
In this episode of Cultivate CNY, host Alex Canavan sits down with Mayor Ben Walsh, the 54th Mayor of Syracuse and the city’s first independent leader in over a century.
From launching the Syracuse Surge to championing affordable housing and preparing for the transformative I-81 project, Mayor Walsh has guided Syracuse through a period of growth, innovation, and renewal.
Now, as he reflects on two impactful terms, Mayor Walsh opens up about his vision for Syracuse’s future, the lessons he’s learned in leadership, and what might be next in his journey of public service.
🌆 A conversation about progress, community, and what it takes to build a city ready for what’s next.
💬 Topics we cover:
- Syracuse’s growth and innovation
- Building opportunity through housing and workforce programs
- Leading with collaboration and vision
- Mayor Walsh’s thoughts on the next chapter
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