Member Essentials-CEO Insights June 2023

Posted on May 24, 2023

Here is a snapshot of the latest news and top headlines from our members. We want to hear from you! Submit your Member News for the CenterState CEO website.

 

Avalon promotes COO Jon Bates to CEO position.

Bowers & Company CPAs, LLC rebrands as Bowers CPAs and Advisors.

Cornell University is a finalist in National Science Foundation competition focused on climate research.

Good housekeeping magazine features The Cove at Sylvan Beach among the best 12 places to visit this summer

Excellus BCBS is recognized by Forbes as one of the nation’s best employers for diversity.

Regional accounting firm Fust Charles Chambers announces rebranding and relocation efforts.

Kathleen Gaffney-Babb is named the president and CEO of Helio Health.

M3 Placement and Partnership forms a new advisory board to guide its expansion.

Marquardt Switches receives two grants from round XII of New York State’s Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.

Micron hosts a “Girls Go Tech” event at Onondaga Community College to help young girls learn more about potential careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).

Oneida Indian Nation donates $1 million to the Mohawk Valley Health System Foundation to support the development of Wynn Hospital.

Local businesses and employees help fund renovations for Oswego Health’s mental health and wellness facility.

Two koalas arrive at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo for the summer, making them one of 10 zoos in the United States allowed to care for the animal.

Salt City Market holds new vendor information sessions.

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

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Jared Justice Earns Credit Risk Certification
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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
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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
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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.

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.