Biography

William A. Barclay is a graduate of St. Lawrence University and Syracuse University College of Law and is currently an attorney at the Syracuse law firm of Barclay Damon, LLP, where he specializes in business law. Mr. Barclay was elected Chairman of the Board effective June 6, 2024. Mr. Barclay has served on several community organizations throughout his career including the SUNY Oswego College Council, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, the Everson Museum of Art, and the Northern Oswego County Health Services, Inc. Mr. Barclay is the Chairman of the Board of Douglaston Manor, Inc. and also serves on the Board of Countryway Insurance Company. In addition to his business and charitable activities, Mr. Barclay serves as Minority Leader in the New York State Assembly. He represents the 120th Assembly District which includes the County of Oswego and parts of Cayuga and Jefferson counties. Mr. Barclay’s in-depth knowledge of the central New York area and his law and business experience provides the Board with a unique and valuable perspective into business and legal issues especially how they relate to the central New York region.