Our Team

We’re in the Business of Moving Women Forward.

Dress for Success Rochester is grateful to our network of tremendously dedicated, energetic and generous people who support our mission. From the staff and board who build the infrastructure and raise the funds needed to operate and implement our programs, to the volunteers who make it possible for us to help women in this community thrive.
Our success is truly a team effort.

Leadership Team

  • Alyssa Whitfield

    FOUNDER/CEO

  • Chanel Weaver

    FUND DEVELOPMENT/
    COMMUNITY RELATIONS
    MANAGER

  • Kristal Padgett

    CLIENT SERVICES/
    PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Board of Directors and Advisors

  • Rachel Baker

    FOUNDING BOARD PRESIDENT
    Baker August Consulting

  • Shameka Davis

    City of Rochester

  • Tonya Dickerson

    RCSD

  • Taren Greenidge

    Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

  • Natalie Grigg

    Woods Oviatt Gilman, LLP

  • Susie Shaver

    BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
    Boomi

  • Amy Martin

    Constellation Brands

  • Colleen Matteson

    BOARD PRESIDENT
    Bank of America

  • Kim McKinsey-Mabry

    Monroe Community College

  • Deidre "Dee" Rogers

    Rogers Enterprises

  • Judy Seil

    BOARD TREASURER
    Five Star Bank (Retired)

  • Suzanne Turchetti-Schneeberger

    BOARD SECRETARY
    HCR Home Care

  • Laurie Zaucha

    Retired Human Resources Executive

  • Sonya Allen

    CIRCLE OF IMPACT ADVISOR
    Sonya Allen Interiors

  • Jane Feltner

    CIRCLE OF IMPACT ADVISOR
    M&T Bank (retired)

  • Rachel Adams

    EMPOWHER ADVISORY COUNCIL
    Wegmans Food Markets

  • Gina Cimineri

    EMPOWHER ADVISORY COUNCIL
    Cimineri Group, Northwestern Mutual

  • Jennifer Kowalick

    EMPOWHER ADVISORY COUNCIL
    UPS-Northeast District

  • Irina Tsukernik

    EMPOWHER ADVISORY COUNCIL
    Carisity

Available Positions

Interested in working with us?

Be a part of the DFSR team of to keep the organization running effectively and efficiently!

We’re not currently hiring, but we are always looking for volunteers! Click here

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We are inclusive.

Discrimination Policy

Dress for Success Rochester does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.

Dress for Success Rochester is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment. This applies to all employees or job applicants regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.