Transitions can’t be done in a quarter, said Marcy Syms, who ran the Syms company when it was public and now advises leaders on succession planning. “You have to sell it to the Street,” she said.
Blog Archives
The ERA: The Amendment is Just the Beginning
A new project bringing cutting-edge research, strategy and legal resources to the fight for gender-based equality was instituted at Columbia Law School’s Center for Gender and Sexuality Law (CGSL) In January, 2021.
ERA DAY, A DAY OF ACTIVISM
ERA activists joined each other at the home of Alice Paul, the author of the Equal Rights Amendment, for a day of education and offer women and men equal legal protections in America.
Gloria A Life
In a special performance hosted by the ERA Coalition/Fund for Women’s Equality, Christine Lahti starred as Gloria Steinem in Gloria, A Life.
Marcy Syms Hosts 2018 Elly Awards
Marcy Syms, Former Chairman and CEO of Syms Corporation, was the Chair of the 2018 Elly Awards on June 8th at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.
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Posted in ERA, Giving Back – Philanthropy- Advisory Boards, Academia, Mentoring, Women and Politics, Women in Business, Women in Business in the 21st Century
Tags: Deirdre Quinn, DOnna Shalala, FIT, Hillary Clinton, Joyce Brown, Kay Unger, Marcy Syms, Politics, SHila C. Johnson, Women in Politics, Women's Forum of New York
Tags: Deirdre Quinn, DOnna Shalala, FIT, Hillary Clinton, Joyce Brown, Kay Unger, Marcy Syms, Politics, SHila C. Johnson, Women in Politics, Women's Forum of New York
Marcy Syms to be Honored by American Friends of Reuth
On November 16, 2017, Marcy Syms will be honored by the American Friends of Reuth and presented with the Generation to Generation Award, on the occasion of their 80th anniversary.
Marcy Syms, Keynote Speakter at 2017 NYC Goods and Services Mentorship Program, Inaugural Class, Graduation Ceremony
Marcy Syms was the keynote speaker at the graduation ceremony of the inaugural class of the NYC Goods and Services Mentorship Program, NYC Department of Small Business Services.
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Marcy Syms speaks at Peapack-Gladstone Bank’s 2nd Annual Wealth Management Women’s Luncheon
On Friday, May 6, 2016 Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation hosted its 2nd Annual Wealth Management Women’s Luncheon, “Preserving Your Legacy.” Held at the Basking Ridge County Club, over 150 women attended as bank guests to hear special presentations from two renowned guest speakers.
MJ Sully, Esq., Managing Director, Trust Officer at Peapack-Gladstone Bank began with an insightful discussion on the challenges of preserving generational wealth in today’s world. The program continued with an engaging presentation by Arthur T. Vanderbilt, II, author and Former Deputy Attorney General of New Jersey, “A True Story of Transitioning Generational Wealth” with an accompanying slide show presentation depicting the history of the Vanderbilt family and fortune.
Marcy Syms, former CEO of Syms Corp and current President of Sy Syms Foundation and TPD Group, a multi-generational succession planning and consulting firm, presented “Planning a Successful Family Business Succession,” where she emphasized the importance of strong family connections and the challenges in running and transitioning a business.
2106 Gloria Awards: Women of Vision
On April 27, 2016, Marcy Syms will be among the recipients of the Gloria Award when The Ms. Foundation celebrates emerging and established feminists leading the way toward an equal society at the 28th Annual Gloria Awards: A Salute to Women of Vision at the Pierre Hotel In New York City.
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A Night of Comedy with Jane Fonda
On February 7, 2016, Marcy Syms will be co-hosting “A Night of Comedy with Jane Fonda” at Carolines on Broadway along with Abigail Disney, Carol Jenkins,
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Marcy Syms to moderate AFP Panel, Meet the Grantmakers: The Art of Getting on Their Radar and Staying There
Marcy Syms will be moderating a panel hosting by the APF, The Association of Professional Fundraisers on March 17, 2016 entitled “Meet the Grantmakers: The Art of Getting on Their Radar and Staying There” designed to help participants gain insight into the foundation funding process from grantmakers in the field! This dynamic conversation will provide attendees with insights into funders’ priorities, review process, impact measurement and overall investment in their grantee’s success.
WCD, Women Corporate Directors Cyber Security Panel, Atlanta, Ga
On November 4-5, Marcy Syms moderated a panel on Cyber Security Committees and Ways to Approach Risk for WCD, Women Corporate Directors, a 2 day high powered idea forum exploring compelling issues on the minds of today’s directors from the Americas and from around the world.
Sy Syms Foundation Brightens Mother’s Day for 500 at NYC Rescue Mission
Sy Syms Foundation Brightens Mother’s Day at NYC Rescue Mission. $100,000 in aid provides meals for 500 homeless women and children.
21 Leaders for the 21st Century
NEW YORK (WOMENSENEWS)–The interruption of the powerful narratives that shape and reinforce cultures is a primary requirement for the movement for the equality and equity of women and girls.
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Citimeals-on-Wheels, Power Lunch for Women 2014
Marcy Syms was among the 400 women who attended an invitation-only fundraiser for Citimeals-on-Wheels at the Plaza Hotel on November 21, 2014
American Heart Association Scientific Sessions Conference 2014
AHA Scientific Sessions, the premier cardiovascular research and instructional meeting in the world.
Leading With Respect, From the Backroom to the Boardrom, a compelling look at leadership from a retail fashion pioneer.