THE CONNECTICUT WOMEN’S HALL OF FAME WELCOMES RAINA GIDDINGS AS THE NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Raina Giddings | Executive Director, CWHF
New Haven, CT- March 28, 2024—The Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame Board of Trustees proudly announces Raina Giddings's appointment as its new Executive Director. Giddings will succeed Sarah Lubarsky, who held the position for almost a decade. Giddings joins the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame (CWHF) with over 20 years of experience implementing program initiatives and collaborating with key stakeholders in Connecticut to drive positive impact. Her robust background in the corporate sector focuses on fundamental areas like inclusion and economic development. "I am honored to join the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame and am eager to build upon the incredible foundation laid by my predecessor,” said Giddings. With a focus on collaboration and empowerment, I am committed to expanding the Hall's impact across Connecticut.” “I am so delighted to welcome Raina as our new Executive Director,” said Geena Clonan, CWHF Founder and Trustee Emeritus. She has extensive experience and a deep commitment to women and girls. We are fortunate to have her leading our organization.”
Giddings holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Virginia State, an MBA from Albertus Magnus College, and professional certificates in public relations and diversity, equity, and inclusion. She previously served on the advisory board of The Connecticut Forum and was a previous member of the Governor’s Council on Women and Girls. She is currently the founder and CEO of Imprint to Impact LLC, a social impact consulting company. “The Hall extends its heartfelt gratitude to Sarah Lubarsky for her exceptional nine years of dedicated service,” said Desiree Wolfe, Chair of the Board of Trustees. “Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame.” Thomas Paik of Cowen Partners Executive Search led the executive search. Cowen Partners is a national executive search firm that enables organizations to harness the power of human capital to fuel their success. About the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame The mission of the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame (CWHF) is to honor the achievements of women by celebrating their legacies and telling their powerful stories, inspiring women and girls to realize their limitless potential. Founded in 1993 as the state’s premier resource for Connecticut women’s history, we accomplish our mission through education and community outreach programs for students and adults. The CWHF website, www.cwhf.org, is a “Virtual Hall” where visitors can explore all that CWHF offers. To join CWHF via social media, find and like ctwomen on Facebook and follow @ctwomen on Twitter.