Member Spotlight-Tashawn Tarver Jr.

Member Spotlight-Tashawn Tarver Jr.

Tashawn Tarver Jr. is a crew chief with the City of Albany, based at Washington Park, and a valued member of Local 1961. On July 15, 2025, he stepped in without hesitation during a moment of crisis, saving the life of a community member. Tashawn’s journey is nothing...
Member Spotlight-Rob Holland

Member Spotlight-Rob Holland

Rob Holland, local 1635 member, has always had a passion for science and emerging technologies. He majored in Biology and focused on Environmental Science in college, where he developed a strong interest in research and protecting the environment. In 2018, he saw an...
Member Spotlight-Leighann Ciferri

Member Spotlight-Leighann Ciferri

Leighann Ciferri is a dedicated 22-year employee of the Poughkeepsie City School District and union president of local 3209. She is passionate about being a strong advocate for the students and families she works with, the members she represents and the Poughkeepsie...
Member Spotlight-Cody Stryker

Member Spotlight-Cody Stryker

Cody Stryker, President of Auburn local 3142 Auburn Community Hospital, is known for fighting tirelessly for his members. He lives his life trying to make his grandmother proud. Cody’s childhood was tumultuous, as his young life started with a single mother and a...
Member Spotlight-Tyler Benda

Member Spotlight-Tyler Benda

Tyler Benda is grateful for the sense of connection and support he receives from his union siblings at the Town of Chili local 3179 and uses his own experiences to speak up for the people around him. Tyler works for the Town of Chili parks department as a Grounds...
Member Spotlight-Leslie Keesler

Member Spotlight-Leslie Keesler

Leslie Keesler is an eternal optimist who “loves her job” and is a dedicated member of Allegany County local 2574. Leslie’s positivity helps sustain her in a position that inevitably comes with tough days. As a Senior Social Welfare Examiner, Leslie primarily helps...