Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs at the 2026 CNY Women’s Market
The CNY Women’s Market, presented by the CNY Women’s Network, is an annual celebration of women-owned businesses and artists—an event designed to be a space where women can be celebrated and supported.
This year marked the second annual market was held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown and welcomed 25+ vendors.
thank you to our vendors, sponsors, partners, and every attendee who showed up to support—this event wouldn’t be possible without you.
Meet Our 2026 Vendors:
From artisans to wellness entrepreneurs, the 2026 market featured an inspiring lineup of women-led businesses here in central new york:
Abigail Tessier Artist @abigailtessierartist
Atelier @atelier.cny
Bad Batch Bakery and Brews @badbatchbakeryandbrews
Bend Photography bendphotographystudio.com
Beth Wagner Art @BethWagnerArt
Blue Moon Apothecary & Wellness Center thebluemoonapothecary.com
Cardinal Signs @cardinalsigns_222
Dizzy Lizzie’s Farm dizzylizziesfarm.com
Earrings By Emily @_earringsbyemily_
Edgy Pages featuring Author Stephanie Kirsche @edgypages
Eleven Eleven Faire @ElevenElevenFaire
Freyja-LUXE @freyja_luxe
The Gritty Sisters Soapery @grittysisters
Golden Bee Bookshop goldenbeebookshop.com
Kamal Brands @indianimportsllc
The Lavender Bookshelf @the_lavender_bookshelf_
Love Line Jewelry & Designs @lovelinejewelrydesigns
The Mantra Box @theman.trabox
Mattison's Stitch Co. mattisonsstitchco.com
Miss Daisy's @missdaisys.syr
Norka Alma Candles @norkaalmacandles
The Paperback Bouquet @thepaperbackbouquet
Salt City Resins @salt_city_resins
Sparrow & Dove Boutique @sparrowanddoveboutique
Stay Golden Soy @staygoldensoy
Stupendous Love stupendouslove.com
Theresa E Radley @theresaeradleyauthor
Treasure Lilly Boutique treasurelilly.com
Wendellynn Jewelry @wendellynnjewelry
Our Sponsors:
The 2026 CNY Women’s Market was made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, whose commitment to uplifting women and strengthening our community brought this event to life. Learn how you can partner with the CNY Women’s Network here.
thank you, Nascentia Health
Thank you to Nascentia health, our Inspiration Sponsor at the 2026 CNY Women’s Summit and presenting sponsor of the 2026 Inspiring Woman Award.
NAscentia health served as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Inspiring Woman Award, an annual honor recognizing one Central New York woman who leads with courage and vision while creating space for other women to rise.
The 2026 recipient is Lisa Marie Newcomb—Founder and Wellness Facilitator at Thrive in Healing, Co-Founder of Syracuse Yoga Collective, as well as an author, speaker, and 300-hour Registered Yoga Teacher.
Through Thrive in Healing and the Syracuse Yoga Collective, Lisa leads experiences designed to support the whole person. Her offerings create intentional space for reflection, restoration, and connection.
in presenting the award, NAscentia health shared that it was an honor to support this recognition—one deeply aligned with its mission rooted in care, compassion, and community.
As an organization where women lead and serve in extraordinary ways, more than 75% of its executive leadership team and over 80% of its clinicians are women—individuals who inspire the work every day through their dedication to patients, families, and the communities they serve.
Now in its 135th year, Nascentia remains committed to delivering exceptional home and community-based care across the full continuum of life, meeting people where they are with dignity and compassion.
Founded in 1890, Nascentia Health has been delivering exceptional home and community based care for over 135 years.
the organization provides a broad spectrum of community-based home care services across New York State including, in-home skilled nursing and therapies, home health aides, Medicare Dual Advantage Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) and Nascentia Skilled Nursing Facility Plan, and Managed Long Term Care (MLTC) Medicaid Plan.
thank you, Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund
Thank you Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund, a Gold Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
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or over 25 years, Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund has been a critical part of Central New York’s efforts to fight cancer and blood disorders in children.
Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund is dedicated to fighting pediatric cancer by funding research, raising awareness, and supporting families affected by childhood cancer in Central New York and beyond.
thank you, the most
Thank you to The MOST, a Gold Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology (MOST) is Syracuse's destination for hands-on science education, sparking curiosity and inspiring the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and leaders.
Located in downtown Syracuse, The museum features 35,000 square feet of interactive permanent and traveling exhibits, along with the state-of-the-art National Grid ExploraDome Theatre.
Beyond its exhibits, The MOST offers a wide range of STEM education programs and community outreach events throughout the year.
thank you, nbt bank
Thank you to NBT Bank, a Silver Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Founded in 1856, NBT Bank is a full-service community bank with more than 170 locations across New York and the Northeast.
They are deeply committed to strengthening the communities they serve—helping make them better places to live and work.
NBT Bank also recognizes that local businesses are the lifeblood of those communities, which is why they partner with organizations of all sizes to develop personalized solutions that support long-term success.
thank you, full swing pr
Thank you to full swing pr, a market community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Full Spring PR is a public relations team specializing in helping service-driven businesses build visibility, credibility, and momentum through thoughtful, strategic communications.
their team supports both B2B and B2C professional services firms in reaching more potential clients at the local, regional, and national levels across industries including law, architecture, design and build, healthcare, finance, education, SaaS, and HR.
thank you, bhg financial
Thank you to BHG Financial, a Silver Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Headquartered in Syracuse and Fort Lauderdale, BHG Financial has provided innovative lending solutions to professionals and financial institutions since 2001.
BHG Financial designs innovative financial solutions for professionals, small business owners, and institutions. Our mission is to provide exceptional financing that customers need and deserve, allowing them to achieve continued success.
They are recognized as a Fortune Best Workplace and a leader in personalized financial services.
thank you, project leannation syracuse
Thank you to Project LeanNation syracuse, a Silver Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
project leannation makes healthy living simple with personalized coaching, holistic tracking, and a clear plan built around your goals. they offer healthy, ready-to-eat meals, protein shakes, snacks, and supplements to support you day to day.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to stay consistent, their team gives you the structure, guidance, and accountability to keep moving forward.
Their community-focused approach combines nutrition, wellness, and accountability.
thank you, Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Thank you to Marriott Syracuse Downtown, a Gold Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Located in the heart of downtown Syracuse, Marriott Syracuse Downtown originally opened in 1924 as the historic Hotel Syracuse and was beautifully restored and reimagined in 2016. Today, it stands as one of the city’s most iconic landmarks and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
they host memorable corporate and social events, complete with professional planning and catering services.
we were proud to host the 2026 CNY Women's Market at the marriott syracuse downtown on saturday, March 28.
thank you, cny headshots
Thank you to CNY Headshots, a Silver Community Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Founded by professional photographer Gregg Gordon, CNY Headshots is dedicated to creating authentic, confident, and professional headshots that empower individuals to show up as their best selves—online and in real life.
Specializing in professional headshots for LinkedIn, personal branding, and corporate use, Gregg creates a comfortable, guided experience that brings out your natural presence on camera.
thank you, wegmans
Thank you to Wegmans, a Community Market Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's Market.
Founded in Rochester, NY in 1916, Wegmans has been a trusted part of Central New York for generations.
They’re known for their commitment to quality, fresh food, and an exceptional customer experience—all rooted in their mission to help people live healthier, better lives through food.
Their support of the CNY Women’s Market reflects that commitment—showing up for local businesses and the people behind them.
thank you, ywca
Thank you to ywca of syracuse and onondaga county, inc, a Sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's summit.
Founded in 1885, the YWCA of Syracuse & Onondaga County has been a longstanding force for equity and opportunity in our community. Their mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Through direct services, youth development, and advocacy, they support women, children, and families—helping individuals build confidence, resilience, and pathways to self-sufficiency while working to address systemic barriers across Central New York.
thank you, sentinel security group
Thank you to sentinel security group, a gold community sponsor of the 2026 CNY Women's summit.
Sentinel Security Group is a leading security services provider that is committed to providing innovative and effective security solutions.
they offer a wide range of security services across central new york, including security guards, mobile patrols, event security, and security consulting.
thank you, sentinel security group
Thank you to Thank you to MkT Law, our Empowerment Sponsor for the 2026 CNY Women's Summit.
Founded by Megan Thomas, MkT Law is a Central New York law firm committed to helping clients reclaim their power by fighting against workplace harassment and discrimination across New York State.
Their employment law services include support with discrimination, retaliation, severance negotiation, FMLA-related issues, and more—providing clients with the support and representation they need.
Their support of the Summit reflects a deep commitment to empowering women across the region.
about the 2026 cny women’s market
Hosted by CNY Women’s Network, the 2026 CNY Women’s market was held at the marriott syracuse downtown on march 28, 2026.
This annual event celebrates and supports women-owned businesses, artists, and creators across Central New York—come shop and discover it all. it’s free to attend and open to the public.
about the 2026 cny women’s summit
Hosted by CNY Women’s Network, the 2026 CNY Women’s Summit marks five years of impact, connection, and momentum.
This year, we’re going deeper — with high-level programming led by industry experts, designed to sharpen your skills, expand your influence, and reignite your purpose.
about the cny women’s network:
THE CNY WOMEN’S NETWORK, host of the annual cny women’s summit, IS An independent for-profit media company THAT CONNECTS, SUPPORTS, AND EMPOWERS WOMEN PROFESSIONALS ACROSS upstate NEW YORK.
DISCOVER OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPAND YOUR NETWORK, PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS, AND FIND INSPIRATION here.
for access to exclusive opportunities, join our membership community, the collective by cnywn. start an individual or corporate plan here.
