The Weiss Family

Edwin & Ellen Weiss
Edwin Weiss is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the New York University School of Medicine. Ed has been a practicing physician since his graduation from Medical College of Virginia in 1969. He completed an Internal Medicine Residency at Albany Medical College and a Fellowship in Cardiology at the N.Y.U. School of Medicine. Ed has been invited to give lectures around the world and is a renowned expert in his field. Ellen is Ed’s office manager, running a very busy medical practice. She is a mother of four and grandmother to eight. Ellen contributes countless hours to ASW Cares for Kids and oversees all aspects of the foundation.

Josh Weiss & Brooke Bass
Josh and his wife, Brooke, live in Westchester County with their three children, Cooper, Nola and Reece. Josh is a litigator in New York. Josh practices in various areas of complex business litigation and international arbitration. Brooke, a retired attorney, now keeps busy taking care of the kids. Brooke and Josh are thankful to their friends who always contribute to make the fund a huge success.

Jessica & Michael Schwartz
Jessica, the second oldest of the Weiss children, is married to Michael and lives in West Harrison with their two boys, Jared and Aaron, and their daughter, Eden. Michael is an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in sports Medicine in private practice and on staff and White Plains Hospital. Jessica has put her career in retail on hold and is home with the kids. However, spends much of her time volunteering at both Jared and Aaron’s schools and donates her time heading up the ASW Cares for Kids’ silent auction every year.

Matthew Weiss & Sarah Caminker Weiss
Matthew and Sarah live in North Carolina with their pups, Molly and Mickey. Matthew is a sommelier by trade and works as the New York Market Manager for Wilson Daniels. He is ASW Cares for Kids own in-house wine expert. Matthew’s experience in the industry include running wine programs at BLT Prime, Bouley, GILT and ALTO. With his connections in the restaurant world, Matthew generates significant contributions from well known establishments around the city. Sarah works for PWC. She holds a BA in Communication and Business Writing from the University of California at Santa Barbara. Her experience in marketing, branding and fundraising helps support ASW Cares for Kids’ mission.

Alexander & Tara Cooper Weiss
Alexander and Tara Weiss live in northern New Jersey with Espresso, their rescue dog. Alex works as in IT. Previously, Alex served as a Special Investigator for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management and was an assistant to the President of the Sergeants Benevolent Association of the New York City Police Department. Tara is a Library Media Specialist at George Washington Middle School in Wayne, NJ and advises the school’s yearbook. Both Alex and Tara are committed to helping children and families in any way they can.