Member Essentials-CEO Insights October 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024
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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 Credit Union’s Cicero Financial Center unveils its new remodel.  

BCA Architects & Engineers expands to new office in downtown Syracuse.

CABVI cut the ribbon on its Low Vision Clinic expansion in Syracuse.

Expanded rapid evaluation unit is now open at Crouse Health.

Drakos Urgent Care plans an expansion to Camillus.

Nonprofits can now apply for Excellus BCBS Health Equity Innovation Award funding.

Join Francis House for ‘There’s No Place Like Home’ fundraising event.

The U.S. Small Business Administration grants FuzeHub $375,000 to support underserved entrepreneurs in New York.

Disney’s The Lion King comes to the Landmark Theatre.

M.A. Polce named one of the world’s premier managed service providers on 2024 Next Generation rankings.

CNY Bridges Challenge comes to the MOST in November.

NBT Bank marks latest milestone in it opening new regional headquarters in downtown Albany.

Oneida Indian Nation hosted four World Lacrosse Box Championship games at Mary C. Winder Community Center.

Onondaga Community College’s OCC Foundation welcomes its new leadership team.

Oswego County Prevention Coalition launches 2024 Cannabis Opinions and Use survey.

Oswego Health offers multi-organ blood analysis event to community throughout October.

Syracuse University plans to launch new iSchool graduate program in artificial intelligence.

United Way of Central New York receives $250,000 from the KeyBank Foundation for its Thrive at Work program.

Rochester businessman Thomas Golisano makes $10 million gift to Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Other Network News

Solvay Bank Announces Caitlin Wynn’s Appointment to UnitiEast Executive Committee
July 15, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces Caitlin Wynn’s Appointment to UnitiEast Executive Committee

Solvay Bank, the oldest community bank in Onondaga County, is pleased to announce the appointment of Caitlin Wynn, Banking Officer & Retail Operations Leader, to the Executive Committee of UnitiEast.

Solvay Bank Announces $50,000 to Local Non-Profit Organizations In Partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York
July 15, 2026

Solvay Bank Announces $50,000 to Local Non-Profit Organizations In Partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York

Solvay Bank announced a combined $50,000 financial boost to the CNY community by awarding individual $3,125 grants to 16 area non-profit organizations distributed through the FHLBNY SBRG Program.

Bent Ear Technologies
July 14, 2026

Bent Ear Technology Partners Recognized on MSP Summit's 2026 MSPs to Watch List

Prestigious recognition highlights the company's operational excellence, innovation and commitment to helping businesses navigate an AI-driven technology landscape.

Ghyra Cannon
July 13, 2026

Christopher Community Welcomes Ghyra Cannon as Director of HR Operations

Christopher Community, Inc. (CCI), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ghyra Cannon as its new Director of HR Operations.

July 10, 2026

Choosing the Right Contract Laboratory Partner: Strategic, Operational and Financial Points to Consider

In this virtual session, David Kudla and Sarah Ptach will walk innovators through the critical considerations that should guide partner selection.

Eastern Security Services Group Photo
July 10, 2026

Eastern Security Services Celebrates 50 Years of Protecting Central New York

Last month, local security provider Eastern Security Services celebrated 50 years of protecting homes and businesses across Central and Western New York.

Nascentia
July 9, 2026

Savor the Sound at the Third Annual Jazz at Beeches Manor on August 9 to Support Nascentia Neighborhood

This free community event brings together talented jazz musicians from across the region while supporting the vision of Nascentia Neighborhood.

Pinnacle
July 9, 2026

Adam B. Brown Named President of Pinnacle Insurance Associates, a New Division of Pinnacle Holding Company, LLC

With over 25 years of expertise in commercial insurance and risk management, Adam brings a proven track record of strategic leadership, deep client insight, and specialized industry knowledge to the growing Pinnacle family.

Oswego Health Medical Practice Expands Specialty Care Access in Clay, Continuing Investment in Onondaga County
July 9, 2026

Oswego Health Medical Practice Expands Specialty Care Access in Clay, Continuing Investment in Onondaga County

Building on the successful opening of its first primary care practice in Onondaga County earlier this year, Oswego Health Medical Practice is expanding access to specialty care in Clay.