Perry Perlmutter recognized as Socially Responsible Leader
Perry Perlmutter (center, in blue shirt) opened a new community fridge in the Bronx with staff and people served by S:US with disabilities.
City & State NY
December 9, 2024
S:US President & CEO Perry Perlmutter was recognized among New York’s 100 civic-minded leaders. The City & State 2024 Responsible 100 includes a select group of individuals who exemplify what it means to be socially responsible – whether it’s through community engagement and volunteerism, diversity, equity and inclusion, ethics and transparency, or philanthropy and charity.
Learn more about Perry as he answered questions posed by the publication.
Job description
As president and CEO of Services for the UnderServed, I am responsible for our 2,000 employees and the 37,000 people who we serve annually. At S:US, we believe that housing is a human right and that everyone should be able to live a life of purpose. I love my job as CEO, because we are making a difference in many people’s lives and are working to make New York City a better and more inclusive place.
Defining social responsibility
S:US is a socially responsible organization as our work benefits people from all walks of life in New York City without judging people based on where they come from or who they are.
Best advice
The best piece of career advice I received from one of my bosses early on is to always continue to learn. Every day while working, you should try to do something interesting and learn something new. If you put your mind to it, it really isn’t very difficult.
Perry’s leadership continues to inspire S:US staff as we work to create a stronger, more equitable future for all New Yorkers.
The S:US Board, staff, and our community join in congratulating Perry on this well-deserved honor!