Melissa Baldassarre

Melissa Baldassarre is a highly experienced professional in corporate risk management and project management. Currently serving as a Corporate Auditor at Tompkins Financial Corporation since May 2020, Melissa previously worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst at Tompkins Trust Company, where responsibilities included testing and implementing procedures within residential and consumer lending. Melissa's extensive background also includes over 15 years at Cornell University in Capital Project Management, overseeing various projects and partnerships. Earlier experience as a Senior Real Estate Representative at New York State Electric & Gas involved real estate sales, acquisitions, and collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Academic qualifications include an associate's degree in Business Administration and Management, along with additional education from CoreNet Global, Corning Community College, the International Right of Way Association, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.