Member Essentials-CEO Insights November 2025

Posted on November 2, 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.   

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AmeriCU merger expected to get state approval by years end. 

Community Bank grows its Syracuse footprint with new South Side branch. 

DisruptHR seeks mentors for its new leadership program. 

Drakos Urgent Care opens a new location in Camillus. 

Le Moyne College will use $5 million in grant funding for grad students seaking healthcare degrees. 

National Grid will build a transmission line that will connect Micron campus in Clay, NY. 

NBT Bancorp announces record third quarter 2025 results. 

Oswego Hospital will undergo $14 million transformation. 

ReDev CNY opens former East Syracuse elementary school as St. Matthews Condominiums. 

Rescue Mission Alliance will expand with an $11.6 million facility. 

Syracuse University, Cornell University, Clarkson University and Le Moyne College received funds from New York state for on-campus projects. 

Turning Stone reports its expansion project will finish ahead of schedule. 

Visions FCU and Syracuse University launch a financial literacy program. 

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Solvay Bank Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione
March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Promotions of Taquon Mitchell and Mirabella Acchione

These appointments reflect the bank’s ongoing commitment to professional growth and providing exceptional service to the Central New York community.

Solvay Bank New Hires - Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds
March 19, 2026

Solvay Bank Welcomes Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds to its Growing Team

Solvay Bank, the oldest community bank established in Onondaga County, announces the appointments of Ashley Foley, Ne’Veah Johnson, and Jessica Reynolds.

Oswego Health
March 19, 2026

Oswego Health Announces Return of Childbirth Education Through Virtual Partnership with Birthly

Patients will have free access to live, virtual childbirth education classes from the comfort of their own homes.

Phil Quintana
March 19, 2026

Tompkins Community Bank Names Phil Quintana President-Elect; Quintana Succeeds John McKenna, who will Retire in July 2026

Quintana brings more than 27 years of banking leadership experience across the Mid Atlantic, North Texas, Southeast Florida, and Long Island.

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop
March 18, 2026

Ribbon Cutting Event for Aqua Spa Float Center & Wellness Boutique

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March 18, 2026

Hancock Estabrook Partner James J. O’Shea Joins the International Association of Defense Counsel

Mr. O’Shea focuses his practice on complex civil litigation in federal and New York State courts representing clients in sophisticated corporate disputes.

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March 18, 2026

View Oswego County Opportunities Weekly Menu for March 23-27

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March 18, 2026

SUNY Oswego Spring Break Events

This program offers a variety of recreational and nature-based activities, as well as sporting events, for the entire family to enjoy.

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March 16, 2026

M&T Bank Reminds Small Businesses of March 18 Deadline for New York State Retirement Savings Program

Every business in New York State with 10 employees or more will soon be required to offer retirement savings plan options to their workfo