The Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors unanimously agreed that  Joanne fully meets and exceeds these criteria and is proud to recognize her as our 2024 Honoree.
 

Joanne Benincasa enjoyed a very successful 32-year career in the beauty industry until she decided to join forces during the Covid pandemic with her husband and high school sweetheart, Joe, in The Joseph Benincasa State Farm Agency.  Joanne brought with her a wealth of expertise in marketing, advertising and business development which translated to a new social media platform, brand awareness and increased sales for the agency. Fully licensed in Property & Casualty and Life & Health insurance, Joanne is passionate about designing the best insurance policy to fit the needs and budget of her clients. As the agency’s notary public, Joanne is happy to provide that service to their clients as well as to the general public. Joanne’s dedication extends beyond her professional life; her efforts and contributions reflect her passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others by supporting many not-for-profit organizations across Long Island such as EJ’s PJ’s, The Michael Magro Foundation, This is My S.W.A.G and many others.  The Joseph Benincasa State Farm Agency, which opened its doors in Farmingdale in 2012, is also deeply committed to giving back to the community with programs such as their “Like a Good Neighbor Scholarship Award” with Farmingdale High School and their business internship with Farmingdale State College. 

Joanne has been an active board member of the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce since 2022, where she has helped support local businesses and foster community growth. She co-chairs the Comedy Night fundraiser, a highly anticipated annual event that brings business and community members together for a night of fun and laughter to raise money for the Farmingdale High School Scholarship Fund.  In 2023, Joanne also served as the chairperson for the FCC Small Business Season campaign, leading initiatives to promote and support small businesses within the community during the holiday shopping season.

Joanne said, “I am beyond grateful to have been awarded this prestigious honor by my fellow board members, which I proudly share with my husband, Joe, and our incredible staff. It is a privilege to serve on this board and to be a part of this wonderful community of Farmingdale, which for us is like home.”
 
Joanne will also be recognized at the NCCC’s 2024 Outstanding Businessperson of the Year Awards and Legislative Breakfast.  The Breakfast is scheduled on Friday, October 25th at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury from 7 am to 10 am.