Rochester firms lead generative AI adoption across industries
Rochester-based IT Insights, FLX AI and Cause + Effect Strategy discuss generative AI's evolving role in business workflows and productivity.
Manning & Napier CEO to retire; firm shifts to divisional leadership model
Manning & Napier CEO Marc Mayer will retire March 31 after eight years leading the Fairport-based asset management firm.
Local banks cautiously optimistic heading into 2026
Banking leaders in the Rochester region share cautious optimism for 2026, citing rate stability, growth opportunities and ongoing challenges.
ESL finalizes acquisition of Alesco Advisors
ESL Federal Credit Union has completed its acquisition of Alesco Advisors, expanding its wealth management footprint.
Lawley marks 70 years with continued expansion and growing presence in Rochester
Lawley celebrates 70 years with continued growth, new mergers and an expanded presence in Rochester.
High Probability Advisors crosses $1B mark in assets
Pittsford-based High Probability Advisors announced a milestone this week, surpassing $1 billion in assets under management.
Consolidation wave sweeps through Rochester’s wealth management sector
Rochester’s wealth management sector sees a surge in mergers and acquisitions as national firms target local advisors amid an industrywide consolidation trend.
Rochester’s Cobblestone Capital becomes CAPTRUST’s first Upstate NY office
Rochester-based Cobblestone Capital Advisors has joined CAPTRUST Financial Advisors, giving the firm its first Upstate New York location.
ESL names next president and CEO
ESL Federal Credit Union President and CEO Faheem Masood will retire April 1 after more than three decades with the organization.
Mariner to acquire Rochester’s Forté Capital
Kansas-based Mariner is acquiring Rochester wealth management firm Forté Capital LLC, expanding its New York footprint.
The One Big Beautiful Bill: What it means for you and your business
With the One Big Beautiful Bill, here's what’s changed, why it matters and how it sets the stage for the months ahead.
Taxing digital goods: trends in states and abroad
A Nixon Peabody partner discusses taxation of digital goods, Maryland’s ad tax, New York’s proposals and OECD’s push for global rules.














