SYRACUSE — The YMCA of Central New York recently announced the leaders serving as its association board branch chairs for 2025–2026. Each brings a deep commitment to the Y’s mission of strengthening community, promoting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the nonprofit organization said. The branch chairs are as follows: Downtown Branch — Jordan […]
SYRACUSE — The YMCA of Central New York recently announced the leaders serving as its association board branch chairs for 2025–2026. Each brings a deep commitment to the Y’s mission of strengthening community, promoting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the nonprofit organization said. The branch chairs are as follows:
Downtown Branch — Jordan K. Davis
Born and raised on the South Side of Syracuse, Davis is a husband, father, and business owner dedicated to giving back to his community. His passion lies in educating others about finance and business ownership, helping to create pathways to economic empowerment for families across Central New York.
Manlius Branch — Patti Giancola Knutsen
A lifelong Central New Yorker, Knutsen brings nearly three decades of philanthropy experience to her role as Manlius Branch chair. She served 13 years at Syracuse University and nine years with the YMCA of Greater Syracuse, where she was instrumental in the creation of the East Area Family YMCA.
Hal Welsh East Area Family Branch — Pat Floyd-Echols
Floyd-Echols has served as East Branch board chair for the past three years and brings both personal and professional dedication to the YMCA. A retired school principal, she has long valued the Y as a safe place for her children to grow, learn to swim, and connect after school.
Southwest Branch — Shawn Edie
Edie, director of student orientation, leadership, and engagement at Onondaga Community College, combines his professional expertise in education with his passion for community service. In addition to leading the Southwest Branch, he serves as VP of the Marcellus School Board, is an active leader in scouting, and supports the Longhouse Council – Scouting America.
Arts & Education Branch — Carol Radin
A member of the Arts & Education Branch board for three years, Radin brings a wealth of experience from her career at Syracuse University and Cazenovia College. In retirement, she continues to uplift the community through volunteer work with the Interfaith Community Collective and contributes articles to CNY 55 Plus magazine.
Northwest Family Branch — Beth Greene Monaco
Greene Monaco is a project manager for new product development at Belden Inc. A graduate of Clarkson University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Greene Monaco has held various roles in her career, including design engineering, quality assurance, and product management. She is dedicated to community engagement, volunteering her time with the YMCA of Central New York and serving as a youth ice-hockey coach.
