Member Essentials-CEO Insights February 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025
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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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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

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.

Production Poster for The Nutcracker
October 26, 2026

The Nutcracker

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

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October 23, 2026

Premiere Transportation Promotes Beth Lamoureux to Vice President of Marketing

Her appointment underscores Premiere Transportation’s continued growth and its commitment to strong leadership, strategic vision, and perspectives that support the company’s long-term success.

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.