Leading The Way Tickets

Fundraiser Luncheon

Hosted by Women United

October 22, 2026 | 11:30am-2:00pm | Preakness Hills Country Club

About the Event

What does it mean to lead the way?

It means recognizing the challenges facing our community—and choosing to be part of the solution.

United Way of Passaic County’s Women United: Leading the Way brings together business leaders, philanthropists and community champions who are using their influence, resources and leadership to create greater opportunity across Passaic County.

United, we’ll celebrate those already leading the way, explore where our community needs us next, and inspire more people to step forward.

This afternoon is an opportunity to:

Be in the room with people shaping Passaic County’s future — build meaningful relationships with leaders across business, philanthropy and the community.
Expand your circle of influence — connect with people who can become collaborators, partners and catalysts for greater impact.
See where your leadership is needed next — gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing local families and where your voice, resources and expertise can make a difference.
Learn from leaders who are creating change — hear how others are turning their positions, passions and resources into meaningful community impact.
Turn connection into action — discover tangible ways to invest, advocate, volunteer and lead beyond the luncheon.
Become part of something bigger — join a growing network of people committed to moving Passaic County forward.

Every ticket purchased is an investment in the work ahead—and an opportunity to stand alongside others committed to building a stronger Passaic County.

You don’t need a certain title to lead the way. You simply need to be willing to act.

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MEET OUR 2026 HONOREES

MIMI FELICIANO

Mimi Feliciano- Community Cornerstone Award

Mimi Feliciano is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist whose leadership bridges business and social impact. She is Co-Founder and CEO of FEM Real Estate, a national investment firm, and Founder and CEO of Connect for Freedom, dedicated to protecting children from online exploitation and human trafficking.

A New Jersey Business Hall of Fame Laureate and 2026 ROI-NJ Influencers: Women in Business honoree, Mimi’s impact on the next generation of business leaders is reflected at Montclair State University, where the Feliciano School of Business bears her family’s name. She also serves as a Senior Advisor to the university’s Global Center on Human Trafficking.

Mimi embodies what it means to lead with influence, purpose, and a commitment to creating lasting change.

TAFFI AYODELE

Taffi Ayodele- Breaking Barriers Award

Taffi Ayodele is a financial services executive, entrepreneur, and leader helping shape the future of investment management. As Head of Diverse and Emerging Manager Strategy within the Bureau of Asset Management at the Office of the NYC Comptroller, she leads efforts to expand opportunities for emerging investment managers and serves as a voting member of the Investment Committee.

Her career spans finance, technology, entrepreneurship, and real estate, including co-founding Thando Holdings, a global fashion and technology company supporting African artists. Forbes named Taffi one of its 10 Emerging Women Entrepreneurs to Watch in Africa.

She also serves on the board of NYU Global Libraries and is a Trustee Emeritus of New York University, The Guyana Economic Development Trust, and New Jersey SEEDS.

Taffi brings together financial leadership, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to opening doors for others.

eric rojas six + one

Eric Rojas- Visionary Leadership Award

Eric Rojas is the Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Six+One, an award-winning creative agency where he has built a career around the idea of “Disruption for Good”—using creativity to drive business while making a difference.

With more than 25 years in branding and storytelling, Eric has shaped work for brands including Vitaminwater, Bronx Zoo, New York Life, and Spectrum. Under his leadership, Six+One was named Design Agency of the Year by Ad Age and recognized by Fast Company for its purpose-driven work.

Eric also serves on the United Way of Passaic County Board and, through For The Greater Hood, has helped serve more than 17,000 people and distribute over $2.5 million in new clothing to Paterson families.

Eric is proof that creativity, business, and community impact can be powerful forces when brought together.

Aimee Cabrera- Heart of Service Award

Aimee Cabrera is a Human Resources professional at L3Harris Technologies and a passionate champion of turning employee engagement into meaningful community impact.

Through her leadership, L3Harris employees have packed backpacks for local students, assembled hygiene kits for families, and prepared 600 summer literacy kits to help children continue learning beyond the classroom.

A valued United Way of Passaic County partner, Aimee has a gift for bringing people together around service and transforming a company’s desire to give back into tangible action for the community.