CoreNet Global NYC celebrated the many volunteer contributions of its members at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Event at Andaz Fifth Ave. on November 28th. Over 50 attendees partook of the festivities, which highlighted the dedication and hard work of the chapter's volunteers during 2011. Star Awards, which recognize volunteer efforts on behalf of the organization, were given to the following chapter members: Administration - Sarah Currie, VVA Project Managers & Consultants Programs - Lou D'Avanzo, Cushman & Wakefield Workshops - Lauren Nanna, VVA VVA Project Managers & Consultants Special Interest Group - End Users - Marisa Falletta, Citi Special Interest Group - Young Leaders - Tyler McNeil, Cushman & Wakefield Special Interest Group - Women - Debra Cole, Perkins + Will Sponsorship - Sarah Corcoran, TEK Architects Special Events - Dinner/Holiday Party - Jennifer Abbattista, Herman Miller Special Events - Golf - Gus Field, Cushman & Wakefield Membership - Dan O'Malley, Hospitality Asset Advantage Communities - Sustainability - Geraldine Szabo, JP Morgan Chase Communities - Strategic & Portfolio Planning - Richard Podos, Lance LLC "CoreNet's talented group of volunteers contributes an extraordinary amount of time and effort to ensuring that our programs, workshops and special events are successful," says Kathy Winkler, chairperson of CoreNet Global NYC. "We thank them, especially the Star Award winners, for everything they do to make the organization a place where members can connect, learn, grow and belong." Shown (from left) are: Howard Peskoe, Herrick, Feinstein LLP; Richard Podos, Lance LLC; Augustus Field, Cushman & Wakefield; Jennifer Abbattista, Herman Miller; Kathy Winkler, Prudential Financial; Sarah Corcoran, TEK Architects; Lauren Nanna, VVA Project Managers & Consultants; Louis D'Avanzo, Cushman & Wakefield; and Marcus Rayner, CresaPartners.