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Outstanding Women
MARCY REYES , MSF , AFC ®
Founder and Executive Director
Financial Literacy Youth Initiative
Marcy is an internationally recognized and awarded businesswoman with comprehensive skills in organizational leadership and over twenty years of experience in the fields of finance education , and health care services .
In 2017 , Marcy founded the Financial Literacy Youth Initiative , a nonprofit organization that provides culturally responsive financial literacy programming to under-resourced communities , empowering individuals with the knowledge , skills and experiences to end generational poverty . FLY has served over 7,000 individuals and is on track to serve over 8,000 individuals by 2025 .
In addition to her work with The FLY Initiative , Marcy serves as the senior director , retention and product service experience for Commonwealth Care Alliance where she cultivates awareness of and support for the CCA mission .
401-406-4330 • info @ flyinitiative . org 225 Dyer St ., Providence , RI 02903
Marcy proudly serves her community as a member of the Council on Postsecondary Education , as a member of the advisory council for the Papitto Opportunity Connection , and as a Year Up educator and mentor .
JAMIE ANTIGNANO
President / Owner
Angelo ’ s Restaurant
Jamie began her career at a young age working in her family ’ s restaurant . After graduating from Bentley University with multiple business degrees , she spent several years at the TJX Companies in finance before joining Angelo ’ s in 2018 , becoming the fourth-generation owner .
Angelo ’ s celebrated its 100th anniversary last year , which Jamie helped make possible with her commitment to honoring Angelo ’ s history while celebrating the future . She is a student of her business , constantly evolving , and under her leadership , Angelo ’ s has not only grown , but has won numerous awards . Jamie has been recognized locally and nationally for her creative and innovative ideas .
141 Atwells Ave ., Providence , RI 02903 401-621-8171 • angelosri . com
In addition , since 2024 , Jamie has the pleasure of serving on the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau board of directors , where she hopes to continue to support and advocate for small local businesses in Rhode Island .
Jamie looks forward to hosting you and your guests at Angelo ’ s to celebrate 100 years and many more !
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