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Community Bank System, Inc. Diversity Council

The Community Bank System, Inc. (CBSI) Diversity Council grew from the ground up. Once the seed was planted, one person raised a hand to foster it, and then another and another. Before long, more than 100 team members volunteered to serve as Diversity Council members. The passion to support this initiative was obvious before it even had a name.

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Now, the CBSI Diversity Council includes 23 members and 83 ambassadors, all serving as representatives of our more than 3,000 employees. They are the eyes, the ears and, more importantly, the voices of the community that is our company.

Our Mission is to put faces and names to the concepts of diversity and inclusion. We are here to make sure no one feels unheard, unseen or uninvited. Through that effort, we’ll foster a culture that doesn’t just accept diversity, but values it.

Building Community

The first step in building an inclusive community? Engaging employees to help craft the cultural journey ahead. That’s where Community Bank started in 2021, and the path that followed was nothing short of exciting. Watch as Freddie Jacobs, Jr., CPA, and Maureen Gillan-Myer discuss our growing program and the priorities it has for the future.

“There is nothing more important to me than our culture–who we are, what our values are and how we treat each other. That certainly includes a commitment by our organization that any discrimination, racism or inequality of any kind will never be acceptable or tolerated. Our culture and our values are the source of our strength, our sustainability, and our capacity to support our employees, our communities and our shareholders. Thank you.”

Mark Tryniski, CEO and President of Community Bank System, Inc. (CBSI)

Monthly Spotlight

National Military Appreciation Month is acknowledged in May as a time to honor the service of past and present members of the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, National Guard, Navy, and Space Force. Offically designated in 1999, National Military Appreciation Month is an opportunity to recognize the sacrifices military members and their families have made in the name of freedom. Community Bank is grateful to all military members and their families for the sacrifices they make every day for our country.

Celebrating Diversity Year-Round

Jewish American Heritage Month

In 2006, May was designated as Jewish American Heritage Month to appreciate Jewish American achievements and contributions to our society. Community Bank recognizes and celebrates Jewish history and the positive impact Jewish culture has on the United States. In support of Jewish American Heritage Month, Community Bank is sponsoring Chelsea Opera’s New York Premiere of the operatic production of Tom Cipullo’s “The Parting” with chamber orchestra at CNY Jazz Central.

AAPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time set aside to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture. Official recognition of AAPI heritage was signed into law in 1978 and is just as important today, especially with the recent rise in hate crimes and discrimination toward those within the AAPI community. Community Bank celebrates and recognizes AAPI traditions, cultural contributions and achievements.

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