Member Essentials-CEO Insights December 2023

Posted on November 30, 2023

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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.

 

Armory Square businesses host winter apparel donation drive for Syracuse City School District students.

Dannible & McKee hosts annual tax and financial planning conference.

Excellus BCBS Awards hospitals $28 million for quality improvements.

Felix Schoeller North America unveils new coating operation in Pulaski.

Helio Health awarded grant for James Street renovations, opens Rochester location. 

Andy Breuer of Hueber-Breuer Construction talks to Syracuse.com for its leadership series.

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) makes former downtown Sibley’s Department Store its home.

Syracuse IDA approves $4 million in tax breaks for JMA Wireless expansion.

KeyBank honors Syracuse–area business owner at annual Key4Women awards, including Susan Crossett, president and CEO of CPS Recruitment Inc.

M3 Placement and Partnership recertified as WBE for the third time.

NBT Bank formally opens new Syracuse financial center location in The Post building.

Oneida Indian Nation honors more than 400 local veterans at annual veterans recognition event at Turning Stone Resort Casino.

Oswego Health says work is underway to improve area around its Fulton location. 

PPC to add nearly 200 jobs by end of 2024 as it relocates production from overseas.

Holiday Nights return to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo in December.

She Fancy Grazing Co. to join the Salt City Market.

Upstate Medical University’s College of Nursing partners with SUNY Canton to offer remote nursing doctorate program.

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

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March 16, 2026

Nave Law Firm Recognizes Reflections Management and Care as March’s Nave’s Neighbor

The Nave’s Neighbors program spotlights nonprofit and community organizations that strengthen the region through service, advocacy, and meaningful support.

2026 Ag Agency Awareness Day
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2026 Ag Agency Awareness Day

This program is geared towards aspiring farmers, beginning farmers and established agricultural producers who are looking for information on how to improve or expand their agriculture business.

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Upstate Biotech Ventures Overview

The session will include a discussion of eligibility and the application process as well as Excell Partners’ due diligence system for reviewing applications and the UBV pitch.

Historic Green Mansion in Syracuse to be Transformed into Headquarters for the Greater Syracuse Land Bank and Workforce Housing with Investment from NBT CEI-Boulos Impact Fund
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Historic Green Mansion in Syracuse to be Transformed into Headquarters for the Greater Syracuse Land Bank and Workforce Housing with Investment from NBT CEI-Boulos Impact Fund

Redevelopment of Long-Vacant Historic Green Mansion by Local Developers Aims to Catalyze Revitalization of Near Westside Neighborhood.

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March 12, 2026

A Bad Year for Tomatoes

Directed by William Allman, the production featured Rhoda Rosen, James Buerkel, Mary Anne Sheboy and Irma Lange.

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March 11, 2026

Alex M. Savage Joins Hancock Estabrook, LLP

He is a graduate of St. Lawrence University and Syracuse University College of Law, where he served as an Executive Editorial member of the Syracuse Law Review.

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March 11, 2026

The 2026 NYPA & NYS Canal Corporation Supplier Diversity Expo Is Back!

This year’s theme, “Energizing New York’s Economy,” reflects more than a message; it reflects how the Expo has evolved. 

OCO Weekly Menu for March 16-20
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View Oswego County Opportunities Weekly Menu for March 16-20

Come enjoy nutritious meals and spend time with friends. Everyone is welcome!