New York is the State of Opportunity - Discover Why

In New York State, leading companies and smart, dynamic, innovative new businesses are starting here, moving here and thriving here, thanks to our diverse workforce, unparalleled quality of life and unmatched infrastructure system. 
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Long Island City Life Sciences Feasibility Study

October 16, 2018 New York CityBiotech and Life SciencesPress Release
A new feasibility study by the Long Island City Partnership finds that Long Island City is a critical part of New York’s burgeoning biotech and life sciences industry.
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Winners of WNY Smart Growth Community Fund

October 12, 2018 Western NYPress Release
Four Western NY communities will be awarded a portion of $10M in funding from the Buffalo Billion II initiative for projects that utilize existing infrastructure to support placemaking, walkable communities and sustainable development.
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Luminate NY Attracts Global Interest

October 11, 2018 Finger LakesOptics and ImagingPress Release
 Round two of Luminate NY, the world's largest startup accelerator for optics, photonics and imaging technologies, attracts global attention, with applications from 70 innovative companies around the world. 
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Explore our regions

Each of New York's 10 distinct regions presents unique opportunities for business. See what these areas of the state have to offer.
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New York is home to innovative companies from a diverse mix of industries. See how businesses like yours are thriving here.
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Opportunity Zones

The Opportunity Zone Program builds investment in under-served communities.

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Successful Companies in New York State

Regeneron

Learn how Regeneron, a global leader in biotech innovation, is growing in the Mid-Hudson.
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Corning

See how Corning is building on the potential of nanotech material in New York’s Southern Tier.
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Nova Bus

Discover how Nova Bus is fueling the North Country’s growing transportation industry.
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Vicarious Visions

Find out how gaming studio Vicarious Visions, based in the Capital Region, is developing some of the best-known video games.
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Opportunities to grow your business in New York State

Tax-Based Incentives

All forms of tax incentives that enable savings and cost advantages to businesses.
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Operational Support

Programs offering assistance or training to ensure more competitive businesses.
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Growth Support

Funds, loans and other means of financial support to stimulate business growth.
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Innovation Development Support

Financial incentives to foster university collaboration, research and innovation.
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Join Our Team

Be part of a dynamic, strategic workforce that's creating a thriving economic environment in the state of New York.
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Register to Vote in NYS

Find out how NYS is making voter registration convenient, whether you’re at the office, at home or on the road.
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