CenterState CEO Announces 14 Business of the Year Finalists

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March 19, 2017

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SYRACUSE, NY – CenterState CEO congratulates 14 businesses and organizations for their outstanding achievement over the past year. CenterState CEO’s Business of the Year finalists were selected from a competitive pool nominated for this honor. This high caliber slate of nominees made for a very competitive process.


Business of the Year Finalists

More Than 50 Employees

Mohawk Global Logistics

Saab Defense & Security USA LLC

TCGplayer.com

Less than 50 Employees

CPS Recruitment

Digital Hyve

Roth Industries of North America

Community Involvement

Hotel Syracuse Restoration, LLC

M & T Bank

Pathfinder Bank

Not for Profit

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County

McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center

Minority-owned Business

(in partnership with the Upstate Minority Economic Alliance)

All Money Spends

Cueva Contract Inc. (dba Interior Innovations)

SGTR LLC & E. Smith Contractors LLC


“We are proud to recognize these member businesses for their outstanding success and for the role they play in strengthening our community,” said Robert Simpson, president, CenterState CEO. “Over the last year, these companies have excelled in creating jobs, making new investments and engaging with the community.”

A single company will be recognized in each category at CenterState CEO’s 2017 Annual Meeting, on April 27, 2017 for their commitment to growth, improving our community and creating tangible impacts on our economy. This year’s theme of break through will also explore how businesses and communities can surmount challenges and seize opportunities with a bolder vision for the future.

Tickets to the CenterState CEO Annual Meeting can be purchased at www.centerstateceo.com/events, or by contacting Lisa Metot, at (315) 470-1800.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m., program begins promptly at 12:00 p.m.


About CenterState CEO
CenterState CEO is an independent and forward thinking economic development strategist, business leadership organization and chamber of commerce; dedicated to the success of its members and the prosperity of the region. We serve as an advocate and resource for smart business, catalyze and facilitate regional growth, and promote community prosperity through results-driven partnerships, planning and problem-solving. www.centerstateceo.com

For Immediate Release Contact: Elle Hanna
March 17, 2017 315.470.1800
ehanna@centerstateceo.com
CenterState CEO Announces
11 Business of the Year Finalists
Five Member Companies will be Awarded at the Annual Meeting April 27


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