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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

Orange Bank & Trust Company Promotes David Dineen to Executive Vice President, Managing Director of Wealth Management

Orange Bank & Trust Company, an economic engine of New York’s business community for more than 132 years, announced that David Dineen has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Senior Managing Director of Wealth Management. Dineen joined Orange Bank & Trust in 2022 as Senior Vice President and Director of Wealth Services, successfully overseeing the […]
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The Cost of Alzheimer’s: Impact on Workforce & Community

Join us on May 8th for the 4th Annual Westchester Corporate Breakfast with the Alzheimer’s Association. Hear from a dynamic panel of leaders in research, caregiving, corporate, and nonprofit sectors as they discuss the impact of Alzheimer’s on the workforce and community. Don’t miss this free event to gain insights and connect with peers and […]
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Yankwitt LLP Named a Best Small Company to Work for in New York

White Plains, NY (April 13, 2025) Yankwitt LLP, Westchester County’s go-to law firm for high-stakes, bet-the-company litigation, has been ranked the seventh Best Small Company to Work for in New York by The Best Companies Group. This is the fifth consecutive year the firm has ranked in the top 10. The firm has also been […]
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Burke Rehabilitation® Opens New Outpatient Therapy Site in Scarsdale

Burke Rehabilitation® Opens New Outpatient Therapy Site in Scarsdale Leading rehabilitation provider opens state-of-the-art facility to serve more tri-state area patients Scarsdale, NY (April 14, 2025): Burke Rehabilitation® announced today the opening of its newest outpatient facility, located in Scarsdale, New York. The state-of-the-art facility is a key initiative of the organization’s multi-year plan to […]
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Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle Hits Milestone, Surpassing 10,000 Youths Served; Growth Reflects Vital Services of Westchester County’s Largest Youth Organization

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., April 15, 2025 – Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle surpassed a major milestone in 2024. Its comprehensive services and programs benefited 10,205 youths, setting a record that reflects the Club’s role as the largest youth development organization in Westchester County. The total represents an increase of more than 7,300, or […]
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In the News

April 24, 2025

New York Blood Center Celebrates 60th Anniversary at New Facility in Rye 

On Tuesday, the New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe) celebrated its 60th anniversary by welcoming more than 130 strategic partners, elected officials, and community leaders to its new campus in Rye. Among those attending the special event was BCW President & CEO Marsha Gordon. This 187,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility brings together NYBCe’s tri-state operations on a […]
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April 24, 2025

Jenkins Outlines Vision for Westchester in First State of the County Address

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins delivered his inaugural State of the County address, emphasizing a strong fiscal foundation and outlining key initiatives for economic growth and community development. The address, attended by BCW President and CEO Marsha Gordon and Executive Vice-President and COO John Ravitz, underscored the pro-economic development working partnership between the business community […]
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April 24, 2025

The Taco Project Expands to Downtown New Rochelle

BCW Member The Taco Project is expanding its network of restaurants known for delicious Mexican-inspired dishes with the recent opening of its newest location at 596 North Avenue in New Rochelle. The first 50 people who showed up on April 15th for the grand opening of the New Rochelle restaurant were treated to free tacos, […]
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April 10, 2025

ArtsWestchester Salutes Local Arts Heroes

BCW-member ArtsWestchester’s Annual Arts Awards on Wednesday celebrated local organizations, artists and art patrons who power the county’s vibrant cultural scene. The Sonesta White Plains buzzed with energy as over 300 attendees gathered for the event that celebrated ArtsWestchester’s 60th anniversary and artists who champion inclusivity and artistic excellence. “I don’t need to tell you […]
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April 10, 2025

BCW Joins with Business Groups to Support Waste Reduction Legislation

The Business Council of Westchester is among nearly 40 other businesses and business associations across the state. as well as various national groups that have joined with the Business Council of New York State, Inc. in delivering a legislative memo in support of the “Affordable Waste Reduction Act” (S.5062 (Martinez)/A.6191 (Jackson)). The supporting groups have […]
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