Member Essentials-CEO Insights September 2025

Posted on August 27, 2025

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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Anheuser-Busch will spend $9 million to upgrade its Baldwinsville brewery.

Berkshire Bank’s parent company to merge with another Boston-based bank.

The Bonadio Group will combine with an Albany-based accounting firm this fall.

Central New York Community Foundation establishes local impact-investing program to fund WCNY’s Entertainment Academy.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield opens applications for the 2025 Health Equity Innovation Awards.

More than 140 Harris Beach Murtha lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in America 2026 editions.

KeyBank awards Home HeadQuarters its Syracuse-area $200,00 bicentennial grant.

Oswego Health will offer free medical information sessions ahead of enrollment.

Rosamond Gifford Zoo welcomes illegally created Agali clone to its facility.

Salt City Coffee will operate Barb’s Bistro in Le Moyne’s renovated McNeil Firehouse.

Sapphire Recruitment moves to new location in Syracuse’s Inner Harbor.

SRC wins patent for adaptive digital filter for radar systems.

SUNY Oswego credits on-campus club for creation of its real estate minor.

Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud will step down in June 2026.

Tully Rickney Foundation announces military scholarships for law school students.

Work begins on Upstate Medical University’s new clinical pathology lab.

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Other Member News

September 10, 2025

Nascentia Health to Host 13th Annual “Raise a Glass” Fundraiser to Support Pediatric & Senior Patients

This signature fundraising event supports Nascentia Health’s Charitable Foundation.

September 9, 2025

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025

The Health Plan ranked #19 in the state overall and #1 in the insurance industry in New York state for 2025.

September 4, 2025

Solvay Bank's Jared Justice Earns Credit Risk Certification from Risk Management Association

Jared Justice has received his Credit Risk Certification after successfully passing the Risk Management Association (RMA) Credit Risk Professional Examination.

September 3, 2025

Fulton Dining & Activity Center Community Lunches

The Fulton Dining & Activity Center is offering nutritious lunches and social activities for adults 60 and older.

August 30, 2025

DisruptHR Syracuse Event Returns for Third Year; DisrUpstate Expands DisruptHR to North Country

Upstate New York business leaders invited to bold, high-energy events shaking up how we think about leadership and people strategy.

August 29, 2025

Community Heroes Day at the Oswego Farmers Market

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Solvay Bank Promotions Cramer, Sheldon, Boda

August 28, 2025

Solvay Bank Announces Promotions of Eileen Cramer, Anna Sheldon, and Courtney Boda

Solvay Bank, established in 1917 as the oldest community bank established in Onondaga County, is pleased to announce the promotions of three team members: Eileen Cramer, Anna Sheldon, and Courtney Boda.

August 28, 2025

Chief People Officer to Lead Pinnacle Holding Company Culture and Growth

In this role, she will lead initiatives to strengthen employee experience, streamline onboarding and development, and foster stronger communication and collaboration across the Pinnacle Family of Companies.

August 28, 2025

Excellus BCBS Names Seasoned Upstate NY Hospital Leader Martin Stallone, MD, as Executive Vice President, Chief Healthcare Services Officer

In his new role, Stallone will focus on efforts to improve our community’s access to high-quality care that’s as affordable as possible.