(Long Island, NY) January 30, 2003 -- Margot Dorfman, CEO of the U.S. Women’s Chamber of Commerce (USWCC) announces the appointment of Linda M. McCabe, President & CEO of American Patriot Glass, Inc., (a mobile auto glass replacement and repair company on LI), as the President of the New York State Affiliate of the USWCC. The official kick-off reception will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2003 from 6:00 - 8:00pm at the Omni Building in Uniondale. New York is one of many new USWCC affiliates being launched this year.

"Linda's experience includes moving from marketing to insurance, to operations and then rising to the president/CEO position," said Margot Dorfman. "With Linda's energy and knowledge of small business, her expertise will be a great asset as we roll out the New York State Affiliate."

"From my first encounter with the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce, I realized that this was an organization whose time had come. Women have made tremendous strides in business and are now poised to take their experience and knowledge to the next level," said Ms. McCabe. "I envision the New York Affiliate playing a crucial role in the development of outstanding business leaders in both entrepreneurial and corporate settings. Our state's business environment is vibrant, and women are a significant and creative force behind New York's success."

About the US Women's Chamber of Commerce

The USWCC, a not-for-profit501(c)6 organization, is the pre-eminent national women's chamber of commerce network whose mission is to develop leaders, accelerate economic growth and provide a community voice for women. Any woman or man joining the chamber becomes part of the national organization and local affiliate. More information on the USWCC can be found at www.uswomenschamber.com or by contacting the organization at (888) 861-9290.

For New York State Affiliate information email: dspiro@spirocommunications.com