CenterState CEO- Member Essentials January 2024

Posted on January 2, 2024
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Below is a snapshot of the latest news and top headlines from our members. We want to hear from you! You can request your organization's news and events be shared on the CenterState CEO website.

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CEO of AAA of Western and Central New York will retire at the end of 2024. 

AmeriCU Credit Union unveils a new, interactive ATM. 

Melanie Littlejohn retires from National Grid to take top spot at Central New York Community Foundation. 

CXtec gifts Crouse Health a new building, enabling Crouse expansion.  

Cooper MacDonnell, president of Eastern Security Services, is CNY’s “Family Business Leader of the Year.” 

Liberty Resources celebrates achievement of two prestigious federal designations. 

Oneida Indian Nation set to roll out its legal marijuana business. 

Solvay Bank, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of New York, awards $50,000 to local small businesses and non-profit organizations. 

Syracuse Community Health Center unveils new building. 

Syracuse Mets, OCC announce scholarships for students whose education will benefit the community. 

Syracuse University and Mohawk Valley Community College receive federal funding to train clean-tech workforce.  

Syracuse University’s Whitman School and Onondaga Community College partner for occ students to transfer 

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Other Member News

February 27, 2026

DisrUpstate Launches DisruptHER Commons to Support Women Leaders Across Central New York

The event reflects growing demand for accessible leadership support, community connection, and locally rooted professional development opportunities for women across Central New York’s evolving workforce.

Turning Stone Enterprises Warms Up Seasonal Hiring with 75 Full- and Part-Time Job Opportunities in Golf, Groundskeeping and at The Cove at Sylvan Beach
February 25, 2026

Turning Stone Enterprises Warms Up Seasonal Hiring with 75 Full- and Part-Time Job Opportunities in Golf, Groundskeeping and at The Cove at Sylvan Beach

Candidates are invited to explore more than 75 seasonal job opportunities at Turning Stone Enterprises’ Golf and Greens hiring event on Tuesday, March 3 and at a March 7 hiring event for The Cove at Sylvan Beach, Turning Stone Enterprises…

Solvay Bank Announces Grand Opening Celebration for New East Syracuse Smart*Office
February 25, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Grand Opening Celebration for New East Syracuse Smart*Office

Join us for local treats and family entertainment as we celebrate our newest neighborhood partnership.

Sips for the senses
February 25, 2026

Join CABVI at sips for the senses

Learn more here.

Lunch with friends
February 24, 2026

Fulton Dining and Activity Center

This is a perfect opportunity to connect, stay active, and enjoy the spirit of community for the first week of March.

Poster: Maker Madness, hosted by Zonta Club of Oswego and Penfield Library on March 8, 1 - 4 pm at SUNY Oswego Penfield Library. Great for will ages!
February 20, 2026

Maker Madness

FREE EVENT for all ages in celebration of International Women's Day

Lunch with friends
February 18, 2026

Fulton Dining & Activity Center

You’re invited to join us for lunch at the Fulton Center next week!

The Overlook Development team at their first all unified leaders meeting.
February 12, 2026

Overlook Ridge Development Launches Unified Multi-Business Organization

Founded in 1998, Overlook Ridge Development is built on the belief that effective leadership development must be grounded in real-world practice.

4 individuals perform in an art gallery space. They each hold on to a multicolored fabric rope and are tugging it and smiling.
February 12, 2026

Performing Art: She is on Her Way at Tyler Art Gallery, SUNY Oswego

Performers will respond to the artwork through the kaleidoscope of their lived experiences, creating stories, songs, and dances to share with an audience.