cultivate cny

the show where trailblazers join Alex Canavan to share what it’s like to dream, lead, and build in Upstate New York.


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sponsorship opportunity: CULTIVATE CNY X TIM’S PUMPKIN PATCH

*SEPT. 29

On September 29, we’re celebrating a major milestone: the 100th episode of the Cultivate CNY Podcast!

We’re marking the occasion with a special on-location feature at Tim’s Pumpkin Patch — blending conversations about leadership, legacy, and family values with the charm of one of Central New York’s most iconic fall destinations.

We’re opening limited sponsorship opportunities for this milestone episode.
✨ Multi-channel visibility (podcast, YouTube, social, newsletter)
✨ High-engagement storytelling tied to a beloved local brand
✨ Connection with an audience of women leaders, business owners & professionals across CNY

If your company is looking to align with authentic storytelling and community impact, this is the moment!

📩 Interested? Reach out at media@cnywomensnetwork.com

cultivate cny is the podcast Where trailblazers share what it’s like to dream, lead, and build in Upstate New York.

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Jan Lane, a Senior Philanthropic Advisor at the Central New York Community Foundation (CNYCF), joins the Cultivate CNY Podcast by the CNY Women's Network.

The Central New York Community Foundation is a public charity that turns community dollars into community change. Established in 1927, it receives contributions from donors, manages them to grow over time and then distributes funding to address the region’s greatest needs.

In this episode, we explore Jan’s path from the arts to philanthropy, her philosophy on values-driven giving, and how the Community Foundation is preparing to spark even greater impact in the years ahead.

97: Community, Impact, and Legacy ft. Jan Lane

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Cultivate CNY features in-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and changemakers who are shaping the future of Central New York. Our audience is made up of driven professionals — women leaders, local business owners, and rising executives — who turn to the show for inspiration, actionable insights, and a strong sense of connection.

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