What Sets Great Businesses Apart: Meet Three Business Distinction Finalists
In this episode of Business Steps Up, HIA-LI President and CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with David Sterling, CEO of SterlingRisk; Aoifa O’Donnell, CEO of National EAP; and Eliud Custodio, CEO of Turn One Studio. These three finalists for HIA-LI’s 2026 Long Island Business Distinction Awards discuss their professional journeys, the work and values that define their organizations, the challenges and opportunities facing today’s business leaders, and what being recognized as a Business Distinction finalist means to them. They also share their perspectives on the leadership, innovation, and commitment to clients and community that set great businesses apart.
16 Aug 2026
From Classroom to Career: Building Long Island's Workforce
In this episode of Business Steps Up, HIA-LI President and CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Dr. Timothy Eagen, Superintendent of Kings Park Central School District; Dr. Edward Bonahue, President of Suffolk County Community College; and Rich Humann, P.E., President and CEO of H2M architects + engineers. They discuss how schools, colleges, and employers can work together to strengthen Long Island’s workforce, expand career awareness and work-based learning, develop essential workplace skills, and create stronger pathways from the classroom to meaningful careers.
11 May 2026
What Happens When Long Island Gets Older?
In this episode of Business Steps Up, HIA-LI President and CEO Terri Alessi-Miceli speaks with Stuart Almer, President and CEO of Gurwin Healthcare System. They discuss Long Island’s aging population, the growing need for senior housing and long-term care, healthcare workforce challenges, and Gurwin’s innovative approach to supporting older adults, caregivers, and families.
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