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

Other Network News

Oneida Indian Nation leadership, elected officials and business and tourism leaders usher in a new state of luxury travel and hospitality in Upstate New York.

July 20, 2026

Oneida Indian Nation Celebrates the Arrival of the First Phase of the $400 Million Turning Stone Evolution – Grand Opening of Luxury Hotel, The Crescent, and Fine-Dining Restaurant, SALT

Oneida Indian Nation leadership, elected officials and business and tourism leaders usher in a new state of luxury travel and hospitality in Upstate New York.

July 20, 2026

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield recognizes 2025 Circle of Excellence Award winners

Excellus BCBS has announced the recipients of its 2025 Circle of Excellence Awards, recognizing healthcare organizations that have demonstrated exceptional performance in clinical quality and outcomes

July 20, 2026

Oswego Health Announces New Board Leadership and Welcomes Four New Members to Board of Directors

Peter Cullinan has been elected Chair of the Oswego Health Board of Directors. Joining him in officer roles are Katie Toomey Zaryski as Vice Chair, Ron Tascarella as Treasurer and Lynne Eggert as Secretary.

July 15, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Caitlin Wynn’s Appointment to UnitiEast Executive Committee

Solvay Bank, the oldest community bank in Onondaga County, is pleased to announce the appointment of Caitlin Wynn, Banking Officer & Retail Operations Leader, to the Executive Committee of UnitiEast.

July 15, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces $50,000 to Local Non-Profit Organizations In Partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York

Solvay Bank announced a combined $50,000 financial boost to the CNY community by awarding individual $3,125 grants to 16 area non-profit organizations distributed through the FHLBNY SBRG Program.

July 14, 2026

Bent Ear Technology Partners Recognized on MSP Summit's 2026 MSPs to Watch List

Prestigious recognition highlights the company's operational excellence, innovation and commitment to helping businesses navigate an AI-driven technology landscape.

July 13, 2026

Christopher Community Welcomes Ghyra Cannon as Director of HR Operations

Christopher Community, Inc. (CCI), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ghyra Cannon as its new Director of HR Operations.

July 10, 2026

Choosing the Right Contract Laboratory Partner: Strategic, Operational and Financial Points to Consider

In this virtual session, David Kudla and Sarah Ptach will walk innovators through the critical considerations that should guide partner selection.

July 10, 2026

Eastern Security Services Celebrates 50 Years of Protecting Central New York

Last month, local security provider Eastern Security Services celebrated 50 years of protecting homes and businesses across Central and Western New York.