Otis Technology set for new leadership to begin 2026

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LYONS FALLS — Otis Technology in Lewis County has promoted the company’s executive VP to serve as CEO, beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Brad McIntyre has worked for Otis for more than 25 years, per the firm’s Dec. 9 announcement. Otis Technology, which specializes in gun maintenance, is located at 6987 Laura St. in Lyons Falls. […]

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LYONS FALLS — Otis Technology in Lewis County has promoted the company’s executive VP to serve as CEO, beginning Jan. 1, 2026.

Brad McIntyre has worked for Otis for more than 25 years, per the firm’s Dec. 9 announcement. Otis Technology, which specializes in gun maintenance, is located at 6987 Laura St. in Lyons Falls.

McIntyre will succeed Bill Kleftis, who has served as CEO since 2022. Kleftis will remain with the company in an advisory capacity through the first quarter of 2026 to “ensure a seamless transition,” Otis Technology said.

Throughout his time with Otis, McIntyre has been instrumental in developing and strengthening Otis Technology’s relationships with government/military and international partners, the company says.

“His deep understanding of these markets and his strategic leadership have helped position Otis as a trusted provider of mission-critical solutions across the globe,” per the email.

“Brad’s promotion is a natural evolution for Otis,” Kleftis said in the announcement. “He’s not a newcomer; we’ve grown together, and he’s helped shape the company into what it is today. His ability to inspire teams and execute strategy has been instrumental in our success. I am confident that under Brad’s leadership, Otis will continue to thrive and evolve while staying true to our roots.”

Otis Technology is known for manufacturing advanced gun-cleaning systems and accessories. Doreen Williams founded the business in 1985 as a teenager. The company has about 100 employees.

“When I hear the word Otis, I feel family. Brad has been part of the Otis family for many years, and his promotion is not just a milestone for the company, but a reflection of the culture we’ve nurtured since day one,” Williams, who also serves as chairwoman of its board of directors, said in the announcement. “His leadership is grounded in integrity, mutual respect, and a deep commitment to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. His leadership will carry Otis forward with strength and purpose.”

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LOWVILLE — A meat processor located northeast of Lowville is this year’s recipient of the Naturally Lewis Outstanding Business Award. Red Barn Meats, Inc. was among the businesses that Naturally Lewis recognized during its Membership Awards Night held on Nov. 19 at the Town Hall Theater in Lowville. The event brought together more than 100

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LOWVILLE — A meat processor located northeast of Lowville is this year’s recipient of the Naturally Lewis Outstanding Business Award.

Red Barn Meats, Inc. was among the businesses that Naturally Lewis recognized during its Membership Awards Night held on Nov. 19 at the Town Hall Theater in Lowville.

The event brought together more than 100 business and community leaders to acknowledge the achievements of the Naturally Lewis membership, which contributes to the success of Lewis County’s economy.

Besides Red Barn Meats, this year’s award recipients include North Country Family Health Center, which was recognized with the Community Excellency Award following a recent acquisition and expansion.

In addition, Naturally Lewis honored Good Ol’ Wishy’s of Croghan with the Discover Tug Hill Award, acknowledging its 30 years of service. The organization also recognized Scott and Ingrid Moshier with the Entrepreneur of the Year Award for their involvement in businesses that include Wolff’s Body Shop, Monnat & Nortz Service Station, The Old Croghan Engine House, and Moving Mountains Café.

The Moshiers have invested nearly $250,000 in Croghan’s downtown businesses, renovating the historic Old Engine House and expanding Moving Mountains Café, per the Naturally Lewis Facebook page.

To be eligible for an award, a business must be an active Naturally Lewis member and meet the criteria of each respective award category. Businesses and organizations were nominated for awards by Naturally Lewis staff, and public voting decided the award recipients.

“This year has been defined by growth, reinvestment, and resilience with more than $8 million invested directly into our local economy by the nominees in this room alone,” Jenna Lauraine, programs & partnerships director at Naturally Lewis, said in the announcement. “Tonight’s awards honor not only individual achievements, but the collective momentum of a county that continues to grow, adapt, and thrive because of the people who call it home.”

Naturally Lewis says membership in the organization can provide businesses and organizations with the tools and resources needed to start and grow. Businesses and nonprofits interested in joining the Naturally Lewis membership can find more information at naturallylewis.com/min/membership.

Naturally Lewis is an economic-development organization that administers the services of the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, County of Lewis Industrial Development Association, and Lewis County Development Corporation.

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SYRACUSE — M&T Bank recently announced it has appointed David Casullo, founder and CEO of Daneli Partners, to its Directors Advisory Council for Central New York.

The 11-member council meets regularly to discuss business, customer, and community impact opportunities within Central New York and provides insights to support M&T’s ongoing efforts to develop locally customized product and service models.

David Casullo, who is also co-founder of Overlook Ridge Development, “brings a dynamic blend of entrepreneurial vision, executive leadership and deep civic engagement to the Central New York council,” M&T Bank said in its Nov. 25 announcement. He is an experienced entrepreneur, executive coach, and real-estate developer with more than three decades of leadership experience across manufacturing, retail, and service industries.

Daneli Partners is a leadership-development firm focused on cultivating high-integrity, high-energy leaders to drive the revitalization of upstate New York. Overlook Ridge Development is a mission-driven real-estate company advancing sustainable economic growth in small localities like Little Falls.

Casullo is the author of “Leading the High-Energy Culture” and has advised Fortune 500 executives, government leaders, and emerging changemakers worldwide. His corporate leadership includes serving as senior VP of human resources at Raymour & Flanigan, where he launched the Leadership Development Institute and helped scale the company to a billion-dollar enterprise, the announcement stated. At age 36, Casullo became the first non-family president of Burrows Paper Corp., a milestone in the company’s 75-plus-year history.

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