Charles Settlement House Names Thomas Green CEO
Dr. Thomas Green succeeds Scott C. Benjamin, who is retiring after 21 years leading the Rochester-area settlement houses.
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In Rochester, business people news means executive appointments, leadership transitions and new hires. Reporting covers professional movements across the city's private and public sectors.
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November 4, 2026
Rochester Officials Earn Bills' October HonorFive Rochester-area football officials were named the Buffalo Bills' October High School Football Officiating Crew of the Month.
November 2, 2026
NexTier Names Aiello Rochester Regional PresidentMichael Aiello will lead NexTier Bank's commercial and consumer banking initiatives across the Rochester and Williamsville markets.
October 30, 2026
Cameron Community Ministries Names Darius Johnson Executive DirectorThe nonprofit organization selects a new leader to guide its outreach and community development services in Rochester.
October 26, 2026
Natasha Jackson to Become Jordan Health CEOThe veteran nurse will lead the Rochester health organization starting on November 2, 2026.
October 21, 2026
University of Rochester Launches New Dental SchoolThe institution aims to address national dentist shortages and integrate oral and physical health training.
October 16, 2026
Mandy Teeter Named Permanent President of Unity HospitalThe Rochester Regional Health veteran steps into the role after serving as interim president since September.
October 12, 2026
Dr. Nicholas J. Willis Began Roberts Wesleyan PresidencyThe institution appointed its 14th president on July 1 to guide a new growth strategy for the campus.
October 10, 2026
SWBR Promoted Josh Greenaker to Technology DirectorThe architecture firm appointed Josh Greenaker to lead digital strategy and technology initiatives.
October 9, 2026
Natasha Jackson Will Lead Jordan Health in RochesterThe Rochester native and registered nurse will begin her new role as president and CEO on November 2, 2026.
October 7, 2026
Allyson Cottier Joined SWBR as Structural DesignerThe Rochester-based firm appointed an engineering graduate to its structural design department.
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Day to day, that means promotions, official appointments, board elections and executive hiring. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it. Leadership changes often follow shifting strategies or transitions within established commercial and government entities. Economic cycles and expansion plans remain the most common drivers for changes in executive personnel.