Fulfill, a Jersey-Shore-based food bank dedicated to fighting hunger and ensuring food security in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Trustees. The new additions—Christine Gray, Antonio Ribeira, and Samantha Michaele—bring a wealth of expertise from the banking, finance, and higher education sectors, along with a shared commitment to community service.
“I’m delighted to welcome Christine, Antonio and Samantha to our board,” Susan Kyrillos, Fulfill’s board chair said. “Their leadership and varied expertise will be key as we grow and adapt to the urgent and evolving needs of those we serve across Monmouth and Ocean Counties.”
The new board members join Fulfill at a crucial time, as the organization continues to adapt its services to meet the growing demand for food assistance. The diverse skill sets of Gray, Ribeira, and Michaele are expected to provide fresh perspectives and innovative strategies to help Fulfill achieve its mission.
“The strength of our Board of Trustees is vital to fulfilling our mission,” Kyrillos added. “This new slate of board members brings fresh insights and diverse expertise that will help advance our goals of food security and better serve our community.”
The new board members
Gray currently serves as SVP, chief of staff to the president and COO at OceanFirst Bank and is a Point Pleasant resident. Her expertise draws on more than 20 years of experience in commercial and retail banking.
Ribeira is the principal-in-charge of HBK’s Holmdel office and works as a public accountant. He has experience working with smaller private companies, not-for-profit entities, government entities and benefit plans, providing audit, tax and consulting services.
Michaele currently works as the director of business services for the School of Social Work at Rutgers University and is currently pursuing her MBA at Rutgers Business School. She brings over a decade of experience in higher education as an accomplished business manager.
