Member Essentials-CEO Insights May 2025

Posted on April 30, 2025

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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.   

 

Beardsley Architects + Engineers moves to new Albany office location.

Berkshire Bank Foundation supports several Central New York not-for-profit organizations.

Centro expands its bus service to Cortland County.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield joins group of health plan providers calling on Congress to pass bipartisan legislation that will protect Medicare Advantage benefits access to care for hundreds of thousands of members.

Lockheed Martin announces CFO’s departure and names a new successor.

Shawni Davis, owner of Luminary Electrical Services, named the SBA Syracuse district Small Business Person of the Year.

Nascentia Health’s Inaugural DISCO INFERNO raises more than $20,000 for charitable foundation and pediatric home care program.

Oneida Indian Nation holds topping ceremony for new hotel. 

Oswego Health introduces a groundbreaking medical assistant certification program that offers a flexible, online learning experience.

Premiere Transportation acquires Northeast Shuttle, expanding its regional service offerings.

Rosamond Gifford Zoo executive director to retire in late May.

SRAA wins award for snow and ice control at the Syracuse Hancock International Airport.

The Summit Federal Credit Union starts its two-year, $30,000 support of Sleep in Heavenly Peace.

Syracuse University chooses a brand partner for its upcoming campus hotel.

The United Way of Central New York is seeking a new president with Nancy Kern Eaton soon to retire.

WISE will use its recent $10,000 donation for a financial management program.

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Dermody, Burke & Brown Announces the Addition of a New Principal
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Dermody, Burke & Brown Announces the Addition of a New Principal

Alonzo brings more than a decade of experience in public accounting and private enterprise, serving a diverse range of industries and business structures.

NBT Bank Promotes Rossi to Chief Marketing Officer
December 4, 2025

NBT Bank Promotes Rossi to Chief Marketing Officer

Gina’s promotion reflects her exceptional ability to combine creativity with data-driven strategy.

Scaling Up to Finish Strong - Gain Control of Your Options!
December 3, 2025

Scaling Up to Finish Strong - Gain Control of Your Options!

Join our workshop and learn how to engineer your business valuation while scaling… and live life on your terms!

SUNY Oswego Holiday Break Events 2025-26
December 3, 2025

SUNY Oswego Holiday Break Events 2025-26

SUNY Oswego will be holding its annual holiday break program, Explore SUNY Oswego.

40th Festival Everson
December 2, 2025

Everson Museum Celebrates 40 Years of Holiday Magic with Festival of Trees & Light

The Everson Museum of Art proudly presents the 40th Annual Festival of Trees & Light, Central New York’s most beloved holiday tradition!

Terra offers Free Innovation Education
December 2, 2025

Terra Science and Education became New York Affiliate of Invention Convention Worldwide

Terra Science and Education is thrilled to share that Invention Convention New York (IC-NY) has officially joined Invention Convention Worldwide as an affiliate, expanding opportunities for young innovators across our state!

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December 2, 2025

NUAIR's Military-Tested Surveillance Network Advances White House Vision for American Airspace Sovereignty

SYRACUSE, NY – December 2, 2025 – In a demonstration directly aligned with the White House Task Force to

Harris Beach Murtha Announces AI Team
December 2, 2025

Harris Beach Murtha Launches Artificial Intelligence Industry Team

Harris Beach Murtha has launched an Artificial Intelligence Industry Team to assist clients with navigating the legal, ethical, regulatory and business challenges raised by the rapidly developing technology.

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December 1, 2025

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