Member Essentials-CEO Insights July 2025

Posted on June 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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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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

August 29, 2025

Community Heroes Day at the Oswego Farmers Market

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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.

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.