Member Essentials-CEO Insights February 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025

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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Ashley McGraw Architects, D.P.C. opens an office in Western New York.

Central New York Community Foundation wins $400,000 grant for lead-poisoning prevention efforts.

Community Bank recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to workforce health.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield announces Health Equity Innovation Award recipients.

Farnham Family Services awarded new grant cycle for suicide prevention efforts in Oswego County.

Harris Beach Murtha elects nine new partners.

New CEO of Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY starts position this month.

Liberty Resources is recognized for efforts to improve blood pressure.

Lockheed Martin Salina plant wins $118 million Air Force contract modification.

NBT Bank promotes David Kavney to President of Central New York and Pennsylvania.

Oneida Indian Nation capital projects, vendor and team member investments exceeded $700 million in 2024.

Oswego County Prevention Coalition partners with Salmon River Cannabis Company to promote safe cannabis storage.

Oswego Health employee giving campaign raises more than $77,000 in 2024.

Rosamond Gifford Zoo to host Sweet Treats event.

SOS Specialists’ one-day surgery center earns national award for outstanding quality of care.

SRC and a Japanese firm collaborate on deployment of radar system in Japan.

Syracuse University will use recent donation to create endowed chair in engineering and computer science.

Other Network News

September 18, 2026

Community Day at the Everson

We’re celebrating the opening of America 250: Rebels, Radicals, & Revolutionaries with a day full of art-making, family fun, and community connection.

September 17, 2026

Turning Stone Earns National Recognition from Forbes for $400 Million Transformation

Forbes senior contributor, Larry Olmsted, highlights the $400 million Turing Stone Evolution – praises resort’s hotels, world-class dining, golf, events, entertainment, central location and proclaims Turning Stone “the biggest and best in…

September 16, 2026

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop

This program helps participants build a strong foundation, avoid common start-up pitfalls, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

September 16, 2026

2026 Oswego Health Foundation Gala

Oswego Health Foundation announces their 7th Annual Foundation Gala, "License to Heal: A Night of Elegance. A Mission of Care."

Good Side of Bad Movie Screening NAMI Syracuse

September 15, 2026

Award-winning Movie Screening to Benefit Mental Illness

Join NAMI Syracuse, NAMI NYS, and Schizophrenic.nyc for a special screening of Good Side of Bad, followed by an evening of storytelling, lived experience, mental health advocacy, and connection.

September 14, 2026

Business Litigation Attorney William Hython joins Harris Beach Murtha’s Syracuse Office

Senior Counsel William H. Hython has joined Harris Beach Murtha’s Business Litigation practice group and Syracuse office.

September 14, 2026

Hospitality Syracuse Inc. will Present a $113,580 Check to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse on Sept. 16.

You are cordially invited to join us at 3:30pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Boys…

September 10, 2026

PEACE, Inc. Rooftop BBQ Fundraiser

Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and great company while supporting programs that help individuals and families throughout Central New York thrive.

September 10, 2026

AUD Authority Unveils NBT Bank Arena at the Utica Memorial Auditorium

The agreement was awarded through a competitive bidding process and marks a long-term investment in one of the region's premier entertainment and community venues.