Meet Our Directors
General Chair
Vice Chair/ Immediate Past Chair
Vice Chair/ Immediate Past Chair
Alli Rubio
Alli’s desire to volunteer came from her mother. For as long as she can remember her mom volunteered with the Flower Market at the Market Memories Tent, which she still does. Alli says “it’s such an amazing opportunity to give back to our local community and make a difference in the lives of children”.
Vice Chair/ Immediate Past Chair
Vice Chair/ Immediate Past Chair
Vice Chair/ Immediate Past Chair
Christine Lennick
She has been volunteering for over 10 years and was introduced to the Wilmington Flower Market through our past chair Karen, who she knows through working together at MBNA and Bank of America. Christina says “To volunteer for Wilmington Flower Market is truly a rewarding experience. I wish more people would join us!”
vicechair@wilmingtonflowermarket.org
Director of Publicity
Assistant Director of Grounds
Director of Publicity
Alyssa Moore
Meet Me! Alyssa the Director of Marketing. The voice behind our Facebook, Instagram, our website and all things marketing. I participate in the Flower Market in memory of my father James Malick who was a volunteer for many years, supporting the Flower Market and children of Delaware was his passion. I have experience in Marketing, and I strive to share the Flower Market to get more people involved in our amazing organization. publicity@wilmingtonflowermarket.org
Director of Retail
Assistant Director of Grounds
Director of Publicity
Annie Gallagher
Annie was born and raised in Wilmington, DE, went to Wilmington Friends School as a lifer and Mary Baldwin College in Virginia. She has attended the Wilmington Flower Market for about 72 years! She professionally worked for 20 years for U.S. Senator Bill Roth. She went on to serve for 13 years as the Congressional Public Affairs Liaison with the Philadelphia Regional Office of The Social Security Administration. After that she retired, and worked part time for then U. S. Congressman John Carney.
Her kids are the light of her life.
Director of Grounds
Assistant Director of Grounds
Assistant Director of Grounds
Lauren Hayes
She has been involved with the Flower Market for many years. She started volunteering when two of her friends, now former board members asked her to join. Lauren grows up in Wilmington and follows in her mother's footsteps as she also volunteered at the Flower Market. Lauren started as co-chair of rides which then evolved into Director of Entertainment which included ride and games. As the organization evolved her role of selling tickets was no longer needed due to Magic Money implemented in most fairs and events. As she still wanted to continue volunteering, she accepted her current role Director of Grounds. This is her first year in this position, but she has a lot of help from former directors Janet & John. She says, “she is happy to carry on the tradition for many years to come”.
grounds@wilmingtonflowermarket.org
Assistant Director of Grounds
Assistant Director of Grounds
Assistant Director of Grounds
Philip A. Robino
Growing up and living in Delaware, after attending Archmere Academy and Syracuse University, he spent time in both the real estate and restaurant industries, where he learned how to connect with people and make sure they had great experiences. He says "Juggling many tasks and timelines is a daily task for me and the sense of accomplishment brings me great joy".
Director of Beneficiaries
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Miriam Stevens
She found her passion for the Wilmington Flower Market first by bringing her family for 16 years to the Market. As the Director of Beneficiaries Miriam helps identify and distribute the funds, we raise to programs dedicated to improving the lives of Delaware’s children. Miriam says “THIS is where the many tireless hours of the WFM volunteers come to fruition. Raising funds and working with a diverse collection of agencies to improve opportunities for the children of Delaware."
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Samantha Meis
Director of Foods
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Director of Plants
Amy Malick
Amy first started volunteering with the Wilmington Flower Market the first year we introduced the Beer Garden. Her husband James Malick first started volunteering with the Flower Market and was very passionate about it, inspiring all to get involved. Amy says, “Jim loved the Flower Market and I wanted to support him and his passion to raise money for the children of Delaware”. Ever since Amy has run the Beer Garden and now the Foods with the help and support of friends and family. Amy’s why is James and all of the children it helps in her home state. She continues to volunteer in his memory.
Director of Plants
Assistant Director of Beneficiaries
Director of Plants
Kristin Jeanson
She is new this year on the Board, enticed to join by current members’ exuberant passion and the promise of improving local children’s lives through the many beneficiary organizations. She says " I am not a horticultural expert, but, I am excited to work with and contribute to the amazing team bringing joy each Spring to the greater Wilmington community." The Plant Tents harken back to the early history of the Flower Market and continue to be a key component of the event.
Director of Sponsorships
Director of Sponsorships
Director of Sponsorships
Nora McCafferty
This is Nora’s first year of officially volunteering with us. The Wilmington Flower Market has always been a loved event for her family and friends to attend. When approached about volunteering on the Board of the Flower Market she jumped on the opportunity. She is honored to be a part of such a wonderful organization that gives back to the local community and makes a difference in the lives of Delaware’s children. sponsorships@wilmingtonflowermarket.org
Treasurer
Director of Sponsorships
Director of Sponsorships
Karin Meis
She has been involved with the Flower Market since 2009 holding positions in Beneficiaries and Treasury. She joined the team after being “strongly” encouraged by her boss at the time whose family was very involved. It has been a very important part of her life that she has enjoyed sharing with her daughter, who now serves on the Board too. Karin says, “We have helped so many children of Delaware over the years and it’s always been my favorite part to hand out the money in the end”. She also likes going back to visit the organizations and having them share the successes of their agencies through the use of our funds she says it is “extremely rewarding”.
treasurer@wilmingtonflower.org
Secretary
Director of Sponsorships
Secretary
Lindsey DiSabatino
Growing up in Wilmington, the Wilmington Flower Market was always the highlight of Lindsey's year. Some of her fondest memories were created there. As Lindsey grew older, she realized that WFM was not only about the fun and festivities but also about giving back. The event supports many local charities, and knowing that it helps those in need makes it even more special. Now, Lindsey is thrilled to contribute to the event that gave her so much joy as a child. As a Highlands resident, she is proud to support it as it continues to create memories in her own "backyard" and make a difference for generations to come.