Member Essentials-CEO Insights July 2025

Posted on June 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.   

 

Bowers CPAs & Advisors creates a new role to lead employee development.

Community Bank acquires seven Pennsylvania bank branches.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield awards Community Memorial Hospital a 2025 Health and Wellness Award.

Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo will host Penguin Palooza! this month.

Le Moyne College selects Salt City Coffee to occupy the eatery in McNeil Firehouse.

Lockheed Martin’s Salina plant wins $25 million contract from U.S. Army.

M&T Bank secures naming rights for Mohawk Harbor Event Center in Schenectady.

Micron and the Trump Administration agree on expanded U.S. investments.

Oswego Health Foundation to host 10th annual For Your Health 5K and Wellness Event.

SUNY Oswego renames four of its colleges.

Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital pediatrics office opens in Clay

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Other Member News

2025 Central New York Real Estate Conference
October 21, 2025

2025 Central New York Real Estate Conference

This one-day event offers unparalleled opportunities for networking, lead generation, and brand visibility—whether through attending, tabling, or sponsoring.

October 20, 2025

Springbrook Expands in Central New York with New Syracuse Office

The expansion marks an exciting milestone in Springbrook’s ongoing mission to provide exceptional, person-centered support across the state.

Warm, hearty meals for casual friendly get-togethers
October 17, 2025

Fulton Dining and Activity Center Menu

Reservations are encouraged and bussing is available from participants homes to the center.

Oswego Jiu Jitsu & The Mix Women's Self-Defense Seminar
October 15, 2025

Oswego Jiu Jitsu & The Mix Women's Self-Defense Seminar

Find out more information and register here.

October 15, 2025

Join SUNY Oswego for A Showcase of Innovation, Collaboration and Impact!

RSVP to join us on October 23-24, 2025 at SUNY Oswego for any or all of the following four free events.

BCBS
October 14, 2025

Excellus BCBS 2026 Enrollment

Three simple steps to finding your new plan for 2026.

Shoulder Pain? Join SOS for a Virtual Community Talk on November 12 2025
October 14, 2025

SOS to Host Virtual Community Talk: “Your Shoulder Health: Exploring Arthritis Care and Surgical Advances”

The goal of the webinar is to empower patients and caregivers with evidence-based information, demystify the treatment process, and provide a forum for questions.

John Huhtala
October 7, 2025

Tompkins Community Bank Welcomes Commercial Banking Regional Manager

Huhtala, a 28-year industry veteran known for his leadership, mentorship and community engagement, will lead operations with the goal of driving growth and value for the bank’s clients.

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October 7, 2025

Shake Shack Grand Opening in DeWitt

We will be donating $1 from every burger and chicken sandwich purchased to the Food Bank of Central New York.