Member Essentials-CEO Insights February 2024

Posted on January 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.

 

AmeriCU Credit Union unveils remodel of Auburn Financial Center.  

Local restauranteurs will open a steakhouse in the newly completed City Center building. 

Melanie Littlejohn will begin her new role as Central New York Community Foundation President Mar.1. 

Gov. Kathy Hochul creates AI innovation research consortium made up of New York higher education institutions, including Cornell University. 

Devin’s Rec Room begins major fundraising campaign for facility on Syracuse’s Northside. 

Drakos Dynamics will open a new urgent care facility for all ages in Cicero. 

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand visited the Food Access Healthy Neighborhoods Now Winter Market to announce her Healthy Food Financing Initiative Reauthorization Act. 

Oswego Health will use $10,000 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield grant to open primary care facility.   

Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s executive director joins the International Elephant Foundation. 

Salt City Market tenant Baghdad plans to open second location in Westvale Plaza. 

Solvay Bank expands its commercial banking footprint in Mohawk Valley. 

Student-athlete mental wellness app wins SUNY Oswego Launch It competition. 

Syracuse Mets will again offer We Care Wednesdays for nonprofits this season. 

Syracuse Regional Airport Authority executive director elected chair of national airport policy council. 

Syracuse University unveils new seating plan for the JMA Wireless Dome. 

ICS changes its name to TechMD. 

Tompkins Community Bank takes part in 2024 homebuyer dream program. 

Visions FCU formally opens a financial readiness center at Syracuse University’s NVRC.  

Other Network News

Tenbit Emiru
November 4, 2026

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Names Dr. Tenbit Emiru Chief Medical Officer

Tenbit Emiru, MD, PhD, MBA has joined Excellus BCBS and its parent company, The Lifetime Healthcare Companies, as enterprise chief medical officer and senior vice president of medical services.

AmeriCU Credit Union Announces Promotion of Daniela Paparo to Financial Center Manager
November 4, 2026

AmeriCU Credit Union Announces Promotion of Daniela Paparo to Financial Center Manager

In this role, Daniela will lead the financial center team in supporting members’ financial needs and building strong relationships within the community.

Nave's Neighbors
November 2, 2026

Nave Law Firm Recognizes ED23 Foundation as November's Nave's Neighbor

Nave Law Firm recognizes the ED23 Foundation, founded by SU standout Eric Devendorf, for supporting Syracuse youth and families through sports, mentorship, and its Annual Turkey Drive.

New to the Network
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Welcome to the CenterState CEO Network-November 2026

Welcome new members to the CenterState CEO Network.

Ambassadors Graphic 2026
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Ambassadors-CEO Insights November 2026

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

Network News
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Network News - CEO Insights November 2026

Below is a snapshot of the latest news and top headlines from Members and Clients.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop
October 29, 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop

This educational program begins with a farm tour at Grindstone Farm in Pulaski, NY.

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend
October 28, 2026

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend

NBT Bancorp Inc. (“NBT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NBTB) reported net income and diluted earnings per share for the three and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2026.

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October 26, 2026

The Nutcracker

Play written by June Walker Rogers and Directed by Jennifer Hitchcock.