CenterState CEO

CenterState CEO Building a region where business thrives and all people prosper.

CenterState CEO's vision is for a vibrant and globally connected region recognized as a place where business thrives and people prosper. CenterState CEO's portfolio of work includes:
-Business & Economic Development
-Innovation & Entrepreneurship
-Economic Inclusion
-Racial Equity & Social Impact
-Research, Policy & Planning

Membership provides access to business development assistance and conn

ections to nearly 2,000 member businesses of all sizes across Central and Northern New York. Whether your business is large or small, already a member or interested in becoming one, we invite you to join our efforts to enhance business competitiveness, economic development and prosperity in our region.

Industry, defense, education and workforce leaders came together for the 2026 Upstate Defense Microelectronics Forum to ...
09/03/2026

Industry, defense, education and workforce leaders came together for the 2026 Upstate Defense Microelectronics Forum to discuss opportunities shaping New York’s growing microelectronics and semiconductor ecosystem.

CenterState CEO’s Jennifer McCullough moderated a panel focused on building a defense, and microelectronics, ready workforce, including the partnerships and talent pipelines needed to support national security, advanced manufacturing and continued regional growth.

Learn more from WKTV: https://hubs.la/Q04wlcl10

09/03/2026

LESS THAN TWO DAYS LEFT! Central New York’s economy grows because companies and organizations choose to hire, invest, expand and innovate here. CenterState CEO recognizes that collective impact as a part of its Economic Champions celebration. Submit your company or nominate another organization to be recognized this fall by day's end tomorrow, Sept. 4: https://bit.ly/SubmitEconomicChampions

Listen to Vinny Peone of Eastern Security Services share how grateful the organization is to additionally be recognized as a CenterState CEO Business of the Year for 2026.

09/03/2026

In this episode of the Talk CNY Miniseries: Leadership Lessons, presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Syracuse University, Syracuse Orange Athletic Director Bryan Blair discusses his approach to developing ideas, leading organizational change, building teamwork and learning lessons from every experience. He also shares his vision to make Syracuse Athletics a Top 10 program nationally, from creating an unmatched Dome experience to leveraging Syracuse’s academic advantages and modernizing operations. It’s a candid conversation about leadership, resilience and the power of “we.”

Listen or watch here: https://hubs.la/Q04v88ZG0

TWO DAYS LEFT! CenterState CEO is accepting submissions for 2026 Economic Champions. If your organization has grown, inv...
09/03/2026

TWO DAYS LEFT! CenterState CEO is accepting submissions for 2026 Economic Champions. If your organization has grown, invested or made an impact in the past year, this is your chance to share that work. Eligible achievements include adding jobs, opening a business, expanding operations, making capital expenditures due to growth, engaging in DEI efforts, receiving state or national recognition or celebrating a significant milestone. Submit by tomorrow: https://bit.ly/SubmitEconomicChampions

09/02/2026

In this episode of Quarterly Market Insights, a special series part of CenterState CEO’s Talk CNY podcast, presented by NBT Bank, host Kevin Schwab sits down with NBT Bank Chief Economist and Chief Investment Officer Ken Entenmann to unpack the biggest economic headlines. From oil prices to inflation and AI-driven growth, Ken explains why market volatility may be masking a surprisingly resilient economy. Listen or watch here: https://hubs.la/Q04wn31s0

The Syracuse region is one of the nation’s best cities for work. Indeed ranked the Syracuse metro area No. 20 on its ina...
09/02/2026

The Syracuse region is one of the nation’s best cities for work. Indeed ranked the Syracuse metro area No. 20 on its inaugural Best Cities for Work list. Its economists analyzed more than 200 metros across six pillars: Job Opportunity, Job Quality, Compensation, Career Mobility, Work-Life and Flexibility, and Economic Opportunity. It also ranked 7th for Economic Opportunity and 9th for Job Quality and Security.

The recognition reflects Central New York’s available workforce, educational pipeline, strategic location and quality of life. See the full ranking: https://hubs.la/Q04wn62v0

09/02/2026

There are less than THREE DAYS left to submit your organization for CenterState CEO's Economic Champions Celebration! We wants to hear whether you opened a business, expanded operations, grew your team, invested in your company’s future, earned recognition or marked an important anniversary. Submit by Sept. 4: https://bit.ly/SubmitEconomicChampions

Listen to Grant Fletcher of Fleet Feet Syracuse talk about its 50th anniversary.

THREE DAYS LEFT! Help us recognize the companies and organizations contributing to the growth of the Central New York ec...
09/02/2026

THREE DAYS LEFT! Help us recognize the companies and organizations contributing to the growth of the Central New York economy. Submit your company or nominate another as a 2026 Economic Champion by Friday: https://bit.ly/SubmitEconomicChampions

09/02/2026

Nearly $7,000 in repairs and still no working car. Vehicles to Work helped change that.

On Talk CNY, presented by NBT Bank, host Katie Zilcosky talks with Westcott Community Center Executive Director Joan Royle and CenterState CEO's Director of Workforce Innovation Emilija Postolovska about the real impact of removing transportation barriers.

Joan shares how the program connected one Bridge participant with a reputable repair provider. Now, she has a working car to get to classes at Onondaga Community College and support her family. Listen or watch here: https://hubs.ly/Q04wbxwl0

Win Syracuse Mets tickets and see a game before the 2026 season comes to a close!CenterState CEO is grateful to have the...
09/01/2026

Win Syracuse Mets tickets and see a game before the 2026 season comes to a close!

CenterState CEO is grateful to have the Syracuse Mets as part of the CenterState CEO Network. In partnership with the Mets, CenterState CEO is giving followers a chance to enjoy the last few weeks of summer at the ballpark! Win vouchers that can be redeemed for any remaining home game this season, including upcoming theme nights like Irish Night and Italian Night.

For a chance to score your tickets👇
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CenterState CEO will message winners with details about their ticket vouchers. See you at the ballpark!⚾🎟️

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