We are proud to honor Joan McDonald, Westchester County’s Director of Operations, with this year’s Al DelBello Visionary Award.   Throughout her distinguished career, Joan has advanced Westchester’s economic vitality, strengthened its infrastructure, and guided the region through pivotal challenges with foresight and collaboration. From overseeing the County’s pandemic response to spearheading innovative development, housing, and transportation initiatives to managing the County’s multi-billion-dollar budget, Joan exemplifies an enduring commitment to making our region stronger and more resilient. Her impact perfectly reflects the spirit of this award, carrying forward Al DelBello’s dedication to a better, more viable community.

We are proud to honor Steve Wrabel, Partner at McCullough, Goldberger & Staudt, LLP, with this year’s New Leader Trailblazer Award.   Steve has established himself as a trusted advocate for smart growth and development in Westchester. Beyond his legal work, he is dedicated to mentoring the next generation and giving back through community engagement, shaping the future of our region.