advisory team
Priscilla Arena
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Priscilla Arena
Priscilla comes from a successful career where she advocated for people on the spectrum. We are happy to have her join us in 2025 as the new Executive Director. When not helping to keep Cooking For Long Island Veterans running smoothly she can often be found with her 2 children staying active.
Joanna Golinska
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Priscilla Arena
Joanna is a proud American who came to the US from Poland with her family when she was 9 years old. Her devotion to Cooking For Long Island Veterans is strong. Her leadership with the charity has created huge accomplishments.
She is proud of the hard work that all her staff and volunteers do to keep CFLIV serving so many.
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Born and raised in NY, Brian joined the USMC at age 18 and devoted 21 years serving proudly. Brian has served the USMC in many roles and has been awarded numerous time for his valor.
As he retired in 2023 he looks forward to spending more time with his son and daughter and helping CFLIV to grow.
Dana Powell
Brendan McGovern
Master Sgt. Brian Gomez-retired
Dana Powell is a proud mom, wife and daughter. Dana selflessly contributes to not only her families well being but her community. Her numerous accomplishments include 3 children who have made her proud, a long list of successful fundraisers and a MD. husband who adores her. CFLIV is grateful to have Dana on our team.
Russ Regan
Brendan McGovern
Brendan McGovern
Russ has been a valuable team member since day 1. His commitment to law enforcement, military members and the USA goes deep.
Russ is a successful businessman who gives back to the community in numerous ways.
His wife Maryanne, daughter Taylor and son Trevor all join Russ in the love of country!
Brendan McGovern
Brendan McGovern
Brendan McGovern
Brendan resides in Stony Brook with his wife and two children. He is a CPA and has held various auditing and financial management positions on Long Island and Manhattan. He is currently the SVP of Finance for a tech company in the city. Brendan and his wife are active parishioners at Saints Philip and James Church in St. James.
Donato Panico
Donato Panico
Donato Panico
Donato is a HUGE supporter of all men and woman in Uniform- wether they serve in the military or in law enforcement.
CFLIV is grateful to have Donato and his steady support. In addition to his work with CFLIV he also runs Hero's For Heroes.
Jared Rada
Donato Panico
Donato Panico
Jared Rada is a Partner of the law firm Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada P.C. Jared is accredited by the Veterans Administration to represent veterans filing for disability claims connected to service. Jared proudly supports our veteran community. He makes himself available as a resource to all veterans with questions pertaining to the benefits they deserve.
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