Prior to her work in the non-profit sector, Rosemary Lavagnino was one of the first women in the securities industry to rise to the rank of Vice President specializing in investments. After serving on NHCAC’s Board of Directors for 8 years, she was appointed in 2006 to direct and coordinate the administrative functions and operations of 10 social service programs. Rosemary is a member of Hudson County’s Human Services Advisory Council and also the Treasurer of the corporate Foundation. She has 22 years of experience in the governance of her community as an elected official and the recipient of several awards for lifetime commitment and leadership in business, government and volunteer services. She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Literature and graduate study in accounting and economics. Rosemary believes there is no greater privilege than assisting others attain self-sufficiency in their lives.