Speakers At Syracuse Surge Summit Stress Equity Is A Pillar Of This Economic Plan

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October 19, 2020
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The inaugural Syracuse Surge Summit this week brought entrepreneurs, local officials, and community stakeholders into one virtual space to discuss the work that’s been done on the Surge project. The featured speakers and panelists focused on their promise of an equitable, technology economy.

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