Board of Directors

Bonnie Ryan-Arrante, CPA

Chairperson, Treasurer

Bonnie is a long supporter of Bethany House, and an active member of the Rockville Centre community. She has built her career in accounting and finance, having started as a CPA with Deloitte focused on startups, and spending over 12 years with Silicon Valley Bank as a Director of their New York based venture lending practice. Most recently, Bonnie has spent time as a consultant for venture backed and growth companies leveraging her experience in banking, entrepreneurship, accounting and corporate relationship management. In addition to Bethany House, Bonnie sits on the Board of the Capital Foundation of New York, an affiliate of Upstate Capital with a focus on increasing education and access to capital for companies and entrepreneurs across the region. Bonnie is also an Executive Committee Member of the Technology and Entrepreneurship Council of Boston College increase access to capital for companies and entrepreneurs.Bonnie currently also sits on the East Coast Council of the Boston College Technology & Entrepreneurship Council, supporting the endeavor to make BC a leader in technology and provide networking, education and social opportunities for BC alumni in technology-related fields.

Ellen Furuya

Interim Vice Chairperson, Board Secretary

Ellen Furyua retired from PepsiCo in 2015 where she was Senior Director of Global Strategy and Insights. After retirement, she worked part-time at Hofstra University’s Center for STEM Research for four years, as a way to give back and learn about grants and grant management. She enjoyed bringing after school STEM to students, and was broadly exploring what direction she wanted to go next, when she was invited to join the board. Ellen has established, and currently serves as Chairperson, of the Bethany House Quality Improvement Committee.

Aleisha Garvin

Aleisha Garvin, LCSW, is a native Long Islander whose 35-year career in public service has centered on children, families, and underserved communities. Her experience across social welfare, mental health, and the justice system has shaped a longstanding commitment to connecting people with support and opportunity. Aleisha retired from Nassau County Government in March 2026 as Assistant Deputy Director and Commanding Officer of the Family Court Juvenile Division of the Nassau County Probation Department. Throughout her career, she supported culturally responsive services, community partnerships, and efforts to improve outcomes for young people and families. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Molloy College, now Molloy University, and her Master of Social Work from Fordham University. Her continued leadership development includes three fellowships at Georgetown University and completion of nonprofit leadership programs at Adelphi University and the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. Aleisha remains active in community service as a board member at large of the Molloy University Alumni Association and Legislative and Public Affairs Chair for the Long Island Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Her broader volunteer involvement reflects her commitment to women’s leadership, civic engagement, and stronger communities across Long Island. She also offers guidance focused on workforce development, community partnerships, and community engagement. As founder of Blue Pearl Gems LLC, she combines creativity and encouragement through handmade greeting cards and thoughtful gifts. Aleisha is pleased to join the Bethany House Board of Directors, bringing her experience supporting families, building community partnerships, and strengthening connections across Long Island.

Alex Lipton

Alex Lipton currently serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Unite Us, a technology company that makes it easier for government agencies, healthcare organizations, and community-based organizations to connect people to health and social care services in their communities. In his role, Alex advocates for policies that advance public health infrastructure and expand access to health and social care services. Prior to joining Unite Us, Alex worked as an attorney at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York and as a law clerk for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in San Francisco.

Gloria Grande Romanowski

Gloria has been a force in the real estate industry for 18 years, spending the last seven years at Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty. She has achieved an esteemed position as a member of the Gold Circle and the President's Dinner. A second-generation Long Islander, she has strong ties to the Rockville Centre community, having raised her children there, and values the town’s location, which is close to both the ocean and Manhattan. Gloria’s dedication to her profession is matched by her commitment to her community as a Facilities Committee member of Bethany House, a Board Member of the Phillips House Museum, and a member in good standing for LIBOR and NAR.

Jason Drucker

Jason Drucker is an accomplished CPA and business leader with more than 12 years of experience advising businesses on financial oversight, tax strategy, and compliance. Recently he was promoted to Head of Private Equity Tax at Aprio, where he leads a team serving middle-market and private equity-backed companies nationwide. Recognized for building trusted relationships with executives, guiding governance and financial strategy, and mentoring high-performing teams. Jason is committed to applying his financial expertise and leadership skills to strengthen non profit organizations that provide housing, family stability, and community support.

Janet DeLuca

Janet is an accomplished attorney with 30 years of experience in litigation, contract drafting, and real estate. Currently serving as Assistant Counsel at PSEG Long Island, Janet brings a wealth of legal expertise to her role, paired with a deep commitment to giving back to her community. Janet has a longstanding dedication to charitable work, demonstrated by her involvement as a board member of the Abilities Board of the Viscardi Center and her contributions to the Bethany House Development and Communications Committee. Through these roles, she has honed her skills in legal advising and fundraising, always aiming to create a positive impact.

Kerry Gillick Goldberg

Kerry has more than 25 years of experience in business development pertaining to apparel and non-profits, as well as public relations and cause-related marketing. Gillick-Goldberg is the principal of kggenterprises, where she transformed the merchandising and sales of the One is Greater Than None (1>0) charity from handmade bracelets to a fully licensed line of junior activewear, which was available at Bloomingdale’s, nationwide at independent stores and online; founded by teenage girls from Merrick, the charity raised money and social awareness to help children in need and resulted in the rescue and rehabilitation of 48 children enslaved in Ghana, Africa.

Kia Moore

Kia Moore is an attorney who resided in Bethany House with her family for a year when she was a teenager. She currently works as an Impartial Hearing Officer for the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings adjudicating cases pertaining to Special Education Services. Kia has had prosecutorial experience in two major cities and has in-depth knowledge of criminal law and rules of evidence. She has extensive experience in strategic planning and research. Kia also previously worked as an educator at the Ministry of Education in Guyana, South America.

Lisa King

Lisa is a media and communications professional who currently serves as the Vice President of MediaImpact. She is the Co-Chair of Bethany House’s Development and Communications Committee, and a longtime supporter of Bethany. Lisa is a vigorous advocate for the women and children served by Bethany House. She has established significant community ties for Bethany House with business leaders, elected officials and media outlets across Long Island. Lisa has extensive experience in the arts, and has taught in New York City schools.

Martin Baicker

Secretary
Martin “Marty” Baicker joined Bethany House in 2023, bringing with him more than 30 years of experience in managing non-profit organizations. In his current position as COO of Children’s Aid, he oversees projects from administrative and reporting procedures, to construction. Prior to joining Children’s Aid, Marty worked primarily in the healthcare sector, serving as Chief Administrator, COO, and Vice President for New York metropolitan area hospitals. A native of North Merrick, New York, Marty holds a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Empire State College and a master’s from New York University. He has served on the board of several nonprofits, and has donated his time and effort to promoting literacy across the country.

Renee Daniel Flagler

Renee Daniel Flagler is an award-winning nonprofit executive and visionary leader committed to advancing equity, opportunity, and transformative change for youth, women, and underserved communities. As President of the National CARES Mentoring Movement, a nationally recognized organization serving children living in poverty, she leads efforts to expand culturally anchored, trauma-informed mentoring and wellness initiatives designed to help young people thrive. Renee is also the founder of the Renee Daniel Flagler Scholarship, which invests in the next generation of leaders pursuing degrees in writing and social justice, and served as founding board chair of LEAP (Literacy Empowerment Action Project) Global, helping advance literacy, youth empowerment, and scholarship opportunities for students in Ghana, Africa. A former fellow of the National Nonprofit Executive Leadership Academy, Renee also holds a Certificate in Organizational and Community Leadership from Adelphi University’s Center for Nonprofit Leadership.

Robert “Bobby” Meyer

Robert “Bobby” Meyer currently serves as the Senior Director of Advancement Operations and Strategy at Regis High School in New York, NY. He brings 15 years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, donor engagement, and nonprofit leadership. Previously, he served as Senior Director of Philanthropy at Molloy University and held advancement leadership roles at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, and Fordham University. Bobby is committed to applying his fundraising and organizational expertise to support Bethany House’s work serving women and children. He also volunteers with the North Shore Kiwanis Club. He holds a bachelor's degree in communications and political science from Temple University and a Certificate in Family Development Leadership from the University of Connecticut.