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What Does the Future of Business Look Like in Westchester?
With the rapid rise of AI, remote work, sustainability, and cybersecurity, remaining up-to-the-second with business trends is not only smart, it can make or break a company.
Feb 25, 2024
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WCA's Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program Helps Graduates Succeed
Beginning in 2022, the Westchester County Association’s Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program placed and trained 100 workers with regional healthcare providers. The initiative funded by a grant from Westchester County has an annual economic impact of more than $3.5 million.
Feb 21, 2024
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Sustainability is a Serious Deal for These Westchester Businesses
Brightcore is just one of numerous players in Westchester County creating a more sustainable future. The reasons why are obvious to anyone paying attention to recent climate “events” — a mushy word for disasters, like excessive heat, flooding, smoky air, and others, that are becoming more frequent and severe.
Jan 6, 2024
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Welcome Home Westchester on the county's severe housing shortage
The purpose of the partnership is to work collaboratively and in a coordinated fashion to respond to the severe lack of housing in Westchester County for people at a wide range of income levels by advancing a pro-housing agenda through legislative and regulatory means at the state, county and local levels.
Jan 2, 2024
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WCA's New Initiatives
At the recent Westchester County Association’s 73rd annual leadership event Michael N. Romita, WCA president and CEO, announced two new WCA-led initiatives designed to extend the impact of the organization.
Nov 27, 2023
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Westchester County Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program Exceeds Enrollment Goals, Connects More Than 100 Graduates to Meaningful Employment Opportunities
The Westchester County Office of Economic Development (OED) and Westchester County Association (WCA) today announced the Westchester Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program (HTPP), which launched in spring of 2022, has connected 101 hires to employment.
Nov 15, 2023
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What's New in Digital Equity:
California Enacts Digital Equity
Bill of Rights
At the local level, Westchester County, N.Y., has launched a new initiative to increase access to affordable Internet and education. Launched by the county's Office of Economic Development, the program will leverage partnerships with the STEM Alliance, the Westchester County Association (WCA) and the Westchester Library System.
Oct 12, 2023
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WESTCHESTER COUNTY ASSOCIATION AND WESTCHESTER COUNTY TEAM UP TO HOST REGIONAL JOB FAIR
More than 300 job seekers lined up to meet with over 40 employers and resource providers at a regional career fair October 12 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains.
Oct 12, 2023
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Despite challenges, New York's health care industry should be proud
Too often, those of us in health care get so caught up in our day-to-day business challenges that we forget to put some of our greatest accomplishments in context.
Oct 12, 2023
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Westchester County Launches New
Sweeping Digital Literacy And
Access Initiative
Connect Westchester is Westchester County’s Office of Economic Development’s new initiative to bridge the digital divide through providing essential digital resources, education and affordable internet access to low-income residents.
Oct 9, 2023

Press Releases

New Report by Regional Plan Association (RPA) Finds Billions in Lost Economic Opportunity If Westchester Fails to Meet Housing Demand
WHITE PLAINS, NY (May 22, 2025) — As cranes rise and hospital campuses expand across Westchester County, new findings unveiled at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Annual Real Estate Summit reveal a critical imbalance—Westchester’s housing supply is not keeping up, and the cost of inaction could reach tens of billions of dollars.
May 22, 2025
Westchester County Association Kicks Off 75th Anniversary with County Executive Ken Jenkins’ First Address to Business Community
White Plains, NY (January 23, 2025) — The Westchester County Association (WCA) launched its 75th anniversary year with newly appointed County Executive Ken Jenkins’ first address to the Westchester business community, where he outlined his vision for the county’s growth and vitality – subjects that drive WCA’s mission.
Jan 23, 2025
Four Exceptional Westchester Leaders Honored at Westchester County Association ‘Impact in Action’ Leadership Event
(November 21, 2024) …. Four exceptional Westchester leaders, cited for their outstanding contributions to Westchester’s robust economy, benefiting its people and businesses, were honored at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Annual Leadership Event, “Impact in Action,” held on November 20th at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle.
450+ Power Players Gather to Honor Four Exceptional Leaders at Westchester County Association “Impact in Action” Leadership Event
White Plains, New York - (November 10, 2023)….Over 450 members of Westchester’s professional community packed the Westchester Marriott ballroom on November 9th for the Westchester County Association’s 73rd annual leadership event.
Nov 10, 2023
WESTCHESTER COUNTY ASSOCATION AND WESTCHESTER COUNTY TEAM UP TO HOST LARGEST REGIONAL JOB FAIR THIS FALL
White Plains (October 12, 2023) More than 300 job seekers lined up to meet with over 40 employers and resource providers at a regional career fair October 12 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains.
Oct 13, 2023
Westchester County Launches Connect Westchester: A New Sweeping Digital Literacy & Access Initiative
Connect Westchester is Westchester County’s Office of Economic Development’s new initiative to bridge the digital divide through providing essential digital resources, education and affordable internet access to low-income residents.
Oct 6, 2023
Healthcare Champions Rita Mabli & Westchester Community Health Center Honored by 250 Power Players at WCA’s “Toasting to a Healthy Westchester”
White Plains, New York - (September 22, 2023)…In his keynote address at WCA’s “Toasting to a Healthy Westchester,” Michael J. Dowling, CEO, Northwell Health appealed to 250 key leaders in healthcare and business attending this annual dinner to try to solve what he called the social determinants of health, such as gun violence, poverty, obesity, and drugs and alchohol abuse. “If we don’t solve theses issues, we will never improve the health status of Americans,”he said, citing the pressures facing the industry today.
Sep 22, 2023
Westchester County Association and Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law Convene Second Annual ‘Profit & Purpose’ Sustainable Business Conference to Prepare Business Leaders for a Low-Carbon Future
White Plains, New York -- (June 5, 2023) Close to 200 business, nonprofit, and government leaders attended the WCA’s 2nd Annual Sustainable Business Conference hosted in partnership with Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law. The event, held June 1 at the law school, focused on new opportunities in sustainable investing and real estate, navigating an evolving regulatory landscape, and the connection between sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion. New this year, a “Sustainability Bootcamp” workshop served as a primer for businesses of all sizes to get started with practical tools to develop a sustainability program.
Jun 5, 2023
Westchester County Association Welcomes Eight New Board Members to Expand Its Dynamic Advisory Team
White Plains, New York - (December 8, 2022) Susan Fox, WCA Board Chair, President & CEO, White Plains Hospital, and Michael N. Romita, President, and CEO of the Westchester County Association (WCA), announced this week that the WCA, the county’s premier business membership organization, will welcome eight new board members representing important industry sectors to bolster the WCA’s economic development and advocacy work.
Dec 8, 2022
Over 450 Movers and Shakers Gather to Honor Three Visionary Leaders Shaping Westchester’s Future
White Plains, New York - (November 21, 2022)…. Westchester’s professional community packed the Westchester Marriott ballroom on November 17th for the Westchester County Association’s annual leadership dinner to honor Westchester’s most influential leaders and celebrate another year of impactful work by the WCA, the region’s premiere business advocacy and economic development organization.
Nov 21, 2022

Member News

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WMC Urges Action to Prevent Childhood Drownings
WMCHealth, Westchester County, and the Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation are urging families to prioritize swimming safety this summer following an increase in pediatric drowning emergencies. A $400K initiative will fund swimming lessons for underserved children and promote education, supervision, and early prevention as ways to protect young lives.
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Meditation Garden Honors Burke Board Chair
Burke Rehabilitation recently opened the McCarthy Family Meditation Garden on its White Plains campus, honoring John McCarthy—former Chair of Burke’s Board of Trustees and longtime White Plains resident—for his years of dedicated service. This serene space was designed to provide patients, visitors, and staff with a peaceful place for reflection, restoration, and meditation.
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Mercy U Appoints First Chief Human Resources Officer
Mercy University has named Lauren de la Cruz as its first Chief Human Resources Officer. A Bronx native and Mercy alum, de la Cruz brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience. Her appointment underscores Mercy’s commitment to building an inclusive, high-performing workplace that supports its mission of access and student success.
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IFCA Housing Network Joins Welcome Home Westchester
Congratulations to James Hernandez and the IFCA Housing Network on joining the Welcome Home Westchester Policy Advisory Committee! Excited to see IFCA working alongside so many dedicated partners to move the housing conversation forward in Westchester County.
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Tal Healthcare Named Among Forbes' Best Recruiting Firms
Tal Healthcare has been recognized on Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting Firms 2025” lists in both the Professional and Executive Search categories. This honor reflects the trust of clients and candidates alike, and our commitment to delivering top-tier healthcare talent—from frontline roles to executive leadership—when the stakes are highest.
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RPI + Westchester County Networking Event
Westchester County and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Leadership (RPI) recently announced a new strategic partnership to benefit you. Learn about the top-tier STEM education and workforce development programs available to Westchester County professionals on Wednesday, June 18, at 6 PM at Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. in Elmsford.
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United Hebrew Training Next Gen Nurses in Senior Care
Rita Mabli, President & CEO of United Hebrew, is featured in McKnight’s Senior Living with a thought-provoking OpEd on the organization's innovative nurse training affiliation program, which gives students early exposure to skilled nursing and geriatric care. Her message is clear: workforce development must begin before graduation. By opening doors to future nurses, United Hebrew is not only enhancing care for its residents, but also helping to build a stronger, more compassionate healthcare workforce nationwide.
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Westchester County's Element 46 Tech Accelerator Demo Day
Connect with the local tech startup community on June 12, when 11 of the County’s innovative tech founders will pitch their ventures at the Element 46 Tech Accelerator Powered by QUAY Acceleration’s Spring 2025 Demo Day.
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Simone Wins BOMA Award for Yonkers Medical Hub
Simone Development won the 2025 BOMA Westchester Signature Award for "Curb Appeal and Common Areas" at One Executive Blvd. in Yonkers. The transformed 134,000 sq. ft. building anchors the North Yonkers Medical Mile, offering a modern, patient-focused design. Congrats to the Simone team—and all fellow honorees!
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Local Scientist Honored for Alzheimer's Breakthrough
Congrats to Dr. Jeannette Mahoney, Westchester Biosciences Accelerator alum, named a finalist in the 2025 NIA Start-Up Challenge. Her work targets aging and Alzheimer’s-related disease-advanced solutions for a healthier future. This national recognition showcases Westchester’s role in driving innovation in bioscience and supporting breakthrough research.

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