The BCW once again proved why it’s the leading voice for the County’s business community, hosting a lively and informative discussion that shed light on the political implications following New York City’s recent mayoral election. The lunch event held Wednesday at the executive dining room at the BCW’s Rye Brook headquarters drew a full house […]
In an exclusive presentation to BCW Board Members on Wednesday, Heather Mulligan, President and CEO of the Business Council of New York State, discussed the Council’s recent report on New York’s economic challenges. Titled Blueprint for New York: Creating a Roadmap for Change, the report highlighted issues like high taxes, regulatory burdens, and population loss, […]
Congratulations to Northwell’s Phelps Hospital on the recent grand opening of its new Serenity Garden, a transformative, therapeutic space designed to support mental health, wellness and rejuvenation for patients, visitors and staff. More than just a garden, it reflects the hospital’s profound commitment to holistic healing, providing a tranquil oasis on its 69-acre campus. The $360,000 donor-funded project […]
In a major move that expands its presence in the Tri-State region, BCW Member Progressive Computing has announced the acquisition of Star Computers, a Connecticut-based IT solutions provider with more than 25 years of service excellence. By combining teams, resources, and technical expertise, the unified organization strengthens its ability to deliver managed IT services, cybersecurity, […]
Congratulations to BCW Members Cappelli Organizations and the City of New Rochelle which celebrated the opening this week of a new public playground in the heart of downtown. Located in front of the municipal parking garage at 51 LeCount Place, the project was made possible through the City’s Community Benefit Bonus (CBB) program, which allows […]
The Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC), an initiative of the Business Council of Westchester (BCW), is launching a new seminar series aimed at accelerating clean energy adoption within the public education sector. The first event, the Schools Energy Saving Seminar, is November 14 at 9:30 a.m. at Southern Westchester BOCES in Rye Brook. The free […]
Congratulations to the BCW’s esteemed life sciences member and Hall of Fame winner Regeneron Pharmaceuticals for winning the 2025 Prix Galien USA Best Biotechnology Product Award for the groundbreaking science of Dupixent. The Galien Foundation, which acknowledges extraordinary scientific innovations that improve the human condition, presented the award on October 30 in New York City […]
What does it take to lead with purpose, grace, and energy — for decades — without burning out? In this inspiring conversation, BCW Member and Balancing Life’s Issues CEO/President Wendy Wollner sits down with Dr. Marsha Gordon, President and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester. A trailblazing leader who transformed a struggling local chamber […]
A new collaboration between the Business Council of Westchester (BCW) and Iona University is deploying the innovative power of design thinking to address two community challenges in the Town of Greenburgh. Iona business students will lead the latest City Labs project—a key component of the BCW’s Westchester Innovation Network (WIN). The students will focus on […]
In what was the Business Event of the Year in Westchester County, The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) held its Annual Dinner on October 27 at the VIP Country Club in New Rochelle, celebrating the region’s healthcare excellence with the theme, “Honoring the Legacy of Healthcare in the Hudson Valley.” More than 500 attendees were […]
The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) proudly hosted its highly anticipated Circles of Influence event on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Sonesta White Plains Downtown. The award-winning, semi-annual networking experience once again brought Westchester’s top business professionals for an evening of meaningful connections and impactful opportunities. BCW Member Inspira Outdoor served as the sponsor […]
BCW Member Purchase College will receive $50 million in funding for a major geothermal energy initiative as part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s $1 billion Sustainable Future Program—the largest climate investment in New York State history. This strategic investment will support the design and initial construction of a campus-wide thermal energy network, which utilizes underground piping […]