The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Sheila Dion. Sheila is the founder & director of Erin’s Angels, a nonprofit organization dedicated to feeding children. Sheila started Erin’s Angels in 2017, and over the years it has grown into a well-respected and effective food insecurity organization, with a team of dedicated volunteers. Sheila is…
An interview with Erin Bolowsky, PT, DPT, Practice Manager at Summit Physical Therapy
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Erin Bolowsky, PT, DPT, Practice Manager at Summit Physical Therapy. Erin runs the Cicero, NY Location. She completed both her undergraduate degree and graduate degree at Utica College. Erin is Summit’s only Certified Pelvic Health Specialist treating both Men, Women and Children. To learn more about…
An interview with Michael John Heagerty, Founder of Wildflowers Armory
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Michael John Heagerty to talk about his love for Syracuse and Wildflowers Armory. In 2018 Wildflowers Armory was created as a need from growing out of pop-ups over town – it was time for a long-term shop. Wildflowers Armory opened May 4th of 2018. The mission…
We recently sat down with Jordan Zapisek, Founder of On My Team16
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Jordan Sheridan Zapisek, Founder of On My Team16. On May 29, 2014, Jordan’s younger brother, Jack Sheridan, was diagnosed with leukemia. Jack was a sophomore in high school at Christian Brothers Academy playing baseball at the time of his diagnoses. On My Team16 was founded shortly after…
An Interview with Julie Leone, Owner of 443 Social Club & Lounge
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with Julie Leone, Owner of 443 Social Club & Lounge. The 443 Social Club (formerly The Listening Room at 443) is an eclectic live music venue in Syracuse, NY. Watch the interview and learn more about Julie and The 443 Social Club & Lounge. If…
Some of our Past Interviewees Share What Syracuse Means to Them
For the full interviews of each please visit the pages below. Megan Coleman – News Anchor at WSTM-TV, NBC 3 in Syracuse, NY Dr. Daryll Dykes, MD, JD, PhD – Executive Director of Emmaus Ministry Jimmer Szatkowski – Chick-fil-A Cicero Owner/Operator Juli Boeheim – Wife, Mother, and co-founder of The Jim and…
An Interview with Mark Bullis, Restaurateur – Bull & Bear Roadhouse and The Daily Diner
The Faces of Syracuse recently sat down with local restaurateur, Mark Bullis. Mark Has been in the restaurant business as an independent operator for almost 21 years. He is a lifelong resident of Syracuse and began his restaurant career in 2002 with Bull & Bear Roadhouse in Hanover Square in downtown Syracuse, NY. Watch…
An Interview with John and Leigh-Ann Tumino, In My Father’s Kitchen
The Faces of Syracuse sat down with John and Leigh-Ann Tumino with In My Father’s Kitchen (IMFK), a not-for-profit organization offering assistance, food and necessities to the homeless living on the streets of Syracuse, NY. What started with an individual holding a cardboard sign on an off-ramp and John Tumino feeling the need to let…
Looking Back on The Faces of Syracuse in 2022
The Faces of Syracuse focuses on recognizing people in the Syracuse, NY community that have been instrumental in helping this city be successful. This past year The Faces of Syracuse has spotlighted some amazing people who serve and contribute to the greater Syracuse community. Please enjoy a look back at our 2022 spotlight interviews. …
An Interview with Kate Houck, Executive Director at David’s Refuge
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…









