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 Hospitaannounces 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

Kimberly A. Boynton Named to NBT Board of Directors
September 22, 2026

Kimberly A. Boynton Named to NBT Board of Directors

Boynton is the former President and Chief Executive Officer of Crouse Health and is currently a licensed real estate salesperson with Cushman & Wakefield | Pyramid Brokerage Company.

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September 18, 2026

Community Day at the Everson

We’re celebrating the opening of America 250: Rebels, Radicals, & Revolutionaries with a day full of art-making, family fun, and community connection.

Turning Stone Earns National Recognition from Forbes for $400 Million Transformation
September 17, 2026

Turning Stone Earns National Recognition from Forbes for $400 Million Transformation

Forbes senior contributor, Larry Olmsted, highlights the $400 million Turing Stone Evolution – praises resort’s hotels, world-class dining, golf, events, entertainment, central location and proclaims Turning Stone “the biggest and best in…

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop
September 16, 2026

NY SBDC Fast Track to Small Business Workshop

This program helps participants build a strong foundation, avoid common start-up pitfalls, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Oswego Health Foundation Gala
September 16, 2026

2026 Oswego Health Foundation Gala

Oswego Health Foundation announces their 7th Annual Foundation Gala, "License to Heal: A Night of Elegance. A Mission of Care."

Good Side of Bad Movie Screening NAMI Syracuse
September 15, 2026

Award-winning Movie Screening to Benefit Mental Illness

Join NAMI Syracuse, NAMI NYS, and Schizophrenic.nyc for a special screening of Good Side of Bad, followed by an evening of storytelling, lived experience, mental health advocacy, and connection.

William Hython
September 14, 2026

Business Litigation Attorney William Hython joins Harris Beach Murtha’s Syracuse Office

Senior Counsel William H. Hython has joined Harris Beach Murtha’s Business Litigation practice group and Syracuse office.

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September 14, 2026

Hospitality Syracuse Inc. will Present a $113,580 Check to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse on Sept. 16.

You are cordially invited to join us at 3:30pm on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Boys…

PEACE, Inc. Rooftop BBQ Fundraiser
September 10, 2026

PEACE, Inc. Rooftop BBQ Fundraiser

Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and great company while supporting programs that help individuals and families throughout Central New York thrive.