The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Kate Houck, Executive Director at David’s Refuge. David’s Refuge provides respite, resources and support to parents and guardians of children with special needs or life-threatening medical conditions. For more information about David’s Refuge please visit: www.davidsrefuge.org In our interview, Kate shared how her journey for…
Chris Bily – Founder, Owner and Creator of Original Grain
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Chris Bily. Chris is the Founder, Owner and Creator of Original Grain, XO Taco, Fly Bird, and Hot Stuff Sauce. Chris believes that, “Where you are is a culmination of life events, either large or small, that have such a huge impact on your decision making that…
An Interview with Timothy Shore, Owner of Buried Acorn Brewing
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Timothy Shore, Owner of Buried Acorn Brewing. Tim grew up in Central NY and after 10 years in the Chicago brew scene, he knew he wanted to move back to Syracuse to start his business, as well as be closer to family. To learn more check out…
An interview with DeeAnn Schaefer, the Humane Educator at the CNY Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (CNY SPCA)
In the interview below, The Faces of Syracuse sat down with DeeAnn Schaefer, the Humane Educator and Administrative Assistant at the Central New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (CNY SPCA). DeeAnn Schaefer has been in animal welfare for 22 years and started with the CNY SPCA about 5 years ago…
Sheila Austin, President and Executive Director of Emmaus Ministry
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Sheila Austin, the Executive Director of Emmaus Ministry. Learn about her journey as a missionary evangelist and passion for bringing resources to those with the most need in the city of Syracuse, NY. If you’d like to confidentially nominate someone that you’d like to see…
Marguerite Mitchell has a Passion for Performing Arts and Education in Syracuse, NY
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Marguerite Mitchell, Director of Education for Redhouse Arts Center. Marguerite shared the importance of growing her impact to help provide training and opportunities to youth who wouldn’t have had them otherwise. The Redhouse Arts Center is a professional, not-for-profit theater serving the community by providing leading and…
Year in Review: Looking Back at The Faces of Syracuse in 2021
The Faces of Syracuse sat down with our sponsors, Mark and Lisa Bethmann from BellCornerstone, to recognize the spotlight interviews of 2021. Three years ago, Mark Bethmann, President and CEO of BellCornerstone, was brought an idea of recognizing role models in our community. Mark believed that this was an opportunity to honor and showcase…