Published on April 1, 2026 | Staten Island Advance | Written by Carol Ann Benanti
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As Sundog Theatre expands its board of directors to 12 members, Danielle Raleigh Carr of Egger’s Ice Cream has been elected to serve.
Raleigh Carr is a lifelong Staten Island resident, entrepreneur and community advocate. A graduate of Curtis High School and Niagara University, she earned a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and hotel management and has built her career around creating spaces that bring people together and strengthen local connections.
She is the owner of Egger’s Ice Cream Parlor, which under her leadership has grown from a neighborhood ice cream shop into a hub for events, school partnerships and charitable initiatives. Raleigh Carr also owns Chocolate & Balloons by Egger’s, a full-service event and decor company.
In addition, she has volunteered with the Seamen’s Society for Children and Families for more than 10 years and works with the GRACE Foundation, reflecting her commitment to giving back to organizations that make a meaningful local impact.
“It’s an honor to join the board of Sundog Theatre, an organization that brings such meaningful arts programming directly into our schools and community,” Raleigh Carr said. “Their work is a powerful reminder of how important and far-reaching arts education truly is. The arts have always been a meaningful part of our family, so it’s especially rewarding to be part of an organization that brings creativity and artistic experiences directly to children in their schools.”
“We are delighted to welcome Danielle to our board,” said Susan Fenley, Sundog Theatre’s executive director. “In addition to her leadership experience and knowledge of board service, she brings a strong background in event planning and fundraising, making her an outstanding addition. She will complement the wide range of expertise on our board — and of course, owning Staten Island’s favorite ice cream provider is a sweet bonus.”
Raleigh Carr joins Fenley; board chair Marjorie Hack; treasurer Mark Giacalone, a vice president at Valley National Bank; and board members Dr. Nicole Reid Christopher, a leadership coach and former school principal; Chris Ferrera, founder of Comserv Connect; Phyllis Guglietta, a partner at Del Rey, Tanzi, Guglietta, D’Ambrosi CPAs LLP; Lorna Harris, a strategist and producer; Dr. Janet Leslie, founder of Gift of Experience and Leslie-Carter Group LLC; Anthony Lodico, an educational consultant and former DOE executive superintendent; Nicholas Pederson of the Law Office of Nicholas A. Pederson Esq.; and Alex Tronolone, a writer, editor and special educator.
