Thomas W. Scozzafava

Thomas W. Scozzafava became a Power Authority trustee on March 1, 2006, when his nomination by Gov. George E. Pataki was confirmed by the state Senate. His term runs until May 2008.

A native of St. Lawrence County, Scozzafava is vice president of acquisitions and strategic investments for the newly formed GreenShift Corp., a publicly traded business development firm that supports companies and technologies promoting the efficient use of natural resources and environmental improvements.

In 2002, Scozzafava spearheaded the founding and development of WiseBuy Stores Inc., a chain of retail stores, primarily in Northern New York, specializing in name-brand merchandise. The New York State Small Business Development Center selected the firm for its Excellence Award in 2004. He serves as chief financial officer and treasurer of the company.

His earlier career in finance included work with Prudential Merchant Banking Group, Lehman Brothers and GE Capital Corporation.

Scozzafava has served as chairman of the St. Lawrence County United Way Campaign and on the advisory board for the State University of New York Canton School of Business and Public Service. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Hamilton College in 1992.