2024 ANNUAL DINNER GALA

Join us for this wonderful event comprised of a rich cocktail hour, a three-course plated dinner, and unlimited prime liquor open-bar all night long !

BIOGRAPHICAL NOTE

Brother Thomas S. Tripodianos is the Managing Partner at Welby, Brady & Greenblatt, LLP, where he plays a pivotal role in all facets of construction, labor, and employment law. His firm serves a diverse clientele, including buyers, sellers, lenders, developers, general contractors, construction managers, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, sureties, and other key entities, offering indispensable legal services across the industry.

As a first-generation Greek American, Mr. Tripodianos developed a keen interest in real estate and construction law from his early experience managing properties for his family’s business in Queens. He is a respected mentor for emerging attorneys, providing valuable leadership and insights. Additionally, he is skilled in Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Mr. Tripodianos is actively involved with several prestigious organizations:

• New York Building Congress: He contributes to numerous committees, including Construction Law, Education, Arts & Culture, Energy & Sustainability, Government Affairs, Planning, Growth & Sustainability, Public Building & Procurement, and Transportation & Infrastructure.
• Past President: Construction Financial Manager Association, New York City Chapter.
• Past President: Hudson Valley Builders and Remodelers Association; served as Education Committee Chair, Grievance Committee Chair, and Membership Committee Member.
• New York State Builders Association: Secretary, Executive Board Member, and Chairman of the Legal Defense Fund.
• Lorman Faculty Member. Frequent speaker at various national and local professional and trade organizations such as Lorman, the International Risk Management Institute and Building Realty Institute
• American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA): Delphi Chapter 25.
• Parish Council Member: Assumption of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church, Danbury, CT.
• Free and Accepted Masons.

Mr. Tripodianos has earned notable recognition for his professional excellence, including:

• Martindale-Hubbell's Preeminent AV Rating
• Super Lawyer
• Top Attorneys in New York Metro/Westchester

Above all, Thomas is a dedicated family man. He is the son of Greek immigrants, with his father hailing from Crete and his mother from Karpenissi. Thomas is married to Kleanthi also the daughter of Greek immigrants whose father is from Athens and mother is from Crete. She is a Greek school teacher, active member of the Philoptochos Society and Civic Engagement Chairperson of the Women’s Club of Danbury New Fairfield.

Together, they have two remarkable children: Angelica, a senior and Army ROTC cadet at Penn State University, who will commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army upon graduation furthering her studies in Physician Assistant School, and Steven, a junior and Army ROTC cadet at Virginia Tech, who is also set to become a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army upon graduation and will continue onto Law School to join the Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch of the U.S. Army.

For any further information please visit www.AHEPA25.org or contact via email to: [email protected]

THOMAS TRIPODIANOS, ESQ.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

583 Park Ave, 583 Park Avenue, New York, United States