HARTFORD, CT, Feb. 8, 2010 – The Connecticut Association of Nonprofits (CT Nonprofits) recently elected two new board members: Fahd Vahidy and Deborah Ullman. Both will serve 3-year terms on the Association’s 19 member board.
Vahidy is the Executive Director of Public Allies CT whose mission is to advance new leadership to strengthen communities, nonprofits, and civic participation. He is also the co-founding partner of Street Smart Ventures, a consulting firm that promotes entrepreneurship and economic well-being of local community, links innovative strategies that support young entrepreneurs in work and education, and builds individual and community assets in targeted neighborhoods.
Ullman is CEO of the YWCA Hartford Region which is dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. She is also on the Board of Trustees of the YWCA Retirement Fund and the St. Agnes Home in West Hartford. She is an active member of the Town and County Club, serving on a variety of committees.
Directors of CT Nonprofits act as fiduciaries focused on policy development and fiscal oversight. The Board appoints and supervises the Executive Director who is responsible for the day to day management of the organization.
