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CEO News | April 10, 2025

CenterState CEO and Greater Syracuse Business Development Corporation form New Partnership

CenterState CEO and the Greater Syracuse Business Development Corporation (GSBDC) announced a new strategic partnership to scale GSBDC’s lending resources and better serve the region’s small businesses.

CEO News | March 31, 2025

In Conversation with Greg Ayers

Ahead of the Blueprint 15 cohort's graduation, Greg Ayers discussed what makes Start It! classes work and why the cohort he's teaching is special.

CEO News | March 31, 2025

CenterState CEO opens search for founding CEO of ON-RAMP

To meet employer demand and fulfill the promise of this unprecedented opportunity, New York State Empire State Development (ESD) has engaged CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity (CenterState CEO), a Syracuse-based business…

CEO News | March 28, 2025

Gov. Hochul Announces Selection of First Flagship ON-RAMP Site in Syracuse

Formerly known as the site of the Sears Building, 1300 South Salina Street has been selected as the future home of New York State’s first ON-RAMP Workforce Innovation Hub.

CEO News | March 25, 2025

Kevin Schwab, Dr. Emad Rahim and Jamar Clarke to be Honored with Inaugural Central New York 40 Over 40 Awards

This groundbreaking initiative recognizes accomplished professionals over the age of 40 who continue to drive innovation, leadership and social impact across Central New York.

CEO News | March 12, 2025

CenterState CEO Announces 2025 Business of the Year Finalists

CenterState CEO has announced finalists for its prestigious 2025 Business of the Year Awards.The awards recognize member companies in five categories: Business with fewer than 50 Employees; Business with more than 50 Employees; Community…

Annabel R Chang - 2025 CenterState CEO Annual Meeting Spealer

CEO News | March 12, 2025

Annabel R. Chang Announced as Speaker for 2025 CenterState CEO Annual Meeting

CenterState CEO will welcome Annabel R. Chang, director and head of state policy and government relations at autonomous driving technology company Waymo, to Syracuse for its 2025 Annual Meeting at the Oncenter, April 23 2025.

CEO News | March 6, 2025

Members: Vote on CenterState CEO's Board of Directors, 2025-28

Vote on CenterState CEO’s proposed 2025-2028 board of directors.

CEO News | March 5, 2025

CenterState CEO Announces New Senior Leadership Update

CenterState CEO is proud to announce that Nora Spillane has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President of Inclusive Growth.

CEO News | February 27, 2025

In Conversation with Dr. Emad Rahim

Ahead of the North Side Learning Center cohort's graduation, Dr. Emad Rahim discussed what makes Start It! classes work and why the cohort he's teaching is special.

Governor Hochul announces three new ON-RAMP locations.

CEO News | February 10, 2025

Gov. Hochul Announces Three Locations for Future ON-RAMP Facilities

CenterState CEO is leading the planning process for Syracuse's Flagship ON-RAMP location.

CEO News | January 23, 2025

Economic Forecasters Share Optimistic Outlook for 2025

The Economic Forecast event shares insights into the region’s economic climate from the perspective of regional business leaders and economic experts.