Cheryl Benton of Glen Cove Honored with 2025 ICON Award from Long Island Business News

Glen Cove, NY – August 24, 2025 – The Three Tomatoes proudly congratulates its founder, Cheryl Benton of Glen Cove, who was honored on Thursday, August 21, with the prestigious 2025 ICON Award from Long Island Business News (LIBN).

The ICON Award celebrates leaders over the age of 60 who have made a lasting impact through professional achievement, mentoring, and community service. Benton exemplifies all of these qualities through her decades of leadership, innovation, and advocacy for women.

A Champion for Women’s Voices

In 2008, Benton founded The Three Tomatoes, a digital lifestyle magazine created to give women over 40 a vibrant voice and community at a time when they were often overlooked by mainstream media.

In 2019, she expanded her mission with The Three Tomatoes Book Publishing, which has already helped more than 70 authors—primarily women—bring their books to life, with 10 more currently in development.

This year, Benton launched The Three Tomatoes Giving Circle, which has raised and distributed $15,000 in grants to grassroots, women-led organizations making a tangible impact in their communities.

Global Impact and Local Pride

Benton’s advocacy extends far beyond Long Island. She has served as Board Chair of the Metropolitan New York Chapter of UN Women and chaired the NYC Leadership Council for Plan International USA, advancing equality and opportunities for women and girls in more than 100 countries.

A Legacy Worth Celebrating

“As both her daughter and colleague at The Three Tomatoes, my heart is bursting with pride,” said Roni Jenkins, Marketing Director, The Three Tomatoes. “What makes Cheryl truly iconic is not only her accomplishments, but the heart, vision, and generosity behind everything she does. This recognition is so well deserved.”

Benton was among the distinguished class of 2025 ICON honorees celebrated at the August 21 ceremony hosted by Long Island Business News.

About The Three Tomatoes

Founded by Cheryl Benton, The Three Tomatoes is a multi-faceted company dedicated to celebrating and empowering women at every stage of life. Through its digital magazine, book publishing division, live events, giving circle, and the annual Woman of Purpose Award, The Three Tomatoes amplifies women’s voices and achievements.

Learn more at www.thethreetomatoes.com.

Contact:
Roni Jenkins, Marketing Director
The Three Tomatoes