Therese A. Daly serves as President and CEO of United Way of New York State and 211 New
York Inc., where she leads statewide efforts to strengthen communities, advance public policy,
and connect New Yorkers to critical resources and services.

Prior to her current role, Therese served as Chief Advocacy and Government Affairs Officer at
the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP) and as Vice
President at Mercury Public Affairs, where she worked in both Albany and New York City.
Throughout her career, she has built a strong reputation across the political, transportation,
workforce development, nonprofit, and financial sectors.

With more than a decade of experience in strategic planning, business development, advocacy,
communications, public relations, and government affairs, Therese has consistently delivered
impactful results. In her first year as President and CEO of United Way of New York State and
211 New York Inc., she secured more than $10 million in new funding to support organizational
growth and expand services for communities across New York.

Before joining NYATEP, Therese served as Director of Correspondence for Senate Majority
Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, where she managed constituent and stakeholder
communications and coordinated engagement with advocacy organizations, lobbyists,
community groups, and government agencies. She also played a key role in special events and
COVID-19 response efforts.

Earlier in her career, Therese led communications, legislative affairs, advocacy initiatives, and
conference planning for the New York Public Transit Association. Her interest in transportation
policy was influenced by her experience as a commodities trader at the Chicago Mercantile
Exchange.

Therese earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Siena College and has been
recognized extensively for her leadership, advocacy, and public service. Her honors include;
YWCA Resourceful Woman Award, 2022 Friends of Recovery Community Spotlight Award,
being named to City & State's 40 Under 40, City & State's 100 Most Responsible Leaders in
New York State, City & State's 100 Most Powerful People in Economic Development, a 2024
Trailblazer in the Nonprofit Sector, a 2025 Who’s Who in Government, a 2025 Economic
Development Trailblazer, City & State's Top Individuals in Government Relations for 2026,
Crain's New York Business 40 under 40 and most recently was named US Leges’s Association
Advocate of the Year. She has been published in statewide publications and magazines.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Therese is deeply committed to civic and community
engagement. She serves as Board of the Trustees of the Shaker Heritage Society and Co-Chair of the
Endorsement Committee for Eleanor’s Legacy, continuing her longstanding dedication to public
service, leadership development, and community impact throughout New York State.