KeyBank Honors Syracuse–area Business Owner at Annual Key4Women Awards

Posted on November 22, 2023

KeyBank Honors Syracuse–area Business Owner at Annual Key4women Awards

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — KeyBank has honored a town of Salina business owner as its 2023 Key4Women Achieve Award winner.

KeyBank’s Key4Women Syracuse chapter recognized Susan Crossett during its annual awards breakfast held Oct. 19 at Bellevue Country Club, per KeyBank’s Nov. 15 announcement.

Crossett, president and CEO of CPS Recruitment, also served as the keynote speaker. In her remarks, Crossett shared stories from her career journey as an entrepreneur, board director, corporate executive, advocate, change-management strategist and high-performance motivator, KeyBank said.

CPS Recruitment, a certified women-owned business, operates at 904 7th North St. in the town of Salina.

The Key4Women Achieve Award honors and recognizes the accomplishments of women business leaders and their contributions to the Central New York community.

The award is open to clients of KeyBank and is given annually to a female leader in the region who has achieved a high level of success in her profession, is a community leader, and is a supporter of other women in Central New York.

In addition to the award, KeyBank also made a $2,500 donation in Crossett’s honor to CenterState CEO’s Race for Equity program.

As described on the KeyBank website, “through advocacy, connections and empowerment, Key4Women supports the financial progress and empowerment of businesswomen … helping women meet their financial and business goals since 2005.”

CenterState CEO

Other Member News

KeyBank's 2026 Economic & Market Outlook
April 8, 2026

KeyBank's 2026 Economic & Market Outlook

If you’re navigating questions around inflation, interest rates, volatility, portfolio strategy, fiscal policy and more, this event offers timely guidance and a clear look at the forces shaping the year ahead.

April 8, 2026

How to Prepare for a Due Diligence Review by Investors, Potential Licensees, and Buyers (with a Little IP Sprinkled In)

This presentation will outline the many steps that a company should take to best prepare for a corporate due diligence review from both the buyer/investor/licensee and seller/licensor perspective.

April 8, 2026

Rosamond Gifford Zoo Hosts "Novelis Party for the Planet"

This year, the zoo continues it’s celebration beyond one-day to lead a region-wide effort focused on cleaning, creating, and connecting to protect the planet we all call home.

April 7, 2026

One City. One Campus. One Community.

This exhibit highlights the powerful collaboration between SUNY Oswego and the greater Oswego community, showcasing the ongoing work of the Campus-City Relations Committee.

Mark A. Wolgin, MD - SOS Spine Surgeon
April 7, 2026

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists Welcomes Spine Surgeon Mark Wolgin, MD, to the Organization

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists Welcomes Spine Surgeon Mark Wolgin, MD, to the Organization

April 7, 2026

Rachel's Warrior Run

Join the Rachel’s Warrior Run—a powerful community event supporting survivors and raising awareness for domestic and sexual violence.

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop
April 7, 2026

National Public Health Week

A full week of free programming focused on prevention, education, and community wellness,

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop
April 7, 2026

Aqua Spa Float Center Introduces Luxury Piercing Experience & “Pint-Sized Piercings” Event

Aqua Spa Float Center is hosting a Luxury Piercing Experience April 17–18 featuring expert guest piercer Johnross Switz (20+ years experience) and Leroi Fine Body Jewellery.

United Way of Central New York Initiatives and Events
April 7, 2026

United Way of Central New York Initiatives and Events

Read more on the latest from United Way of Central New York!