As we highlight Black entrepreneurs this Black History Month, we’re showcasing the stories of those who have turned their passion into thriving businesses, with support from…

Jackman Prescod leads 5D Architecture & Engineering, an NYS-certified Minority Business Enterprise making its mark across Long Island and New York City. The firm's…

Diane Mbombo-Tite’s journey from asylum seeker to entrepreneur is a testament to resilience and opportunity. After fleeing the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2015, she arrived…

Diane Moore wanted to be her own boss – and ESD’s MWBE Division helped make that dream a reality. Moore, a lifelong Bronx resident, founded her company, CleanWork…

Each February, ESD celebrates Black entrepreneurs who are shaping New York’s economy through hard work and innovation. As part of our #BlackHistoryMonth series, we’re…

Empire State Development is committed to empowering Black entrepreneurs, who play a vital role in New York State’s economy. During this Black History Month, we celebrate…

Why are small businesses successful in the Southern Tier? Here are just a few reasons: Transforming Downtowns Two New York State economic…

Entrepreneur Development ESD’s Entrepreneur Development team supports individuals interested in starting a business or that recently started…

ESD’s Life Science Division manages a diverse portfolio of programs aimed at benefiting small life science businesses and start-ups across the State. With its core mission of…

The Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) programs and innovation centers emphasize the importance of working with industry as a way to leverage New York…