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NextGen Label names chief human resources officer
CICERO — NextGen Label Group recently announced the promotion of Jessica McCarthy to chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective April 1. The move coincides with Dan Rosenbaum’s transition to president and CEO of the company. McCarthy is a proven leader in human resources and administration, bringing extensive experience in fostering a positive and productive workplace […]

Preferred Mutual appoints chief information officer
NEW BERLIN — Preferred Mutual Insurance Company named David Smith senior VP and chief information officer, effective Jan. 1, according to a Feb. 19 announcement. In this role, he will oversee the development and implementation of innovative technology strategies that enhance customer and agency experiences while driving business-process transformation at Preferred Mutual. Smith joined Preferred

Excellus net income rebounds in 2024 despite operating loss
ROCHESTER — Excellus BlueCross BlueShield says the health plan ended 2024 with a profit of $25.6 million, citing its annual report filed with the New York State Department of Financial Services on March 1. “While the health plan last year faced several challenges, stronger-than-expected investment results helped the insurer reach a small net margin of

Assured Information Security, of Rome, receives patent number 25
ROME, N.Y. — Assured Information Security (AIS) recently received a new patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, bringing the company’s total to 25 issued patents with several more pending, the Rome–based company announced. “Expanding our patent portfolio reinforces our commitment to developing cutting-edge technology solutions that enhance system security and resilience,” AIS COO

Strategic Executive Alliance partners with Greater Utica Chamber for monthly program
UTICA, N.Y. — Strategic Executive Alliance (SEA) has announced a partnership with the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce to host a monthly residency program beginning in April that will provide local businesses and entrepreneurs access to SEA’s expertise. Beginning Monday, April 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., SEA will hold sessions on the first

Rome Health Community Recovery Center returns to original location
ROME, N.Y. — The Rome Health Community Recovery Center (CRC) recently returned to its original location at 264 W. Dominick St. in Rome, not far from the Capitol Theater. The center opened to the public starting Feb. 10. The Rome Health Community Recovery Center offers outpatient services for individuals struggling with substance-use disorders. These services

Morse Manufacturing rolls out rebrand and redesigned website
SYRACUSE — Morse Manufacturing, a manufacturer of drum-handling equipment, recently launched a new brand identity, featuring a modernized logo, redesigned website, and an updated visual aesthetic that reflects the company’s future, while honoring its legacy. “For over 100 years, Morse has been at the forefront of innovation in drum handling solutions. This rebranding represents our

VIEWPOINT: Revolutionizing Long-Term Care at Home Pharmacy Services
An aging patient, living alone and confused by the complex regimen of medications she must take, gets help from a pharmacist. Another patient, unhappy with the results he is getting from his prescriptions, has a visit with an in-home pharmacist for help with medication-therapy management. Both patients (and many more like them) are benefitting from

2025 Nonprofit Awards Event Supplement
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Three Central New York firms certified as SDVOBs
ALBANY— New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner Jeanette Moy recently announced that 25 businesses across the state were certified as service-disabled veteran-owned businesses (SDVOB), including three small firms in Central New York. The New York OGS Division of Service-Disabled Veterans’ Business Development (DSDVBD) issued the certification to Veteran Supply Enterprise, a medical,
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