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SUNY appoints vice chancellor for workforce development and upward mobility
ALBANY, N.Y. — The SUNY board of trustees has appointed Christopher White as the system’s first-ever vice chancellor for workforce development and upward mobility. He’s joining SUNY Chancellor John King, Jr.’s cabinet, and his appointment is effective Dec. 12, SUNY said. In its announcement, SUNY describes it as a “key position” established to advance one […]
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ALBANY, N.Y. — The SUNY board of trustees has appointed Christopher White as the system’s first-ever vice chancellor for workforce development and upward mobility.
He’s joining SUNY Chancellor John King, Jr.’s cabinet, and his appointment is effective Dec. 12, SUNY said.
In its announcement, SUNY describes it as a “key position” established to advance one of SUNY’s four priority pillars (student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility).
White most recently served as deputy commissioner of workforce development at the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL). He has experience in workforce development, communications, and public policy.
In this role, White is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership in creating and implementing workforce-development initiatives, solidifying external partnerships, and “ensuring seamless coordination” across SUNY System Administration and its 64 colleges and universities.
White will also have primary responsibility for implementing SUNY’s goal of ensuring that all undergraduate students complete an internship or other experiential learning opportunity before earning their degree.
“In the nearly two years since Chancellor King took office, he has taken bold action with his team to secure upward mobility for our students including adult learners,” the SUNY Board of Trustees said in the announcement. “With the appointment of Chris White, the connections to the job market in our state will only grow stronger and benefit more New Yorkers.”
“During my time at [NYSDOL], we have expanded partnerships, data collection and technology, and our career center system is now serving more than one million New Yorkers each year,” White said in the SUNY announcement. “I look forward to expanding job opportunities with Chancellor King and campus leaders for the hundreds of thousands of students who come to SUNY for a higher education each year – from traditional-age college students to adult learners. My thanks to Chancellor King, Chairman Merryl Tisch, and the entire Board of Trustees on this appointment.”
Tioga Downs Regional Community Foundation awards $2M in grants to nonprofits
NICHOLS, N.Y. — The Tioga Downs Regional Community Foundation announced it has awarded $2 million in grants to more than 100 nonprofit organizations from Chemung,
Jeff Reisner has recently joined Key Private Bank as senior VP, senior relationship manager. In this role, he will provide high-net-worth clients with coordinated and
Christina Santone has joined Key Private Bank as assistant VP, associate relationship manager. Based in Syracuse, she will work with Key’s team of relationship managers
Ithaca company wins $100,000 pitch competition
ITHACA, N.Y. — EMPEQ was named the winner of the $100,000 Veteran Pitch Competition hosted by The Veteran Fund, chosen from a pool of more
Indium Corp. announces leadership change
CLINTON, N.Y. — Indium Corporation has a new CEO as former leader Greg Evans transitions to a role as executive chair of the board of directors, the company announced. Ross Berntson, who already served as Indium’s president and COO, is now also the firm’s CEO. In his dual role, Berntson is responsible for the overall
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CLINTON, N.Y. — Indium Corporation has a new CEO as former leader Greg Evans transitions to a role as executive chair of the board of directors, the company announced.
Ross Berntson, who already served as Indium’s president and COO, is now also the firm’s CEO. In his dual role, Berntson is responsible for the overall strategic direction and key decision making that impacts the company’s future.
Berntson joined Indium in 1996 and has served in leadership positions in product management, market development, and technical support. During his tenure as president/COO, the company saw significant advances in all functions and global activities.
“Ross has promoted creativity, curiosity, and innovation across all areas of our company,” Libby Macartney Mitchell, company owner and president of the Indium Corporation & Macartney Family Foundation, said in a news release. “Under his leadership, Indium Corporation has advanced in its organizational structure and in operational capabilities that are core to our growth, stability, and strength.”
In his new role as executive chair, Evans provides guidance to Indium with duties including facilitating communication between the board and executive management and providing guidance and support in the strategic and operational execution of company objectives.
“During Greg’s tenure, Indium Corporation achieved significant growth by creating value for our customers through the delivery of innovative technical support and the development of yield- and productivity-enhancing products,” Mitchell said. “Most importantly, Greg has led and supported our Indium Corporation culture, instilling the core values of respect, appreciation, and achievement.”
Headquartered in Clinton, Indium is a materials refiner, smelter, manufacturer, and supplier to the global electronics, semiconductor, thin-film, and thermal-management industries.
Crouse Health annual Lights of Love campaign to benefit repairs to the clock tower
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Crouse Health’s annual Lights of Love campaign will benefit repairs to the clock tower on which the lights are displayed. The health
Schumer asks Congress to extend Medicare telehealth service
HAMILTON, N.Y. — U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D–N.Y.) is urging lawmakers to extend Medicare’s telehealth program, which could expire at the end of
Naturally Lewis awards nearly $104,000 to Lewis County businesses
LOWVILLE, N.Y. — Naturally Lewis, Inc. says it has awarded close to $104,000 to Lewis County companies through two different funds. The organization in late November announced the recipients of grants from the Building Business Fund and the Small Things, Big Impacts Fund. Building Business Fund is designed to provide matching funds to businesses looking
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LOWVILLE, N.Y. — Naturally Lewis, Inc. says it has awarded close to $104,000 to Lewis County companies through two different funds.
The organization in late November announced the recipients of grants from the Building Business Fund and the Small Things, Big Impacts Fund.
Building Business Fund is designed to provide matching funds to businesses looking to scale-up their business operations through various “tools,” and the Small Things, Big Impacts Fund seeks to provide matching funds to businesses and organizations looking to increase their visibility.
A total of $103,600 has been awarded to eight businesses in Lewis County; the awarded projects are estimated to have an impact of over $334,000 for the local economy.
Naturally Lewis, Inc administers the services of the Lewis County Development Corporation.
Besides the recipients announced below, Naturally Lewis also noted that applications for the Small Things, Big Impacts Fund are open through this Thursday with $5,000 in funding remaining for 2024.
Funding recipients
The Building Business Fund aims to help businesses that are looking to expand or diversify and “demonstrate an overall benefit” to the community with matching grants greater than $10,000.
The recipients include S&S Spray Foam Insulation of Lowville which was awarded $45,000; along with $30,000 for Snow Ridge Resort of Turin and $25,000 for Greene Acres Processing, LLC of Boonville.
The Small Things, Big Impacts Fund provides matching grants between $500 and $1,000. The recipients included Squishy’s BBQ & Catering of Lowville which was awarded $1,000; along with $450 for Harrisville Food Pantry; $250 for Steeple & Hearth Marketing Collective of Lowville; $1,000 for North Country Property Maintenance of Lowville; and $900 for Old Croghan Engine House in Croghan.
State completes Thruway work in Herkimer and Montgomery counties
New York State wrapped up a $13.7 million infrastructure project on the Thruway (I-90) in Herkimer and Montgomery counties. Work included full- and partial-depth repairs
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