CenterState CEO

CenterState CEO is a regional business leadership organization and economic development strategist based in Syracuse, New York. Serving as a chamber of commerce and a driver of regional growth, it represents over 1,500 members across Central New York. The organization plays a pivotal role in fostering the region's innovation ecosystem, including the life sciences, healthcare, and semiconductor industries. It leads major initiatives such as the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub and provides business support services, advocacy, and community investment programs. While it supports biotech and healthcare startups through its business incubator and regional partnerships, it is not a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company itself.