordinator | WBEC Metro NYSharon Gutierrez As Certification Coordinator, Sharon Gutierrez helps to process the WBENC certification applications, helping applicants through the certification process. Sharon holds an MBA degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from College of Mount Saint Vincent. Before joining the WBEC Metro…

email: kberkheiser@wbecmetrony.org Senior Manager, Certification and Sourcing | WBEC Metro NYKyra Berkheiser Kyra Berkheiser is the Senior Manager, Certification and Sourcing for WBEC Metro NY where she leads her team in guiding applicants through the certification process and provides accurate and comprehensive sourcing to corporate partners. She is proficient in process improvement and has created…

email: dparker@wbecgreaterdmv.org Director, WBE Services and Engagement | WBEC Greater DMVDeena Parker As Director of WBE Services and Engagement, Deena Parker leads strategic efforts to foster the growth, retention, and active participation of women business enterprises (WBEs) across the region. She collaborates closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure engagement strategies align with…

email: aramos@wbecmetrony.org Senior Manager, Learning and Development Programs | WBEC Metro NYAna Ramos Ana Ramos is the Senior Manager of Learning and Development Programs at WBEC Metro NY, where she leads the design, execution, and enhancement of innovative leadership and professional development initiatives for women business enterprises. In this role, Ana ensures programs are strategically…

email: vfoster@wbecgreaterdmv.org LinkedIn Manager, Communication & Special Programs | WBEC Greater DMVVanessa Foster Vanessa Foster is the Communications & Special Programs Manager at WBEC Greater DMV, where she champions the growth and success of women business owners across the region. Since joining the organization in 2021, she has served in several roles—including Certification Coordinator and…

email: pgaeta@wbecnydmv.org Director of OperationsPatrick Gaeta As Director of Operations for WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV, Patrick Gaeta provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, and alignment of organizational activities. In this role, Patrick oversees the Programs and Business Development Team and works closely with senior leadership to drive key initiatives,…

email: sdemizio@wbecnydmv.org Director of ProgrammingStephanie DeMizio As Director of Programming for WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV, Stephanie DeMizio is responsible for the strategy, innovation, and delivery of programming for our WBEs and corporate partners, expanding our organization’s reach and impact. Specializing in professional development, Stephanie is a mission-driven leader with extensive, cross-industry experience in…

email: ljoseph@wbecnydmv.org LinkedIn Chief Operating OfficerLeandra Joseph As Chief Operating Officer of WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV, Leandra Joseph drives the organization’s operational excellence through optimizing business processes, enhancing productivity, and leading cross-functional teams, Leandra excels in creating and implementing innovative solutions that align with organizational goals while fostering a collaborative work environment. Working…