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<\/p>\nMIDDLETOWN, N.Y., March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orange Bank & Trust Company proudly hosted its second annual Bronx Women in Business event recently, an initiative created to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and leadership of women throughout the Bronx business community. Founded by Vanessa Baijnauth, Branch Manager of the Bank\u2019s Williamsbridge Road office, along with the dedicated Bronx Women in Business Committee, the event continues to serve as a dynamic platform for empowering women and fostering meaningful professional connections.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s gathering brought together local leaders, entrepreneurs, and community advocates for an evening of inspiration and recognition. Guests heard from keynote speaker Melissa Avil\u00e9s\u2011Ramos, former Chancellor of NYC Public Schools, whose address, \u201cWalking in Your Purpose,\u201d highlighted the importance of leading with intention, embracing personal strengths, and uplifting others through service. Her message resonated strongly with attendees and reflected the core values of the Bronx Women in Business initiative.<\/p>\n
\u201cEach year, this event grows in impact because the women of the Bronx continue to lead with extraordinary vision and heart,\u201d said Baijnauth. \u201cWe are honored to create a space where women can celebrate one another\u2019s success, share their experiences, and build connections that strengthen our community.\u201d<\/p>\n
Orange Bank & Trust Company President, Michael Gilfeather, expressed the Bank\u2019s continued commitment to supporting women in business, noting that initiatives like Bronx Women in Business align with the Bank\u2019s long\u2011standing mission to champion local leadership and invest in the communities it serves.<\/p>\n
The evening brought together a diverse cross\u2011section of the Bronx, reflecting the depth of talent and the spirit of collaboration that define the borough. Through storytelling, recognition, and shared dialogue, the event underscored the importance of women supporting one another and highlighted the Bank\u2019s dedication to fostering environments where women can thrive personally and professionally.\n\t\t<\/p>\n
About Orange Bank & Trust Company
Orange\u00a0Bank\u00a0& Trust Company is the Hudson Valley\u2019s premier financial institution focusing on commercial lending, business\u00a0banking, payment processing and wealth management services. For more than 133 years,\u00a0Orange\u00a0Bank\u00a0& Trust Company has been an economic engine of the community, with more than $2.7 billion in assets and playing a vital role in increasing opportunities for local businesses, creating jobs for generations of residents, spurring region-defining developments, and maximizing investments to neighborhood-serving non-profits. The\u00a0Bank\u00a0is regularly recognized as one of New York\u2019s top places to work.<\/p>\n
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Front Row L-R: Laura Guerriero, Publisher, The Bronx Times; Elizabeth Figueroa, AVP for Community Relations, The New York Botanical Gardens; Olga Luz Tirado, President, O Communications & Solutions and Board Member, Orange Bank & Trust Company; Anna Vincenty, Community Liaison\/Special Projects, Nos Quedamos, Inc.; Vanessa Baijnauth, VP\/Relationship Manager, Orange Bank & Trust Company; Back Row L-R: Senator Nathalia Fernandez; Detective Kandice Hall; Rachel Batista-McChain, CEO & Founder, Paralegals FTC, Inc.; Angela Colon, Partner, Lemle & Wolff Companies; Anivelca Cordova, Principal, Lemle & Wolff Companies; Swannie Batista, President & Founder, Paralegals FTC, Inc.; Zelda Strong-Diaz, Auditor, NYS Office of Medicaid Inspector General<\/p>\n
Contact: Candice Varetoni VP Marketing Officer Orange Bank & Trust Company cvaretoni@orangebanktrust.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/NewsRoom\/AttachmentNg\/d09451ac-eb58-48e0-b820-1e48785af6b8<\/a>\n\t\t<\/p>\n
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