Member Essentials-CEO Insights April 2026

Posted on March 31, 2026

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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.   

 

ACC Technical Services to host a cybersecurity lunch & learn event for Syracuse community. 

Beardsley Architects + Engineers wins prestigious awards from the American Public Works Association (APWA) and the American Institute of Architects Central New York Chapter (AIA CNY) for recent projects. 

CABVI hosts its annual Sips for the Senses event at NBT Bank Stadium. 

Eastern Security Services’ Vinny Peone receives the inaugural Marketer of the Year award at the 31st annual SAMMY Awards in Las Vegas. 

The historic Green Mansion in Syracuse’s Near Westside neighborhood will be redeveloped and serve as the new headquarters for the Greater Syracuse Land Bank. 

Long Law  celebrates its sixth anniversary with corporate conversion, new Ithaca office, AI initiatives and secure client portal. 

Nascentia Health’s Disco Inferno fundraiser returns for a second year. 

Nave Law Firm recognizes Reflections Management and Care as its March Nave’s Neighbor. 

New York Power Authority and New York State Canal Corporation are holding a supplier diversity expo in May.  

Onondaga Community College names Héctor Rodríguez as its next provost.  

Oswego Health brings back childbirth education classes for its patients through a new virtual partnership with Birthly. 

Premiere Transportation announces the appointment of Vincent Crisafulli as the company’s first-ever Chief Financial Officer. 

Solvay Bank announces recent hires and promotions. 

Tompkins Financial Corp. announces Phillip M. Quintana as its President-Elect of Tompkins Community Bank, effective immediately. 

Turning Stone Resort Casino to hold hiring event in April.  

 

Other Network News

McFarland Johnson
October 16, 2026

McFarland Johnson Recognized on the Fortune 2026 Best Workplaces in Engineering List

McFarland-Johnson, Inc. (MJ) has been named to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Engineering™ List by Fortune magazine and Great Place To Work®.

opening doors
October 14, 2026

Opening Doors - Why Innovation is a Community Effort

Innovation rarely fails because people lack ideas.

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning Jan. 20, 2027 in Syracuse, NY
October 7, 2026

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning Jan. 20, 2027 in Syracuse, NY

Lead with clarity, courage, and connection. This program is for leaders who want to communicate with clarity, listen with empathy, and strengthen the relationships that move work forward.

Inclusion Works!
October 2, 2026

Inclusion Works Presented by Arc of Onondaga

Explore the benefits of employing people with disabilities at Inclusion Works!

Test Your Stability at YMCA Healthy Aging Day
October 2, 2026

SOS Supports YMCA Healthy Aging Day, Promoting Balance, Stability and Independence in the Community

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) is proud to sponsor the YMCA of Central New York’s Healthy Aging Day on October 7, an event focused on helping adults stay active, connected and engaged.

Turning Stone’s New Luxury Hotel, The Crescent, Recognized as Top Casino Hotel in America by AAA Diamond Program
October 1, 2026

Turning Stone’s New Luxury Hotel, The Crescent, Recognized as Top Casino Hotel in America by AAA Diamond Program

The honor comes just months after The Crescent opened its doors and weeks after Turning Stone’s transformation into New York’s largest meetings and conventions resort with the 225,000 square foot The Grand Expo.

CiTi BOCES Seeks Vendors for Oswego County Agriculture & Hospitality Expo Day
October 1, 2026

CiTi BOCES Seeks Vendors for Oswego County Agriculture & Hospitality Expo Day

The event will welcome more than 800 students in grades 8-12 from Oswego County’s nine school districts to explore career and educational pathways.

Nave's Neighbors
October 1, 2026

Nave Law Firm Recognizes Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse as October's Nave's Neighbor

Nave Law spotlights Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse for serving 1,000 young people across three Clubhouses with programs built to develop academic success, healthy habits, and a strong moral compass.

Ambassadors Graphic 2026
September 30, 2026

Ambassadors-CEO Insights October 2026

CenterState CEO Ambassadors welcome and recognize businesses celebrating grand openings, company anniversaries and other important milestones.