Aileen Landes Named Executive Director of the Scarsdale Business Alliance

The Board of Directors of the Scarsdale Business Alliance (SBA) has announced the appointment of Aileen Landes as the organization’s Executive Director. Landes’ extensive background in development, special events, and fundraising will help advance the mission of the organization to elevate our local businesses, foster strong community ties, and enhance Scarsdale's reputation as a top-notch destination.
For the last five years, Landes served as Assistant Director of Special Events and Community Partnerships for Gilda’s Club Westchester. In this capacity, Landes was responsible for overseeing and creating new events, connecting with the community, and cultivating relationships with prospective and existing donors and new board members. Previously, Landes has worked in Special Events for The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and also at Pet Rescue in Harrison where she assisted in the vetting and adoptions of numerous animals. Landes received her B.S. from the University of Vermont and spent her early career as a media executive in advertising.

“We are thrilled to welcome Aileen Landes as the Executive Director of the SBA,” said Marcy Berman-Goldstein, SBA Co-President. “Aileen's arrival marks an exciting chapter for our organization. Her record of civic engagement, strong ties to Scarsdale, desire to make a difference, and enthusiastic attitude make her uniquely qualified for this role. I am confident that under Aileen's leadership, the SBA will reach new heights of success and make an even more significant impact on our community."

Landes stated, “As a 26-year resident of the Edgemont/Scarsdale community, I consider Scarsdale a part of my identity. I thrive on collaboration and problem-solving and am thrilled to lead the SBA to a more prominent level of professionalism and camaraderie. My mission is to ensure that Scarsdale continues to flourish as a premiere dining and shopping destination.”

The SBA will host its spring Meet & Greet Networking Event at Sapori Restaurant on Wednesday, April 10th, from 5:30 - 7:00 pm, and looks forward to introducing Aileen to the merchant community. She can also be contacted at aileen@scarsdalebusinessalliance.com.

The SBA is a non–profit organization dedicated to supporting the Village of Scarsdale and its local businesses. For more information about the Scarsdale Business Alliance: www.scarsdalebusinessalliance.com Instagram and Facebook: @Scarsdalebusiness.