Member Essentials-CEO Insights September 2023

Posted on August 31, 2023

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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.

 

Centro will begin round-trip service from downtown Syracuse to Hancock Airport.

COR Development and OMF Events host the first annual Inner Harbor Fest, benefiting Clear Path for Veterans.

The 8th Annual Oswego Health Foundation’s For Your Health 5K and Wellness Event, presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, raises over $26,000 to support local healthcare.

Gerharz Equipment acquires Popcorn Supply Company, expanding its position in the restaurant, food service and concession industry.

Key Bank consolidates two Ithaca branches and formally opens one new office.

Micron Technology sponsors the Center of Progress building at the New York State Fair.

The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology (MOST) opens its Summer of Lights exhibit, sponsored by AmeriCU Credit Union.

Oxford Economics: Oneida Indian Nation generates more than $1 Billion annual economic impact.

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

A new high-tech transfer pathway connects Onondaga Community College and Syracuse University.

SECNY Federal Credit Union opens new branch, operations facility in Camillus.

Pascarella Development receives a grant from New York State to transform the Will & Baumer Candle Factory in Salina into a mixed-use complex. 

Port of Oswego awarded $4 million to improve rail infrastructure and buy equipment.

Tompkins Insurance honored as a "Best Practices" agency for fifth consecutive year. 

 

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