United Way of the Mohawk Valley Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Susan Litera, announced three new additions to the Utica team. Based in the Utica office, Andrew Chaney has joined the organization as Director of Finance and Administration, Sarah Macri has been named Director of Strategic Impact and Jack Pflanz will serve as Director of Development and Communications.
“We are excited to add Andrew, Sarah, and Jack as directors. All three will play vital roles in our mission to create a thriving community by connecting people, resources, and solutions throughout the Mohawk Valley,” stated Litera.
Chaney will oversee and direct all fiscal management, accounting, budgeting, auditing, building operations, human resources, information system management, and risk management. He comes to the United Way with more than fifteen years of experience in the field of accounting and finance, is a retired officer, and a 22-year Veteran of the United States military. Most recently he served as Controller and Chief Operating Officer with Williams Fence.
Andrew Chaney, Director of Finance & Administration
Macri will lead the Strategic Impact Committee of staff, volunteers, and board members in implementing the strategic direction and vision of United Way in its efforts to improve community conditions. Additionally, she will be responsible for the allocations process of investing dollars raised into community programs and initiatives with proven results. She will also serve as the lead staff of the 211 mid York region service, coordinator of the Emergency Food and Shelter program for Herkimer and Oneida county, and director of the Ride United Transportation program. She previously served as Coordinated Entry Systems Administrator with the United Way of the Mohawk Valley and holds a certification from SAMSHA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).
Sarah Macri, Director of Strategic Impact
Pflanz will oversee and direct all fund development and communications strategies and provide fund development, communications management, and leadership by assuring diversity in revenue for growth of the mission. He has a combined 25 years of experience in public relations and fund development. Previously he served as Communications Consultant and Media Analyst with Strategic Communications, LLC and is an active member of the Public Relations Society of America of Central New York (PRSA) and the Association of Fundraising Professionals Central New York Chapter (AFP).
Jack Pflanz, Director of Development & Communications
About the United Way: United Way of the Mohawk Valley is a local, independent non-profit organization funding area programs and services, providing a safety net for our community and addressing crucial community issues in the impact areas of health, education, and income. For more information about United Way, or to donate to the annual campaign, visit www.unitedwaymv.org or call (315) 733-4691.
Media Contact:
Jack Pflanz
Director, Development & Communications
JackP@UnitedWayMV.org
P: (315) 733-4692 ext. 232
