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

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March 20, 2026

Premiere Transportation Names Vincent Crisafulli as First-Ever Chief Financial Officer

Premiere Transportation is proud to announce the appointment of Vincent Crisafulli as the company’s first-ever Chief Financial Officer, marking a major step in its continued strategic growth. 

DACK
March 20, 2026

Resorts World New York Expansion Project Information Session

Join us to learn more about the multi-billion-dollar expansion and renovation at Resorts World New York City!

March 20, 2026

Nave Law Welcomes Attorney Kevin Ryan To The Firm

Throughout his career, Kevin has handled both civil and criminal matters, building a broad legal foundation that strengthens the services available to our clients.

Solvay Bank Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione
March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione

These appointments reflect the bank’s ongoing commitment to professional growth and providing exceptional service to the Central New York community.

Solvay Bank New Hires - Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds
March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Welcomes Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds to its Growing Team

Solvay Bank, the oldest community bank established in Onondaga County, announces the appointments of Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds.

Oswego Health
March 19, 2026

Oswego Health Announces Return of Childbirth Education Through Virtual Partnership with Birthly

Patients will have free access to live, virtual childbirth education classes from the comfort of their own homes.

Phil Quintana
March 19, 2026

Tompkins Community Bank Names Phil Quintana President-Elect; Quintana Succeeds John McKenna, who will Retire in July 2026

Quintana brings more than 27 years of banking leadership experience across the Mid Atlantic, North Texas, Southeast Florida, and Long Island.

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop
March 18, 2026

Ribbon Cutting Event for Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique

Learn more here.

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March 18, 2026

Hancock Estabrook Partner James J. O’Shea Joins the International Association of Defense Counsel

Mr. O’Shea focuses his practice on complex civil litigation in federal and New York State courts representing clients in sophisticated corporate disputes.