The Business Council of Westchester joined with 25 other statewide business organizations in a letter to the leadership of the State Senate and Assembly urging them to support the Assembly’s proposal to devote $7 billion to pay off the state’s outstanding federal unemployment insurance program loan and help restore the financial stability of the state’s UI fund. “This expensive but necessary step would have multiple benefits — it would help restore the UI fund’s financial strength, it would allow for reduced federal UI taxes on business, and it would make possible increased maximum UI benefits for workers,” read the letter […]

Congratulations to BCW Member DeCicco & Sons on the grand opening of its eagerly awaited Sleepy Hollow location on March 28th. This spectacular new store is the company’s eleventh location and the largest in Westchester. Designed to offer an elevated shopping experience, it reflects DeCicco & Sons’ commitment to quality, innovation, sustainability, and community. The new Sleepy Hollow location encompasses approximately 50,000 square feet, including 30,000 square feet on the first floor and 7,000 square feet on the second floor of supermarket shopping space. The second floor also boasts a spacious bar with patio, as well as a remarkable 5,000-square-foot […]

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BCW Member Soulful Synergy, in partnership with the City of New Rochelle and New Rochelle Forward, launched its 2025 workforce development programming at an open house and networking event this week. The program is designed to build the capacity of individuals to effectively compete for the opportunities created by the unprecedented development boom in the New Rochelle and beyond, NR Forward connects participants to certification courses, hands-on training, career readiness, case management and job placement services, as well as a network of local developers, contractors, and community leaders. “As one of the fastest growing cities in New York State, we are committed […]

Congratulations to BCW Member Stacey Ross Cohen on the publication of her new book, Brand Up 2.0: Propel Your Early Career Success (Publisher: Post Hill Press/Distributor: Simon & Schuster), a guide for young professionals who face the daunting task of distinguishing themselves in today’s highly competitive job market amid fierce competition and advanced AI resume screenings. Best-selling author Ross Cohen collaborated with Allison Kluger, a Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer and four-time Emmy-nominated producer, and Kudzi Chikumbu, lifestyle influencer, marketing authority, and former TikTok executive. Together, they provide unparalleled insights into personal branding and career development. “I’m beyond grateful […]

BCW Member Pace University is expanding its STEM offerings with the launch of a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Engineering in fall 2026. Offered through the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems, this program will be the University’s and Westchester County’s first four-year engineering degree, equipping students with essential skills in hardware/software co-design, embedded systems, and real-time computing. Designed to meet the growing demand for computer engineers, the program will prepare graduates to develop innovative technology solutions across various industries, from mobile devices and applications to augmented reality, drones, and smart automation. The BS in Computer Engineering […]