Canisius Alumnae Among Most Influential

September 28, 2023
Philip Metres

BUFFALO, NY – Three Canisius alumnae earned a place on Business First's 2023 Women of Influence list.  Business First is considered a top source of local business news and events in Western New York. It’s annual Women of Influence list recognizes the business acumen and community spirit of 25 Western New York women. Recipients are chosen based on their ability to rise above a very talented pool of competitors.

Congratulations to the following Canisius alumnae named to the 2023 Women of Influence:

Margaret Paroski '76, MD, MMM - President, chief executive officer and chief medical officer for Catholic Medical Partners;

Chandra Redfern '99 - Chief executive officer of Buffalo Federation Neighborhood Centers; and

Siobhan Smith '88 - Founder and co-president of Catapult Executive Consulting.

Canisius was founded In 1870 In Buffalo, NY, and Is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities In the U.S. Consistently ranked among the top institutions in the Northeast, Canisius offers undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs distinguished by close student-faculty collaboration, mentoring and an emphasis on ethical, purpose-driven leadership.