2019 Nominees
Beth D'Amato, VP, Commercial Lending at Dime Bank
Beth worked as a Manager in the family business prior to her 28 year career in commercial banking; her experience includes sales, risk analysis, credit management and most significantly, commercial lending. She serves on the Board of the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center where she is Assistant Treasurer and served on the Gala Committee and the Hog Wild fundraiser committee. Beth serves on the Board of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and is Secretary of the Board. She served on the Athena Award Committee, Nominating Committee, Citizen of the Year Committee, Duck Race Committee, and Bylaws Revision Committee. She volunteers for the duck race and Virtu Art Festival. She's a Board Member for the Rhode Island Bankers Association. She's volunteered for United Way, WARM Center, Always Home, and St. Vincent de Paul Society. She has served on the Auxiliary Board of L & M Hospital and is Assistant Treasurer. She also serves on the Finance Committee, By Laws & Policy Committee and the Fundraising Committee for the Auxiliary. She was Corporator at Milford Hospital and a is member of the SECT Women's Network. She received the WBLQ community service award in 2018 and has won many awards at Dime Bank. Beth is a resident of Westerly, RI.
Beth worked as a Manager in the family business prior to her 28 year career in commercial banking; her experience includes sales, risk analysis, credit management and most significantly, commercial lending. She serves on the Board of the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center where she is Assistant Treasurer and served on the Gala Committee and the Hog Wild fundraiser committee. Beth serves on the Board of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and is Secretary of the Board. She served on the Athena Award Committee, Nominating Committee, Citizen of the Year Committee, Duck Race Committee, and Bylaws Revision Committee. She volunteers for the duck race and Virtu Art Festival. She's a Board Member for the Rhode Island Bankers Association. She's volunteered for United Way, WARM Center, Always Home, and St. Vincent de Paul Society. She has served on the Auxiliary Board of L & M Hospital and is Assistant Treasurer. She also serves on the Finance Committee, By Laws & Policy Committee and the Fundraising Committee for the Auxiliary. She was Corporator at Milford Hospital and a is member of the SECT Women's Network. She received the WBLQ community service award in 2018 and has won many awards at Dime Bank. Beth is a resident of Westerly, RI.
Amanda Nall, Owner of Bogue's Alley
Amanda worked at Bogue's Alley while she commuted to Johnson and Wales for 5 years. She always had an eye for acquiring the business. After purchasing Bogue's Alley in 2014, she became immersed in the downtown business community. She forged relationships in Westerly and Pawcatuck with every small business owner, always looking for ways to cross promote and support one another. She actively participates in round table discussions with the police department, first selectmen and chamber of commerce on matters such as community safety, speeding, shoplifting, vandalism and parking. She has come to the aid of her fellow business owner during emergency situations. Bogue's Alley has won 6 First Place awards in "The Sun's Reader's Choice Awards" in the categories of Best Caterer and Best Sandwich. Amanda supports many non-profit organizations with fundraisers at her deli ranging from D-Strong, Relay for Life, sports teams, autism awareness, school events and the Rhode Island Honor Flight. She was recognized with a WBLQ Community Service Award for her outstanding support of various non-profits in the region and her compassion for all in her community. Amanda is a resident of Westerly.
Amanda worked at Bogue's Alley while she commuted to Johnson and Wales for 5 years. She always had an eye for acquiring the business. After purchasing Bogue's Alley in 2014, she became immersed in the downtown business community. She forged relationships in Westerly and Pawcatuck with every small business owner, always looking for ways to cross promote and support one another. She actively participates in round table discussions with the police department, first selectmen and chamber of commerce on matters such as community safety, speeding, shoplifting, vandalism and parking. She has come to the aid of her fellow business owner during emergency situations. Bogue's Alley has won 6 First Place awards in "The Sun's Reader's Choice Awards" in the categories of Best Caterer and Best Sandwich. Amanda supports many non-profit organizations with fundraisers at her deli ranging from D-Strong, Relay for Life, sports teams, autism awareness, school events and the Rhode Island Honor Flight. She was recognized with a WBLQ Community Service Award for her outstanding support of various non-profits in the region and her compassion for all in her community. Amanda is a resident of Westerly.
Angela Smith, Administrator at Westerly Medical Center
Angie has worked in the medical field for over 42 years. In recent years, she was also active with her real estate license. Recognized as a "Living Legend of Westerly", Angie has built a life around community engagement and volunteerism. She focused on groups that sparked her passion such as Westerly Yacht Club, Dante Society and cancer outreach groups. She has spent many years as a Board member of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and served on dozens of committees and a term as Chairman. She joined the Westerly Lions Club and rose through the ranks to become the first female President. She supports the Friends of the Westerly Library events and has served on the ATHENA Committee and Westerly 350 committee. She chaired two galas and serves on the Light Parade Committee. She served on the Advisory Board of RI Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Angie's past awards include being recognized by the Westerly Armory in 2019 with a Community Service award. She received the "Partner in Philanthropy" Award, presented by the RI Association of Fundraising professionals in 2005. She won the Chamber of Commerce Key Award in 2004 and was named Citizen of the Year in 2012. Angie is a resident of Westerly, RI.
Angie has worked in the medical field for over 42 years. In recent years, she was also active with her real estate license. Recognized as a "Living Legend of Westerly", Angie has built a life around community engagement and volunteerism. She focused on groups that sparked her passion such as Westerly Yacht Club, Dante Society and cancer outreach groups. She has spent many years as a Board member of the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and served on dozens of committees and a term as Chairman. She joined the Westerly Lions Club and rose through the ranks to become the first female President. She supports the Friends of the Westerly Library events and has served on the ATHENA Committee and Westerly 350 committee. She chaired two galas and serves on the Light Parade Committee. She served on the Advisory Board of RI Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Angie's past awards include being recognized by the Westerly Armory in 2019 with a Community Service award. She received the "Partner in Philanthropy" Award, presented by the RI Association of Fundraising professionals in 2005. She won the Chamber of Commerce Key Award in 2004 and was named Citizen of the Year in 2012. Angie is a resident of Westerly, RI.
Beth-Ann Stewart, Executive Director, Stonington Community Center, Inc.
Beth's career path includes working as a Probation Officer, Domestic Violence Victim's Advocate, Special Education Counselor, Private Therapist, mental health consultant and social service executive. As Stonington's Human Services Director, she built sustainable programs including a Community Garden, a teen prom shop, counseling services and summer camps. She chaired mentoring programs, procured resources for Board of Education projects and founded holiday events. Her grant writing generated over $5 million in funds. She joined the Stonington Como in 2012 and led a major renovation adding new programs, updating their racket sports and establishing a STEAM program. Beth volunteered for the Higher Order Thinking School Committee, the West Vine Street School enrichment program, the Chorus of Westerly, and the Rotary Club. She has served 11 years on the board of Always Home. She was Board President and secured grants for a shelter for MASH. Beth served on the Salve Regina Alumni Achievement Award Committee. She received the Paul Harris Fellow Award, the St. Edmunds Medal of Honor, a State Commendation and the Salve Regina University Alumni Achievement Award. Beth Ann is a resident of Groton, CT.
Beth's career path includes working as a Probation Officer, Domestic Violence Victim's Advocate, Special Education Counselor, Private Therapist, mental health consultant and social service executive. As Stonington's Human Services Director, she built sustainable programs including a Community Garden, a teen prom shop, counseling services and summer camps. She chaired mentoring programs, procured resources for Board of Education projects and founded holiday events. Her grant writing generated over $5 million in funds. She joined the Stonington Como in 2012 and led a major renovation adding new programs, updating their racket sports and establishing a STEAM program. Beth volunteered for the Higher Order Thinking School Committee, the West Vine Street School enrichment program, the Chorus of Westerly, and the Rotary Club. She has served 11 years on the board of Always Home. She was Board President and secured grants for a shelter for MASH. Beth served on the Salve Regina Alumni Achievement Award Committee. She received the Paul Harris Fellow Award, the St. Edmunds Medal of Honor, a State Commendation and the Salve Regina University Alumni Achievement Award. Beth Ann is a resident of Groton, CT.
Dr. Rebecca Woodward, Dentist at Rebecca Woodward and Adam Kaufman, DMD
"Becky" is a practicing dentist and business partner with her husband Adam Kaufman, where she has worked for 28 years. She is passionate about dental health, and with a Hollywood smile herself, she is the best possible advertisement for oral care. Her hybrid Prius with the license plate "flossem" provides a lighthearted and encouraging, yet important reminder for self care. Her volunteer service includes serving on the YMCA Board of Directors and teaching preventative care at pre-schools and health fairs. She is a hands-on advocate for youth sports. She has coached youth soccer and girls lacrosse for many years, where she teaches skills and sportsmanship with passion. She has dedicated many hours in the field concession stand and with various booster fundraisers. She has mentored 4 students, sharing her experience and impacting their lives. As an amateur photographer and a painter, Becky often contributes works to support local charity fundraisers. She also teaches and shares her talents with others at Avondale Arts in Watch Hill. She is a resident of Westerly.
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