Philadelphia Works Strengthens its Board of Directors with Four Accomplished Leaders

New board members to bring diverse expertise to support and guide local workforce strategies under Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration

PHILADELPHIA, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia Works, Inc. (PhilaWorks), the local workforce development board and leader for innovative workforce solutions in Philadelphia, is proud to announce the appointment of four distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors. Stephanie Gambone, President & CEO at Junior Achievement of Southeastern PA; Hassan Charles, Director of Community Relations for Global Corporate Giving at Chubb; Louis Rodriguez, President and CEO at Rodriguez Consulting; and Antonio J. Burrell, General Counsel at Snipes USA each began their service terms on April 15, 2025.

The addition of these accomplished leaders to the Philadelphia Works Board of Directors comes at a pivotal time as the organization aligns its workforce development strategies with the vision of Mayor Cherelle Parker. Each new member brings a unique set of skills, expertise, and community involvement that will contribute to shaping Philadelphia's economic landscape. Stephanie Gambone's commitment to empowering youth for economic success, Hassan Charles' experience in driving workforce and philanthropic initiatives, Lou Camerlengo's communications expertise, and Antonio J. Burrell's legal background in community development will provide valuable guidance as Philadelphia Works continues to evolve its workforce strategies to create and improve access to opportunities. View new board member bios here.

"Stephanie, Hassan, Lou, and Antonio are exceptional additions to our Board of Directors, and I couldn't be more excited to collaborate with them," said H. Patrick Clancy, president and CEO of Philadelphia Works." Each of these leaders has demonstrated a deep commitment to empowering our communities and driving positive change. Their unique perspectives and backgrounds will help us to strengthen our partnerships, innovate our programs, and make a lasting impact on Philadelphia's economy.

Philadelphia Works' Board of Directors, appointed by the mayor, is a diverse group of leaders from the private, non-profit, labor, and government sectors. They guide strategic and financial decisions to create economic opportunities for Philadelphia residents and support sustainable growth for regional employers.

About Philadelphia Works

Philadelphia Works invests in solutions and services to grow Philadelphia's economy by connecting employers to workforce talent and career seekers to jobs. We influence the public policies that support economic growth and optimize funding and resources to invest in regional solutions to build a skilled and thriving workforce. For more information about our dedicated board members and staff, workforce research, labor market data, services, and initiatives, visit philaworks.org.

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SOURCE Philadelphia Works