Laura Long has worked in HIV/AIDS prevention in various capacities since 1987.  Her main focus has been in the development of training programs directed at both people with or at risk for HIV/AIDS as well as professionals who work with at risk populations.  She has worked with almost every at risk population in New York City, including gay men, IVDU's, sex workers, and adolescents, holding jobs with The New York City Department of Health, Gay Mens Health Crisis, The Family Center, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine.  Her consulting work, again in program development and training, focuses on behavioral science and the psychological issues involved in practicing safer behavior and in taking meds.  Earlier in her career, she was instrumental in creating workplace and corporate training programs with the intention of keeping people with AIDS employed.
Her formal education includes a BA from Kenyon College in biology and an MS in human genetics/counseling from Sarah Lawrence College where she continues to teach in both the human genetics program and the health advocacy program.

Carol Fuoco has spent over 30 years the corporate sector, which includes working in Human Resources.  After a brief hiatus, she  managed the  Warren Tricomi Salon and Spa at Rockerfeller Center. She has donated her time to several different charities and causes. She is thrilled to be on the Board of Help Is On The Way Today and to be working with her nephew Joseph on such an important cause.

A first generation American, Cecilia credits her Hispanic heritage with instilling the strong values that have encouraged her as a mother and grandmother and attributes her success to the continued support of her family, friends and her rich culture. These propel her forward with pride and spirit in her career in banking and in her own entrepreneurial endeavor. Over the years, Cecilia has served as a mentor and role model to many.
With 22 years of banking experience and 7 years of marketing experience Cecilia has an eclectic skill set.  Cecilia began her banking career as a Teller and through the years she has accepted increasing challenges and responsibilities and is currently an Assistant Vice President, Store Manager for TD Bank (formerly Commerce Bank) “Americas Most Convenient Bank”, serving Ridgewood New York.  TD Bank, Cecilia feels “is truly a people’s bank not only for the conveniences and products offered, but because of the reputation for “excellent customer service”.  TD Bank has been the recipient of J.D.Powers and Associates “Highest in Customer Satisfaction in Small Business Banking” for four consecutive years.
Cecilia had left banking for 7 years and explored new challenges in the Marketing field, as a Project Manager/Team Lead for the Walter Karl Companies and Fala Direct Marketing.
Cecilia is also the owner of Patches of Art, a result of her lifelong dream of owning a business fueled by her creativity and artistic talent.  Patches of Art is a decorative painting firm specializing in Faux/Fantasy techniques, wall texturing and Murals.  Patches of Art allows Cecilia to express and develop her creative visions and talents while providing clients with environments that suit their unique needs.
Cecilia attended the Parsons School of Design, and graduated from Adelphi University with dual majors in Management Communications and HR management and has a Master’s degree in Management Information Systems.  Her company, Patches of Art has been featured in Long Island Woman, Long Island Business News, New Yorker, Newsday and Latin Long Island magazines. 
She is a board member, advisor and member of several business and community organizations dedicated to the advancement, and mentoring of minority and women owned businesses, scholastic recognition, and community outreach.

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