Newsmakers: Davis-Standard Appoints President for DS Global Services

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…)

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Newsmakers: Kathryn Pagliaroli Named Oswego Health’s COO

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…)

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How I Got Started: Graham Barney

Owner of Snax Enterprises in downtown Oswego offers snacks from all over the world. Started his business at age 26 in part funded by stimulus checks he saved during COVID-19By Stefan YablonskiIf calamari squid flavored potato chips from China aren’t for you, perhaps the Lay’s potato chips that taste like Kobe beef are more your style. Graham Barney started Snax Enterprises last spring. The store at 167 W. First St. in Oswego offers unique snacks, candies and beverages from every corner of the world.Q: When did you start?A: I started in 2023. Snax Enterprises opened April 7 — I basically sold out in the first two days. I honestly didn’t expect that kind of turnout. I’d be happy with like 30 customers, but it was like 300 … a line out the door the first day. I don’t know if I’ll ever have as good a day as that. It was outstanding.Q: And now?A: Typical day now, I’d say about two dozen people on an average week day. Sometimes a little busier on the weekends. It slows some times during the day, it comes in waves.Q: Why this type of business?A: I went to one of these stores a few (more…)

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Guest Columnist: 5forCNY and the Power of Endowment: Investing in Good. For Good

By Jan LaneMost of us want to build generational wealth for our loved ones. This might include naming them in a will or setting up a trust that will create lifetime support.What if I told you we also have an opportunity to build generational wealth for our community and the causes we care about?The Community Foundation’s 5forCNY campaign is all about encouraging every Central New Yorker to invest in the future of the community by providing lasting support for local nonprofits.What does that look like? Endowment.Charities rely on gifts from donors to operate, and those donations can fluctuate over time. Endowments are like a financial safety net for universities, hospitals and nonprofits. Think of an endowment as a giant savings account filled with donations, which gets invested to grow over time. The money earned from these investments helps sustainably fund scholarships, cutting-edge research and crucial community programs.Following are some frequently asked questions about endowments:Q.: Who can establish an endowment fund?Many charities establish endowments to help ensure that their missions stay strong during economic downturns and periods of increased community need. Many individuals, families and corporations also create endowments to provide a sustainable stream of funding for their communities and favorite (more…)

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A team from New York attending the SEMICON West in San Francisco in July, including officials from Oswego County and Central New York.

Economic Trends: Oswego County Attends SEMICON West

Event in San Francisco is the largest semiconductor and micro-electronics trade show and exhibition in the countryby Austin Wheelock  |  ooc@oswegocounty.org As part of Oswego County’s investigation into the investments needed to attract businesses in the semiconductor supply chain industry, a team consisting of the chairman of the Oswego County Legislature, James Weatherup, and the executive director of Operation Oswego County and CEO of the Oswego County Industrial Development Agency, Austin Wheelock, traveled to San Francisco July 9 – 11 to participate in SEMICON West. This was Oswego County’s first time attending this event and allowed key county government and economic development representatives to get first-hand knowledge of the size and magnitude of the semiconductor supply chain as well as understand what those businesses are looking for when making a decision to expand or relocate.Here are our observations: What is SEMICON West?SEMICON West is the world’s largest and longest running semiconductor and microelectronics trade show and exhibition event. Started in 1971 and held annually in San Francisco, it attracts more than 22,000 visitors from all over the globe, including the 3,000 SEMICON member organizations and more than 500 semiconductor supply chain business exhibitors. The three-day event is a who’s who of leaders (more…)

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The First Quarter

The 2025 Business Guide we’re working on is a significant one — it marks the end of the very first quarter of the 21st. century (or the beginning of the second quarter).It was not too long ago — actually it was about 25 years ago — that we were all concerned with the Y2K crisis, that the Euro was introduced as the common currency to the many European countries and that the impeachment trial of President Bill Clinton was coming to a conclusion — not to mention the fever of the dotcom bubble, which dominated the news for several years until it “burst” in 2001-2002.At the time, some of the largest employers in Oswego County were Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. (listed in the 2000 Business Guide as having 1,300 full time employees, the county’s largest private employer), Alcan Aluminum Corp. (with 750 employees), Sealright (650), Nestle Chocolate Confections (600) and Metal Transportation Systems (423).Also on the list were A. L. Lee Memorial Hospital (with 383 employees), Oswego Wire (378), Owens Brockway (275), and Agrilink (formerly known as Birds Eye), which had 240 employees at the time.A few other companies listed in the 2000 Business Guide included:• Crysteel Manufacturing (80 employees)• (more…)

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ON THE JOB: ‘What do you feel most proud about your organization?’

Interviews by Deborah Jeanne Sergeant“I’m always satisfied when my business can provide a nice, clean, quiet and affordable room to our customers. Seeing a happy customer, who finds value in their stay, makes the effort worthwhile.”  — Robert M. Taylor, Owner, All Seasons Inn, Scriba/Oswego“I am most proud of my organization for the involvement in our local communities. From Oswego to Pulaski to Watertown and beyond, we have agents and staff who are dedicated to making their communities a brighter place. Beyond our community outreach efforts, we love that we get to serve our communities by bringing a relational approach rather than a transactional approach to real estate sales. When working with our team, we love that our clients consider us their forever agency. Our relationships go far beyond the typical lifecycle of a real estate transaction.”  — Dana Decker, Broker and owner of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices CNY Realty, Oswego“Without a doubt, the people at Bonadio are what I’m most proud of. The growth and success of our firm over the past 45 years is a testament to the hard work and commitment of every single employee. And despite the tremendous growth we’ve seen, we’ve remained true to our values and enhanced (more…)

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Newsmakers: Will Barclay Named Pathfinder Bank’s Chairman of the Board

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…)

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Newsmakers: Katie Toomey to Chair Oswego Health Foundation

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…)

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Alumna Appointed to SUNY Oswego College Council

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…)

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