FAMILY SERVICES' CEO SPEAKS IN SUPPORT OF THE EXPANSION OF THE NEW YORK STATE DNA DATABANK
Family Services' CEO Brian Doyle, along with Dutchess County elected officials and law enforcement representatives, spoke at a press conference at the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office on February 10, 2012 in support of Governor Cuomo's expansion of New York State's DNA Databank. For more information about this initiative please visit http://www.governor.ny.gov/BuildingaNewNY/dna-databank.
RADIO INTERVIEW WITH
FAMILY SERVICES' CEO BRIAN DOYLE "Finding Out With Peter And Ellen" is a a public service radio show hosted by Peter Leonard and Ellen Devorsetz. It airs on Sunday morning on WVKR-FM Poughkeepsie (91.3 FM). This interview originally aired January 29, 2012.
LEAH FELDMAN RECEIVES FAMILY SERVICES’
PRESIDENT’S AWARD
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (December 30, 2011) – Family Services is pleased to announce that Leah Feldman is the recipient of the 2011 President’s Award, an honor presented each year to a Family Services employee who distinguishes themselves in exemplifying the values espoused by Family Services.
In the past year Domestic Violence services and systems have been undergoing a high degree of scrutiny and analysis. Leah Feldman, who is an integral part of Family Services’ Battered Women’s Services, serving as the County’s Universal Response to Domestic Violence Coordinator, has been at the forefront of that analysis. Leah has been charged with strengthening the universal response to domestic violence in Dutchess County during this critical time. A comprehensive review of the system was completed for the Dutchess County Legislature, which included a comprehensive set of recommendations. These recommendations led to an increase in funding for Domestic Violence services, despite cuts in many other areas. It also led to an increase in offender accountability measures and changes in State legislation.
Joan Crawford, Family Services’ Deputy Director Programs offered the following commendations following the announcement of the President’s Award honor: “Leah has brought extraordinary knowledge and skill to these important deliberations as well as remarkable poise under trying circumstances. Her professionalism coupled with a quiet strength has earned her the respect and admiration of a host of stakeholders. Leah’s oral and written presentation skills are of the highest quality, and as such she is often cited in the media, bringing credibility and positive exposure as well as increasing access to services for victims and survivors. She has been able to foster and deepen collaborations, provide leadership and innovation, and advocacy that is far reaching and sustainable. Leah demonstrates a deep commitment to the cause as well as to her colleagues and is seen as a trusted advisor and leader to all of us within Family Services”.
Recently appointed Family Services’ Chief Executive Officer, Brian Doyle noted “In my beginning days with this great organization, Leah’s intelligent commitment to the critical issues surrounding Domestic Violence quickly became profoundly apparent”
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FAMILY SERVICES WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
December 1, 2011 - Family Services is pleased to announce that Brian P. Doyle has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Doyle is an accomplished human services executive whose expertise, vision and passion for serving individuals and families in need will enable Family Services to grow and play an even more vital role in our community.
Mr. Doyle previously served as the Associate Executive Director at Ulster – Greene ARC, and as Special Assistant to the Executive Director at ARC of Westchester. He has been active in numerous community organizations, and also served in elective office for four years as Member and Chair of the City of Poughkeepsie Common Council.
“Brian Doyle is an accomplished human services executive.” stated Sheila Appel, the chair of the Board of Directors. “His expertise, vision and passion for serving individuals and families in need will enable Family Services to grow and play an even more vital role in our community.”
“I am honored to have been chosen to lead Family Services.” said Mr. Doyle. “Over the years, the organization has made extensive contributions that have improved the quality of life for so many in our community. Family Services has even greater potential for strengthening our community through meaningful programs, advocacy and collaboration.”
A long-time resident of the Hudson Valley, Mr. Doyle holds a Masters in Public Administration and Bachelor of English and Communications from Marist College. He currently serves as the President and Trustee of the Vassar Warner Home for the Aging.
