WVF 2026 Board of Directors
Maria Otero
Women’s Venture Fund
Maria Otero, Esq., launched the Women’s Venture Fund in 1996 with the idea that women could succeed as entrepreneurs when they could access credit and resources. She is often asked to comment on “women in business” and the critical success factors essential to nurturing and developing the entrepreneurial spirit. Maria routinely serves as a speaker at forums focused on issues affecting minorities and women’s economic development. She has assisted in the development of public policy through presentations to foreign delegations visiting the U.S. through arrangements with the State Department and has given feedback to local policy makers as a former Commissioner on the New York City Commission on Women’s Issues, as well as held several discussions with local legislators regarding the challenges women entrepreneurs face in this economy.
Anta Cisse-Green, Esq
Founder and Principal Attorney
Teranga Law
Anta Cissé-Green, Esq., is the Founder and Principal Attorney of Teranga Law by Cissé-Green P.C., the first bilingual, cross-border firm explicitly designed to serve the Senegalese diaspora, grassroots nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations. Her practice is rooted in Teranga—the Wolof tradition of hospitality that transforms strangers into family and legal services into lasting relationships.
Suzette DeLeon
Indigo City Productions, LLC
Suzi is an American-Dominican independent recording artist and singer-songwriter carving a bold path through the realms of pop, hip hop, and R&B. Her sound is a fusion of sharp lyricism, emotive melodies, and a commanding voice that makes a presence that can’t be boxed in. She burst onto the scene in 2015 with her debut single “Nobody’s Better,” a collaboration with New Jersey rap icon Fetty Wap. The track quickly gained viral traction—particularly across Asia—and has since amassed over 300 million streams worldwide. It earned critical praise from Billboard, which ranked the song at #4 on their list of “7 Fetty Wap Collaborations You Might Not Know,” cementing Suzi as a rising force with undeniable star power. She followed up with another high-profile release, teaming up with Canadian hitmaker Tory Lanez for her sophomore single “SPECIAL 4 U,” continuing to showcase her versatility and ability to hold her own alongside hip-hop heavyweights.
Gerald Goldenbroit
President & CEO
Credit Union Financial Corp
With more than five decades of experience spanning federal service, regulatory oversight, economic development, and financial consulting, this seasoned financial executive brings deep expertise in credit union operations, SBA lending, underwriting, and regulatory compliance. Throughout his distinguished career, he has remained committed to strengthening financial institutions, expanding access to capital, and supporting economic development through sound underwriting, regulatory expertise, and strategic guidance.
Michelle Stoddart
Senior Vice President of Community Development
Resorts World NYC
Michelle Stoddart is the Senior Vice President of Community Development and Public Affairs for Resorts World New York City (RWNY). She was a member of the executive opening team that handled record-breaking attendance during the casino’s debut weekend in October 2011.
In her role, Ms. Stoddart manages community affairs, public relations, local business partnerships, and corporate philanthropy. Under her guidance, Resorts World has supported over 200 nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She currently serves as Vice Chair for the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, and on the Queens Chamber of Commerce’s Arts & Culture board. Additionally, she sits on the boards of the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, the Queens Botanical Gardens, the Jamaica YMCA, the Queens Public Library and York College.