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    Engage in the Micron Technology Project

    Micron is projected to generate significant economic growth for New York state.

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Featured News & Events

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IIH 1 Year Celebration
CEO News | 09/17/2026

INSPYRE Innovation Hub’s First Year Fuels Growth, Connections and Entrepreneurial Success

In its first year, CenterState CEO’s INSPYRE Innovation Hub has become a cornerstone of Central New York’s innovation ecosystem.

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CEO News | 09/09/2026

Empire State Development Announces GENIUS NY Round 10 Finalists

Finalists from around the world will compete in this milestone year for GENIUS NY, the world’s largest accelerator for drones and robotics.

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ECL2026
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Economic Champions Celebration

CenterState CEO's Economic Champions event honors the businesses and organizations that are contributing to the growth of Central New…

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Cyber Security Summit
CenterState/INSPYRE Workshop/Training
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Future-Proof Your Business: Cybersecurity, Technology & AI Summit

Save the Date. Additional details coming soon!

CEO in Action

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    CEO in Action

    Investing in and Accelerating the Region’s Innovation Ecosystem

    Central New York’s innovation ecosystem is thriving. The region has built on its historic legacy of entrepreneurship, following more than a decade of investment and strategic programming

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    Connections and Expertise Support Transformational Downtown Project - City Center

    CenterState CEO helped Hayner navigate unique grant challenges and opportunities, allowing for incentives to remain in place until the project was able to commence, and facilitated connections for commercial tenants.

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    CEO in Action

    Securing Micron's Historic Community Investment

    On Oct. 4, 2022, Micron Technology, Inc. announced Central New York’s White Pine site, in Clay, will be home to its semiconductor manufacturing facility.

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    Growth + Equity Fund Support Helps Entrepreneurs Bring Their Small Businesses to Life

    The Growth + Equity Fund was designed to help entrepreneurs establish and grow their businesses, like owner of Ma’s Wings and Things Sarah Ausby.

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Member Spotlight

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    Network Spotlight

    Syracuse Regional Airport Authority

    The small hub international airport saw more than 3 million travelers, an increase of 5% over 2023, and the busiest year in the airport’s 75-year existence.

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    Network Spotlight

    The Lab Creative

    Since its founding more than seven years ago, The Lab Creative has supported and extended brands with compelling projects.

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    Network Spotlight

    Bryant & Stratton College

    Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College (B&SC) provides practical education that blends theory with real-world experience.

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    Network Spotlight

    Oswego Health

    Established in 1881, Oswego Health is a nonprofit healthcare system and Oswego County’s largest private employer.

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