WCA in the News

Welcome Home Westchester (WHW), a multi-stakeholder pro-housing advocacy effort, announced the release of its Housing Policy Scorecards for all 43 cities, towns, and villages in the county at Pelham Village Hall on Friday, December 12.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated Italian American Heritage Month on Monday night with a ceremony recognizing two exceptional honorees: Michael N. Romita, President and CEO of Westchester County Association, champion for Westchester’s economic development and environmental sustainability and Paula Miritello, founder and director of My Brother Vinny, a nonprofit organization that provides furnishings for formerly homeless U.S. veterans.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during an appearance at the Westchester County Association’s (WCA) Toasting to a Healthy Westchester event at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown called on health care providers to do more with artificial intelligence.

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The Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester County, and The STEM Alliance recently hosted the second annual CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference, bringing together business, government, nonprofit, and education leaders to explore how artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and digital inclusion can power the region’s economy and create a more equitable, resilient future.

“We are in the midst of a new era, one that promises to redefine how we work, live, and grow,” Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said when opening the conference titled CONVERGE: Hudson Valley Digital Innovation Conference.

A joint economic study produced by the Westchester County Association (WCA) and the Regional Plan Association (RPA) says that if Westchester fails to address its growing shortfall in housing it could lose from 8,400 to 12,000 jobs annually, lose from $333 million to $742 million in annual earnings and lose from $32 billion to $57 billion in Gross Domestic Product by 2040.

RYE -- Despite recent growth in housing developments, Westchester still faces a pressing need for more housing. A new study by the Westchester County Association and Regional Plan Association warns that the housing shortfall could lead to job losses — unless municipalities act to promote housing.

The U.S. House of Representatives has advanced a plan to slash about $700 billion from Medicaid over the next ten years. Not only would major cuts to Medicaid harm the health of New Yorkers, but they would also ravage healthcare providers and undermine the state’s economy.

The health care industry is entrenched as a backbone of Westchester's economy. With the rapid expansion of hospitals and health care facilities, thousands of new jobs are expected to be created in the coming years. Health care jobs are generally competitive and well-paying. Yet, many remain unfilled.

Westchester County Association (WCA) brought together nearly 300 regional leaders in commercial and residential real estate, as well as government and planning officials and community organizations, for its 3rd Annual Real Estate Summit

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (January 10, 2019) – Westchester County Executive George Latimer this morning at the Westchester County Association Breakfast signed signed a 99-year lease agreement for the North 60 project. The agreement for the county-owned land is the key to the development of a $1.2 billion biotech project on the Grasslands Reservation in Valhalla.

The Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester’s most powerful economic development organization, has embarked on a search for a new leader to succeed longtime president and CEO William Mooney Jr., a giant in the region’s business and banking communities whose storied career has spanned more than 50 years.

To better reflect its policy- and action-oriented identity, the Westchester County Association (WCA) today unveiled its first major brand realignment since it was founded in 1950.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer, Congresswoman Nita Lowey, and the WCA announce the 300th job placement for a federally-funded workforce program.

The WCA calls for statewide implementation of five measures designed to rein in ever-rising insurance costs and increase the efficiency of our healthcare delivery system.

Over 250 business and municipal leaders gathered to address the future of commercial and residential real estate in Westchester.

The Westchester County Association issued a call for much-needed reforms to New York State’s outdated land use regulations: a move intended to bolster smart growth across the county.

The Westchester County Association hosted a candid conversation with 37th State Senate District hopefuls: Democrat Shelley Mayer and Republican Julie Killian Wednesday.

America’s Chronic Condition: The Rising Cost of Your Healthcare was held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Tarrytown, NY as part of the WCA's ongoing All Access Healthcare Series.

WCA’s Christopher B. Fisher of Cuddy & Feder LLP has been named to The Tech Capital’s Legal 50: Class of 2025. This honor recognizes his leadership in digital infrastructure, broadband, and economic development, and his impactful service as the incoming Chair of the Westchester County Association.

Pace University has appointed Alison Carr-Chellman, Ph.D., as provost and executive vice president beginning January 2026. A nationally recognized scholar and academic leader, she brings extensive experience in innovation, student success, and institutional transformation, previously leading major growth and equity initiatives at the University of Dayton and other institutions.

Congratulations to our WCA members recognized by 914INC. in the 2025 Women in Business Awards. We proudly celebrate Jennifer Bello of White Plains Hospital/Montefiore, Andrea Cefarelli of New York Blood Center Enterprises, and Tara Ritchie of NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester for their exceptional leadership and achievements.

ENT & Allergy Associates is entering Texas through a new partnership with Houston ENT & Allergy, forming ENTA–TX. This strategic expansion brings ENTA’s physician-led model to a fourth state, enhancing access to comprehensive ENT, allergy, and audiology care while supporting independent practices with national-scale resources

New Jersey Blood Services, a division of NYBC, opened a new state-of-the-art donor center in Freehold, expanding New Jersey’s access to both whole blood and platelet donation. This milestone strengthens the region’s blood supply, thanks to the support of local officials, healthcare leaders, and community partners committed to saving lives.

Westchester County's partnership with RPI is delivering world-class STEM education straight to our residents and giving local employers the technical talent they've been asking for. It accelerates a key County priority: bringing premier engineering and applied science programs right here to Westchester

United Hebrew is helping to protect seniors from financial scams and fraud by hosting an educational panel on December 10, with experts from law enforcement, banking, and eldercare, who will share the latest tactics used by scammers and practical steps that families can take to safeguard loved ones.

Connect with the local tech startup community on December 2, when 10 of the County’s innovative tech founders will pitch their ventures at the Element 46 Tech Accelerator Powered by QUAY Acceleration’s Fall 2025 Demo Day.

Burke Rehabilitation’s Dr. Sharon Bushi has been awarded the prestigious Tactile Medical Cancer Rehabilitation Research Award. The $10,000 grant supports her research to improve rehabilitation outcomes for people facing cancer-related disabilities, especially individuals living longer with metastatic cancer.

Iona University’s M.S. in Healthcare Leadership & Innovation prepares students to thrive in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. The program blends leadership, design thinking, and technology with ethical innovation. A capstone project allows students to apply knowledge and creativity to design solutions for real-world healthcare challenges.