MEMBER ESSENTIALS – CEO INSIGHTS MARCH 2023

Posted on February 26, 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.

 

Syracuse University Athletics announces sponsorship agreement with Hidden Level.

With a 34% vendor spending increase in 2022, Oneida Indian Nation makes historic investment in Central New York.Oneida Nation Enterprises to open fourth Maple Leaf Market location in Verona.

Stephanie Crockett named CEO of Syracuse’s Mower agency.

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awards Crouse Hospital $100,000 grant for addiction-treatment services.

Bowers & Company CPAs acquires Rochester firm.

Onondaga Community College (OCC) announces transfer agreements with two historically Black colleges and universities in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. OCC’s fire-protection technology degree program earns international reaccreditation.

Retail energy provider Marathon Energy announces rebrand changes company name to Energo.

Bell & Spina Architects comes under new ownership.

St. Joseph's Health to buy part of Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists for $25 million. St. Joseph’s Health and St. Peter’s Health Partners announce Dr. Steven Hanks is the new president and CEO.

KeyBank Foundation makes grants for Central New York workforce and community development to CenterState CEO members: Le Moyne College, Arc of Onondaga; Food Bank of Central New York; Nile Dayne Foundation; and WISE Women’s Business Center.

Five Star Bank expands to Syracuse with loan office.

Visions FCU plans to build a new branch office in Oneonta. Visions donates $50,000 to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Clear Path for Veterans to open Southern Tier office.

Apizza Regionale is named among best pizza spots in the U.S.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is ranked No. 2 on the Forbes 2023 list of America’s Best Midsize Employers.

Chimera Integrations was featured on the cover of the premier security channel publication, SDM Magazine.

M&T Bank has been recognized by Coalition Greenwich as a top brand in the financial services industry.

NBT Bank to move Central New York regional headquarters to The Post building at Clinton Square later this year.

Upstate Medical University, SUNY College of Optometry partner on extension-campus program.

Syracuse startup Impel expanding into new downtown location.

Oswego Health receives nearly $10 million for primary care expansion and technology.

Cornell University returns ancestral remains to Oneida Indian Nation.

Syracuse Regional Airport Authority awarded federal funding for projects.

Other Network News

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop
October 29, 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop

This educational program begins with a farm tour at Grindstone Farm in Pulaski, NY.

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend
October 28, 2026

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend

NBT Bancorp Inc. (“NBT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NBTB) reported net income and diluted earnings per share for the three and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2026.

Production Poster for The Nutcracker
October 26, 2026

The Nutcracker

Play written by June Walker Rogers and Directed by Jennifer Hitchcock.

head shot
October 23, 2026

Premiere Transportation Promotes Beth Lamoureux to Vice President of Marketing

Her appointment underscores Premiere Transportation’s continued growth and its commitment to strong leadership, strategic vision, and perspectives that support the company’s long-term success.

McFarland Johnson
October 16, 2026

McFarland Johnson Recognized on the Fortune 2026 Best Workplaces in Engineering List

McFarland-Johnson, Inc. (MJ) has been named to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Engineering™ List by Fortune magazine and Great Place To Work®.

opening doors
October 14, 2026

Opening Doors - Why Innovation is a Community Effort

Innovation rarely fails because people lack ideas.

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning Jan. 20, 2027 in Syracuse, NY
October 7, 2026

Upcoming Emergent Leader Cohort Beginning Jan. 20, 2027 in Syracuse, NY

Lead with clarity, courage, and connection. This program is for leaders who want to communicate with clarity, listen with empathy, and strengthen the relationships that move work forward.

Inclusion Works!
October 2, 2026

Inclusion Works Presented by Arc of Onondaga

Explore the benefits of employing people with disabilities at Inclusion Works!

Test Your Stability at YMCA Healthy Aging Day
October 2, 2026

SOS Supports YMCA Healthy Aging Day, Promoting Balance, Stability and Independence in the Community

Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) is proud to sponsor the YMCA of Central New York’s Healthy Aging Day on October 7, an event focused on helping adults stay active, connected and engaged.