Member Essentials-CEO Insights January 2025

Posted on December 30, 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.   

 

Biospherix receives grand to establish Center for Cytocentric Technology.

ConnextCare awarded Hypertension Control Champion by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Crouse Health appoints CenterState CEO board member Vicki Brackens to its board of directors.

President of Eastern Security Services receives national distinction for emerging leaders.

Emergent announces lineup of 2025 workshops.

Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways are looking for community cookie partners.

Greek Peak works with National Grid on snowmaking upgrades.

Hidden Level plans to add 100 new jobs at Inner Harbor headquarters.

JMA Wireless receives $44 million in federal funding to upgrade facility and expand manufacturing.

KeyBank Foundation donates $50,000 to McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center.

Le Moyne College again partners Meiers Creek Brewing Company on second beer.

New York State awards MACNY funding to expand its pre-apprenticeship programs.

Micron awards Syracuse University’s IVMF $3 million to help veterans and military families find semiconductor careers.

National Grid relights iconic downtown Syracuse building.

Syracuse University plans to build a new hotel across from University Avenue Parking Garage.

Syracuse Mets to be sold but will stay in Syracuse as a New York Mets Triple-A affiliate.

Syracuse Community Health and Onondaga Community College open a quick care clinic on OCC campus.

Forbes Travel Guide ranks Turning Stone’s gingerbread villages one of seven best in the country.

YMCA of Central New York announces board members.

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Other Member News

September 10, 2025

CiTi BOCES & Cornell Cooperative Extension Announce the 3rd Annual Agriculture Day Expo

The Agriculture Day Expo introduces students in 8th grade (and above) to the wide range of agricultural careers and educational pathways available across Oswego County.

Raise a Glass
September 10, 2025

Nascentia Health to Host 13th Annual “Raise a Glass” Fundraiser to Support Pediatric & Senior Patients

This signature fundraising event supports Nascentia Health’s Charitable Foundation.

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September 9, 2025

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025

The Health Plan ranked #19 in the state overall and #1 in the insurance industry in New York state for 2025.

Jared Justice Earns Credit Risk Certification
September 4, 2025

Solvay Bank's Jared Justice Earns Credit Risk Certification from Risk Management Association

Jared Justice has received his Credit Risk Certification after successfully passing the Risk Management Association (RMA) Credit Risk Professional Examination.

Fulton Dining & Activity Center Community Lunches
September 3, 2025

Fulton Dining & Activity Center Community Lunches

The Fulton Dining & Activity Center is offering nutritious lunches and social activities for adults 60 and older.

DisruptHR Syracuse
August 30, 2025

DisruptHR Syracuse Event Returns for Third Year; DisrUpstate Expands DisruptHR to North Country

Upstate New York business leaders invited to bold, high-energy events shaking up how we think about leadership and people strategy.

Community Heroes Day at the Oswego Farmers Market
August 29, 2025

Community Heroes Day at the Oswego Farmers Market

Find out more here.

Solvay Bank Promotions Cramer, Sheldon, Boda
August 28, 2025

Solvay Bank Announces Promotions of Eileen Cramer, Anna Sheldon, and Courtney Boda

Solvay Bank, established in 1917 as the oldest community bank established in Onondaga County, is pleased to announce the promotions of three team members: Eileen Cramer, Anna Sheldon, and Courtney Boda.

Jen Terzini
August 28, 2025

Chief People Officer to Lead Pinnacle Holding Company Culture and Growth

In this role, she will lead initiatives to strengthen employee experience, streamline onboarding and development, and foster stronger communication and collaboration across the Pinnacle Family of Companies.