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Member News ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 9, 2026 – ESL Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that for the ninth time, Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine named the locally-owned financial institution one of 2026’s Best Workplaces in New York State. ESL ranked 8 on the list of 60 small and medium-sized companies, along with 40 large companies.…
Member News Rochester, N.Y. June 2, 2026 – Prentice Wealth Management (PWM) is honored to be recognized among the nation’s leading firms in a ranking that evaluates both reputation and business momentum. The USA TODAY list provides a transparent and credible benchmark of the most trusted and high-performing financial advisors in the United States. In…
Member News Two-day national gathering will focus on inclusive development, workforce innovation and community revitalization Rochester, N.Y., June 8, 2026-As cities across the country grapple with housing pressures, workforce shortages, economic inequality and the long-term impacts of disinvestment, leaders from government, development, construction, workforce and community sectors will gather in Rochester June 24-25 for the…
Member News The new directors have deep roots in Buffalo and Rochester and bring significant expertise across investment management, technology, operations and manufacturing WARSAW, N.Y., June 4, 2026 – Financial Institutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: FISI) (the “Company”), parent company of Five Star Bank (the “Bank”) and Courier Capital announced the election of David P. Bovenzi and…
Member News ITHACA, NY Tompkins Financial Corporation announced today that it has requested regulatory approval to rebrand Tompkins Community Bank as Tompkins Bank & Trust, a name that reflects the organization’s longstanding reputation as a trusted financial partner, its capabilities, and its continued commitment to relationship-based banking and personalized service. With more than 50 banking…
Member News ROCHESTER, NY – The Grove is excited to welcome back The Lucky Flea Market for its third outdoor season at The Grove beginning Sunday, June 7. The popular weekly market will return every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October 25, bringing local vendors, food trucks, and shoppers together in the…
Member News Rochester, New York, June 5, 2026 – Underberg & Kessler LLP is pleased to announce that Ericka B. Elliott, Partner in the Creditors’ Rights, Health Care, Litigation, and Municipal practice groups, has been selected to serve as Secretary on the 2026-2027 Board of Directors of the Greater Rochester Association for Women Attorneys (GRAWA).…