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    Micron is projected to generate significant economic growth for New York state.

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Featured News & Events

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TTM Expansion Facility
CEO News | 06/22/2026

TTM Marks Official Opening of $130 Million Manufacturing Facility in Dewitt

TTM Technologies new facility will create up to 400 new jobs in Central New York.

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Media Coverage | 06/11/2026

CenterState CEO Shares Housing Insights on LocalSYR

LocalSYR spoke with CenterState CEO President Ben Sio in a recent segment on the need for more housing in Central New York.

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NewsChannel 9 WSYR Interview
Media Coverage | 05/01/2026

CenterState CEO, NUAIR Share Outlook on the Future of Drone Delivery in CNY

Centerstate CEO Chief Executive Officer Rob Simpson and NUAIR CEO Craig Marcinkowski talked with NewsChannel 9 WSYR's Jeff Kulikowski about…

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Fireside Chats - Eddie Brennan
CenterState/INSPYRE Series
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INSPYRE Fireside Chats Presented by M&T Bank

Trailblazing innovators who are reshaping industries and redefining what’s possible.

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Whiz Kidz
CenterState/INSPYRE Workshop/Training
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CenterState CEO Whiz Kidz Summer Program

A week-long summer program for rising 7th and 8th graders focused on creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship and teamwork.

CEO in Action

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    CEO in Action

    Securing Micron's Historic Community Investment

    On Oct. 4, 2022, Micron Technology, Inc. announced Central New York’s White Pine site, in Clay, will be home to its semiconductor manufacturing facility.

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    Investing in and Accelerating the Region’s Innovation Ecosystem

    Central New York’s innovation ecosystem is thriving. The region has built on its historic legacy of entrepreneurship, following more than a decade of investment and strategic programming

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    Khadijah's Kitchen Receives Grant from Growth + Equity Fund

    CenterState CEO has selected Chantel O’Hara as the latest awardee of its Growth + Equity Fund (G+E Fund).

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    GENIUS NY WRAP: Valuable Connections

    As GENIUS NY Cohort 7 teams all prepare for their own next steps in the uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) industry, they’re reflecting on the most valuable parts of the program.

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Member Spotlight

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    Network Spotlight

    Sapphire Recruitment

    Sapphire Recruitment, formerly CPS Recruitment, has been a trusted name in staffing and workforce solutions for more than 35 years.

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    Network Spotlight

    Oneida Indian Nation

    The Nation’s enterprises, which employ more than 5,000 people, include Turning Stone Resort Casino, YBR Casino & Sports Book and more.

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    On Point

    On Point for College is a nationally-recognized college attainment program.

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    Home HeadQuarters

    Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College (B&SC) provides practical education that blends theory with real-world experience.

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