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A Unique Perspective from a Mother and CFO
July 10, 2019A Unique Perspective from a Mother and CFOBy Jodie Esper, CFOMy formal education and background are in finance. However, one of the most important role models in my life was my grandmother, who spent 45 years volunteering for the food bank and Meal on...

Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month
May 30, 2019Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness MonthBefore joining the Mainstay family, I was certainly aware of Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). However, it was not until I met and really spent time with people with PWS that I truly understood how remarkable they are. You...

Staff Appreciation Luncheon
May 16, 2019Staff Appreciation LuncheonBy Alex Calabrese, Director of Human ResourcesYesterday, the staff at Mainstay woke up to warmth and sunshine to celebrate each other at our 20-year anniversary Staff Appreciation Luncheon. Over 200 staff and board members filled...

My First 6 Months at Mainstay
May 3, 2019My First 6 Months at MainstayBy Kim Sonafelt, Chief Executive OfficerThe great philosopher, Plato, once said, “The beginning is the most important part of the work.” As I reflect on my first six months as CEO of Mainstay Life Services, I couldn’t agree with...