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DeWITT, N.Y. — Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company on Thursday announced the appointment of Stephen Scuderi as the new president of its Syracuse, Utica, and Watertown offices. Scuderi (pictured) will succeed John Clark in the role. Clark, who has served as president for 38 years, will transition into the role of executive vice […]
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DeWITT, N.Y. — Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company on Thursday announced the appointment of Stephen Scuderi as the new president of its Syracuse, Utica, and Watertown offices.
Scuderi (pictured) will succeed John Clark in the role. Clark, who has served as president for 38 years, will transition into the role of executive vice chairman for Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company.
“With a proven track record of success in the commercial real estate industry and a key member of the firm’s leadership team, Stephen brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the company,” the firm said in its announcement.
Scuderi has worked as a licensed real-estate salesperson for 10 years, Jim Petrie, COO of Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company, tells CNYBJ.
In his new role, Scuderi will oversee all aspects of the company’s operations, including business development, client relations, and strategic planning. He will work with the executive team to “drive the company’s growth and enhance its position as a market leader” in commercial real estate.
With more than 46 years at the company, Clark is transitioning into a leadership role that will focus on strategic planning, business development and fostering relationships with key stakeholders and partners supporting all 10 Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company offices across upstate New York, the firm said.
Cushman & Wakefield / Pyramid Brokerage Company, a commercial real-estate brokerage firm, is headquartered in DeWitt.

Town of Oneonta certified as Climate Smart Community by state DEC
ONEONTA, N.Y. — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced nine communities, including the Town of Oneonta in Otsego

Lockheed Martin announces CFO departure, names successor
Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE: LMT) says it has named Evan Scott as the company’s senior VP and CFO, succeeding Jesus (Jay) Malave, who advised the company that he is “pursuing other opportunities.” Scott, a 26-year Lockheed Martin finance executive, has served as the defense contractor’s treasurer and the CFO of two business units. The appointment
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Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE: LMT) says it has named Evan Scott as the company’s senior VP and CFO, succeeding Jesus (Jay) Malave, who advised the company that he is “pursuing other opportunities.”
Scott, a 26-year Lockheed Martin finance executive, has served as the defense contractor’s treasurer and the CFO of two business units. The appointment is effective immediately, per Lockheed’s Thursday April 17 announcement.
“Over his 26 years at Lockheed Martin, Evan [Scott] has earned the utmost respect as an experienced finance and operations leader, with deep understanding of our business and mission,” James Taiclet, chairman, president, and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corp., said in the company’s announcement. “I am confident he is the right choice to drive our continued growth and lead our finance organization with excellence.”
Lockheed Martin — which is based in Bethesda, Maryland — operates a plant at 497 Electronics Parkway in the town of Salina, as well as a facility in Owego.
The company will hold its first quarter 2025 earnings results webcast as scheduled on Tuesday, April 22 at 11 a.m. eastern time.

Micron reorganizing business units to capitalize on AI growth across market segments
Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MU) on Thursday announced a market segment-based reorganization of its business units to capitalize on the growth driven by AI (artificial

Cornell University formally opens Atkinson Hall research hub
ITHACA, N.Y. — Cornell University officially opened its new Atkinson Hall on April 9 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The hall serves as a home for

Oswego Health names new executive director of The Manor at Seneca Hill
OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Andrea Doviak as the new executive director and administrator at The Manor at Seneca Hill. Doviak is a respected leader within the Oswego Health system, bringing extensive leadership experience, clinical expertise, and dedication to quality care, the health system said in its announcement, In her new role, Doviak
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OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Andrea Doviak as the new executive director and administrator at The Manor at Seneca Hill.
Doviak is a respected leader within the Oswego Health system, bringing extensive leadership experience, clinical expertise, and dedication to quality care, the health system said in its announcement,
In her new role, Doviak will assume responsibility for directly overseeing The Manor’s 120-bed skilled nursing facility, ensuring that the standard of resident care and services is met. Under her leadership, Oswego Health said it is committed to maintaining its reputation for “providing exceptional care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.”
Doviak served as interim executive director and administrator of The Manor at Seneca Hill from August to November 2022 and from February 2025 until now. “She demonstrated extraordinary leadership and a deep commitment to The Manor’s residents and the broader Oswego Health mission during both times,” the announcement stated.
Oswego Health added Doviak to its team in April 2022 as a clinical registered nurse, and since then, she has proven herself to be “a reliable, capable, and dedicated leader,” the health system said.
Doviak holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Roberts Wesleyan College and has been a licensed RN since 1995. She earned her nursing home administrator license in 2015. Before joining Oswego Health, Doviak was the administrator and director of nursing at Morningstar Care Center in Oswego.

State finds nearly $3 million in workers’-compensation fraud in 2024
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — New York State identified $2.7 million in workers’-compensation fraud and made 14 arrests for such fraud in 2024, representing a nearly 30

Rosamond Gifford Zoo executive director to retire in late May
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Ted Fox, who has served as executive director of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo since 2011, will retire on May 30. Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon describes Fox’s time with the zoo as an “extraordinary career that spanned 34 years dedicated to wildlife, conservation, education and the growth of the County’s Rosamond Gifford
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Ted Fox, who has served as executive director of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo since 2011, will retire on May 30.
Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon describes Fox’s time with the zoo as an “extraordinary career that spanned 34 years dedicated to wildlife, conservation, education and the growth of the County’s Rosamond Gifford Zoo.”
Fox has worked at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo since starting as a zookeeper in 1991, per the zoo’s website. In 1999, he was promoted to collection manager for the bird department and in 2006 he was named curator. He has served as the zoo’s executive director since 2011, per the website.
A graduate of Cornell University, Fox holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science with a minor in poultry science and a concentration in natural resources.
“As Ted enters retirement, he does so with the community’s deep appreciation and gratitude for his unwavering dedication to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo.” McMahon said in a statement. “While Ted’s retirement is undoubtedly a bittersweet moment, we are forever grateful for the legacy and impact of Ted has had on our staff, visitors and the countless animals that have called the Rosamond Gifford Zoo home.”
Onondaga County will begin a nationwide search for a new zoo director in the coming weeks.

Utica University announces graduate commencement speaker
UTICA, N.Y. — Utica University alumnus Tyler Kallasy will present the address at this year’s graduate commencement ceremony on May 9 at the Adirondack Bank

SRAA reminds travelers of May 7 REAL ID deadline at Syracuse airport
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) is urging travelers to ensure they have REAL ID-compliant identification or another acceptable ID — such
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