CenterState CEO Team Attends SEMICON West

Posted On
July 26, 2023

Image
New York State Semicon West Booth

CenterState CEO’s Rob Simpson and Honora Spillane, along with Onondaga County and New York state partners, attended the largest trade show in the country for the semiconductor industry in July. There, they shared the potential Central New York has as a prime location for business opportunities in this and related industries. 

They also connected with supply chain companies that can support Micron Technology's $100 billion investment in Central New York. CenterState CEO members such as COR Development Company, Hueber-Breuer Construction, Barton & Loguidice, Barclay Damon LLP, VIP Structures and more made the trip to San Francisco to meet a leading players in the semiconductor industry. It was a chance to connect with suppliers that are looking to potentially grow their business in this region.

SEMICON West is just the start of fostering business partnerships between existing Central New York businesses and the semiconductor industry. As Micron and its suppliers set up in the region, CenterState CEO is committed to helping businesses here benefit from this investment and participate in the growth. Contact CenterState CEO's economic development team for assistance with business development, expansion and attraction.

Image
New York State Semicon West Booth
Image
CenterState CEO's Rob Simpson at Semicon West
Image
New York State Booth at Semicon West
Image
CenterState CEO's Honora Spillane at Semicon West

Photo Credit: Goodeye Photography

Other
CEO News

Image
IIH 1 Year Celebration
CEO News | 09/17/2026

INSPYRE Innovation Hub’s First Year Fuels Growth, Connections and Entrepreneurial Success

In its first year, CenterState CEO’s INSPYRE Innovation Hub has become a cornerstone of Central New York’s innovation ecosystem.

Image
2026-09-10-convo
CEO News | 09/11/2026

CenterState CEO Chief Executive Officer Rob Simpson Receives Upstate Medical University’s President’s Award for Distinguished Service

The award recognizes Rob’s longstanding service to Central New York and his commitment to building strong, collaborative partnerships across the region.

Image
GNY10 Finalist Graphic
CEO News | 09/09/2026

Empire State Development Announces GENIUS NY Round 10 Finalists

Finalists from around the world will compete in this milestone year for GENIUS NY, the world’s largest accelerator for drones and robotics.

Image
Whiz Kidz Group
CEO News | 09/01/2026

Whiz Kidz Summer Program Inspires the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

Students spent a week at CenterState CEO's INSPYRE Innovation Hub turning everyday problems into business ideas, building brands and pitching their solutions.

Image
Craig-Witmer-WEB 2026
CEO News | 08/26/2026

Craig Witmer Hired As CenterState CEO's Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

CenterState CEO is excited to announce Craig Witmer as its Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

Image
GNY9 Group graduation photo
CEO News | 08/20/2026

GENIUS NY Cohort 9 Graduates Yearlong Accelerator

The five companies making up GENIUS NY’s ninth cohort finished their time in the yearlong accelerator for uncrewed systems in August.

Image
Rob Simpson Power 100
CEO News | 07/27/2026

Rob Simpson Named to City & State's Upstate Power 100

The list by City & State New York recognizes 100 leaders who are driving new projects across Upstate New Yrk.

Image
Syracuse panoramic skyline
CEO News | 07/23/2026

CenterState CEO Selected to Take Part in Opportunity@Work and Brookings AI Readiness Lab

CenterState CEO is one of six regional economic development organizations that will participate in the the AIRLab.

Image
Kelly Tyrone Collage
CEO News | 07/20/2026

CenterState CEO Announces New Staff Roles

CenterState CEO's Kelly Fumarola and Tyrone Dixon take on new roles in the organization.