The Business Council of Westchester hosted its latest installment of the State of the Economy Series sponsored by Beacon Bank. It was a powerful reminder that Westchester’s strength lies not only in its economic diversity, but also in its deep sense of community and shared purpose. Across sectors, one theme resonated clearly: progress happens when we show up for one another. Marsha Gordon, President and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester, kicked off the program by posing the question: “How’s it going out there? What are you seeing on your industry horizons? What are your challenges? What are your […]

The Child Care Council of Westchester, a member of The Business Council of Westchester (BCW), has secured a $100,000 grant from Empire State Development through the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council initiative, marking a major step forward in strengthening the region’s childcare infrastructure. The Child Care Council of Westchester is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Empire State Development through the Mid-Hudson Regional Economic Development Council Initiative. This funding will contribute to the development of a Child Care Workforce Training Center serving the Mid-Hudson Region. “This investment strengthens the industry immediately while setting off […]

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins delivered his 2026 State of the County Address this week in the Board of Legislators Chamber, outlining key priorities and initiatives focused on economic development, public safety, housing, infrastructure, and sustainability across Westchester County. Representing The Business Council of Westchester at the address were the BCW President and CEO Marsha Gordon and Executive Vice President and COO John Ravitz, who joined business, government, and community leaders from across the county for the annual address. County Executive Jenkins opened his address by highlighting the County’s fiscal stability. He stated: “First – our finances are strong. Westchester […]

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 affecting quality of life and regional competitiveness. The Task Force will examine key drivers of affordability and economic stability, including job creation, small business growth, housing availability, transportation systems, and energy pricing. Over the coming months, it will bring together stakeholders and subject matter experts […]

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 form of genetic hearing loss caused by mutations in the OTOF gene. This breakthrough represents a major leap forward in the treatment of severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss. In clinical trials, the one-time therapy demonstrated remarkable results: 80% of participants experienced significant hearing improvement within 24 […]

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 science, AI, energy, film production, workforce development, MWBE success stories, culture and quality of life. The Guide serves to entice businesses to launch, relocate, and expand into Westchester, showcasing the region’s movers and shakers, business and government leaders, and professionals evaluating and choosing Westchester as […]