Excellence Awards Announce 2025 Winners For Northeast USA: Celebrating Leadership And Innovation In A Dynamic Region
Redefining Leadership in the Northeast
From New York to Boston, and from Philadelphia to Hartford - this year's honorees embody the pioneering spirit of leadership in a region renowned for finance, healthcare, technology, and education. These CEOs are not just adapting to change; they are actively shaping the future.
In the Northeast, awardees are leading advancements in digital health, AI adoption, financial innovation, and community empowerment. They represent the unique blend of tradition and modernity that defines the region - balancing legacy institutions with cutting-edge transformation.
“Whether in Manhattan boardrooms or university innovation labs, today's CEOs are visionaries who create impact well beyond their industries.” – Dr Yasemin Yazan, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the Excellence Awards
CEO of the Year Awards Northeast USA 2025
Celebrating the Winners:
Adam Shaw – Visibility & Growth Management
Adam Yuro – Digital Transformation Strategy
Adrian White – Branding & Marketing Strategy
Alexander Tartakovsky – Cybersecurity
Alvion Legall – IT & Compliance for Accounting & Finance
Amie Potsic – Art Advisory & Curatorial Services
Amy Talipski – Addiction Treatment
Andrew Joploh – Grassroots Community Development
Angela Rose – Public Policy & Government Relations
Ariel Mizrahi – Wellness Cannabis Boutique
Aruna Dontabhaktuni – AI Regulatory Innovation
Ashley Dufresne – Styling & Body-Positive Experience
Basso Ghee – Business & Technology Leadership
Bikash Regmi – Family Healthcare Provider
Bill Hunter – Waste Management Innovation
Brandon Teixeira – Peer-Led Mental Health Support Networks
Brent Sauchuk – Reconstruction & Renovation Services
Brian Carlson – Literacy Advancement
Calvin Quallis – Men's Grooming & Lifestyle Products
Camille Jones – AI- & Robotics-Powered Manufacturing
Chanel Spencer – Student Empowerment
Clinton Minus – Leadership in Strategic Acquisition
Daniel Timco – Workplace Safety AI
Didier Dippe – Fund Structure Innovation
Donta Henson – Craft Spirits Leadership
Dr Gifty Ampaw – CEO of the Year Awards Northeast USA 2025
Dr Ian Wilkinson – IT Training & Consulting
Dr Lativah Greene – Home Health Care Franchise
Dr Nicole B. Simpson, CFP® – Leadership in Financial Empowerment
Dr Paul Miller – Education Equity
Eric Huang – AI Agent Economy Infrastructurer
Eric Zieger – Innovation in Glass & LED Technology
Ernest Shin – Oncology Innovation
Gary Olson – Sports Medicine AI Applications
Georgina Ogirri – Empowerment through Bold Jewelry Creations
Jane Alwis – Tea Import & Distribution
Jean Pierre Bassi Bikai – Consulting in Finance and Tax
Jen Martinelli – Innovation in Beauty & Community
John Muldoon – AI Training Innovation
John Nachlinger – Family Law & Conflict Mediation
Jonathan Ogurchak – Specialty Pharmacy
Joshua Crossney – Artist Management
Kaitlyn Tuson – Healthcare Marketing
Kenneth King – Veteran Empowerment
Kimberly Singletary – Branding & Strategic Communications
Louisa Gabriel – Personal Styling Training
Manuel Mohr – Neurobiotech Innovation
Marcie Black – Biosensor Technology
Moshe Fried – EdTech Innovation
Nicole Hemrick – Immigration Law Leadership
Nicole Polite – Staffing Solutions
Penda Howell – Digital Media Publisher
Raphaël Ognar – Oncology Biotech
Regnault Sanders – EdTech Innovation
Renata Spinks-McNeal – Cybersecurity Leadership
Rishi Zala – Solar Manufacturing & Infrastructure
Robert McDonald – Security Systems Leadership
Rodolfo Parra – Nursing & Rehabilitation Services
Shaneiree Dames – Leadership & Coaching
Shannon Aylesworth – Innovation in Care Coordination Technology
Shawn Pressley – Project Management
Stephen Chad Clubb – Financial Services
Steven Jenkins – Digital Health
Tara Bodine – Fractional HR & Coaching
Teresa Bembury – Luxury E-Commerce
Tiffany Prince – AI Leadership
Tina Aswani-Omprakash – Patient Education & Advocacy
Tina Guanting Qiu – Innovation in Retinal Disease Treatments
Tina Trapani – Credit Union & Banking Services
Tom Baker – Children's Empowerment Programs
Trinity Madison – Cannabis Tourism & Hospitality
Una Martone – Nonprofit Leadership Development
Vanessa Fath – Sustainable Wedding Fashion
Yolanda Edrington – Sexual Violence Prevention
Zahid Ali – Leadership in AI Driven Healthcare Technology
Each of these CEOs was nominated and selected following a merit-based review conducted by the Excellence Awards Nominations Team. Selections reflect measurable impact, innovation, and leadership excellence.
Global Visibility & Ongoing Impact
All awardees will be:
Showcased in the official Excellence Awards Magazine
Featured in the Hall of Fame A–Z Listing - a permanent digital archive celebrating leadership excellence across industries and geographies
Highlighted in our press releases and international communications, extending visibility to entrepreneurs, professionals, and a wider public audience
“Recognition is more than a moment - it's a platform for future impact. These leaders show us what the future of the Northeast, and the global economy, can look like.” – Mona Tenjo, Co-Editor-in-Chief
“The Excellence Awards highlight not only the milestones achieved but also the new possibilities leaders are creating every day.” – Almaz Andezion, Co-Editor-in-Chief
About the Excellence Awards
The Excellence Awards, hosted by Dr Yasemin Yazan LLC, recognise professionals and organisations across the world whose work exemplifies excellence, innovation, and impact. With a global reach and local relevance, each awards round focuses on specific regions and industries.
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