Congratulations to BCW Member Blythedale Children’s Hospital which recently named Nathaniel Beers, MD, MPA, FAAP has their new President and Chief Executive Officer, becoming only the third individual to lead the Hospital in the past 66 years. Dr. Beers succeeds Larry Levine, who concludes a distinguished 26-year tenure as President and CEO. Dr. Beers brings […]
As a volatile year concludes, the Business Council of Westchester (BCW) gathered regional leaders on Tuesday to forecast the upcoming financial landscape. The KeyBank Speaker Series event, The Next Economic Chapter: From 2025 Realities to 2026 Opportunities, offered a blend of high-level economic data and ground-level operational realities. The breakfast featured a presentation by Brian […]
Less than two months after opening his platform to the public, Westchester Innovation Network (WIN) participant Michael Berlingo is seeing his vision for a student-centric workforce materialize rapidly. His company, Starteryou, began as a pilot program last year with White Plains High School arranged by WIN. The employment platform has now expanded into a growing […]
The Business Council of Westchester recently joined a broad coalition of organizations across New York’s economic sectors urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to veto the New York Health Information Privacy Act (NY HIPA). “While we fully support the goal of safeguarding sensitive reproductive and gender-affirming care data, this legislation has expanded dangerously beyond its original purpose. […]
The BCW and BCW Member Feeding Westchester recently held an important and timely community hunger and budget discussion with Westchester’s State Delegation. The senior team at Feeding Westchester provided the delegation members with an update on the work they did to provide services during the recent government shutdown. With nearly 3 million New […]
Approximately 50 Westchester school officials gathered at Southern Westchester BOCES on November 14 for the School Energy Saving Seminar hosted by the Business Council of Westchester’s (BCW) Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC). The morning event presented a deep dive into the energy efficiency programs and funding opportunities available from key state partners: Con Edison, the […]
The complexities of business mergers took center stage on Monday at the Business Council of Westchester’s (BCW) Valley Bank Leadership Conversation. Moderated by BCW President Marsha Gordon, Mergers in Motion: Transforming Organizations through Business Combination invited regional business leaders to share insights drawn from their experiences as strategic acquirers, owner-sellers, and trusted advisors. The event […]
Yonkers reputation as Hollywood on Hudson — a premier destination for the entertainment industry — was further bolstered this week with the opening of the new Mediapro Studios At Great Point Studios, a state-of-the-art production complex, complete with soundstages, post-production facilities, and a host of amenities designed to attract filmmakers, content creators, and production companies […]
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, […]