Novelis to be Honored With CenterState CEO’s Community Visionary Award

Posted On
September 30, 2024

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CenterState CEO is excited to recognize Novelis as this year’s Community Visionary Award honoree at its upcoming Economic Champions Celebration. This award, sponsored by Wegmans Food Markets, Inc., is given to a person, company or association that embodies the vision of economic opportunity, and that has had a significant impact on community prosperity.

Novelis is deeply committed to the Central New York community. It makes significant investments to local nonprofits and community organizations and commits countless hours of its nearly 1,200 employees’ time to giving back, annually. Its community partnerships include initiatives focused on STEM education, health care, children’s advocacy and education, among others. This includes support for such organizations as the Oswego County P-TECH Program, the Oswego Health Foundation, Rosamond Gifford Zoo, The MOST, Children’s Museum of Oswego, Food Bank of Central NY, and many others.

A leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, Novelis is one of Oswego County’s largest employers with a more than 60-year legacy. It’s supported generations of families through employment and advancement opportunities, with a reputation for empowering them to contribute to corporate improvements.

With its well-established commitment to the community, impact as an employers and strong dedication to community partnerships, Novelis is truly deserving of this award. Join CenterState CEO and the larger business community to celebrate Novelis and other Economic Champions Nov. 19. The event will sell out, so purchase tickets today!

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