Graduating from St. Sebastian’s Grammar School, Power Memorial Academy, and in 1961 from Iona, Kevin earned a master's degree from Seton Hall and an Ed.D. from Fordham University in 1998. 

Family has brought multiple blessings from mother Ellen and father Louis, brothers Tony and Mike, sister, Ellen, brother-in-law, Roy, nephew, Kevin, and nieces Laura, Cathleen and Beth, all alumni of Iona. And friends continue to bring energy and enrichment every day. Witnessing the magnificence of God’s earth through photography has been a special gift.  

Participating in the community life of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers and the Chrisitan Brothers’ Schools, especially at Iona, brings unique blessings and joy. The interactions of the Iona community students with one another, faculty, administration, and staff are deeply meaningful. 

“Teaching and education have been pure gifts from God. There has never been a moment since 1961 that I did not want to teach or work in education. I am most thankful for this joy-filled life as an Edmund Rice Christian Brother and as an educator,” reflects Brother Devlin.  

In December 1999, he was assigned to arrest Anthony Capo, a violent soldier in the DeCavalcante family, as part of a sweeping indictment. Not only did he safely execute the arrest, but he also achieved a historic breakthrough: persuading Capo to become the first made member in the family’s century-long history to cooperate with law enforcement. This unprecedented move triggered a domino effect of cooperation that ultimately led to the dismantling of the DeCavalcante family. In all, 71 defendants were convicted, 11 murders were solved, and seven trials transpired. As a result, Séamus and the team received the U.S. Attorney’s Office Director’s Award.

Following this six-year investigation, Séamus was promoted to lead Squad C-38, overseeing the Colombo crime family. Under his leadership, the squad dismantled the Colombos through a series of operations—including spearheading the largest Mafia takedown in FBI history. The Bonanno squad was later merged into C-38 under his command.

As Supervisor, Séamus oversaw investigations that led to the conviction of more than 200 defendants, the resolution of 20 murders, and nine successful trials—driven by relentless teamwork.

Throughout his career as an Agent and Supervisor, Séamus helped convict ten Mafia bosses, recover five bodies, and solve the murder of an NYPD officer. He was part of historic FBI teams that dismantled three organized crime families—an achievement no one else can claim.

In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the fight against organized crime, Séamus was invited to the White House in 2013, where he was personally commended by the President. His work has earned numerous honors, including:

• Service to America Medal Finalist

• Federal Executive Board Outstanding Supervisor Award

• NYPD Chief of Detectives Achievement Award

• Federal Law Enforcement Foundation Investigator of the Year

• FBI Medal of Excellence

• Irish Echo Top 50 Leader in Law Enforcement

· Commendations from the Italian National Police and Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA)

• Numerous citations from U.S. Attorney’s Offices of the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York

After completing his term as Supervisor in 2013, Séamus returned to casework, shifting to violent crime. He led the first-ever RICO indictment against a Mount Vernon street gang, resulting in its dismantlement. In 2016, he transitioned to white-collar, leading numerous fraud investigations until retiring from the FBI in 2019.

Currently, Séamus is the Global Head of Corporate Security for a major financial institution.

About Cathy McCabe '85

During a career spanning more than 30 years, McCabe has been a senior financial services executive who drove business results, ensured regulatory compliance, and optimized organizations. Known for her values-based leadership, McCabe pursued her passion for improving the financial lives of individuals and their families. Under her leadership, her team helped more than 1.5 million individuals achieve and exceed their financial goals. She was the executive sponsor of innovative TIAA financial literacy programs developed and delivered to serve the needs of diverse individuals and groups, including women, the Hispanic and Latino communities, and the LGBTQ+ community. McCabe comes from a long line of Iona graduates, including her parents and six older siblings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Iona, graduating summa cum laude. McCabe’s family established the Catherine H. ‘71MA and Hugh J. McCabe ’49 Endowed Scholarship in 2002. McCabe remains an active alumna of Iona. She served on the Women’s Advisory Board and was honored as part of Iona’s Women’s Legacy Fund, celebrating the 50th anniversary of women attending Iona. She is a member and Co-Chair of Iona’s Advisory Board for its Gaels Go Further Mentoring Program and is a current Mentor. McCabe is also a member and Co-Chair of the Major Donor Committee of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), leading the fight for the LGBTQ+ community. McCabe launched Cathy McCabe Coaching LLC and is currently a Life & Leadership Coach.About Deblina Jha '25MS

Deblina is a Couples and Family Therapist and the founder of SelfLoveApps.com , an emerging mental health and wellness platform dedicated to promoting self-love and strengthening relationships through accessible, technology-driven solutions. 

Jha is from India, a culturally responsive therapist, who integrates client's race, ethnicity, religion, culture, class, gender to relational clinical work with families and individuals aged 5 to 80 years. 

Jha earned my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Iona University, graduating in 2025. Jha is deeply committed to integrating therapeutic care with innovative digital tools to expand access to mental health support.

In her role, Victoria works closely with executive leadership to drive business development strategy, strengthen brand presence, and cultivate meaningful partnerships. She leads internal and external communications and is known for her relationship-driven approach, consistency, and ability to connect with people in a way that creates lasting impact. Victoria is deeply involved in the regional business and real estate community. She is an active member of the Westchester County Association and serves on the Next Gen Leadership Committee. She also serves as Co-Chair of the Women’s Leadership Initiative through ULI, where she is passionate about empowering women in the industry and is currently helping to plan and organize a mentorship initiative to support the next generation of leaders.

A proud graduate of Iona University, Victoria remains closely connected to her alma mater. She participates in the Gael Connect mentorship program and was recently featured as a guest on an Iona alumni podcast, where she shared insights on her career journey and professional growth. She has also been a guest on the Building & Realty Institute podcast. She is a former Chairperson of the Business Council of Westchester’s StarPower Program and a former member of the Building & Realty Institute, where she also served on the Board of Trustees.

Through her work with KINGS and the KINGS Charitable Foundation, Victoria is committed to giving back to the community. The organization’s initiatives include an annual Holiday Benefit, a Thanksgiving Turkey Drive distributing over 15,000 turkeys, and a Back-to-School Backpack Drive supporting hundreds of students and families in need.

Victoria has been recognized for her professional achievements and community impact. She was named a 2024 Women in Business honoree by 914INC. and a 2023 Millennial of the Year by Westfair Communications. In 2023, she was also honored with a Proclamation from the Westchester County Board of Legislators. Victoria brings a thoughtful, driven, and relationship-first approach to her work, continuing to build a career rooted in connection, growth, and impact that lasts.

BNY’s responsibilities span oversight of $58+ trillion in Assets Under Custody (AUC) and $2.1 trillion in Assets Under Management (AUM), ensuring operational excellence and technology-driven innovation across mission-critical financial platforms.

Sam is widely recognized for his strategic leadership in automation and AI-driven transformation initiatives.

He has spearheaded projects leveraging AI-powered solutions designed to enhance pricing integrity through autonomous multi-agent systems, significantly reducing manual workloads and improving data accuracy.

With over 25 years of experience in Financial Services technology, Sam has successfully led large-scale operations and complex IT programs for multi-billion-dollar global corporations. His expertise spans software development, quality engineering, and advanced automation frameworks, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and continuous improvement. He is known for building high-performing teams, driving innovation in pricing workflows, and implementing robust governance models to ensure compliance and quality standards.

Sam’s credentials include:- Master of Science in Information Systems from Stevens Institute of Technology ‘08- Bachelor of Business Administration from Iona University ‘02- ISTQB Certification. He is also a KPMG Board Readiness Fellow, a member of HITEC, and an Emerging Executive Program Fellow, Iona University Alumni Board Member and Advisory Board Member for the Gaels Go Further initiative at Iona, reflecting his commitment to leadership development, career sponsorship, and industry engagement.

Maz began his career at a small firm before joining a teamat the prestigious Lehman Brothers, where he developed a strong foundation intechnology and operations. As the owner and operator of a diverse portfolio ofcompanies, his entrepreneurial journey includes expanding, restructuring, andmodernizing multiple ventures, as well as investing in startups and newopportunities—always with a focus on building strong, long-term assets.

Today, Maz serves on the Advisory Board of the HynesInstitute at IONA University, remaining actively involved in mentorship, education, and entrepreneurship. Driven, growth-minded, and people-focused, he is passionate about leadership, entrepreneurship, and sharing real-worldinsights from building businesses, navigating challenges, and creating lasting impact.

Maz is a family man with two daughters. Aside from family,Maz has many hobbies, one of which is golf. Maz has learned a great work/life balance and does not let stress get in the way of living his best life.

She has guided global brands through digital reinvention, operational scaling, and successful exits. As Global President and Chief Content Officer at Refinery29, she drove business growth through strategic initiatives and new revenue channels.

Later, as CEO of the Miss Universe Organization, she modernized its digital presence and repositioned its franchise network—spanning 90 countries—for global expansion.A three-time Emmy Award winner, Amy has built businesses through storytelling, IP creation, and operational excellence for MTV, Vice, HBO, and the Travel Channel.

Today, she partners with high-growth ventures and family offices to drive brand evolution, strategic growth, and long-term value creation. Recognized by Variety, Campaign US, and NYWIFT for her innovative leadership, she is known for blending empathy and authenticity with sharp business acumen.

Her career began at Iona College, where early mornings on Metro-North to intern at The Rosie O’Donnell Show and longdays balancing academics set the foundation for a career defined by discipline and drive. Amy currently serves on the Alumni Board.

 Kathy believes that her baccalaureate and master’s degreesare in Psychology honed her ability to observe and describe behavior and analyze causes and remedies and that ability is a common theme throughout what can now be called her career.

Her professional experience has been varied and broad.  Her first professional job was as a claims representative at Social Security, an exposure to the human condition that hasstayed with her.

 She parlayed that experience to work an analyst in adifferent government agency that investigated allegations ofdiscrimination.  That job led her to work for a small NYS consulting firm hired to computerize the NYC municipalhospitals. 

She impressed one of her clients and was hired as one of the first hospital Budget Directors in that vast system as they worked to decentralize financial operations.  This was the beginning of a twenty-year career in healthcare management, including finance, planning, and operations improvements. 

With no education in any of this, Kathy educated herself along the way by attending as many programs as she could and reading lots of books.  As the user of the first desktop computer at her first hospital job, Kathy had tolearn by doing. 

Afterward, Kathy ran a small business consulting firm helping small businesses with financialmanagement, marketing, budgeting, and personnel matters. 

At the same time, she volunteered in her community, eventually serving as an elected official, including a term asMayor.

Currently, after being one of the founders of a hyperlocalonline newspaper, The Mamaroneck Observer, Kathy also serves as Executive Editor, reporter and photographer.

Matt, who was most recently honored by the American Business Association as Communications and PR Executive of the Year as well as PRDaily's Top Communicators of the Year, has served as a key force behind the growth of 5W for more than a decade. His leadership has driven both consistent year-over-year double digit growth for his teams as well as scaling the vision and service expertise of the overall agency as it has grown into a top 10 independently owned firm in the US.

A trusted advocate for his clients and his team, Matt has built an enviable team of experts, all of whom possess a deep understanding of the legacy structures and the forces of change that are driving today's revolution across all facets of the corporate and technology spaces.

He leads teams that are responsible for the reputation of some of the most sophisticated companies and visible public figures in the world, along with emerging brands and technologies that are making history. Under his leadership, 5W has launched and built new tech companies, enabled legacy organizations to cement their leadership in changing times, managed complex crisis matters and reputational issues for leading organizations, and driven campaigns for B2B and B2C companies across the digital landscape.

Matt holds a Bachelor's degree from Iona College and is an active board member of Little Baby Face Foundation, a non-profit with a mission to transform the lives of children born with debilitating facial deformities through world-class reconstructive surgery.

Throughout her career at the IBM Corporation, Maria held numerous technical leadership roles across IBM’s Software, Hardware and Services businesses: application development, project management, technical sales and services delivery. Maria’s key experiences include over 20 years as a manager of technical teams with experience delivering technical projects for clients across a variety of industries: Finance, Insurance, Healthcare and Public Sector.

Prior to that, Maria had an assignment as program manager within the Global Workforce Diversity organization focused on internal and external programs for the Hispanic constituency and Multicultural Women. Maria is a lifelong learner and earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Iona University and a Master of Science in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic University.

She also completed a Master of Business Administration at New York University in 2012.

Maria is passionate about encouraging people of all ages to pursue and succeed in technical roles. She is an avid volunteer and mentor to people around the world. She also has a passion for needlework, and since her retirement from IBM in July of 2024 has taken a more active role in developing those skills and experiences.

At the time of this recording, Lucille was serving as a Vice President on Prosek’s Paid, Digital & Analytics team, where she brought deep expertise in highly regulated industries. She helped clients bring digital strategies to life through paid social, content development, amplification, and project management. A natural storyteller, Lucille is known for her ability to communicate complex updates with clarity and impact.

Prior to joining Prosek, Lucille spent three years at Edelman in its Health practice, developing corporate, executive, and campaign-specific social and digital strategies, executing paid media campaigns, and launching new social properties. She began her career at Biosector 2, a Syneos Health company, where she managed social media and executive channels, drafted press releases, and secured media coverage.

Lucille remains actively engaged with Iona University. As a student, she was a member of Gamma Lambda Rho, serving as Vice President for a year. Since 2022, she has served on the Board of Trustees as the Young Adult Trustee and has been involved in the Gaels Go Further mentoring program since its inception. She is also pursuing her MBA at Boston College, with an expected graduation date of December 2025.

Stephen D. Semenza is a seasoned financial executive and entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in corporate finance, accounting, compliance, and strategic leadership. He is the founder and owner of The Pawfect Brew, a mission-driven coffee company based in New Rochelle, NY, that delivers specialty-grade, freshly roasted coffee while donating 25% of profits to local rescue organizations, including the Humane Society of Westchester and NY Pet Rescue.

Prior to launching The Pawfect Brew in 2024, Stephen served for 15 years as Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director at Evolution Markets Inc., where he oversaw global financial operations across the U.S. and U.K. His responsibilities included managing accounting, payroll, HR, regulatoryreporting, audits, foreign exchange exposure, and board-level financial communications. He was instrumental in optimizing cost efficiency, driving compliance initiatives, and maintaining the financial health of the firm’s multi-million-dollar operations.

Stephen’s earlier experience includes his role as VicePresident at Goldman Sachs, where he managed global accounting and reporting for equity-based compensation and led regulatory disclosures for public filings. He also held senior leadership roles as Controller at RyanBeck in Livingston, NJ and Hoenig Group in Rye Brook, NY.

Stephen holds a BBA in Accounting from IonaCollege graduating in 1983 and is a CertifiedPublic Accountant (CPA) licensed in the State of New York.Passionate about giving back, he blends his financial expertise with a commitment to animal welfare, building a business that serves both customers and the community.

Website: www.thepawfectbrew.com

Since joining Iona in 2019, freshman enrollment has grown by nearly 50%, contributing to the university’s rising stature. Under his leadership, Iona has been recognized as a top 10 Catholic university in the nation and ranked No. 1 for student experience among all Catholic universities by the Wall Street Journal in 2024. 

Beyond admissions and enrollment, O’Sullivan is responsible for 11 departments dedicated to student life, including residential life, counseling and health services, and career development. He also oversees over 80 student clubs, organizations, and leadership opportunities in performing arts, club sports, and service initiatives, fostering a vibrant and well-rounded campus experience. 

Prior to Iona, he served as Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Sacred Heart University. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration from Sacred Heart and was named a Rising Stars 40 Under 40 honoree by the Business Council of Westchester in 2021.

Laurie has built a deep expertise in the fields of Leadership, Executive and Talent Development and most enjoys developing the capabilities of leaders at all levels of an organization.  

She has led large global teams and is extremely energized by innovations in the field of learning.

Laurie has a B.A. in Political Science from LeMoyne College and an MBA in Human Resource Management from Iona University. She currently serves as a member of the Executive Advisory Commitee in the LaPenta School of Business. 

As a seasoned veteran in the health industry, Camille is apioneer in archetypal brand strategy, leveraging her proprietary methodologies to build highly successful health brands across global and domestic markets.Her expertise spans corporate brand identity strategy and positioning, narrative development, customer and patient experience planning, integrated communications, and reputation management. Over her career, she has contributed to the success of numerous health-related businesses, including start-ups, global enterprises, health systems, and not-for-profit organizations.

Her accomplishments have earned her recognition as one of PharmaVoice’s 100 Most Inspiring People in the Life Sciences Industry and the recipient of awards such as the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Luminary Award, theRising Star Award, and the Spirit of Edelman award. Her work has also garnered numerous accolades, including Hermes, Marcom, Davey, and Rx Club awards for branding excellence.

A licensed medical technologist accredited by the AmericanSociety for Clinical Pathology, Camille is actively involved in professional organizations, including the American Hospital Association’s Society for Healthcare Strategy & Market Development (SHSMD), the American MedicalWriters’ Association, and Women Business Leaders of the U.S. Health Care Industry Foundation. She is a Certified Net Promoter® Associate, a SHSMD-certified strategic planner for hospitals and health systems, and one of the founding members of the Customer Experience Professionals’ Association.

Camille is also a sought-after coach for emerging lifesciences leaders and a speaker at numerous industry events, including her most recent presentation at the Oliver Wyman 2025 Life Sciences Symposium on Understanding The Empowered Patient.

In addition to her professional achievements, Camille servesas an advisory board member for CancerCare, where she supports their Pet Assistance and Wellness Program, offering guidance to individuals managing the challenges of cancer.

Grace began her career at United Hebrew in 2007 as Director of Development. She was promoted to Vice President of Marketing and Development in2012 and was named Chief Marketing Officer in 2020.

Among the achievements over the course of her 15 year-career at United Hebrew:

Working closely with United Hebrew’s C-suite, Grace managed the promotion of the organization’s expanding services. During her tenure, United Hebrew opened Willow Gardens Memory Care, Westchester’s first free-standing dementia care facility. The new facility filled all 51 beds within 7months of opening.

During her tenure, Grace’s oversight of the fundraising program has resulted in a 40% net profit increase to support United Hebrew’s nonprofit mission of caring for its residents like family.

Her ability to forge trustworthy relationships extends to Westchester’s community of healthcare professionals. She works closely with geriatric care managers, eldercare consultants, and hospital physicians and discharge planners to help them understand the comprehensive services offered by United Hebrew, resulting in a strong referral network for the organization.

Grace serves as a spokesperson and resource for the community when it comes to understanding eldercare options: She is a sought-after guest on local airwaves, including LMCTV, Michael Amoruso’s “Eldercare on the Air,” and Anthony Enea’s “Talking Seniors” podcast.

Grace is involved in several community organizations and non-profit associations. She served as co-chair of the American Heart Association Go Red for Women Luncheon in 2018, spearheading with her sister, Terri Ferri, efforts to raise awareness and empower women to learn more about heart disease and take control of their health. She currently serves on the Go Red Executive Leadership Team.

Grace has also served on the board of the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce and the Association of Development Officers as well as several other board committees including the Westchester Italian Cultural Center, the New Rochelle Police Foundation and Richmond Community Services.

She also served as the Executive Administrator for the Italian American Forum, a network of business and community leaders dedicated to preserving and promoting Italian heritage and helping individuals and families in need. In 2018, she was honored by the Italian Welfare League, an organization devoted to helping children of Italian American decent who are ill or have suffered emotional trauma.

Prior to joining United Hebrew, she served for 13 years at Calvary Hospital as director of annual giving and special events, overseeing fundraising, special events, and marketing. Throughout her 27+ year career in marketing and fundraising, Ferri has led campaigns resulting in over $50 million in contributions and is a previous recipient of the Association of Development Officers “Professional Fundraiser of the Year” award. Grace graduated summa cum laude from Iona College and holds a bachelor’s degree in health care administration. She resides with her husband in New Rochelle.

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She graduated summa cum laude, earning a BA in English, and went on to pursue a career in financial services. Retired from a 33-year career at TIAA, Cathy has distinguished herself as a values-based leader who is passionate about the financial wellbeing of individuals and their families. Under her direction, she and her team helped more than 1.5 million individuals achieve and exceed their financial goals.

Cathy remains an active alumna of Iona, where she sat on the Women’s Advisory Board. She was honored as part of Iona’s Women’s Legacy Fund, celebrating the 50th anniversary of women attending Iona and creating a scholarship to continue to empower young women of today to become strong leaders of tomorrow.

Cathy is a member of the University’s Board of Trustees, Vice Chair of the Gaels Go Further Advisory Board, a current Alumni Mentor, and has also been recognized by The Ursuline School with the Saint Ursula Award for distinctive career achievement.