Evangelia Leclaire has spent 20+ years inside service businesses—across people operations, leadership, and systems. Three years ago, she began helping leaders adopt AI. And discovered something critical. AI doesn’t fail because of tools or training. It fails because the foundation isn’t built. In nearly every service business: – Operations rely on key people – Knowledge lives in people’s heads – Processes aren’t documented – Value isn’t clearly defined When AI is introduced… It doesn’t fix these issues. It exposes them. As a certified AI consultant and coach, Evangelia brings a practical lens. People. Process. Profitability. Her team has implemented proven […]

Tompkins Financial Corporation (“Tompkins” or the “Company”) reported diluted earnings per share of $1.82 for the first quarter of 2026, up $0.45 or 32.8% compared to the first quarter of 2025 and down $4.88 per share or 72.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2025. Net income for the first quarter of 2026 was $26.1 million, up $6.4 million or 32.5% from the first quarter of 2025 and down $70.2 million or 72.9% compared to the immediate prior quarter. As previously reported, net income for the fourth quarter of 2025 included income related to the sale of Tompkins Insurance Agencies, […]

Minding Your Memory Focused On Brain Health Wednesday, April 29th, 7 – 8:30 PM Don’t wait until memory loss becomes a problem. Take action now to protect your brain and keep your mind sharp for years to come. Join Lisa Feiner, MBA, M.Ed, NBC-HWC, founder of the nonprofit Sharp Again and a Brain Longevity Specialist, for an empowering talk on how to reduce your risk of cognitive decline and support long-term brain health. With over 25 years of experience, Lisa will share practical, science-backed strategies you can start using today to strengthen your memory and protect your brain. If you’ve […]