United Way of New York State and 2-1-1 New York, Inc. Announce Therese Daly as New President and CEO, Albany, NY
United Way of New York State (UWNYS) and 2-1-1 New York, Inc. (211 NY) are pleased to announce the appointment of Therese Daly as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 10th, 2025.
Therese Daly, a respected leader with extensive experience in advocacy, public relations, and government affairs, will lead the statewide organizations in its mission to improve lives and strengthen communities across New York.
Therese Daly brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of accomplishments in the political, transportation, and financial sectors. She most recently served as Chief Advocacy and Government Affairs Officer at the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP), where she played a pivotal role in policy development and advocacy. Daly’s expertise spans over a decade in strategy development, business development, communication, public relations, and government relations.
Before her time at NYATEP, Therese served as Vice President at Mercury Public Affairs, where she worked out of both the Albany and New York City offices. Her leadership experience also includes serving as the Director of Correspondence for Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins’ office, where she served as a key staffer for the Leader for a number of years.
“I am thrilled to join UWNYS and 211 NY at such a pivotal time,” said Therese Daly. “I am inspired by the organizations’ dedication to creating lasting change and improving the lives of individuals and families across New York. I look forward to working alongside the talented team at United Way, as well as our community partners, to further our mission and address the needs of our state’s most vulnerable populations. I am grateful to the leadership of Board Chair Darley Willis and Capital Region Executive Director Pete Gannon and looking forward to working with the incoming board chair, Kevin O’Brien and his extraordinary leadership. Together we can make a difference.”
Therese’s career is marked by her commitment to leadership and advocacy. She has received numerous accolades for her work, including Nominee for Forbes 30 under 30, YWCA Resourceful Woman Award, A Siena Saint Who Don’t Sit On The Sidelines, Friends of Recovery 2022 Recovery Community Spotlight Award Recipient. Therese was featured on City and State’s 2022 40 under 40 as part of a feature on the best and the brightest of Albany, a Rising Power Player in New York State by Politics NY and AM Media, City & State’s 100 Most Responsible Leaders in NYS, City & State’s 100 Most Powerful People in Economic Development in NYS, City & State’s 2024 Trailblazer in the Nonprofit Sector in New York State, and was most recently named on City & State’s 2024 Economic Development Trailblazer List.
Therese serves on the board of the Shaker Heritage Site, Eleanor’s Legacy, and the NYS Economic Development Council.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Therese Daly as the new President and CEO of United Way of New York State,” said Incoming Board Chair Kevin O’Brien. “Her deep experience in advocacy, public affairs, and her commitment to social change make her the perfect person to lead our organization. We are confident that under her leadership, United Way will continue to grow and create an even greater impact across the state.”
As President and CEO, Daly will oversee the continued expansion of United Way’s efforts to advocate for policy solutions, mobilize resources, and support local initiatives focused on improving education, advancing economic mobility, and promoting public health across New York State.
About United Way of New York State
United Way of New York State is a statewide organization that works with local United Ways across New York to mobilize resources, advocate for policy change, and create lasting solutions to the challenges facing communities. Through collaborations with individuals, businesses, and organizations, United Way empowers people to improve their lives and build stronger communities.
For more information about the United Way of New York State and its initiatives, please visit www.uwnys.org.
About 2-1-1 New York Inc.
2-1-1 New York, Inc., a subsidiary of United Way of New York State was designated by the New York State Public Service Commission to develop and oversee 2-1-1 services. 211 is a vital service leveraged by millions oof people across North America. Every day, people contact 211 to access free and confidential information about counseling, food, health care and insurance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services, and disaster assistance. In New York State, 211 is available 24/7 and provided by local United Ways, community information and referral services, and the City of New York.
For more information about 211 NY please visit: www.211nys.org
