Cindy Straitiff Yancey has been actively engaged in various leadership roles within the nonprofit sector since 2017, currently serving as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra and Chair of the Advisory Council for the Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Additionally, Cindy has held a position on the Board of Directors for Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester since July 2019. Prior to their nonprofit involvement, Cindy had a lengthy career at Constellation Brands, retiring in June 2016 after 15 years of service. Cindy earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University at Buffalo, where studies took place from 1978 to 1982.