Empire State Development’s Post

The Great Lakes 360 living museum is now open at the Aquarium of Niagara in Niagara Falls State Park! Supported by ESD, this project aims to attract new visitors, boost downtown development, and reconnect the community with their iconic waterfront. https://on.ny.gov/4cSrdhz

ESD's "Sail-Thru Summer" initiative encourages MWBE applicants to work with Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers or Small Business Development Centers in completing their New York State MWBE certification applications. Learn more and find your local center: https://on.ny.gov/3Wl3Uqs

ESD has issued RFPs to redevelop the former Watertown Correctional Facility & Willard Drug Treatment Campus, advancing Governor Hochul's plan to re-purpose closed prisons for housing, jobs & economic growth across New York State. Learn more: https://on.ny.gov/4eWHzqH

Join the North Country REDC Co-Chair Open House for 1-hour public info sessions on July 15 + 16! Learn about available grant opportunities, CFA process & regional economic development strategies. Register: https://lnkd.in/etyHZMSn

🚨 Application deadline - July 15! 🚨 Regional and local government entities: Apply now for broadband and digital equity capacity grants through ConnectALL’s Regional and Local Assistance Program. https://lnkd.in/eFjjGcga

Congratulations to Pfannenberg Inc. on plans to expand its North American HQ! The $16.6M Erie County project will nearly 2x operations for the global manufacturer. ESD support includes up to $400K in Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits. Details: http://on.ny.gov/4cAY6Pm

Join the North Country REDC Co-Chair Open House for 1-hour public info sessions on July 15 + 16! Learn about available grant opportunities, CFA process & regional economic development strategies. Register: https://lnkd.in/etyHZMSn

Today Empire State Development COO Kevin Younis delivered a keynote address on New York’s leadership in semiconductor investment, innovation, and sustainability to an audience of global chip industry leaders at #SEMICONWest’s CEO Summit.

Join Empire State Development at #SEMICONWest! Visit us at Booth #5944 to learn how New York is powering the future of semiconductors. From our skilled workforce to cutting-edge research facilities, discover why New York State is a leader in chip innovation.

📣 Wednesday! Join ESD's Mid-Hudson REDC team, in partnership with Rockland and Putnam Counties, for a virtual info webinar on the CFA & Round 14 of the REDC initiative! Team members are ready to answer your questions and discuss available funding and resources. Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xXfH4X