Happy and Healthy New Year to all!

As I begin my second year as President of SAAGNY, I do so with deep gratitude. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve this community, a community that holds each other close, supports one another, stands together, challenges ideas, voices concerns, and laughs together.  We are united by a shared commitment to see our regional association continue to grow and thrive. I am grateful to those who came before me and to those who will follow.

I am incredibly grateful for our Board of Directors.  As Dan Edge (Peerless) rotates off the board, I want to thank him for his dedication and service.  I equally excited to welcome Jeff Hinds (ETS Express), who will be an outstanding addition to the group. 

This board of 11 committed leaders has worked hard to take a deep look at SAAGNY and made some needed strategic changes to insure it’s long-term growth.  I am grateful for a Board that is focused, energized, and dedicated to deliver what will be the best version of SAAGNY in 2026, and for all the volunteers on the different committees that show the same level of enthusiasm.

I am deeply grateful to the SAAGNY Foundation for its continued dedication to fundraising for scholarships and for consistently showing up for meaningful volunteer opportunities.  Your efforts bring smiles to so many children’s faces.  Thank you for all that you do. 

I am grateful to our Executive Director, John Cudahy, who has become the compass of our organization and is working hard to keep moving us forward.  John has grown into this role through his passion for SAAGNY and his commitment to this community. 

Most of all, I am grateful for all of  YOU.  You inspire us to do better.  In 2026, we will deliver truly ELEVATED programming that highlights the value of being part of SAAGNY, YOUR regional association.  Expect VIP experiences at our shows, learn to use of the app, connect with one another and get to know your community, come to events and see why we are better together. 

Our community will continue to grow with the strength that we all bring to the table.  Join us.  Be a part of SAAGNY.  Bring your colleagues and friends.  Participate.  Get involved.  I promise your participation and involvement will pay off in spades; I speak from experience.

Let’s make 2026 our best year yet!

Cheers,

Sara Levinson