Christopher Community Welcomes Ghyra Cannon as Director of HR Operations

Posted on July 13, 2026

Ghyra Cannon

Christopher Community, Inc. (CCI), one of Central and Western New York's largest providers of affordable housing, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ghyra Cannon as its new Director of HR Operations.

Cannon brings extensive human resources leadership experience to Christopher Community, including expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, benefits administration and HR operations. Most recently, she served as a Personnel Analyst in a managerial-level role with the Syracuse City School District, where she partnered with leaders across multiple departments to provide strategic human resources support and advance organizational initiatives.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Western Governors University. Cannon also holds the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification and is currently preparing to earn her Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.

"We are excited to welcome Ghyra to the Christopher Community team," said Jeffrey Eysaman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Christopher Community, Inc. "Her broad experience in strategic human resources, combined with her passion for supporting employees and strengthening workplace culture, makes her an outstanding addition to our leadership team. As our organization continues to grow, Ghyra will play an important role in attracting, developing and retaining the talented people who help us fulfill our mission every day."

A lifelong Central New York resident, Cannon enjoys exploring new restaurants, spending time with her family and traveling.

"I am grateful for the opportunity to begin this new chapter and look forward to making a meaningful impact by fostering a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed," said Cannon. "Christopher Community has a strong mission and an exceptional team, and I am excited to contribute to an organization that makes such a positive difference throughout the communities it serves."

About Christopher Community, Inc.
Christopher Community, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that develops, manages, and operates affordable housing for seniors, individuals, and families across Central and Western New York. With 68 properties and more than 3,100 units, the organization continues to serve communities with compassion, professionalism, and a focus on dignity and respect.

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