ON-RAMP Program

Governor Hochul has launched the $200 million ON-RAMP program to help fund and realize a network of four new workforce development centers in strategic, high impact locations in Upstate New York.
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“Respuesta Rápida” Initiative Promotes MWBE Certification

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Governor Hochul has launched “Respuesta Rápida” to boost MWBE certification by connecting Hispanic businessowners with partners statewide offering free technical assistance on certification applications.
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9/11 Assistance Programs

NYS businesses: learn more about new requirements to notify current and former employees affected by 9/11 about their eligibility for federal assistance programs.
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Immigrant Entrepreneur Center

Get the help your business needs to succeed in New York State! View ESD's guide to the many state and federal programs and tools available to immigrant business owners and anyone who wants to start a business.
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Opportunities to grow your business in New York State

Incentives & Programs

Choose New York – for top-tier industry talent, nation-leading infrastructure, competitive incentives and an unparalleled quality of life.

Explore an array of New York State programs, initiatives and services that support small business growth.

Learn how to become MWBE-certified, grow your business, find opportunities and contracts with NYS agencies and more.

Find details of RFPs for projects creating growth and opportunity throughout New York State.

New York State is home to top-tier industry talent, nation-leading infrastructure, competitive incentives and an unparalleled quality of life.

New York is home to innovative companies from a diverse mix of industries. See how businesses like yours are thriving here.

Each of New York's 10 distinct regions presents unique opportunities for business. See what these areas of the state have to offer.

Find out more about Micron's $100 billion, 1,400-acre green technology campus in Central New York.