The Business Council of Westchester’s Westchester Innovation Network (WIN) helped an edtech startup refine its business concept by working with a local nonprofit organization. Earlier this year the BCW WIN matched the startup Youthfully—now called Careerfully—with the Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) to evaluate a platform offering free on-demand virtual coaching tailored to high school students as they navigate complex college and career decisions. During the pilot, CEO and co-founder Joel Nicholson realized that his platform should expand to coach students from high school through university because of a growing need for a more personalized approach in higher education. […]

BCW President & CEO Marsha Gordon was moderator the 18th Annual Regional Global Real Estate Summit held in Manhattan on November 4 and 5. The distinguished panel featured Realtors and real estate professionals from across the New York metro region and the U.S who gathered at the Fordham University Lincoln Center campus in Manhattan This year’s two-day program was highlighted by a full-day of informative presentations and roundtables covering a host of global issues, including marketing and digital media, visas, global real estate trends, remote work opportunities, the outlook for the New York metro region’s economy and global investment. Hudson […]

Westchester County Executive George Latimer presented his seventh budget proposal to the Westchester County Board of Legislators, unveiling a $2.5 billion plan that prioritizes vital services for County residents, while upholding fiscal responsibility. The 2025 Proposed County Operating Budget maintains the same tax levy as 2024 for the County General Fund, marking the sixth consecutive year without an increase. Speaking at press conference yesterday, Latimer said, “The proposed 2025 budget reflects our dedication to responsible financial management while maintaining freezing tax rates for the last six budgets. This budget prioritizes key areas such as public safety, emergency preparedness, housing, health […]

The Business Council of Westchester assembled the region’s top marketing experts on Monday to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming marketing. Smart Insights and AI Innovations to Transform Marketing was the latest installment of the BCW’s AI Alliance 360°, a yearlong series of discussions about the technology’s effect across many sectors. Moderated by Elizabeth Bracken-Thompson, partner of Thompson & Bender, the panel included Andrew Castellano, CEO of Sharc Creative Inc.; Katy Dwyer, founder and creative director of KDD Marketing; Ronnie Ram, president and CEO of Inspiria Outdoor Advertising; Elena Rivera-Cheek, founder and CEO of C&A Digital; and Paul Tyler, head […]

BCW Member Rise Private Wealth Management, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC recently announced its merger with BCW Member Pell Wealth Partners, a fellow Ameriprise team, whose primary office is in Rye Brook. The combined team now operates under the name Rise Private Wealth Management and manages over $4 billion in assets under management for clients across the U.S. The combined team has 41 financial advisors and 47 support staff. They will maintain all 14 of their existing office locations, including: New York, NY, Bedford, NH, Rye Brook, NY, Auburn, ME, Bangor, ME, Clearwater, FL, Durham, […]

The Business Council of Westchester’s Westchester Innovation Network (WIN) Champion Awards celebrated four groundbreaking innovators on Monday during the BCW’s annual Business Showcase held at the Westchester Marriott. WIN, a BCW initiative, empowers entrepreneurs and inventors to partner with BCW members, testing and adapting their products or services within Westchester. This collaborative model not only nurtures the county’s economy but also fosters fresh solutions that address contemporary challenges. During the event, four WIN Champions each received a $2,500 grant to support their pioneering projects: EarthSuds, Immigr8, Laronix, and White Plains High School. “These four innovators embody the creative spirit and […]