Talk CNY
Welcome to Talk CNY by CenterState, presented by NBT Bank. Through this series, discover the latest news and information on topics ranging from community and workforce development, to policy and innovation. Each month features leaders from across Central New York to shine a spotlight on the growth and opportunities happening in the region. In under 15 minutes, you’ll get an inside look at the people, projects and planning moving Central New York forward, and be connected to resources you need to support your business’ growth.
CenterState CEO is Central New York’s leading business leadership and economic development organization, committed to creating a region where businesses thrive, and all people prosper.
Talk CNY
Latest Episodes
Celebrating the INSPYRE Innovation Hub's One-Year Anniversary
CenterState CEO opened INSPYRE Innovation Hub one year ago this September. It’s been a busy year, hosting more than 100 events, expanding programs and bringing greater resources to the region’s innovation and entrepreneurship communities. And w...
Driving Meaningful Changes with Westcott Community Center
Partnership and collaboration is essential to so much of Center State CEO's work. It allows us to be more creative and find more holistic solutions to some of the region's most complex challenges. The Westcott Community Center has ...
Talk CNY Miniseries: Leadership Lessons - Bryan Blair: Innovation in College Athletics
In this episode of the Talk CNY Miniseries: Leadership Lessons, presented by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, Syracuse University Athletic Director Bryan Blair discusses his approach to developing ideas, leading organizational change, building te...
Building for What's Next: NBT Bank's Regional Growth
On this episode, we welcome a very special guest, Dave Kavney, NBT Bank's President of Central New York, the Southern Tier, and Pennsylvania. NBT Bank is the presenting sponsor for this podcast, and the entire Talk CNY team is so grateful to th...
Quarterly Market Insights 2026 Q3: Market Volatility, AI Growth and Economic Resilience
In this episode of Quarterly Market Insights, a special series part of CenterState CEO's Talk CNY podcast presented by NBT Bank, host Kevin Schwab sits down with NBT Bank Chief Economist and Chief Investment Officer Ken Entenm...
