EmblemHealth, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, and LaborPress, New York’s leading source for daily labor news and industry information, hosted their 12th Annual Heroes of Labor Awards.
With a more than 85-year legacy of serving New York communities, EmblemHealth has an unwavering dedication to caring for labor union members, working people, and government and municipal employees.
“Our city’s transit unions are vital to keeping the Big Apple moving,” said Karen Ignagni, CEO of EmblemHealth. “Heroes of Labor is an annual opportunity to honor the labor movement for their contributions, which are the backbone of our city.”
EmblemHealth and LaborPress proudly honored five labor movement members this year who have contributed to the success and advancement of unions in New York City.
They are:
- Ijandor Manesy
- Jean-Guy Martial
- Peter Warner
- Mario Galvet
- Guilaine James
Heroes of Labor began in 2012 in response to the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
EmblemHealth’s Heroes of Labor Awards is a tribute to the everyday champions of New York City.
This event serves as a reminder of the unwavering resilience and dedication displayed by labor unions from diverse sectors throughout our beloved City.
Photo credit: Left to right: LaborPress Publisher Neal Tepel, Councilmember Crystal Hudson, Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers, TWU Local 100 President Richard Davis, and CEO of EmblemHealth Karen Ignagni.
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