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Board Member Profile: Michael A. Troisi
Michael A. Troisi, a partner at Rivkin Radler LLP, represents insurance companies across the country in coverage lawsuits. He handles a wide range of first-party and property insurance issues, particularly in cases involving arson and fraud. Michael also counsels and represents insurers in investor frauds and Ponzi schemes.
Recently, Mike spent some time with us to talk about the Cinema and the importance of Board service.
CAC: What is one of your favorite memories at the Cinema?
Mike Troisi: There are many. A personal appearance by Alan Alda was great and, more recently, the thoughtful weekend program addressing Extremism and Hate speech.
CAC: What made you decide to contribute to our Cinema community through Board service?
MT: I was happy to serve on the Board when a spot became available. I think it is important to the community because the Cinema provides alternative programming (lectures, foreign or art house films) that are not available elsewhere on Long Island. It is extremely important that the Cinema remain a viable alternative for entertainment and the arts on Long Island.
CAC: What is most important to you about your role as a Board Member?
MT: The most important aspect of my role as a board member is to always place the long term interests of the Cinema at the forefront of our agenda. We are, of course, concerned with the present, but we are also mindful that decisions we make today will impact the future of the cinema.
CAC: What has been one of the most meaningful successes that you have helped make possible through your role as a Board Member?
MT: I don’t like to dwell on personal achievements because most successful outcomes are the result of a team effort—and the Cinema is no different in that regard. I did derive satisfaction from assisting the Cinema navigate through Covid by negotiating lease terms with the Town of Huntington, among other projects. I also take great pride in the fact that my firm, Rivkin Radler, has been a steadfast financial supporter of the Cinema.
CAC: What do you feel are some of the Cinema Arts Centre’s most important goals for our future?
MT: As for the future, it is obviously important that we expand our membership in order to ensure long-term viability. The Board believes strongly in diversity and inclusion and it is important that we double our efforts to bring diverse groups and people of all backgrounds into the Cinema as members and to have a place on our Board.
CAC: What would you say to someone who may be interested in learning more about our Board of Directors?
MT: If someone is interested in joining our Board of Directors, I encourage them to contact me or any other Board member. I think they will find us to be a welcoming group and we are open to new ideas and perspectives.
All of us at the Cinema Arts Centre are grateful for the contributions of Mike Troisi and all of our Board Members.
To catch up on previous Board Member Profiles, see our past newsletters HERE.
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