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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.

Representing more than 1,100 members–from multi-national corporations to solopreneurs–The Business Council of Westchester is the largest and most influential business advocate in America’s most iconic suburb. Our partners span every sector of Westchester’s dynamic economy: colleges and universities, hospitals and medical centers, biotech and computing pioneers, entertainment and dining venues, not-for-profits, real estate developers, construction firms, professional and financial service-providers, tradespeople and manufacturers, energy producers, artists and content creators, and government at every level. Through member services, thought leadership, and relationship-building, we enable Westchester’s business community to connect, learn, collaborate and thrive. And by mobilizing the business sector to speak with a powerful shared voice, we promote economic growth and opportunity, while shaping public policy from Washington to Albany, from the County to city and village halls. Build, Connect, and Win with The Business Council of Westchester.

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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

Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle Tackles Food Insecurity Through Community Partnerships, Meals Programs and Nutrition Education

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Nov. 5, 2026 – From providing hundreds of free meals and groceries to families in need to teaching children how to grow and prepare nutritious food, the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle is expanding its efforts to fight food insecurity through a growing network of community partnerships and innovative programs. […]
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Harris Beach Murtha Recognized in 2027 Edition of Best Law Firms

Best Lawyers® has released the 2027 Best Law Firms rankings in which Harris Beach Murtha was recognized nationally in seven practice areas and regionally with 108 rankings within 12 metropolitan locations. Harris Beach Murtha was honored for its professional excellence and the breadth of legal experience in the recognized practice areas. To read the full […]
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OPTERRA Energy Services acquisition of Noresco

NAESCO – National Association of Energy Service Companies 📌 Member News: OPTERRA Energy Services, an LS Power company and energy services company (ESCO), announced the acquisition of NORESCO, a leading ESCO based in Westborough, Mass., substantially increasing OPTERRA’s footprint and capabilities across North America. This transaction brings together two highly respected organizations with a combined […]
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Restaurant, Office and Property Managers can Claim $1,260 in Water Conservation Rebates!

At Veolia, the environment is at the heart of our business, and we are committed to helping customers save water, our most precious natural resource. As part of this effort, Veolia is offering free on-site water audits to commercial customers such as schools, municipal buildings, offices, hotels, apartment complexes and more in Westchester. We’ve completed […]
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Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter of 2026

Tompkins Financial Corporation (“Tompkins” or the “Company”) reported diluted earnings per share of $2.00 for the third quarter of 2026, up $0.35 or 21.2%, from the third quarter of 2025 and down $0.04 per share or 2.0%, from the second quarter of 2026. Net income for the third quarter of 2026 was $28.7 million, an […]
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BCW News

November 5, 2026

2026 Midterm Election Update from The BCW

This Tuesday’s election results were a clear national political realignment, as the Democratic Party captured the majorities in both the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate. We wanted to share with you the most updated results from this week’s Midterm Elections. It is important to note that due to the serious […]
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November 5, 2026

BCW’s Circles of Influence Brings Together 200+ Business Leaders and Welcomes 25 New Members

The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) brought together more than 200 business professionals for an evening of networking, collaboration and meaningful connections at its Circles of Influence event on Monday, November 2, at the Sonesta White Plains. With an electric energy filling the room, the event celebrated the strength and diversity of Westchester’s business community […]
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November 5, 2026

Governor Hochul Announces $13.4 Million To Support Three Projects In Westchester County, Including 3 Million to BCW Member Historic Hudson Valley

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $13.4 million in State funding to support three projects across Westchester County, strengthening public safety, expanding access to community resources and preserving a treasured Hudson Valley historic landmark. “Investing in Westchester means preserving the Hudson Valley’s rich history, providing firefighters with the support they need to protect their communities and modernizing […]
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October 29, 2026

The St. Clair Brings Affordable Apartments and Commercial Space to Downtown Yonkers Near Metro-North

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of The St. Clair, a 76-unit affordable, mixed-use development in Yonkers. The $60 million project is located in the city’s downtown corridor and combines multi-family residential apartments with street-level retail, dining and commercial uses. Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) has created […]
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October 28, 2026

BCW Member Rhinebeck Bank Expands Westchester Presence with New Rye Brook Branch

BCW member Rhinebeck Bank’s continued investment in Westchester County marks another positive development for the local economy, providing businesses and residents with expanded access to financial services and resources that support long-term growth. Rhinebeck Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc., has announced the opening of its newest branch at 800 Westchester Avenue […]
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