1. Mayor Cherelle Parker’s Fireside Chat at the Union League on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 was a significant event that aimed to address the needs and aspirations of the community. Her remarks included her vision for growth and how business and professional women can support the City’s future. Lisa Silveri moderated the discussion with Mayor Parker. 

2. Joan Carter was the first female president of the Union League. She was elected to that position in 2010. Joan was honored by Mayor Cherelle Parker for the club’s significant milestone during the Fireside Chat.

3. Moderator Lisa Silveri, ULRE Chair, Annemarie Caruso, Director Mayors Office of  Women’s Engagement, Keiwana McKinney-Forde and Chair of the Millenium Table, Rosana Anchonda-Isaack, gathered for a photo with Mayor Cherelle Parker following the fireside chat and Q and A.

4. Mayor Parker paused for a photo with Union League President Robert Cavalier.

5. The City moves forward when leaders from every sector come together with a shared commitment to its future. Evelyn Bennett, Cindy  Domosh and Colleen Mullin loved having their photo taken with Mayor Parker.

6. Melissa Levinson Leonard chatted with Mayor Parker after the fireside chat.

7. Trish Wellenbach, Chief Strategy and Partnership Officer spoke at the Fireside Chat. Trish paused for a photo with Lori Nicoletti Peruto and Jody Volpe.

8. Farah Jimenez said hello to Taliba Foster.

9. Melissa Levinson Leonard paused for a photo with Michele Casale and Ricki Lang.

10. Sunny Chen and Sally Tong enjoyed the buffet luncheon.

11. Lydia Holiat and Elaine Marquardt attended the Fireside Chat.

12. Farah Jimenez, Meredith Auten and Katherine Del Raso gathered for a photo after the event.