About Us

CenterState CEO is an independent nonprofit committed to creating inclusive, equitable and sustainable economic growth in Central New York. Our team of experts helps our members, clients and businesses of all sizes start, scale, recruit and relocate. At our core, we are problem solvers working with our partners in public, private and nonprofit sectors to find collaborative and innovative solutions to advance the region and its people.

Mission

CenterState CEO is Central New York's premier business leadership and economic development organization, committed to creating a region where business thrives, and all people prosper.

Vision

To be recognized as a visionary leader, effective advocate, exceptional employer and a force for positive outcomes for our community.

Values

Collaboration. Integrity. Inclusion. Agility. Accountability.

We are CenterState CEO.

We believe in the boundless possibilities of this region. That’s why we work for Central New York. We are conveners, collaborators, innovators and thought leaders. When we see complex problems, we’re undeterred.

We conduct thorough research, convene key stakeholders and develop solutions that advance the region. We’re passionate about Central New York, its businesses and people. By working together, we succeed.

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Strategic Principles Guiding Our Work

Business Competitiveness: Support conditions and interventions that allow business to succeed, grow and thrive in a dynamic market.

Community Prosperity: Enhance community wealth, environmental sustainability, vitality and livability.

Equity: Reduce disparate socio-economic outcomes and conditions.

Sustainability: Carefully curate organizational wherewithal and mandate to lead.

Continuous Improvement: Embrace process improvements in furtherance of mission outcomes.

Customer Service: Provide customers exceptional stakeholder experiences.

Talent Excellence: Recruit, train, develop, engage and empower people to excel and thrive.

Brand Awareness: Champion and build awareness of CenterState CEO’s brands and its partners.

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About Us

Mission

CenterState CEO is Central New York's premier business leadership and economic development organization, committed to creating a region where business thrives, and all people prosper.

Vision

To be recognized as a visionary leader, effective advocate, exceptional employer and a force for positive outcomes for our community.

Values

Collaboration. Integrity. Inclusion. Agility. Accountability.

We are CenterState CEO.

Strategic Principles Guiding Our Work

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