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The Business Council of New York State, Inc.

Name: The Business Council of New York State, Inc.
Address: 111 Washington Avenue Suite 400, Albany, NY, 12210, US
Telephone: +15184657511
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The voice of business and employers in New York State for over 100 years.

11/05/2026

We are excited to announce that applications are officially OPEN for our inaugural New York Community Partnership Award!

This award will be presented to an Empire State business - along with the organization they’ve partnered and have worked collaboratively with – which has launched a program or initiative that has led to a positive impact in their respective community.

“Yes, it’s true, businesses are the economic engines of their communities, but we must not forget that they are so much more,” said Heather Mulligan, President and CEO of The Business Council of New York State, Inc.

If your organization is driving meaningful, community-focused change and building lasting partnerships in New York, we want to hear from you!

👉 Learn more about the criteria and submit your application today: https://www.bcnys.org/new-york-community-partnership-award-civic-and-community-engagement-awards-reception

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11/04/2026

Small businesses are the backbone of New York’s economy — and our major member, American Express, has championed them for over 15 years.

Back in 2010, American Express created Small Business Saturday to rally communities and drive crucial holiday spending to local, independent merchants. Since then, it has grown into a powerful nationwide movement that keeps local economies thriving. In fact, an estimated 68 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays right in the local community.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 28, and join Amex and us in encouraging everyone across the Empire State to this holiday season.

👉 Get your business ready and explore free marketing resources at: https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/business/trends-and-insights/solutions/shop-small-stories/?extlink=sm-us-bi-sbs2026-stratorganicsocial-o

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11/03/2026

Enterprise Community Partners just released a critical new policy brief, “A Crisis in Slow Motion: How Skyrocketing Insurance Rates Threaten New York's Affordable Housing and What to Do About It.”

The data shows a startling reality: insurance costs across Enterprise's New York portfolio jumped by 169% between 2018 and 2025. These surging operating expenses are draining resources, jeopardizing financial stability, and limiting the development of new affordable homes.

This brief offers clear, actionable policy solutions designed to stabilize the market, lower costs and protect vital housing infrastructure.

👉 Read and download full brief: https://www.enterprisecommunity.org/learning-center/resources/crisis-slow-motion-how-skyrocketing-insurance-rates-threaten-new-yorks

👉 Read Crain's New York Business coverage on the story:
https://www.crainsnewyork.com/politics-policy/cny-housing-scaffold-law-enterprise-community-20261102/

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11/02/2026

Join us on Thursday, November 19, for our upcoming Labor/HR Webinar: Employment First.

Following Governor Kathy Hochul’s Executive Order 40 establishing New York as an Employment First state, competitive integrated employment (CIE) is a key expectation across the Empire State’s workforce.

Hear from Whitney Malone, Employment First Business Liaison with the Office of the Chief Disability Officer, as we explore what this means for employers, HR leaders and inclusive hiring strategies.

🗓️ Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🔗 For more details and to secure your spot today: https://www.bcnys.org/event/laborhr-webinar-employment-first

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10/31/2026

Wishing a Happy Halloween to all the hardworking businesses, innovators and employers across the Empire State!

Whether you're brewing up new ideas, carving out market share, or treating your teams to a safe, festive holiday, we hope your day is filled with wicked-good success!

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10/30/2026

We’re flashing back to the last two stops on our 2026 Made in New York Manufacturing Bus Tour: Revere Copper Products Inc. in Rome, then Saranac in Utica! 🚌💨

👉To learn more about the tour: https://madeinny.org/2026-manufacturing-week-bus-tour

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10/29/2026

That's a wrap on our 2026 Energy & Environment Conference at the Rivers Casino and Resort Schenectady!

Building on Day 1’s inspired panel discussions — where industry leaders, policymakers and innovators delivered detailed analysis on New York's evolving regulatory landscape — yesterday’s forums took the dialogue even further.

Day 2 panels:

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Moderator:
🎤 David Flynn, Partner, Phillips Lytle LLP
Panelists:
🎤 Adriana Espinoza, Chief of Staff and Deputy Commissioner for Equity and Justice, NYS DEC
🎤 Aaron Mair, Member, DEC Permanent Environmental Justice Advisory Group
🎤 Maryann McCarthy, Senior Advisor, Brown & Weinraub Advisors, LLC
🎤 Ken Pokalsky, Vice-President (retired), The Business Council of New York State, Inc.

FEDERAL UPDATE – US EPA and CONGRESSIONAL INITIATIVES
🎤 Chuck Chaitovitz, Vice President, Environmental Affairs and Sustainability, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: 2026 REVIEW & KEY ISSUES FOR 2027

Moderator:
🎤 Ryan Mulson, Senior Director of Government Affairs, The Business Council of New York State, Inc.

Panelists:
🎤 Maryann McCarthy, Senior Advisor, Brown & Weinraub Advisors, LLC
🎤 Patrick McClellan, Policy Director
New York League of Conservation Voters
🎤 Jeshica Patel, Associate, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
🎤 Jim Walsh, Partner, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

From exploring breakthrough clean energy strategies to navigating complex compliance structures, these past two days have proven that collaboration is key to balancing economic growth with environmental progress.

A HUGE thank you to our generous sponsors, expert speakers and loyal attendees for bringing such vital insights and ideas to this important showcase!

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10/28/2026

We’re back with Day 2 of our 2026 Energy & Environment Conference at Rivers Casino & Resort!

After a high-energy opening day packed with discussions on regulatory shifts and the Empire State's evolving grid demands, we are right back at it exploring reliable, affordable and sustainable paths forward.

Today’s morning agenda:
CLCPA AMENDMENTS and PATH FORWARD
Moderator:
🎤 Todd Kaminsky, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Panelists:
🎤 Amanda De Vito Trinsey, Partner, Couch White, LLP
🎤 Gavin Donohue, President & CEO, Independent Power Producers of New York (IPPNY)
🎤 Dennis Elsenbeck, Head of Energy and Sustainability, Energy Consulting Services, Phillips Lytle, LLP
🎤 William Slade, Director, Environmental Energy Alliance of NY

🎤 Small business environmental updates from Timothy Kirchgraber, Manager, Small Business Environmental Support Office, NYS Empire State Development

SEQRA, WETLANDS and OTHER LAND USE ISSUES
Moderator:
🎤 Linda Shaw, Partner, Knauf Shaw LLP

Panelists:
🎤 Terresa Bakner, Partner, Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP
🎤 Thomas Bogart, Vice President of Building Services, Associated General Contractors of NYS
🎤 Michael Fazio, Executive Director, New York State Builders Association (NYSBA)

🎤 Keynote address from Robert Catell, Chairman, Advanced Energy Research & Technology Center, SUNY Stonybrook

Thank you to our attendees, speakers and sponsors for bringing your innovative expertise and generous support to this year's event.

🔗 Follow the full agenda here: https://www.bcnys.org/event/2026-energy-and-environment-conference

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10/28/2026

Day 1 of our 2026 Energy and Environment Conference is officially in the books!

Yesterday brought together industry leaders, policymakers and innovators for a packed lineup of deep-dive panels tackling New York’s evolving energy landscape, regulatory updates and sustainability goals.

We capped off an informative day of insights by raising a glass and connecting at the evening networking reception. Cheers to everyone who shared their expertise and ideas yesterday!

We’re looking forward to Day 2 of more panel collaborations with forward-thinking solutions, so let’s keep the momentum going!

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🔗 Check out Day 2 details and agenda here: https://www.bcnys.org/event/2026-energy-and-environment-conference

10/28/2026

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Join the grassroots letter campaign today!

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

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+15184657511

Website

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