January 25, 2012 — The Foundation of Fulton-Montgomery Community College is pleased to announce its newest board members: Ashley Delaney, Lawrence Jordan, John M. Lesniewski, Judith Ann Phetteplace, and Sarah Puffer.
Ashley Delaney graduated from Mayfield High School in 2005. She went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Technology Management with a minor in Project Management from Clarkson University; an MBA with a concentration in Human Resources from Colorado Technical University; and the Professional in Human Resources Certification in 2011. Today Ashley lives in Mayfield and serves as a Human Resources Specialist with Tetra Tech Construction (previously The Delaney Group).
“I am excited to join the team of dedicated volunteers who serve on FM’s Foundation Board,” says Ashley. “I believe in the Foundation’s vision to promote academic excellence by upgrading current resources and look forward to helping continue to create a vibrant and thriving student culture.”
Lawrence Jordan attended Villanova University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1969. In 1994, Larry started PCT (Power And Composite Technologies), an industrial composites manufacturing company. Larry is semi-retired as he still works at PCT as an engineering consultant. He lives near Perth with his wife Fran of 40 years. They have three children and five grandchildren who, Larry says, thankfully live nearby.
“We’re fortunate to have a first class higher education facility in our area, and I’d like to do whatever I can to see that FM continues its important mission,” says Larry.
John M. Lesniewski earned a Bachelor of Technology Degree in Agricultural Business and Economics from SUNY Cobleskill. He also attended New York State Bankers School at Cornell University and West Point. Since 1992, John has worked with NBT Bank, NA and currently serves as Assistant Vice President and Manager of the Amsterdam Office.
John serves on several community boards including Horace J. Inman Senior Center, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation, and Friends of Sanford Farms, to name a few. He is also a member and former Fire Chief of the Perth Volunteer Fire Co., Inc. and participates in Amsterdam Rotary. Since 1985, John hosts a weekly Polish Radio Program at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs. John has been a life-long resident of Perth with his wife, Christine.
“It’s an honor to serve on the Foundation’s Board of Directors during this exciting time at the college and with the current economic opportunities for our community,” says John.
Judith “Judy” Phetteplace has been the principal broker at Judith Ann Realty since she established the company in 1977. Judy started the real estate company in her home in Tribes Hill and though Judith Ann Realty remains located there, it has outgrown Judy’s kitchen. Judith Ann Realty has its own building on Mohawk Drive in Tribes Hill and Judy is proud to say that three generations of her family have sold real estate with her company.
In addition to her real estate practice, Judy is an active community volunteer. She is a Rotarian and member of the Rotary Board; an active member of the Foundation Board for St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation; and a member of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce.
Judy and Mike Teetz reside in Tribes Hill with their dog, Gigi. Judy and her late husband, Neil Phetteplace, raised four children. She enjoys visits from her 14 grandchildren at her home or at her camp in Caroga Lake.
“I am honored to serve among others on FM’s Foundation Board who are passionate about education and the success of students in our communities,” says Judy.
Sarah Puffer serves as the student representative to the Foundation Board. A graduate of Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School, she earned an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts: General Studies in 2011 from FM and was accepted into FM’s Nursing Program. Sarah has been inducted into Phi Theta Kappa and currently serves as Chapter President and SGA Secretary. She is also a member of FM’s Academic Integrity Committee and Civility Committee.
Sarah serves as a student ambassador at the College, a tutor and lab assistant for the Anatomy and Physiology Lab, and as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the Fulton County YMCA. She resides in Broadalbin.
“My purpose for serving on the Foundation Board is to bridge the gap between the student body and the members of the Foundation,” says Sarah. “So often students aren’t privy to behind the scenes details of what happens on their college campus and I feel students need to be kept informed on what’s being done on their behalf to further their college experience and the college experiences of generations after.”
“We are pleased to welcome these five dedicated individuals to our Foundation Board,” said Executive Director Lesley Lanzi. “I am certain each one will play a major role in helping us fulfill our mission at FM and I look forward to working with them and the entire board.”
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