Staff

Bob Ellis | Executive Director

Bob Ellis joined the Greater Syracuse Business Development Corporation (GSBDC) in April 2019 as its Executive Director. Bob is responsible for the strategic leadership for the achievement of GSBDC’s mission. He oversees and manages the day to day operations and reports to the organization’s Board of Trustees. He also assists the Client Manager in the loan and servicing processes.

Bob comes to GSBDC with over 30 years’ experience in banking and commercial lending and has an extensive managerial background. He also currently acts as the President and a Board member for the Empire Chapter of the Risk Management Association. 

Danielle Quintus | Client Manager

Danielle Quintus joined the Greater Syracuse Business Development Corporation (GSBDC) as Client Manager in December 2019. She assists with submissions of new financing requests, as well as meeting the servicing requirements of the existing loan portfolio. Additionally, she assists with marketing and outreach efforts to create further awareness and visibility of the programs offered by the GSBDC.

Danielle comes to GSBDC with 20 years of experience in banking.