Member Essentials-CEO Insights January 2026

Posted on January 2, 2026

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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.   

 

Centro receives federal funding to purchase nine low emission buses for BRT system.  

COR Development announces redevelopment at Cor Center in Clay, NY. 

Everson Museum celebrates 40 years of holiday magic with Festival of Trees & Light. 

Excellus announces the recipients of 2025 Health Equity Innovation Awards. 

Harris Beach Murtha launches artificial intelligence industry team. 

Leadership Greater Syracuse announces 2025 graduates. 

Lockheed Martin plans for $51 million expansion project at its Owego plant. 

M.A. Polce is named to the 2025 MSSP Alert Top 250 Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) list.   

Micron takes another step forward after receiving environmental permits from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. 

National Grid plans multi-year restoration project for its iconic downtown Syracuse building. 

Nave Law Firm helps build beds for children in need across the Central New York community. 

Medical staff at Oswego Hospital announces new leadership for 2026-2027. 

Rescue Mission among the upstate New York nonprofits to use state funds for homeless housing. 

Solvay Bank distributes $100,000 in grants to local nonprofits and church food pantries. 

SUNY Oswego President Dr. Peter Nwosu to serve on board of national association for state schools. 

Syracuse University College of Professional Studies signs transfer agreement with Tompkins County Community College. 

Turning Stone Resort Casino’s 2025 Gingerbread Village named one the world’s Most Over-the-Top Hotel Gingerbread Displays by Forbes Travel Guide.  

Upstate University Hospital starts design phase of $450 million annex project. 

 

Other Network News

Tenbit Emiru
November 4, 2026

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Names Dr. Tenbit Emiru Chief Medical Officer

Tenbit Emiru, MD, PhD, MBA has joined Excellus BCBS and its parent company, The Lifetime Healthcare Companies, as enterprise chief medical officer and senior vice president of medical services.

AmeriCU Credit Union Announces Promotion of Daniela Paparo to Financial Center Manager
November 4, 2026

AmeriCU Credit Union Announces Promotion of Daniela Paparo to Financial Center Manager

In this role, Daniela will lead the financial center team in supporting members’ financial needs and building strong relationships within the community.

Nave's Neighbors
November 2, 2026

Nave Law Firm Recognizes ED23 Foundation as November's Nave's Neighbor

Nave Law Firm recognizes the ED23 Foundation, founded by SU standout Eric Devendorf, for supporting Syracuse youth and families through sports, mentorship, and its Annual Turkey Drive.

New to the Network
October 29, 2026

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Welcome new members to the CenterState CEO Network.

Ambassadors Graphic 2026
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Network News
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Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop
October 29, 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension Farm-to-School Workshop

This educational program begins with a farm tour at Grindstone Farm in Pulaski, NY.

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend
October 28, 2026

NBT Bancorp Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Cash Dividend

NBT Bancorp Inc. (“NBT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NBTB) reported net income and diluted earnings per share for the three and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2026.

Production Poster for The Nutcracker
October 26, 2026

The Nutcracker

Play written by June Walker Rogers and Directed by Jennifer Hitchcock.