#024: Robert Simpson on Revitalizing Central New York

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Today, I have on Robert Simpson, the president of CenterState Corporation for Economic Opportunity. CenterState CEO is an independent and forward-thinking economic development strategist, business leadership organization and chamber of commerce; focused on creating a region where business thrives and all people prosper. Through his work, Robert is focused on improving the capacity of organizations and individuals to identify and meet their strategic objectives. He is also involved in a number of initiatives to build vibrant and sustainable communities. During our conversation, Robert shares his unexpected journey into economic development and his passion for revitalizing the Central New York community, as well as what he believes are the characteristics of a successful entrepreneur. To connect with Robert Simpson, click here. To check out CenterState CEO’s website, click here. To connect with CenterState CEO on Facebook, click here. To connect with CenterState CEO on Instagram, click here. To connect with CenterState CEO on LinkedIn, click here. To connect with CenterState CEO on Twitter, click here. To connect with Alex Canavan, click⁠ here⁠. To connect with the Cultivate Podcast, click⁠ here⁠. To connect with the CNY Women's Network on TikTok, click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. To connect with the CNY Women’s Network click⁠ here⁠. 2024 CNY WOMEN’S SUMMIT For 20% off of your 2024 CNY Women’s Summit GA ticket, use promo code CULTIVATE20 at checkout. 2024 CNY Women’s Summit sponsored by CNY Magazine: 3/8/24 at The Oncenter (Syracuse, NY) - Learn more ⁠here.⁠ This episode is brought to you by the ⁠CNY Women’s Network.⁠ AT CNY WOMEN'S NETWORK, WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF WOMEN COMING TOGETHER TO CONNECT, GROW, AND ELEVATE THEIR LIVES. BY CURATING DYNAMIC AND WELCOMING SPACES FOR PEOPLE TO DEVELOP PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY, WE ARE ABLE TO ENHANCE CENTRAL NEW YORK’S SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMY; EVERYBODY WINS. This episode is brought to you by⁠ Kithe Studio⁠. A 1,300 Square-ft creative studio in downtown Syracuse, New York.

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