Board of Directors
 

Meet Our Board Chair: Brandon Beardsley

Brandon Beardsley has been a dedicated member of the Board of Directors for the past eight years. He previously served as Vice Chair before being appointed Chairman at the beginning of 2025.

Brandon brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and currently serves as a commercial banker with Genesee Regional Bank (GRB). He initially led the Bank’s Internal Audit department and later established its Risk Management function. Prior to GRB, he worked with PwC’s Risk Assurance team and a Syracuse-based startup specializing in regulatory compliance within the financial sector. His leadership in risk management, process development, and community engagement will help guide Camp Good Days as we continue to grow and serve those impacted by cancer and sickle cell anemia.

Beyond his professional achievements, Brandon is deeply committed to giving back to the Rochester community. He focuses exclusively on supporting local businesses and regularly volunteers with area charities. He also serves on the Finance Committee of Irondequoit Country Club and was recognized as a Rochester Business Journal “Forty under 40” honoree. Brandon holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from SUNY Geneseo and resides in Webster with his wife and two children.

Reflecting on his role with Camp Good Days, Brandon shared: “I am honored and humbled by this opportunity to continue helping Camp Good Days. The amount of good that Camp Good Days has done in the 46 years since Gary Mervis founded it is immeasurable. My goal is to ensure that his vision is carried on for the next 46 years and beyond.”

 

 
Board of Directors 


OFFICERS

Brandon Beardsley, Board Chair

Genesee Regional Bank

Christina Ambrose, Board Vice Chair

City of Rochester Fire Department

Donald DeBlase, Board Treasurer

DeBlase Property

Dr. Wendy Gladstone-Brown, Board Secretary

Marist College - Retired

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Matthew Anderson, Camp Chautauqua
  • Elisabeth (Beth) Curran, LaBella Associates
  • Mary Dadey, Community Member
  • Eric Foster, University of Rochester
  • Dr. Jean Joseph, University Of Rochester Medical Center
  • David Korones, MD, Golisano Children's Hospital
  • William Mahoney, U.S.M.A.
  • Dave Mattucci, Christa Construction
  • Bill McAuliffe, PICS Telecom
  • Jeffrey Messina, Upstate Orthopedics
  • Daniel Rivers, Tompkins Insurance
  • Patricia Stevens, New York State - Retired
  • Richard Tatar, TricorBraun
  • Kate Torok, St. John Fisher University
  • Frank Towner, Crossroad Enterprises
  • Jay Jay Vanderstyne, West Herr Toyota
  • Dr. Joseph Vasile, GRIPA
  • Todd Wisner, Fortress Securities Group, LLC

 
Teddi Project (Foundation) Board


BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Ronald "Togo" DeBellis, TricorBraun
  • Donald DeBlase, DeBlase Property
  • Dr. Mark Gestring, University of Rochester Medical Center
  • Richard Kaplan, The Caring Institute 
  • William Mahoney, U.S.M.A.

 

Associate Board


OFFICERS

Collin Preston, Board Chair

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tyler Adams, Vice Chair

Northwestern Mutual

Samantha Nickels, Events Chair

Greece Central Schools

 

Associate BOARD Members

  • Zachary Estabrooks, Brite
  • Shane Gurnee, Gurnee Enterprises LLC/Monroe County Department of Public Health
  • Chris Keyes, St. John Fisher University
  • Fiona Kraynik, NeuraFlash
  • Kyle Link, Sift
  • Jake Nelipowitz, YMCA of the North Shore
  • Nathan Nigolian, Aerotek
  • Jordyn Poole, URMC Golisano Children's Hospital
  • Collin Preston, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
  • Allison Smith, Wildstar Partners, LLC.