The Influential Woman

PHOTOS BY ALBERT JONES

From a young girl growing up in Rochester’s 19th Ward to a trailblazing real estate leader and now a rising force in the financial industry, Tysharda Thomas’s journey is one of resilience, passion, and impact. With a degree in Psychology from Hampton University, she has spent her career mastering the art of understanding people—whether through her 14 years of working with children, mentoring first-time homebuyers, or now guiding clients at ESL Federal Credit Union.Continue reading

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. Who is Jennifer Savastino?
I was born and raised in Syracuse NY, and I am a graduate of West Genesee High in 1990 and received my Bachelor of Science and my MBA from Lemoyne College. I’m a mom of three boys, one biological and two bonus and are all grown men now. Colin is one of our lead technicians at Gannon Pest Control, Daniel is Autistic and living his best life at home with me, and Joshua (my baby), is enjoying life in the US Navy out in California. I enjoy spending time with my family, my longtime partner Greg, and the many amazing people I am blessed to call friends. I am a Director with Syracuse Challenger Baseball, the largest Special Needs Baseball league in the country, on the Board of 100 Women Who Care of CNY and provide help and assistance with many other amazing not for profits in the Syracuse area.Continue reading