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The Business Council of Westchester is dedicated to the success of our members, helping them create meaningful business relationships, providing current information, education and thought leadership, all leading to business growth and profitability.
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BCW Data Exchange

The Business Council of Westchester Data Exchange provides the latest demographic research to help guide smart business decisions.
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LEAP Program

A one-of-a-kind initiative, gives members direct access to lobbying efforts at the county, state and national levels on issues that directly affect their businesses.
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Build, Connect and Win with The Business Council of Westchester.

The Business Council of Westchester is the county’s largest and most prestigious business membership organization representing more than 1,000 members, including multinational corporations, hospitals, universities, biotech pioneers, not-for-profits, entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. As the most influential economic development and advocacy organization in Westchester, The Business Council of Westchester’s members enjoy unparalleled access to today’s top thought leaders, diverse business development opportunities and lawmakers at all levels of government. We are dedicated to smart growth, job development, community partnerships, and economic advocacy, creating an environment which leads to prosperity and economic opportunity for all.

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Join the county’s largest and most influential business organization today.

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The county’s largest and most influential business membership organization, The Business Council of Westchester is committed to helping businesses market, learn, advocate, and grow. Over 80 events and programs are offered every year, giving our members ample opportunity to connect and meet with businesses representatives in the Westchester community and beyond. Are you ready to grow your business, participate in advocacy efforts, and get “plugged in” to Westchester’s business community?

BCW Initiative Programs

Westchester Innovation Network (WIN)

WIN is a proven, multifaceted program from the Business Council of Westchester designed to create an environment within Westchester County, NY that pairs innovative products and services with local organizations to test and learn about emerging technologies in a variety of industries.
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Get Inspired by our Westchester Innovation Network (WIN) Initiative

The WIN initiative aligns with the BCW’s advocacy, including universal access to broadband internet, energy reliability, and the creative overhaul of obsolete land uses.

Strengthen the Innovator’s Ecosystem

The first phase of the initiative includes the pairing of Westchester based and outside innovators with local organizations to create short term innovation teams. This partnership allows the innovator to test commercially viable innovations in real-world settings and allows Westchester organizations to see first-hand the types of innovation emerging in their industries.

Practical Innovation

This phase identifies a model municipality and pairs it with a group of innovation experts to outline a 10-part practical innovation implementation plan. The goal is to help the municipality pinpoint day-to-day changes that are needed and provide an easily implemented action plan that will deliver economic activity, cost savings, and improvement to the lives of its residents.

Planning Futurist and Implementation Guide

This phase is focused on developing a plan for what is needed to attract and retain innovators over the next five, 15 and 25 years. This will include practical, hit-the-ground-running actions needed in zoning, financing, planning, and infrastructure.

Westchester Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC)

The Clean Energy Action Coalition includes representatives from clean energy providers (solar, HVAC, geothermal, battery storage, EVs, efficiency), real estate developers, land use attorneys, professional planners, engineers and landscape architects, financiers, government agencies and authorities, heating fuel providers, and nonprofits.
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Accelerate Clean Energy Adoption Across Westchester County

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Enhance Energy Affordability & Reliability

Drive the Transition to Clean Energy Solutions

Member News

BLACK TALON SECURITY PROMOTES PAUL MURPHY TO CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER

Black Talon Security, a leader in cybersecurity solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Paul Murphy to the position of Chief Growth Officer. In this role, Paul will spearhead growth strategies, strengthen client partnerships, and lead the sales team in driving measurable outcomes that benefit the dental and healthcare sectors. Since joining Black Talon […]
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Mercy Partners with Westchester County Youth Bureau and Sister to Sister International to Host MedTech & Finance Conference

The Westchester County Youth Bureau, in collaboration with Mercy University and Sister to Sister International, Inc. (STSI), welcomed over 200 students to its annual MedTech & Finance Conference on March 22. Held at Mercy University’s Westchester Campus, the full-day event introduced eighth to twelfth graders from across the county to emerging career opportunities at the […]
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Mercy University Appoints Kristin Greenwood as Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs

Mercy University announced the appointment of Kristin Curry Greenwood, PT, DPT, Ed.D., M.S., FNAP, as provost and senior vice president of academic affairs. Dr. Greenwood, who has been serving as interim provost and vice president of academic affairs at Mercy since July 22, 2024, brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to academic […]
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Mercy University Names Joseph Del Toro as New Chief Financial Officer

Mercy University announced the appointment of Joseph Del Toro as its new chief financial officer. Del Toro is an accomplished financial leader with over 25 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic planning and operational management, making him a valuable addition to the University’s leadership team. In his role as CFO, he will oversee the […]
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Municipal Credit Union Foundation Donates $100,000 to Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley

The MCU Foundation, the charitable arm of Municipal Credit Union (MCU), today announced it has donated $100,000 to the Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley. This gift will go directly to providing support for families seeking treatment at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, many of whom are residents of the New York City area. […]
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In the News

April 3, 2025

Yonkers’ Casino Bid: A Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity for Jobs, Investment, and Revenue

The BCW is one of the founding members of the “A Sure Bet for New York’s Future” coalition which consist of business, labor faith based and not for profits who have been advocating that Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts receive a full-gaming license from NYS. The following article recently appeared in the Yonkers Times: […]
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April 3, 2025

BCW Joins with Groups Statewide Urging Support of Proposal to Fund Unemployment Insurance Program

The Business Council of Westchester joined with 25 other statewide business organizations in a letter to the leadership of the State Senate and Assembly urging them to support the Assembly’s proposal to devote $7 billion to pay off the state’s outstanding federal unemployment insurance program loan and help restore the financial stability of the state’s […]
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April 3, 2025

DeCicco & Sons Celebrates Grand Opening of Highly Anticipated Sleepy Hollow Location

Congratulations to BCW Member DeCicco & Sons on the grand opening of its eagerly awaited Sleepy Hollow location on March 28th. This spectacular new store is the company’s eleventh location and the largest in Westchester. Designed to offer an elevated shopping experience, it reflects DeCicco & Sons’ commitment to quality, innovation, sustainability, and community. The […]
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March 27, 2025

2025 Clean Energy Action Conference: Powering Change Together

CLICK HERE to watch 2025 Clean Energy Action Conference: Powering Change Together.
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March 27, 2025

New Rochelle, in Partnership with Soulful Synergy, Launches Workforce Development Program

BCW Member Soulful Synergy, in partnership with the City of New Rochelle and New Rochelle Forward, launched its 2025 workforce development programming at an open house and networking event this week. The program is designed to build the capacity of individuals to effectively compete for the opportunities created by the unprecedented development boom in the […]
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