Member Essentials-CEO Insights August 2024

Posted on July 31, 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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Easter Security Services open its third office in upstate New York.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is recognized by Forbes as “One of America’s Best Employers for Women 2024.”

Impel acquires automotive customer engagement platform Outsell.

Lockheed Martin awarded nearly $30 million medication to Navy contract.

Mower CEO named chair of 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Oswego Health Foundation announces new board leadership.

SFCU to host Credit Score 101 class.

SRC is awarded a patent for AngleDiversity MIMO Radar.

Syracuse University announces additional $3 million in state funding for JMA Wireless Dome renovations.

Upstate Medical University drone team conducts its first beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flight.

VIP Structures completes construction on One Webster Landing in Syracuse.

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Solvay Bank Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione

March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione

These appointments reflect the bank’s ongoing commitment to professional growth and providing exceptional service to the Central New York community.

Solvay Bank New Hires - Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds

March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Welcomes Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds to its Growing Team

Solvay Bank, the oldest community bank established in Onondaga County, announces the appointments of Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds.

Oswego Health

March 19, 2026

Oswego Health Announces Return of Childbirth Education Through Virtual Partnership with Birthly

Patients will have free access to live, virtual childbirth education classes from the comfort of their own homes.

Phil Quintana

March 19, 2026

Tompkins Community Bank Names Phil Quintana President-Elect; Quintana Succeeds John McKenna, who will Retire in July 2026

Quintana brings more than 27 years of banking leadership experience across the Mid Atlantic, North Texas, Southeast Florida, and Long Island.

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop

March 18, 2026

Ribbon Cutting Event for Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique

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photo of Hancock Estabrook attorney Jay O'Shea

March 18, 2026

Hancock Estabrook Partner James J. O’Shea Joins the International Association of Defense Counsel

Mr. O’Shea focuses his practice on complex civil litigation in federal and New York State courts representing clients in sophisticated corporate disputes.

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March 18, 2026

View Oswego County Opportunities Weekly Menu for March 23-27

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March 18, 2026

SUNY Oswego Spring Break Events

This program offers a variety of recreational and nature-based activities, as well as sporting events, for the entire family to enjoy.

March 16, 2026

M&T Bank Reminds Small Businesses of March 18 Deadline for New York State Retirement Savings Program

Every business in New York State with 10 employees or more will soon be required to offer retirement savings plan options to their workfo