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The Villa of Hope partnered with executive search firm JK Executive Strategies, who identified and placed Dávila for the role. 

P3 Systems Inc. is growing, with plans to move into bigger space and add more employees this year as the business puts a greater emphasis on highlighting its expanding technological capabilities.

St. John Fisher University will begin offering a reimagined curriculum delivered in a hybrid format later this year for its Doctor of Education in Executive Leadership program.  

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Nazareth is the only New York state higher education institution west of Albany offering the Bonner Leader program and is one of only 75 Bonner Leader institutions nationwide, conducted in partnership with the Corella and Bertram F. Bonner Foundation. 

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Waste Harmonics has acquired New Market Waste Solutions, a management and consulting company which specializes in designing and implementing cost-effective, sustainable solutions for clients in the waste and recycling industry across North America, spanning both Canada and the U.S. 

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DKB has implemented a new leadership structure that they say better positions the organization to continue providing high quality customer service in an increasingly dynamic market.  Under the new structure, David DeJoy, the firm’s co-founder, has been named incoming chair of the firm’s newly created board of directors. Additionally, Michael Cooke is becoming managing partner - replacing DeJoy in the role - and Christian Modesti has been named president.  

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Lyons Bancorp Inc. (OTCQX: LYBC), the financial holding company for The Lyons National Bank, has been named to the 2023 OTCQX Best 50, a ranking of top performing companies traded on the OTCQX Best Market last year.   The list recognizes national and international companies of all sizes, industries and geographic regions and both large and small cap stocks.  

The Center for Employment Opportunities was recently named the 2022 Bank of America Neighborhood Champion in recognition of its work in the Rochester community to remove employment barriers and advance economic opportunity for justice-impacted Rochester residents.  As part of the Neighborhood Champions program, the local organization will receive $50,000 in flexible funding and an opportunity for engagement in virtual leadership training delivered by experts in the nonprofit sector on topics like human capital management, increasing financial sustainability and storytelling.  

One area organization is challenging the business community to be strong, fit and healthy while making a difference in the lives of local youth.

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The new office provides the bank with entrance into Onondaga County, expanding its Upstate New York footprint to 15 counties throughout Western New York, the Southern Tier and the Finger Lakes region.   Five Star Bank’s Syracuse office will be home to a three-person commercial and industrial team led by Alison K. Miller, Central New York Regional president and commercial and industrial executive. 

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"Our employees and partners worked hard to deliver the highest level of revenue since the start of the pandemic and I am proud of the focus and dedication which led to these results,” said Steve Bandrowczak, Xerox CEO, in a statement. “As macroeconomic uncertainty extends through this year, we will continue working alongside our clients to develop and deploy essential workplace solutions and services, positioning Xerox for long-term growth in profitability." 

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"As a respected technology expert, successful entrepreneur, and CEO, Theresa Payton is a rare combination of highly sought-after skills," said Martin Mucci, Paychex board chairman in a statement. "Her business acumen, intense focus on the needs of clients and her ability to provide sound governance insights on digital and security risks will make her a strong addition to our Board of Directors."

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Bowers and Company CPAs, PLLC have acquired Robinson & Gordon Certified Public Accountants, P.C. in Rochester; a move that expands the Syracuse firm’s footprint.  

Ajamu Kitwana sees a disconnect when it comes to those living in Rochester and the nearby suburbs.

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“Our Executive MBA program is recognized for offering our students a highly interactive, team-based, online executive education, with a unique curriculum focused on strategic leadership that positions them to move into C-suite roles,” said Jacqueline Mozrall, Saunders College of Business dean, in a statement.