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Andria Berkin-Schneiderman

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A Life Reclaimed and Redefined

 

At 24, Andria Berkin-Schneiderman faced a life-altering challenge: a diagnosis of Stage 4 lymphoma. For a young woman full of ambition, joy, and purpose, it was devastating. She had noticed subtle, unsettling “whispers” in her body, but her concerns were initially dismissed. Over a year later, the cancer’s presence and spread were confirmed.

 

“My identity became a cancer patient,” Andria recalls. The treatments were grueling, ravaging her body—but never her spirit. In that darkness, she made a vow: if she survived, she would dedicate her life to developing effective health initiatives. That promise has shaped her journey ever since.

 

A Career with Purpose

 

When her young daughter faced health concerns, Andria found immediate answers and treatment at Hackensack University Medical Center. Moved by the team’s expertise and compassion, she offered her marketing skills pro bono, blending her professional talent with personal gratitude. Recognized as a true tour de force by her peers, Andria was appointed to the hospital’s board of trustees.

 

In 2016, when HUMC merged with Meridian Health to form New Jersey’s largest healthcare network, Andria joined the new “megaboard.” Her vision and energy launched transformative programs including but not limited to: the HMH High School Career Academy, New Jersey’s Blue Ribbon Task Force for Maternal Fetal Health, and statewide initiatives supporting pediatric care, behavioral health, autism, and women’s health.

 

“A true continuum of care includes emotional wellness,” she emphasizes. Each program blends world-class medicine with emotional support for patients and families.

 

Venturing Beyond

 

Andria’s impact extends far beyond the hospital. She serves on the board of the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation (FEHSF), where her late husband also served. FEHSF supports federal law enforcement families, providing critical financial assistance to those injured or killed in the line of duty. Through her strategic leadership, Andria has revitalized the foundation’s marketing, amplified visibility, and strengthened connections with federal agencies—ensuring the mission reaches those who need it most.

 

The Woman Behind the Mission

 

Andria’s guiding principle is clear: “I need to be the person my two young daughters aspire to become.” From cancer survivor to healthcare advocate and philanthropic leader, her life is defined by resilience, compassion, and purpose.

 

“I believe I was spared for a reason,” she says. “Everyone has a story. I hope mine inspires those who need it most. That’s what drives me.”

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Andria Berkin-Schneiderman
Board of Trustees: Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH)
Board of Directors/Chief Marketing Officer: Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation (FEHSF)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andria-schneiderman-0084341a0/