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ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Association of Health Care Providers (HCP) has announced the appointment of Kevin Thomas as its new president. Thomas currently serves as managing director and co-chair of Mercury Public Affairs on Long Island, where he leads strategic communications and advocacy efforts in partnership with local governments and organizations to […]

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VESTAL, N.Y. — New Energy New York (NENY) is preparing to host this year’s Battery Week from Oct. 13-17, with events taking place in various locations throughout the Binghamton area.

NENY is a coalition of educational institutions, industry, and community and government organizations, led by Binghamton University, dedicated to boosting upstate New York’s battery and energy storage ecosystem.

NENY describes Battery Week is a “celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, technological innovation and progress, as well as the collaborative effort it takes to make upstate New York America’s Battery Tech Hub.”

The Raymond Corporation and Toyota Material Handling North America are sponsoring the week. All events of Battery Week (https://neny.org/battery-week-2025/) are free to attend with RSVP required.

Activities

On Monday, Oct. 13, the Oakdale Commons in Johnson City will be hosting hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) demonstrations from 12-3 p.m. The event will provide the chance to build your own racing bugs, explore the intricacies of 3D printing, and power lights through gravity.

Binghamton University students will also be showcasing their hand-built Formula 1-style electric vehicle, which has been used in nationwide competitions. Attendees (with licenses) can also get the chance to test drive the electric vehicles by Lucid Motors.

Throughout the week, SUNY Schenectady’s Mobile Learning Lab, sponsored by Binghamton University’s Division of Research, will also be involved. It’ll be parked at the Oakdale Commons on Monday, as well as the Koffman Southern Tier Incubator on Tuesday evening, Oct. 14, and Binghamton University’s Innovative Technologies Complex on Thursday, Oct. 16.

The lab allows those interested to “explore the power of manufacturing and even play with a miniature collaborative robot in the lab,” per the announcement.

In addition, for start-up leaders who would like to learn more about bringing business ideas to reality, they can visit the Koffman Southern Tier Incubator on Tuesday to explore opportunities and programs available around the community.

A Manufacturing Solutions Forum is set for Wednesday, Oct. 15, at the SUNY Broome Culinary and Events Center. Sponsored by The Agency, Broome County’s IDA, this forum brings together various leaders and community voices to collaborate on addressing current manufacturing challenges.

On Thursday, Binghamton University’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the S3IP Center of Excellence will host the second-ever Battery Safety Workshop at the Innovative Technologies Complex. It will include lab tours, demonstrations of NENY coalition partner Viridi’s Mobile Energy Storage System, and networking opportunities for researchers, engineers and technicians alike.

On Friday, Oct. 17, a chance to meet the seven companies selected to participate in ChargeUp Accelerator, described as “the nation’s premier accelerator program dedicated to supporting battery startups,” per the NENY announcement.

WISE Women’s Business Center to host annual Economic Impact Forum on Oct. 14

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The WISE Women’s Business Center will host its annual Economic Impact Forum on Oct. 14 at Syracuse University (SU). The event, titled: “Economic Impact Forum: Honoring 20 Years, Shaping Tomorrow for CNY Women Entrepreneurs,” will be held from 8-10:30 a.m. at SU’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management in Flaum Hall. The

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The WISE Women’s Business Center will host its annual Economic Impact Forum on Oct. 14 at Syracuse University (SU).

The event, titled: “Economic Impact Forum: Honoring 20 Years, Shaping Tomorrow for CNY Women Entrepreneurs,” will be held from 8-10:30 a.m. at SU’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management in Flaum Hall. The forum welcomes entrepreneurs, policymakers, funders, civic leaders, and community supporters invested in strengthening the region’s economy. The organization says the event will “will mark two decades of empowering women entrepreneurs.”

For forum details and to register, visit wisecenter.org/wise-economic-impact-forum or contact wise@wisecenter.org.

Event agenda

The forum will include an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding women business leaders. Liz Yates Horton, owner of Engage Therapy and Wellness, will be honored as WISE Entrepreneur of the Year; Eileen Baugh, owner of Admin-On-Call, will receive the WISE Community Impact Award; and Joanne Lenweaver, a longtime leader in WISE’s success and Co-Owner of Clean Slate Farm, will be recognized with the WISE Legacy Impact Award.

The program will also include the launch of the “State of Women Business Owners in Central New York” report, offering data-driven insights into the region’s entrepreneurial landscape, along with inspiring stories from local women entrepreneurs that showcase resilience, innovation, and community impact.

“For 20 years, WISE has been proud to stand with women entrepreneurs whose drive and vision strengthen Central New York,” Meghan Florkowski, director of the WISE Women’s Business Center, said in the SU announcement. “This celebration is about their impact and our shared commitment to what’s ahead — we invite the community to be part of it.”

In the announcement, SU said, “For nearly two decades, WISE has been a cornerstone of entrepreneurial support, fueling innovation, job creation, and economic development across Central New York. This milestone event will spotlight WISE’s powerful impact while looking toward the future of women-led entrepreneurship in the region.”

Wolfspeed emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

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Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE: WOLF), a company specializing in silicon-carbide technologies, on Monday announced the completion of its financial-restructuring process and emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy

SUNY Poly expands ACE program, launches new student-advisory model

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MARCY, N.Y. — SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) on Monday announced the expansion of the Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) program and the launch of

Syracuse University appoints senior VP for business development

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) has announced the appointment of Dan Dillon as senior VP for business development. In this role, Dillon will lead efforts to expand SU’s business-development portfolio, with an emphasis on growing Syracuse University Global and the university’s online and post-traditional education offerings. He will report directly to SU Chancellor Kent

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse University (SU) has announced the appointment of Dan Dillon as senior VP for business development.

In this role, Dillon will lead efforts to expand SU’s business-development portfolio, with an emphasis on growing Syracuse University Global and the university’s online and post-traditional education offerings.

He will report directly to SU Chancellor Kent Syverud and serve as a member of the chancellor’s executive team. Dillon’s appointment is effective Oct. 20 and was approved by the executive committee of the board of trustees.

“Dan is an exceptional leader whose experience building world-class online programs, cultivating new revenue streams and strengthening university brands is unmatched,” Syverud said in the announcement. “He will play a critical role in helping Syracuse University grow its online portfolio to meet the needs of today’s learners, including undergraduate students who were raised with a device in the palm of their hands, professionals seeking continued learning opportunities, and corporate partners eager for upskilling and reskilling programs. His appointment underscores the University’s commitment to innovating across all areas of our academic operations and adapting to today’s market demands.”

Dillon brings more than three decades of experience in marketing, business development and higher education leadership. He most recently served as VP for marketing at the University of South Carolina. Prior to that, Dillon was VP for marketing and senior advisor to the president at the University of Florida.

Earlier in his career, Dillon held senior leadership roles at Arizona State University (ASU), including CEO of ASU Enterprise Partners and senior VP and chief marketing officer.

“It is rare in a career to step into a role at a university with such a premium, well-established brand and powerhouse reputation,” Dillon said. “I am excited to work with Chancellor Syverud, Provost Agnew, Vice Chancellor Haynie, the Board of Trustees, deans and campus leaders, all of whom are deeply supportive of building a more robust and sustainable revenue center through Syracuse University Global and beyond.”

New York’s top financial regulator leaving office after four years; successor named

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ALBANY, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday announced that Adrienne Harris, who has served as superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial

New York is now mailing inflation-refund checks to more than 8 million households

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ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State is now sending its first-ever inflation-refund checks of up to $400 to 8.2 million households statewide. As of Friday,

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