Gary Koretzky, Sharon McMullen, Peter Frazier, and Patricia Wynn Named the May Community Hero of the Month

Tompkins Chamber, in partnership with the Tompkins Trust Companyr, has named four individuals from Cornell University as the May 2021 recipients of the Community Hero of the Month Awards, which recognize individuals from Tompkins County who have significantly impacted our community.
Gary Koretzky, Vice Provost for Academic Integration, Sharon McMullen, Assistant Vice President of Student & Campus Life for Health and Well-being, Peter Frazier, Associate Professor in the School of Operations Research and Information Engineering, and Patricia Wynn, Assistant Vice President for Student and Campus Life, are recognized for their significant work throughout the last fourteen months to help Cornell University, as well as the Ithaca and Tompkins County communities, respond to the COVID19 pandemic. Their expertise and hard work helped to protect students, staff, faculty, and the community from the possible health and economic consequences brought on by the public health crisis.
Jennifer Tavares, President and CEO of the Tompkins Chamber, shared her appreciation for the foursome, “Without the personal sacrifice and hard work of these four honorees from Cornell University, and the teams they’ve led, Ithaca and Tompkins County could not have responded so swiftly and brilliantly to the biggest challenge of our time.” She added, “Their impact is significant, and we are very grateful for the chance to publicly honor them.”
Tompkins Trust Company President and CEO Greg Hartz added, “We are pleased to present this award to these four individuals who have made such immense contributions throughout the last year and thank them for their dedication and commitment to our community.”
The four individuals from Cornell University will receive a Community Hero of the Month plaque and a few additional surprises from Tompkins Trust Company.

About Tompkins Trust Company

Founded in 1836, Tompkins Trust Company has 13 locations in Tompkins County, Cortland, Auburn, and Syracuse. Bank services include complete lines of consumer deposit accounts and loans, business accounts and loans, as well as trust and investment services and leasing. Insurance services are offered through Tompkins Insurance Agencies, and wealth management services are offered through Tompkins Financial Advisors. Further information about the bank is available at www.tompkinstrust.com.

About Tompkins Chamber

With over 650 active members, the Tompkins Chamber is dedicated to making our community a great place to live and work. The Chamber is a progressive, forward-thinking organization dedicated to promoting business in our region by being the community’s nexus. The mission of the Tompkins Chamber is to foster sustainable economic growth through service to our members, strategic advocacy, workforce development, destination marketing, and quality-of-life investments.

About Community Hero of the Month 

The Tompkins Trust Company, in partnership with the Tompkins Chamber, is pleased to announce the launch of the Community Hero of the Month Awards, which will give deserving recognition to individuals from Tompkins County who have significantly impacted our community. The program will begin March 2021 and will announce community heroes each month.

Tompkins Trust Company President and CEO Greg Hartz shared his excitement for the new program, “We are looking forward to honoring these incredible community heroes who have done so much for Tompkins County and are pleased to collaborate with the Tompkins Chamber on this important and meaningful initiative” Hartzadded, “It is especially important to recognize the accomplishments of community members who have stepped up this past year, as COVID-19 has had a tremendous impact on the entire community.”

“This is a wonderful way for us partner with Tompkins Trust Company and show gratitude to these deserving community members who have demonstrated exemplary service to our community,” said Jennifer Tavares, President & CEO of the Tompkins Chamber. “We’re excited to highlight how much the Trust Company and Tompkins Chamber alike value strong leadership and commitment to our community with the establishment of this new recognition program.”

The monthly winners will receive a Community Hero of the Month plaque and a few additional surprises from Tompkins Trust Company.

The Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce "Community Hero of the Month" series is sponsored by Tompkins Trust Company

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