Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Linda Armyn, President and CEO of Bethpage Federal Credit Union, will be the corporate honoree at Mount Sinai South Nassau’s 2024 Soirée Under the Stars fundraising gala, held on Nov. 9, at The Lannin in Eisenhower Park. The funds raised will support the hospital’s Cancer Programs.
The hospital will also honor Dr. Shahriyour Andaz, director of Thoracic Oncology, and Shaeda Alloo, a veteran respiratory therapist. Dr. Andaz will receive the Mary Pearson Award, recognizing his leadership in lung cancer care. Ms. Alloo, who served on the frontlines during the Covid-19 pandemic, will be presented with the Cupola Award for her dedication to patient care.
“Dr. Andaz is the epitome of a compassionate, expert, skilled physician,” said Dr. Adhi Sharma,Mount Sinai South Nassau’s President. “Ms. Alloo inspires others through her professionalism, enthusiasm, and dedication to the vision and mission of Mount Sinai South Nassau. They both exhibit deep concern, compassion, and the utmost respect for their patients. These honors were established for staff members like Dr. Andaz and Ms. Alloo.”
Andaz, Director of Thoracic Oncology, who has led the hospital’s efforts to combat lung cancer, and Shaeda Alloo, a veteran respiratory therapist who served during the Covid-19 pandemic, also will be honored. They will be presented with the hospital’s Mary Pearson and Cupola awards, respectively. Armyn has been instrumental in Bethpage’s community efforts, including the hospital’s Truth in Medicine public health poll, which gauges public awareness on health topics.
“Bethpage and Ms. Armyn have been essential partners of Mount Sinai South Nassau’s public health education initiatives and projects, including the hospital’s ‘Truth in Medicine’ public health poll,” Sharma said. “Our collaboration with Bethpage in public health education has enhanced the health and wellness of thousands of Long Island families and residents.”
Armyn is the first woman to be named President and Chief Executive Officer of Bethpage. A leader throughout Long Island and the credit union industry, she has played an integral role in Bethpage’s strategic growth and brand development. Since 2001, through various leadership roles, Armyn has helped Bethpage grow from $1.1 billion to more than $13 billion in assets. She played an integral role in two mergers that led to Bethpage’s open charter in 2016. Today, Bethpage is the 15th largest credit union in the nation.
With a focus on collaboration and innovation, Armyn developed Bethpage’s comprehensive community engagement efforts, known as Bethpage Cares. Each year, the credit union invests more than $2 million through its charitable giving arm, and its employees contribute 6,000 hours of volunteer work. Armyn is Co-Chair of the Long Island Regional Economic Development Council, a member of the New York State Parks Commission on Long Island, and Vice Chair of the Stony Brook University President’s Council, and serves on several not-for-profit boards and trade association committees.
This year’s Soiree will include an expanded cocktail reception starting at 6:30 pm and a sit-down dinner that will feature an array of food choices, unlimited top-shelf open bar, passed hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to mingle with the hospital’s key supporters, staff, board leadership, and administration.
The evening also will include dancing to music from a 10-piece live band and a live auction at which attendees can bid on tickets to the 2025 Ryder Cup at the Bethpage Black golf course in Farmingdale. To learn more about the Soirée, purchase tickets, or support the event as a sponsor, call Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Development office at 516-377-5360.
