HEWLETT, NY – June 8, 2026 – Theodore (Ted) Simmons joins the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library Board of Trustees with a diverse background in communications, journalism, and higher education. Elected to the Board with his term commencing in July 2026, Ted and his family have been proud Hewlett residents since 2020 and are active attendees of HWPL’s community events.

Professionally, Ted’s extensive public relations experience includes strategic work with Nike Communications. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Yeshiva University teaching business communications. As a prolific journalist who has interviewed a wide array of top entertainers and influencers, his bylines have appeared in premier publications such as Wine Enthusiast, The Spirits Business, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, and InsideHook.

An avid vinyl collector, Ted and his family are also deeply committed to animal rescue initiatives. He holds a Master’s degree from New York University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware.