CenterState CEO
- Michael Sgro
- Dec 9, 2025
- 2 min read
CenterState CEO is an independent nonprofit committed to creating inclusive, equitable and sustainable economic growth in Central New York. Our team of experts helps our members, clients and businesses of all sizes start, scale, recruit and relocate. At our core, we are problem solvers working with our partners in public, private, and nonprofit sectors to find collaborative and innovative solutions to advance the region and its people.
CenterState CEO serves as the region’s largest business network, supporting its members and clients through responsive programs, facilitated connections, effective advocacy and timely, relevant information. Our team offers in-house expertise in research and data analysis; diversity, equity and inclusion services; talent recruitment resources; startup and small business assistance, as well as connections to a vast network of public, private and nonprofit sector partners.
We hold an unwavering commitment to creating a region where business thrives and ALL people prosper. As such, we strive to support a more inclusive business community and Central New York. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, embrace all individuals and respect their originality. Whether it’s religion, race or ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation, age or differing abilities – many unique backgrounds, experiences and thoughts drive creative and effective decision-making. A diverse, inclusive and accepting community is imperative to creating greater equity for all, and is critical to our collective success.
Visit our website for more about member benefits, events, business resources and programs, as well as career opportunities, and DEI services.
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