CenterState CEO Team Attends SEMICON West

Posted On
July 26, 2023

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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.

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

Photo Credit: Goodeye Photography

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