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

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OCO to Host Community Block Party in Fulton
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OCO to Host Community Block Party in Fulton

Join Oswego County Opportunities on Friday, Oct. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the OCO Main Office parking lot, 239 Oneida St. in Fulton.

Oswego County and Beyond Legislative Networking Reception
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Oswego County and Beyond Legislative Networking Reception

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Liberty Resources’ Chief Executive Officer Kelli Harris and Director of Crisis Residence Marget Rhode cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of renovations to its Onondaga County Crisis Residence.
August 21, 2026

Liberty Resources Celebrates Expanded Access to Behavioral Health Supports in Onondaga County With Crisis Residence Renovation

Newly remodeled Nova House provides alternative to hospitalization with 24/7 support and ADA-compliant accommodations.

Broadway in Syracuse
August 20, 2026

Tony and Grammy Award-Winning Musical Hell's Kitchen Opens Nov. 10 at the Landmark Theatre

TONY AND GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL HELL’S KITCHEN NOVEMBER 10 - 15 • LANDMARK THEATRE ON SALE TUESDAY, AUGUST 25 AT 10AM

Oswego Health Foundation Raises More Than $34,000 to Support Care Management Program
August 13, 2026

Oswego Health Foundation Raises More Than $34,000 to Support Care Management Program

The annual event brought together community members, families, healthcare advocates, local businesses and sponsors for a morning focused on wellness, family fun and supporting access to resources that can make a meaningful difference in…

This Week Only! Save 20% on tickets for Valentines by Candlelight
August 13, 2026

This Week Only! Save 20% on tickets for Valentines by Candlelight

This Week Only! Save 20% on tickets for Valentines by Candlelight

Broadway in Syracuse
August 13, 2026

Casting Release: The Boys Are Back, Syracuse! Tony Award-Winning Sensation Announces Complete Casting for 20th Anniversary Tour

Leading the company as the legendary ‘Four Seasons’ are Coby Oram as ‘Frankie Valli,’ Peyton Schoenhofer as ‘Bob Gaudio,’ Harry Sperduto as ‘Tommy DeVito,’ Owen McCredie as ‘Nick Massi,’ and Andrew Martin McGuire as ‘Frankie Valli, at…

Turning Stone Awarded 2026 #1 Best Overall Gaming Resort in New York During Historic Year of Transformation
August 12, 2026

Turning Stone Awarded 2026 #1 Best Overall Gaming Resort in New York During Historic Year of Transformation

The resort earned 13 total first-place wins in this year’s awards and 33 awards total, more than any other resort or casino in the state.