Nassau County Legislator Richard Nicolello honored Luisa Filipe for her many years of service to the community and county, especially our young people at the 17th Annual Nassau County Legislature’s “Women of Distinction Awards.”
Filipe was born in Portugal and immigrated to Mineola in 1968. Recognizing her love for community service, she joined the County Seat Kiwanis in 2001. Filipe has served as president of the club for two consecutive years.
She is currently the Lt. Governor of the Long Island North Division of Kiwanis, administering the nine clubs in the division. Recognizing her work on behalf of the club and community, County Seat Kiwanis recently presented Filipe with the “Kiwanian of the Year” award.
Filipe is also actively involved in the Carle Place Key Club and serves as the student’s club advisor. She has been a banker for over 34 years and is a senior vice president group director for Signature Bank in Garden City.
“Luisa is one of those leaders who accomplishes great things professionally and in the community but rarely calls attention to herself or what she has accomplished,” Nicolello said. “It is my honor to recognize Luisa for her tireless commitment to service and for her trailblazing leadership.”
