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These 5 Career Fields Are on the Rise in Westchester
In Westchester County, there are a number of career fields that are likely to see considerable growth in the coming years. Let’s take a look at the increasingly prosperous healthcare, financial services, clean energy, life sciences, and construction industries in Westchester.
Aug 22, 2023
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Renewable energy infrastructure means economic progress and a cleaner future for Westchester
A major new infrastructure project called Clean Path NY, currently seeking Public Service Commission approval, will change our current trajectory, improve our economy, and move us towards climate neutrality. It deserves our support.
Aug 16, 2023
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Clean Energy Careers Can Make a Difference in Westchester
"There's going to be a tremendous need for more talent in the clean-energy sector. And there's going to have to be re-skilling and up-skilling in order to service the new energy economy." -- Michael Romita, President and CEO, Westchester County Association
Jul 9, 2023
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The Healthcare Industry is Thriving in Westchester County
"Every time we fill a job, it not only benefits the individual but also their family, the community, and the employer. Plus it boosts economic development in the region." - Jason Chapin, Director of Workforce Development, Westchester County Association
Jul 8, 2023
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These Internship Opportunities Are Trending in Westchester
“If you are attending a local college, it’s great to get exposure with local employers,” notes Chapin. “Internships help students develop skills and learn whether or not they like an organization and the kind of work they do.”
Jun 20, 2023
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WCA and Law School Convene Sustainable Management Business Conference
Business, nonprofit and government lead­ers attended the WCA's second annual Sustainable Business Conference hosted in partnership with Pace University's Elis­abeth Haub School of Law in White Plains.
Jun 12, 2023
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Suburbs still ready to pitch in on housing
When Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the details of her plan to build 800,000 new homes in New York over the next decade, the crux of which would have been state requirements for the suburbs to increase production, pro-development groups in the area were thrilled to see the housing shortage finally get the attention they thought it deserved.
May 4, 2023
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Comprehensive housing reform for NY just pancaked- now what?
In the end, Albany’s failure to address New York’s housing crisis in this year’s budget should not come as a surprise.  Localism is deeply entrenched in our political system. 
May 3, 2023
These three NY budget issues will help cure healthcare's most pressing ailments | Opinion featured image.
These three NY budget issues will help cure healthcare's most pressing ailments | Opinion
Our health care providers continue to face difficult financial challenges for reasons magnified but not created by the pandemic.
Mar 15, 2023
What is Hochul thinking on housing in New York? Two visits to Westchester offer clues featured image.
What is Hochul thinking on housing in New York? Two visits to Westchester offer clues
When she announced in January a plan to kick off a building boom of housing across New York — 800,000 units in the next decade, even if it means going over the heads of reluctant zoning boards — Gov. Kathy Hochul had more than a few people wondering: What is she thinking?
Mar 8, 2023

Press Releases

Westchester County Association Appoints Three New Members to the Board of Directors
Joining the Board of Directors are Anthony Viceroy, CEO, WESTMED Medical Group, Marvin Krislov, president, Pace University, and Steven Parisi, vice president, Bronx/Westchester Electric Operations Consolidated Edison Company of New York.
Mar 19, 2018
Land Use Development Playbook Launched
The WCA launches an initiative with Pace University’s Land Use Law Center to design, validate and deploy land use policies and strategies to streamline and improve the planning, zoning and approval processes across municipalities in the county.
Feb 13, 2018
Photos: 67th Annual Fall Leadership Dinner
The Westchester County Association (WCA), Westchester’s preeminent business membership and advocacy organization, held its 67th Fall Leadership Dinner on Thursday, November 16 at the Westchester Marriott at 670 White Plains Road in Tarrytown.
Nov 21, 2017
George Latimer Makes First Appearance as County Executive
Incoming Westchester County Executive George Latimer addresses the Westchester County Association (WCA) at their 22nd annual breakfast event.
Nov 15, 2017
WCA Holds 67th Annual Fall Leadership Dinner
Westchester County Association holds 67th Annual Fall Leadership Dinner at Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown on November 16.
Oct 30, 2017
Region’s Top Healthcare Leaders and Key Strategists to Speak at Health Tech ’17 Conference
Health Tech ’17 will address the opioid crisis, cancer breakthroughs, telehealth and remote patient monitoring, and national healthcare policy as it relates to New York.
Aug 31, 2017
2017 Real Estate Summit – Transforming Westchester
The 2017 Real Estate Summit focuses on innovative planning for housing and commercial development, and the streamlining of cumbersome regulation so that projects can move at a pace that’s beneficial for municipalities and developers alike.
May 8, 2017
Westchester County Association Announces Partnership with Westchester Biotech Project
The Westchester County Association (WCA) announced its Community Partnership with the Westchester Biotech Project.
Apr 17, 2017

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