Indium CEO Ross Berntson Named Greater Utica Chamber's 2026 Businessperson of the Year
Indium is one of the region's best-known manufacturers, and the Chamber's top honor weighs community service alongside business results.
Ross Berntson, president and CEO of Indium Corporation, was honored as the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Businessperson of the Year at a ceremony at the Munson in Utica on Tuesday, Oct. 27, the Utica Phoenix reported. Staffworks presented the award.
Berntson started at Indium in 1996 as a product specialist and worked his way through technical support, market development and international operations, including a stint running the company's Asia holdings from Singapore. Indium makes materials used by electronics and semiconductor manufacturers.
The Chamber gives the award to a member, or someone who works for one, for service to the Chamber and the community, not just business success. Past winners and criteria are on the Chamber's award page.
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