Pinnacle Family of Companies

09/01/2026

Join Scott Ellman at the INSPYRE Innovation Hub by CenterState on September 15th for a go-to-market sales workshop!

Register online: https://centerstateceo.com/events/9/2026/go-market-strategy-workshop

Ready to take your business to market, but not sure where to focus?

Join us at INSPYRE on Sept. 15 for a Go-To-Market Strategy Workshop with Scott Ellman of Pinnacle Family of Companies. Learn how to choose the right sales approach, prioritize channels and focus on the metrics that actually drive revenue.

📅 Sept. 15 | 10:30 a.m.-noon
📍 INSPYRE Innovation Hub

Register: https://hubs.la/Q04w69450

08/27/2026

A great night at the ballpark with an even better crew! ⚾

Members of our Pinnacle Insurance Associates team joined colleagues from across the Pinnacle Family of Companies for a night out at the Syracuse Mets Baseball Club game last week.

We’re always glad for the chance to step away from the office, spend time together, and enjoy a summer night in Syracuse. Thanks to everyone who came out! 💙

08/26/2026

You can have a great individual performance and still lose the game.

Jim Boeheim and Nate DeSimone discuss why the best teams—on the court or in business—put collaboration and accountability ahead of individual success.

Watch the full conversation on Playing to Win on YouTube.

08/20/2026

Good recruiting isn’t about filling a position as quickly as possible. It’s about finding the right person.

Nate DeSimone shares why taking the time to understand the candidate, the company and the culture matters.

Hear more on the full episode of Playing to Win on YouTube.

08/17/2026

For Beth Eckert, CEO of Pinnacle Employee Services - PES, Pinnacle’s impact comes down to one thing: people.

As we celebrate 30 years, Beth reflects on the relationships, teamwork and commitment that have helped shape Pinnacle into what it is today.

08/13/2026

Proud to tee it up in support of kids across Central New York! ⛳

Team Pinnacle was proud to participate in the YMCA of Central New York’s Send a Kid to Camp Golf Tournament, helping support opportunities for local kids to experience all that summer camp has to offer.

Thank you to the YMCA of Central New York for hosting and for the work you do for families throughout our community!

Pinnacle Employee Services - PES, Pinnacle Investments, LLC, Bent Ear Technology Partners

08/11/2026

We’re excited to announce that Pinnacle Holding Co. made the 2026 list at #3786!

See the full list here: inc.com/inc5000

08/10/2026

The most talented candidate isn’t always the best fit.

Jim Boeheim and Nate Desimone, CPC, compare recruiting athletes to recruiting employees and explain why character and culture can matter just as much as skill.

Watch the full Playing to Win episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bx55GdKUYbk?si=SZM_j_jGd_z5ea_f

08/06/2026

The greatest impact often comes from taking the time to listen.

For Carr, helping clients isn't about quick answers; it's about understanding their goals, building lasting relationships, and providing guidance through every stage of life.

Hear what drives Tim and why helping people plan for their future is more than a career; it's a commitment.

08/04/2026

Even Michael Jordan had to prove himself.

On the newest episode of Playing to Win, former Syracuse Basketball Coach Jim Boeheim sits down with Nate Desimone, CEO of EverPeak Recruitment and GuidePost Staffing, to talk recruiting, company culture, and what it takes to build a winning team.

Along the way, Nate shares a memorable story about Michael Jordan and a lesson that goes far beyond basketball about confidence, competition, and earning your opportunity.

Hear the full conversation with Nate and Jim on the newest episode of Playing to Win: https://youtu.be/bx55GdKUYbk?si=Tc91GrrAhMRP_-Fl