Golisano

Golisano is a surname of Italian origin. It is most prominently associated with Thomas Golisano, an American billionaire businessman, philanthropist, and political activist. He is the founder of Paychex, a company specializing in payroll, human resources, and benefits outsourcing. Golisano also founded the IT company Enterprise Rent-A-Car and is the owner of the Buffalo Sabres NHL hockey team.

Thomas Golisano has made significant contributions to philanthropy, particularly in the areas of healthcare and education. He has donated substantial amounts to hospitals, including Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida and Golisano Children's Hospital at the University of Rochester Medical Center. His political activities include running for Governor of New York on multiple occasions as a third-party candidate.

The Golisano name is also found in various locations, often named in recognition of Thomas Golisano's donations. These include medical facilities and educational institutions. While the surname itself is of Italian descent, its most widespread recognition in modern times is due to the public profile of Thomas Golisano.