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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

ArtsWestchester Opens Four New Spring Exhibits on May 16, 2026

White Plains Gallery Debuts Spring Exhibits New exhibitions at ArtsWestchester’s gallery offer fresh perspectives on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Persian culture, Black churches and queer music. Opening May 16, the United States’ Semiquincentennial takes center stage. Art in a Season of Revolution calls on artists to reflect on the dawn of […]
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ArtsWestchester Receives Funding from Guru Krupa Foundation for Two-Day Celebration of South Indian Arts & Culture in White Plains: May 1 & 2, 2026

ArtsWestchester has received an $8,000 grant from the Guru Krupa Foundation to support a May Celebration of South Indian Arts & Culture at its White Plains arts venue. Guru Krupa Foundation is a private foundation that funds charitable causes based on the principles and philosophy derived from the value system of Hinduism. The grant to […]
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AI for Women in Service Businesses: Bottlenecks & Breakdowns Stop Here

Evangelia Leclaire has spent 20+ years inside service businesses—across people operations, leadership, and systems. Three years ago, she began helping leaders adopt AI. And discovered something critical. AI doesn’t fail because of tools or training. It fails because the foundation isn’t built. In nearly every service business: – Operations rely on key people – Knowledge […]
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Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Record First Quarter Financial Results

Tompkins Financial Corporation (“Tompkins” or the “Company”) reported diluted earnings per share of $1.82 for the first quarter of 2026, up $0.45 or 32.8% compared to the first quarter of 2025 and down $4.88 per share or 72.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2025. Net income for the first quarter of 2026 was $26.1 […]
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Minding Your Memory Focused On Brain Health

Minding Your Memory Focused On Brain Health Wednesday, April 29th, 7 – 8:30 PM Don’t wait until memory loss becomes a problem. Take action now to protect your brain and keep your mind sharp for years to come. Join Lisa Feiner, MBA, M.Ed, NBC-HWC, founder of the nonprofit Sharp Again and a Brain Longevity Specialist, […]
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In the News

April 30, 2026

Westchester County Launches Affordability and Economic Development Task Force to Tackle Pressure on Residents and Businesses

The Westchester County Board of Legislators has announced the creation of a new Affordability and Economic Development Task Force aimed at confronting rising cost pressures impacting residents, workers, and the business community across the county. The initiative comes as leaders cite growing economic strain tied to housing, energy, transportation, food costs, and broader affordability challenges […]
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April 30, 2026

BCW Member Spotlight: Regeneron Achieves Groundbreaking FDA Approval in Gene Therapy

The Business Council of Westchester is proud to spotlight one of our members, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, on a truly historic milestone in medical innovation. On April 23, 2026, Regeneron announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval for Otarmeni™ (lunsotogene parvec-cwha) — the first and only gene therapy approved for a […]
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April 30, 2026

Hot off the Press: Westchester’s Economic Development Guide -The Catalyst

The Business Council of Westchester is pleased to present this year’s Westchester County Economic Development Guide, published in partnership with Westchester County Department of Economic Development and Today Media.  The Guide showcases all that is extraordinary about doing business in Westchester and includes highlights of business sectors such as real estate, healthcare, transportation, quantum life […]
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April 30, 2026

Business Council of Westchester Celebrates 25th Annual Hall of Fame Awards Silver Jubilee

The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) proudly hosted its 25th Annual Hall of Fame Awards Silver Jubilee on Tuesday, April 28th, marking a milestone celebration honoring exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact across Westchester County’s dynamic business community. The evening served as both a celebration of achievement and a reflection on 25 years of recognizing the […]
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April 23, 2026

Westchester Leaders Outline Vision at Economic Update

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and Westchester County Director of Operations Emily Saltzman laid out an optimistic and clear-eyed economic outlook for the county on Wednesday at the Business Council of Westchester’s KeyBank Speaker Series. Moderated by BCW President and CEO Marsha Gordon, her questions ranged from keeping the county competitive, adaptability and employment growth […]
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