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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.

Talent Attraction/Cultivation

Access the Talent Pipeline

You deserve to work for a great company…and our companies are legendary, so thank you for taking this next step with the BCW and welcome to Westchester County!

Westchester Wants You

From accounting to the trades – and every industry in between – Westchester firms are seeking skilled people like YOU!
Westchester Wants You!

Member News

The Osborn Launches Fall WellSpring Series with Max Tucci

Launching the fall season of its WellSpring Series, The Osborn will host Max Tucci, the renowned restaurateur and best-selling author, as he serves up a delectable discussion of his award-winning book, The Delmonico Way: Sublime Entertaining and Legendary Recipes from the Restaurant that Made New York! Free and open to the public, this event will […]
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New York State Legislators Representing the Bronx and Long Island Claim Victory at Annual Legislative Pace at Historic Yonkers Raceway

(Photo credit: Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts) L to R New York State Assembly Members Eddie Gibbs, Stefani Zinerman, Amanda Septimo, Michaelle Solages, J. Gary Pretlow, Latrice Walker, and Landon Dais The lower chamber came out on top as New York State Assembly members,  all first-time winners, swept all four heats YONKERS, NY – Empire […]
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Community Capital New York Small Business Expo

Join us for a day tailored for small business owners at any stage of their journey. Get essential insights and expert advice on securing funding and accessing resources to achieve your business goals. You will leave with a clear understanding about how to obtain funds to grow your business. Expert advice + Accessing resources + […]
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TOMPKINS FINANCIAL ADVISORS WELCOME WEALTH ADVISOR, EXPANDING WEALTH MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN THE HUDSON VALLEY

Expanding its leadership team and wealth management services for Hudson Valley-based clients, Tompkins Financial Advisors (Tompkins) has welcomed Derick Ansah to the team as a wealth advisor. Ansah will be based in the Mount Kisco office and comes to the company with over 10 years of experience serving ultra-high-net-worth clients. His expertise will offer Tompkins’ […]
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Fullerton Beck Successfully Defeats Plaintiff’s Summary Judgment Motion in Rear-End Collision Case

Fullerton Beck successfully opposed a motion for summary judgment filed by a plaintiff in a rear-end collision accident on a major highway. Partners Philip DeNoia and Edward Guardaro recently represented an insured client in the case, in which the plaintiff’s counsel filed an early motion for summary judgment on liability prior to depositions. Such motions […]
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In the News

October 2, 2024

BCW Joins with Business Groups Statewide Urging Veto of “Climate Superfund” Bill

The Business Council of Westchester is among 35 business organizations statewide urging Gov. Hochul to veto legislation passed by the Senate and Assembly known as the “climate superfund” because it would result in unintended consequences and increased costs for households and businesses. The business groups contend that the bill discriminates by targeting only the largest […]
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October 2, 2024

GDC Opens Luxury Residences in Yonkers

The transformation of southwest Yonkers took another step forward on Tuesday when BCW member Ginsburg Development Companies (GDC) celebrated the grand opening of 70 Pier Street, a boutique building featuring 36 luxury rental apartments. Located adjacent to the Ludlow Train Station and across from a completely renovated Abe Cohen Park & Plaza, 70 Pier Street […]
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October 2, 2024

New Vision for Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital

BCW member Montefiore Health System announced on Monday that it will transform Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital into a sustainable community model with a $41-million capital investment from New York. The comprehensive revitalization strategy focuses on expanding and modernizing critical areas of the hospital. Key projects include the redesign of the Emergency Department, which currently accommodates […]
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September 26, 2024

Burke Neurological Institute Launches Alzheimer’s Study

The Burke Neurological Institute (BNI) in White Plains is testing a completely different approach to stopping Alzheimer’s disease. BNI, a BCW member and an affiliation of Weill Cornell Medicine, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Disease Cooperative Study (ADCS) at University of California San Diego and Columbia University Irving Medical Center, have launched a national clinical […]
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September 26, 2024

Yonkers Public Schools Inaugurates New Media Arts School with Great Point Studios

Yonkers officials and BCW member Great Point Studios hosted a ribbon cutting and opening ceremony on Wednesday at the new Robert Halmi Sr. Academy of Film and Television. Yonkers Mayor Spano, Superintendent of Schools Aníbal Soler, Jr. and Yonkers Board of Education joined Great Point Studios’ CEO Robert Halmi, Jr. at the school’s campus at […]
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