Edition 019

The JK Journal

July 2026

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits provides comprehensive data collected as part of the National Compensation Survey. Data include estimates on the percentage of workers with access to and participating in employer provided benefit plans, as well as details of what those plans provide.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, EBS.

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits provides comprehensive data collected as part of the National Compensation Survey. Data include estimates on the percentage of workers with access to and participating in employer provided benefit plans, as well as details of what those plans provide.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, EBS.

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Building Relationships Before You Need Them: The Power of Strategic Networking

Most executives in Rochester and Buffalo already know networking matters. What they often don’t know is why the networking they’ve been doing isn’t producing results. If your calendar is full of chamber breakfasts and LinkedIn connections but your pipeline hasn’t grown, the problem probably isn’t your effort. It’s your approach.

Executive networking in Rochester, NY still produces more meaningful business relationships, referrals, and career opportunities than any other channel available. But the version that works looks nothing like the awkward badge-and-handshake ritual most people default to. It’s slower, quieter, more intentional, and it compounds for decades.

This guide breaks down what actually builds a durable executive network in Rochester and Buffalo: how to shift from transactional to relational, how to earn credibility before you ever need business, the four mistakes that quietly kill deals, and how to turn your employees into ambassadors who extend your reach across the region.

Brian DiVirgilio
Business Development Manager
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Simply JK Blog

Building Relationships Before You Need Them: The Power of Strategic Networking

Most executives in Rochester and Buffalo already know networking matters. What they often don’t know is why the networking they’ve been doing isn’t producing results. If your calendar is full of chamber breakfasts and LinkedIn connections but your pipeline hasn’t grown, the problem probably isn’t your effort. It’s your approach.

Executive networking in Rochester, NY still produces more meaningful business relationships, referrals, and career opportunities than any other channel available. But the version that works looks nothing like the awkward badge-and-handshake ritual most people default to. It’s slower, quieter, more intentional, and it compounds for decades.

This guide breaks down what actually builds a durable executive network in Rochester and Buffalo: how to shift from transactional to relational, how to earn credibility before you ever need business, the four mistakes that quietly kill deals, and how to turn your employees into ambassadors who extend your reach across the region.

Brian DiVirgilio
Business Development Manager
Connect with Brian

Simply JK Blog

Building Relationships Before You Need Them: The Power of Strategic Networking

Most executives in Rochester and Buffalo already know networking matters. What they often don’t know is why the networking they’ve been doing isn’t producing results. If your calendar is full of chamber breakfasts and LinkedIn connections but your pipeline hasn’t grown, the problem probably isn’t your effort. It’s your approach.

Executive networking in Rochester, NY still produces more meaningful business relationships, referrals, and career opportunities than any other channel available. But the version that works looks nothing like the awkward badge-and-handshake ritual most people default to. It’s slower, quieter, more intentional, and it compounds for decades.

This guide breaks down what actually builds a durable executive network in Rochester and Buffalo: how to shift from transactional to relational, how to earn credibility before you ever need business, the four mistakes that quietly kill deals, and how to turn your employees into ambassadors who extend your reach across the region.

Brian DiVirgilio
Business Development Manager
Connect with Brian

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Career Corner

This month’s featured jobs!

CEO – Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with the Board of Directors of Jordan Health in search of its next President & CEO. Founded in 1904, Jordan Health is one of the nation’s oldest Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and a recognized leader in providing comprehensive, community-based healthcare services throughout the Greater Rochester region. The organization delivers primary care, dental, behavioral health, women’s health, pediatrics, pharmacy, urgent care, and specialty services to nearly 30,000 patients annually.

The President & CEO serves as the strategic and operational leader of Jordan Health, responsible for advancing the organization’s mission while ensuring clinical excellence, financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, workforce engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO provides vision, leadership, and accountability for all aspects of organizational performance.

Jordan Health seeks a transformational executive to lead the organization through a critical period of financial stabilization, operational improvement, and strategic growth. The successful candidate will bring executive leadership experience within an FQHC, community health center, safety-net healthcare organization, or similarly complex healthcare environment. This leader will possess expertise in healthcare reimbursement, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, workforce development, and community-centered care.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Sidney Tomasso.

CFO – Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with Jordan Health in search of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its team! The CFO serves as a key member of Jordan Health’s executive leadership team and is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, operational oversight, and fiscal stewardship in support of the organization’s mission, vision, and long-term sustainability. Reporting directly to the President & Chief Executive Officer, the CFO serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, Finance Committee, and executive leadership team on all matters related to financial strategy, organizational performance, reimbursement, risk management, and business operations.

The CFO will lead the development and execution of financial strategies that support Jordan Health’s continued growth, operational excellence, and commitment to delivering high-quality, community-centered healthcare services. This executive will oversee all aspects of finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, revenue cycle, financial reporting, compliance, audit activities, and financial planning while ensuring the organization maintains strong fiscal health and regulatory compliance. Jordan Health seeks a forward-thinking, collaborative, and data-driven financial leader who possesses a deep understanding of healthcare finance, reimbursement methodologies, Medicaid and Medicare funding, revenue cycle operations, grants management, and complex regulatory environments.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Sidney Tomasso.

CMO – Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with Jordan Health in search of a Chief Medical Officer to join its executive leadership team. The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) provides strategic clinical leadership, medical oversight, and operational direction to advance Jordan Health’s mission and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the President & CEO, the CMO leads the organization’s clinical strategy, driving quality, population health, integrated care, provider engagement, regulatory compliance, and improved patient outcomes.

Working closely with executive leadership, the CMO strengthens care delivery, expands clinical capacity, supports provider development, and ensures high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care. This leader partners across clinical, operational, financial, and community teams to improve access, optimize resources, and advance organizational goals. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, mission-driven physician executive who models integrity, accountability, and clinical excellence while fostering a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and exceptional patient care.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Sidney Tomasso.

VP of Human Resources – Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with an organization in search of a Vice President of Human Resources to join its Executive Leadership Team. This organization is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and visionary Vice President of Human Resources to lead its people strategy and oversee all aspects of Human Resources across a complex, mission-driven organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive leader will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, ensuring the organization’s workforce, culture, and talent strategies support long-term organizational success.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Sidney Tomasso.

Managing Director – Mount Kisco, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with a respected financial services organization in search of a Managing Director to join its leadership team! Our client is seeking an experienced and relationship-driven Managing Director to lead wealth management operations within an assigned market. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving business growth, managing a high-performing team, delivering exceptional client service, and contributing to the strategic direction of the organization.

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with extensive wealth management experience, a strong business development background, and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients, Centers of Influence (COIs), and internal partners. This individual will oversee market performance while ensuring clients receive comprehensive wealth management solutions, including investment management, trust and estate services, and financial planning.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Sidney Tomasso.

Tax Principal – Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies has partnered with a highly respected, growth-oriented CPA firm in its search for a Tax Principal. Our client partners closely with organizations to support, strengthen, and elevate their financial success. Known for delivering deep technical expertise and sophisticated capabilities, our client sets themselves apart through exceptional personal service, strong relationships, and a commitment to value.

The firm’s leadership team brings significant experience from Big 4 and other large regional firms, blending world-class knowledge with a collaborative, people-first approach. Consistently recognized as one of the region’s leading mid-size accounting firms, our client takes pride in its reputation for excellence, integrity, and dedication to the community it serves. If you are a strategic thinker, a mentor to others, and someone energized by a collaborative and high-performing team, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with a firm that truly values the greatest resource – its people.

Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to Amelia Frederick.

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Industries We Serve

Healthcare

Higher Education

Investment & Banking

Manufacturing & Distribution

Nonprofit

Private Equity
& Venture
Capital

Professional Services

Real Estate & Construction

Don’t see your industry?

Contact us to learn how our proven hiring process can be tailored to meet the needs of your industry.

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