Amazon Supports Central New York Community’s Access to INSPYRE Innovation Hub

Posted On
April 30, 2026

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INSPYRE Innovation Hub by CenterState CEO now offers day passes that can be purchased by any member of the community looking for a place to work, build or connect for a day. Day passes allow individuals who aren’t a part of the CenterState CEO Network as a client or member to utilize the amenities and benefits of INSPYRE Innovation Hub and explore all that New York’s largest business incubator has to offer.

To ensure that day passes are accessible to all members of the community, Amazon is working with trusted community partners to support a free day pass program. Through this partnership, CenterState CEO has made day passes available to community organizations to distribute to people who could benefit from access to the INSPYRE, but may face financial or other barriers to accessing a day pass.

“The INSPYRE Innovation Hub is a catalyst for innovation in Central New York, a world-class hub designed to support founders and strengthen the region’s innovation ecosystem,” said Kathleen Digan, head of public policy New York state at Amazon. “It reflects the bold vision and collaboration of state and local leaders, along with CenterState CEO, to drive meaningful economic progress in our region. Amazon is proud to partner in this effort by expanding community access through free day passes, helping ensure that nonprofits, entrepreneurs and residents across the region can take full advantage of these resources and opportunities to grow and succeed.”   

Each day pass includes:

  • A full day of coworking at INSPYRE.
  • Space to focus, build and collaborate.
  • Opportunities to meet other founders, creators and idea-shapers.
  • Access to a vibrant innovation community across Syracuse.

CenterState CEO is grateful for partners like Amazon that help to make INSPYRE Innovation Hub an inclusive place for emerging ideas and entrepreneurs of all backgrounds. With the support of the broader business community, INSPYRE Innovation Hub is advancing its entrepreneurial programming and the region’s legacy of innovation.

To learn more about supporting programs or  naming sponsorship opportunities at INSPYRE , contact Kelly Fumarola.

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