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An Important Message About BCW Leadership

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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

Blinds To Go Celebrates Hartsdale Showroom Reopening with ArtsWestchester Partnership and Summer of Events

Blinds To Go Celebrates Hartsdale Showroom Reopening with ArtsWestchester Partnership and Summer of Events Blinds To Go is pleased to invite the community to a special celebration of art, design, and community on Wednesday, June 17, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at its newly refreshed Hartsdale showroom. The event will commemorate the grand reopening of the […]
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Tompkins Community Bank Announces Planned Name Change to Tompkins Bank & Trust

Tompkins Financial Corporation announced today that it has requested regulatory approval to rebrand Tompkins Community Bank as Tompkins Bank & Trust, a name that reflects the organization’s longstanding reputation as a trusted financial partner, its capabilities, and its continued commitment to relationship-based banking and personalized service. With more than 50 banking offices serving customers across […]
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Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle “Be Great” Gala Celebrates Community Champions, Accomplished Young Leaders and a Record 12,166 Youths Served

Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle “Be Great” Gala Celebrates Community Champions, Accomplished Young Leaders and a Record 12,166 Youths Served NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., May 7, 2026 – The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle celebrated the dedication of five community champions, the leadership of two accomplished youths and a record number of […]
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Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle Revives Remington Flyers Track and Field Team, Reigniting a Proud Legacy

Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle Revives Remington Flyers Track and Field Team, Reigniting a Proud Legacy Youths Benefit from Vital Lessons About Fitness and Sportsmanship NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., May 14, 2026 — The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle has officially relaunched the Remington Flyers, its storied youth track and field program, […]
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New Program Helps More New Yorkers Receive Discounts on Energy Bills

We’re sharing the news about Con Edison bill discounts. You may be able to get a discount on your bill if your household meets income requirements. Through their Enhanced Energy Affordability Program (EEAP), you and your family may qualify if your income falls below the area median.  Learn more and enroll: conEd.NYEEAP.com   
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In the News

June 9, 2026

Westchester Ballet Company Announces Olive Opera House as New Home During Celebratory Gala

The Westchester Ballet Company has announced a transformative new chapter in its history, unveiling the historic Olive Opera House in Ossining as its new permanent home during a special gala celebration held on June 3. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the company and for the arts community throughout Westchester County. Located in the […]
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June 9, 2026

Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition Supports Briarcliff Solar Project

The Business Council of Westchester’s (BCW) Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC) has formally expressed its support for the proposed Briarcliff Solar project, citing the development’s potential to improve energy affordability, strengthen grid reliability, enhance environmental sustainability, and help meet Westchester County’s growing energy needs. In a letter submitted to the Village of Briarcliff Manor Board […]
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June 9, 2026

Montefiore Health System and Amazon One Medical Accelerate Access to Coordinated Primary and Specialty Care In Westchester

New Co-Located Office at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care in Westchester Represents Amazon One Medical’s First Brick-and-Mortar Location in a New York Specialty Care Site June 9, 2026 (New York, NY and San Francisco, CA). Montefiore Health System and Amazon One Medical today announced that Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care (MEAC) in Westchester, one of Montefiore’s largest […]
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June 9, 2026

BCW Welcomes Business Leaders Aleksandra Chancy and Jeff Nyikos to Board of Directors

The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) has appointed two prominent business leaders to its Board of Directors. Aleksandra Chancy, PE, is the Founder and President of DACK Consulting Solutions, Inc. and Jeff Nyikos is the CEO and President of Leros Transportation Group. Both executives bring decades of specialized industry leadership and entrepreneurial success to the […]
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June 5, 2026

An Important Message About BCW Leadership

I am sharing some exciting and significant leadership transition news with you today. John Ravitz, the organization’s distinguished Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will retire effective December 31, 2026, after fifteen years of dedicated service to the Westchester business community. Noam Bramson, the former Mayor of New Rochelle, has been named Executive Vice […]
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