Gary Cohen

Gary Cohen is a recent addition to the Board of Directors at Feeding Westchester, joining in March 2024.13 He brings a wealth of experience from both the business and philanthropic sectors to this role.

Professional Background

Gary Cohen has had an extensive career spanning various industries and organizations:

• Member of the Board of Trustees at Veea Inc. (since September 2024)3
• Chair of Strategic Advisors at CARBON Group Global (since June 2019)34
• Trustee on the Board of Trustees at Northwell Health (since 2021)4
• Former Executive Vice President at BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)2

Education

Cohen holds impressive academic credentials:

• MBA in Finance from New York University
• BS in Economics and Psychology from Union College1

Philanthropic Involvement

Gary Cohen has demonstrated a strong commitment to public health and community service:

• Board Member at Feeding Westchester (since March 2024)13
• Chair of the Community Board at Northern Westchester Hospital (previous role)15
• Member of Global Advisory Councils for the African Leadership University and African Leadership Academy1
• Director and Treasurer of Gift of Hope USA, supporting women and children affected by HIV/AIDS1
• Founder of the Rutgers Institute for Corporate Social Innovation2
• CEO and cofounder of Maternal Newborn Health Innovations (MNHI), a public benefit corporation2

Personal

Gary resides in Westchester County, New York, with his wife Lauren, who is the Founder and President of Gift of Hope USA. They have two grown children and four grandchildren.1

Through his diverse roles and experiences, Gary Cohen has consistently applied his business acumen to address significant public health challenges and contribute to social impact initiatives.