News

28
Aug
2025
  “In late February, The Business Council was the victim of a cyberattack by criminals who used their vast resources to circumvent our network security. We immediately contained the incident and launched a thorough investigation, which included engaging with cybersecurity professionals and legal counsel, to ensure appropriate and timely notification to those people whose information was potentially compromised
25
Aug
2025
  The Business Council of New York State Announces Finalists for the “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest   ALBANY—The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Monday that the Coolest Thing Made in New York contest has been narrowed down to two finalists after the public cast more than 24,000 votes to date
21
Aug
2025
  Orange County Chamber of Commerce to Receive the Chamber of the Year Award from The Business Council of New York State Annual Award to be Presented at a September 18 Dinner       ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Thursday, the Orange County Chamber of Commerce will be awarded the annual Chuck Steiner Memorial Chamber of the Year Award
18
Aug
2025
  The Business Council of New York State Announces Final 4 Products for the Second Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest   ALBANY—The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Monday that the Coolest Thing Made in New York competition has been narrowed down to four finalists following online public voting
11
Aug
2025
  The Business Council of New York State Announces Round of 8 Finalists for the Second Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest   ALBANY—The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Monday that the Coolest Thing Made in New York competition has been narrowed down to eight finalists following online public voting
05
Aug
2025
  The Business Council of New York State Announces Round of 16 Finalists for the Second Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest ALBANY—The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Tuesday that the public has chosen 16 finalists to advance to the Round of 16 in the Coolest Thing Made in New York competition
01
Aug
2025
  Stacey Hengsterman Named 2025 Father Peter Young Award Recipient President & CEO of Special Olympics New York Embodies Father Young’s Services   ALBANY – Stacey Hengsterman, President & CEO of Special Olympics New York, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Father Peter Yong Award by The Business Council of New York State, Inc
31
Jul
2025
  The Business Council Announces Five Finalists for Fourth Annual Minority & Women’s Business Award   ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State announced Wednesday five finalists for the fourth annual Minority & Women’s Business Award. The Business Council believes in the continued promotion of economic growth and prosperity for all, and that opportunity must be given to all employers, regardless of race or creed
28
Jul
2025
  The Business Council of New York State Announces Voting is Open for the Second Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest Public Voting Will Once Again Determine Winner   ALBANY—The Business Council of New York State Inc. announced Wednesday that voting for the second annual ‘Coolest Thing Made in New York’ contest is now open
16
Jul
2025
  Dr. Marsha Gordon to Receive The Business Council’s Corning Award for Excellence Annual Award to be Presented at a September 18th Dinner ALBANY – Dr. Marsha Gordon, President/CEO of The Business Council of Westchester (BCW), has been named the recipient of the 2025 Corning Award for Excellence by The Business Council of New York State, Inc