Championing Albany’s Potential Initiative

Governor Kathy Hochul has launched the $400M+ Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative to revitalize the State’s Capital City. A long-term growth strategy for Downtown Albany will be developed by nationally recognized planning firm, MIG.
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A $10M NYFIRST Expansion to Grow Life Science Innovation

Governor Hochul announced new investment and Round 6 application details for the New York Fund for Innovation in Research and Scientific Talent program, administered by ESD, to attract and retain world-class research scientists and grow innovation.
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Free Help to Accelerate MWBE Certification During AAPI Month

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the “AAPI Enterprise Empowerment” initiative, to help minority and women-owned businesses complete NYS MWBE Certification applications during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
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Chobani Investing $1.2B in NYS Natural Food Manufacturing

Governor Hochul announced plans for the renowned yogurt maker to build a 1.4 million square-foot facility in Rome, bringing 1,000+ jobs to the Mohawk Valley.
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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.