New Partners-CEO Insights July 2025

Posted on June 30, 2025

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Please join us in welcoming new CenterState CEO Partner-level members. 

 

ICAN

Linda Lopez

106 Memorial Pkwy

Utica, NY 13501

315-575-9862

https://ican.family/programs/

Integrated Community Alternatives Network, or ICAN, a not-for-profit organization, is a unique home and community-based network that provides individualized and non-traditional services and care to the highest risk individuals and families with social, emotional, mental health and behavioral challenges. It has been a mainstay in the Central New York community for over 20 years.

 

Modern Advocacy

Joe Rossi

120 E. Washington St., Ste 300

Syracuse, NY 13202

315-956-9502

www.modernadvocacyllc.com

Modern Advocacy LLC is a principled consulting firm specializing in political campaign strategy, high-impact lobbying, and cannabis policy expertise. Led by a skilled strategist with a proven track record, it delivers winning campaign tactics, legislative influence and cutting-edge policy solutions. Its focus is on shaping political victories, driving advocacy efforts, and navigating the emerging legal cannabis landscape—while ensuring clients achieve real, measurable results.

 

Reader HR

Caprice Reader

125 Winnders Way

Warners, NY 13164

315-730-6466

www.readerhr.com/about

Reader HR Consulting offers innovative HR consulting services to businesses. Its team of experienced HR professionals brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every client engagement. The team at Reader HR understands that every organization is unique. That's why Reader HR takes a personalized approach to each project, working closely with its clients to identify their specific needs and goals. Whether the client is a startup looking to build a winning team or an established organization seeking to optimize your HR processes, Reader HR is here to support every step of the way.

 

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