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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43North Startup Competition Kicks Off Year Five

April 12, 2018 Western NYPress Release
Applications are now being accepted for the fifth year of 43North, the $5M startup competition attracting world-class entrepreneurs to grow their companies in Buffalo, NY. 
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Opening of the North Country Children’s Museum

April 18, 2018 North CountryTourismPress Release
The New York Power Authority and Empire State Development partnered to support the opening of the North Country Children’s Museum in St. Lawrence County, which will offer STEAM-oriented educational programming to children and their families.
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Newly Renovated Park Theater Opens in Downtown Glens Falls

April 18, 2018 CapitalTourismPress Release
The grand opening of the renovated historic Park Theater supports the economic development efforts underway in Glens Falls and complements the City’s selection as the winner of the $10M Downtown Revitalization Initiative for the Capital Region.
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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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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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