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• Annual Fundraising Gala for Deepavali – June GOPIO-NY, and India Day Parade in Long Island.
1st Through her extensive associations, charitable ini-
• Desi Next Youth Program – (TBD) tiatives, and collaborative relationships, Beena has
• Fundraiser Dinner for AIA’s Project India – July demonstrated an unwavering commitment to fos-
20th tering connections, promoting cultural understand-
• AIA-NY Iconic Deepavali Festival – October ing, and supporting community well-being.
2025 A seasoned professional, Beena has over 20
Beena Kothari expressed her heartfelt grati- years of experience in real estate, with a distin-
tude to past presidents, volunteers, sponsors, and guished career at Fortune 500 companies, including
supporters who have played a pivotal role in AIA- JP Morgan Chase, IBM, Sony, and Time Warner,
NY’s success. where she served as a Global IT Team Manager.
The evening concluded with a thank-you note Embracing the inclusive spirit of Vasudhaiva
from Treasurer Dr. Bal K. Gilja and Secretary Dr. Kutumbakam (The World is One Family), Beena
Sharad Kothari, followed by a celebratory dinner. strives to break down barriers and build bridges.
A special plaque was presented to the outgoing She is deeply committed to empowering youth and
President of AIA-NY, Dr. Jagdish Gupta, in recog- women, believing in their potential to drive positive
nition of his service and dedication. change and become future leaders.
Beena Kothari is a distinguished community “My ultimate goal is to contribute meaningful-
leader with a profound impact on the Indian-Amer- ly to the community, spreading love, kindness, and
ican community. She has previously served as Presi- compassion, and making the world a better place
dent of IALI (Indian Association of Long Island), for all.”

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