The Carousel Council

In an effort to build the capacity of the organization and board of directors, the Buffalo Heritage Carousel has founded a new affinity group: the Carousel Council, a team of young professionals and rising leaders led by Joan Bozer’s grandson, Daniel Bozer. Daniel has built up the council to 18 impressive members who are committed to assisting the board and planning events. The Carousel Council includes:

• Marisa Banas - Dir. Data Science & Modeling Integrated Speciality Coverages

• Daniel Bozer - Business Development Manager, Nautilus Solar

• Samantha Burfiend-Sherrill - Marketing Manager, AMC Health

• Ben Cranston - Attorney, Philips Lytle, LLC

• Ariel Davis - Account Executive, United Way of Buffalo and Erie County

• Zach Dewey - Senior Associate (Real Estate), Matias Lippes, LLC

• Paul DiNicolantonio - Financial Advisor, Dopkins Wealth Management

• Sally Ernst-Harrigan - Privacy Specialist, Independent Health

• Danielle Gmerek - Dir. of Guest Services Explore & More Children’s Museum

• Rachel Good - Community Engagement Coordinator, Arc Building Partners

• Davis Hough - Director of Parking, City of Buffalo

• Briandi Little - DEI Manager & Event Planner, Kaleida Health & Lazul Events

• John Malones - Director of Process Improvement, People Inc

• Emily Neimanis - Elementary Teacher, Cheektowaga CSD

• Stephen Russell - Director of Customer Experience, The Travel Team (Rich Products)

• Tracie Schafer - Interim CEO, Aquarium of Niagara

• Samuel Sherrill - Graphic Designer, Matias Lippes, LLC

• Alexis Webster - Major Gift Officer, Olmsted Parks Conservancy