{"id":7030471,"date":"2026-08-06T16:18:07","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T16:18:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/insurance\/north-star-stories-why-we-go-red\/"},"modified":"2026-08-06T16:18:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T16:18:07","slug":"north-star-stories-why-we-go-red","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7030471","title":{"rendered":"North Star Stories: Why We Go Red"},"content":{"rendered":"


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For more than three decades, NYCM Insurance has proudly
\nsupported the American Heart Association (AHA). This includes sponsoring America’s
\nGreatest Heart Run & Walk<\/a><\/b>, the Kids\u2019 Heart Challenge<\/b>, donating
\nequipment and toys for the Recess Reboot<\/b> initiative, providing AHA Hands-Only
\nCPR<\/b> training for NYCM employees<\/a>, and raising awareness for women\u2019s heart
\nhealth each year on National Go Red Day<\/b>.<\/p>\n

This year was no exception. In recognition of February as
\nAmerican Heart Month, we illuminated our Edmeston headquarters and our branch
\noffice in Sherburne. Team NYCM also showed up in full force for National Go
\nRed Day on February 6.
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We asked team members:<\/p>\n

What does “going red” mean
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\n\u201cShowing my voice \u2014 to let everyone know we must do more to fight heart
\ndisease and stroke. These issues have impacted my family in so many ways.\u201d<\/i>
\n\u2013 Joann, Project Management<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cIt
\nmeans educating and advocating for better health and providing support. Spreading
\nawareness helps reduce risks.\u201d<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Kayla, Customer Service
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<\/span><\/b>\u201cAwareness. I have been involved with the AHA a lot over
\nthe years and know people who have had heart problems. Awareness is key. Taking
\ntime to learn CPR is important. Fundraising for research is important.\u00a0 <\/span>It starts with awareness<\/span><\/i>.\u201d<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Bob, Application
\nDevelopment<\/span><\/p>\n

Is there a moment, person, or
\nexperience that inspired you to support the AHA?<\/span><\/h4>\n


\n\u201cMy best friend Danielle was born with a congenital heart condition. She is
\nliving with issues currently.\u201d<\/i> <\/span>\u2013 <\/span>Ashley, Project Management<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHeart disease<\/a> is prominent in my family on both sides\u2014in men and women. \u00a0<\/span>My dad had a mini heart attack and my friends
\nhave nearly died from preeclampsia. Everyone you know has been affected by
\nheart disease in some way, whether it’s directly or indirectly.\u201d<\/span><\/i> \u2013 Lexia, Distribution\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cNYCM has always inspired me to be more supportive, given
\nthe immense organizational support they have displayed over the years.\u201d <\/span><\/i>\u2013 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Travis, Product Management<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

How does \u201cGoing Red\u201d reflect NYCM’s values?<\/span><\/h4>\n

\u201cIt reflects NYCM’s culture and how we embrace our
\ncommunity and come together as a team to do events like these!<\/i>\u201d \u2013 Alicia,
\nUnderwriting<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cTaking part in the Wear Red initiative promotes NYCM’s
\nvalue of embracing community, as the initiative involves many people.\u00a0 <\/span>When we all wear red, we show our community
\nthat we value taking care of ourselves and helping others with heart issues.<\/i>\u201d \u2013
\nJulie, Auto Claims<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cNYCM culture makes it
\neasy for individuals to contribute to important causes in small ways that add
\nup. It may not feel like any one person can make much of an impact on their
\nown, but being part of a team reminds us that people are a powerful force of
\nchange when united!<\/i>\u201d \u2013 Joanna, Product Management<\/span><\/p>\n


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\u201cAt NYCM, we believe by
\n“going red” we are able to recognize American Heart Month and
\nshowcase our commitment to supporting the American Heart Association. By
\nsupporting causes and organizations dedicated to giving others hope for a
\nbetter tomorrow, we can make our communities stronger and, with the help of the
\nAHA, our hearts healthier.<\/i>\u201d \u2013 Kelly Pylinski, NYCM Division Manager of Brand
\nManagement and Heart Run & Walk committee member<\/p>\n

NYCM Insurance is once again
\nproud to sponsor America\u2019s Greatest Heart Run & Walk, Saturday,
\nMarch 7, 2026.<\/b> To learn more
\nabout the Heart Run & Walk and the American Heart Association, visit here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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