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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.

Talent Attraction/Cultivation

Access the Talent Pipeline

You deserve to work for a great company…and our companies are legendary, so thank you for taking this next step with the BCW and welcome to Westchester County!

Westchester Wants You

From accounting to the trades – and every industry in between – Westchester firms are seeking skilled people like YOU!
Westchester Wants You!

Member News

Kathleen Reckling Named New CEO of ArtsWestchester

After an extensive national search, ArtsWestchester’s Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Kathleen Reckling as its new CEO, effective July 1, 2024. She is succeeding Janet Langsam who, after 33 years of stalwart leadership at ArtsWestchester bolstering the county’s cultural infrastructure, is transitioning from CEO to CEO Emerita. Reckling joined ArtsWestchester in 2011, […]
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Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts Continues to Invest in Bronx Workforce Development Programs with Donation to Bronx Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Since MGM Resorts acquired Empire City five years ago, the Bronx has been at the forefront of the company’s corporate social responsibility efforts to build strong local communities.  Empire City has provided hundreds of thousands of dollars to numerous nonprofit organizations that deliver critical services and programs. Yonkers, NY – Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts […]
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Register for BIKE HSS on September 14th at Manhattanville College!

It was great to see many of you at the BCW Day of Wellness this week! I am sharing an exciting event that was promoted in hopes you will all join. BIKE HSS will be held on Saturday, September 14th, at Manhattanville College in Purchase, New York. Our BIKE HSS mission is to fuel ground-breaking […]
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KeyBank recognized by Lifting Up Westchester with its 2024 Corporate Citizenship Award

KeyBank has received Lifting Up Westchester’s 2024 Corporate Citizenship Award in recognition of the bank’s support to the non-profit organization’s Job Central facility with funding through KeyBank Foundation and with financial literacy resources to Job Central’s clients. The award was presented to KeyBank Market President John Manginelli on May 16th at the non-profit’s 2024 Gala […]
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Royal Regency Hotel Celebrates 30 Years of Unparalleled Hospitality in Westchester County!

The Royal Regency Hotel, a beloved family-owned boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Yonkers, NY, is proudly celebrating its 30th anniversary. For three decades, the Royal Regency Hotel has been a beacon of Greek-American hospitality, providing guests with unparalleled comfort, warmth, and exceptional service. On May 16, Royal Regency welcomed family, friends and business […]
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In the News

May 16, 2024

Op-Ed: Superfund Bill Not So Super for NY Businesses

By John Ravitz, Executive Vice President & COO, Business Council of Westchester The following guest article appeared in the May 12th issue of Mid-Hudson News Climate change is real, and New York should continue to invest in energy efficiency, renewable electric power, and other greenhouse gas emission reduction strategies. These actions can have direct benefits […]
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May 15, 2024

Congressional Debate a Lively Exchange on Range of Key Issues

The Business Council of Westchester and News12 co-hosted a debate on Monday for one of the nation’s highest-profile congressional races. Rep. Jamaal Bowman and County Executive George Latimer appealed for voters’ support in the race for New York’s hotly contested 16th Congressional District. The one-hour debate in White Plains addressed many issues, including the Middle […]
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May 15, 2024

WIN Program Streamlining Visa Application Process for Foreign Workers 

The Business Council of Westchester’s Westchester Innovation Network is helping Richmond Community Services find employees by matching it with an artificial intelligence-powered platform that streamlines foreign worker visa applications. The BCW WIN matched Richmond Community Services with the software platform Immigr8 to speed up the hiring process through the federal H-1B visa program for specialty […]
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May 9, 2024

Manhattanville Named Legacy Teach-Out Partner for Wells College

BCW Member Manhattanville University has announced it has been named legacy teach-out partner for Wells College in Aurora, NY.   The college in upstate New York announced that it will close next month after 156 years and is among a number of private colleges and universities to announce closure due to declining revenues. Frank Sánchez, […]
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May 8, 2024

Accounting Firms Joining Forces to Expand Presence in Region

Two of Westchester’s leading accounting firms are joining forces to expand their presence in the NYC region. BCW Member Citrin Cooperman, named #18 on the “Top 100 Firms” list by Accounting Today, has announced the successful acquisition of BCW Member Maier Markey & Justic LLP (MMJ), a White Plains based CPA firm. MMJ will join […]
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