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, […]
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 […]