SUNY Oswego’s Office of Workforce Innovation and External Relations (OWIER), launched by SUNY Oswego President Peter O. Nwosu in fall 2023, has named Kathryn Watson as its inaugural director of workforce innovation and community impact.The OWIER provides a designated point of entry into SUNY Oswego for industry, nonprofit, public, private and community partners to connect with institutional assets.OWIER staff members identify and form mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater Central New York community to generate economic and social benefits for the region that align with the priorities and vision of SUNY Oswego and with the mission to contribute to the common good while advancing SUNY Oswego’s institutional-wide priorities and goals.Watson will report directly to president’s cabinet member and Assistant Vice President for Workforce Innovation and External Relations Kristi Eck to help advance grant applications that align with immediate institutional and workforce innovation priorities while providing timely and necessary programming to support workforce innovation and upskilling demands and connecting the greater community with SUNY Oswego employees and students as related to these areas of focus. (more…) (more…)

Davis-Standard, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of extrusion and converting technology, is announced the appointment of Ching Gettman as president of the Davis-Standard Global Services (DS Global Services) team.With a proven track record of leadership and innovation, Ching is set to drive the growth and excellence of DS Global Services, bringing increased value to its customer base through focused service and support strategy execution.With over 20 years of industry experience, Gettman  joins Davis-Standard from Caterpillar, where she served as vice president of product development, aftermarket and strategy. There, she led significant advancements in product development and aftermarket services, reinforcing Caterpillar’s position as an industry leader. Prior to that, she spent 12 years at John Deere, holding various key roles across multiple locations, which provided her with extensive experience and a deep understanding of the aftermarket industry. She also worked as a distributor executive at Cummins Western Canada, where she was responsible for sales, service, rebuild and parts. (more…) (more…)

Kathryn “Katie” Pagliaroli has been promoted to chief operating officer at Oswego Health. She currently serves as senior vice president and chief nursing officer. She will retain those titles in her new role.Pagliaroli has been part of the Oswego Health team since 2001, starting as a registered nurse in the intensive care unit and advancing through various leadership positions.Pagliaroli will now oversee the integration of clinical and operational strategies to elevate patient care and ensure alignment with Oswego Health’s mission. Her role will involve driving strategic initiatives to improve healthcare delivery and strengthen the organization’s role as a leading regional provider.“Katie Pagliaroli’s dedication to Oswego Health needs to be recognized and this promotion demonstrates her tremendous professional growth,” said Michael C. Backus, president and CEO of Oswego Health. “As chief operating officer, as well as senior vice president and chief nursing officer, Katie will build off her deep expertise and unwavering commitment to local healthcare transformation. Through her leadership, Katie will undoubtedly enhance the quality of care we provide and expand our impact in the community.” (more…) (more…)

Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc., the bank holding company of Pathfinder Bank recently announced that William Barclay has been named chairman of the board of directors. Barclay succeeds Chris Burritt, who retired in accordance with the company’s by-laws. Burritt joined the Board of Directors in 1986 and has served as chairman for 10 years, marking 38 years of dedicated service.    “It has been an honor and privilege to be part of this great organization for 38 years since joining what was then Oswego City Savings Bank. Since then, our bank has grown from $88 million to $1.4 billion in assets, now owned by our shareholders,” said Burritt. “I confidently pass the baton to Will Barclay, whose wealth of experience and wisdom will undoubtedly enrich this role. We trust in his leadership to guide us forward with integrity and vision,” he added. (more…) (more…)

The Oswego Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the nonprofit healthcare system, has announced changes to leadership within its board of directors. Katie Toomey• Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC Chief Marketing Officer Katie Toomey has been appointed as board chairwoman. An Oswego resident, Toomey oversees Bond’s marketing team. She works with the firm’s management on strategic initiatives, including business development, marketing strategy, and implementation of marketing initiatives. Before joining Bond, Toomey was vice president of member engagement with CenterState CEO. She also served as executive director for the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce, which became a fully integrated affiliate of CenterState CEO in 2017. Toomey has 20 years of marketing communications and business development experience in a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer goods. In addition to serving in this new leadership role within the Oswego Health Foundation, Toomey is an active member of the Oswego Health system board of directors. Mary Ann Drumm• CRA Medical Imaging CEO Mary Ann Drumm will serve as vice chairwoman. Since 2002, Drumm has been responsible for overseeing the radiology services at the hospitals they service — including Oswego Hospital, Crouse Hospital — and radiology for several subspeciality practices in the surrounding area. The (more…)

Carol Bradlinski-Watros has been appointed to SUNY Oswego’s College Council by New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul for a seven-year term. The College Council is mandated by New York State Education Law, which provides for the establishment of a local council to supervise the operations and affairs of each state-operated institution of the State University.   Bradlinski-Watros of Mexico received her master’s in counseling services from SUNY Oswego in 1988.Her career was spent in Oswego County schools: at CITI as well as in the Hannibal and Central Square districts. She also spent several years in roles at Madison-Oneida BOCES, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES and Syracuse University.Now in her retirement, Bradlinski-Watros has committed her time to serving the Mexico community, where she moved 30 years ago. She serves on the board of directors for the Mexico Public Library, coordinates the outreach committee for her church and volunteers at a local thrift shop which supports the community’s food pantry. She is also the office manager for Mexico’s Kellogg Memorials. (more…) (more…)