Lauren Andersen, University Associate Provost, Careers and Industry Partnerships, City University of New York: I’d like to welcome James Lovey. He’s the Vice President for Investments at Company Ventures, which is an NYC-based venture capital firm. He has supported tech-driven startups and has for many years run an internship program together with CUNY and his team,…
Governor Kathy Hochul was honored at a civic reception by the Kerry County Council in Ireland, recognizing her as New York’s first Irish American governor in nearly four decades. During her visit, she focused on economic development, signing an MOU to boost entrepreneurship and announcing a $50 million investment by Niacet to enhance New York’s…
Governor Hochul unveiled 17 transformative projects for Long Island through the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward programs, allocating $19 million for development in Huntington Station, City of Long Beach, and Village of Lindenhurst. These projects aim to enhance downtown areas by improving housing, public spaces, and pedestrian connectivity, fostering economic growth, and enriching…
Governor Hochul has announced a significant $50 million investment into New York State’s Canal system, aimed at ensuring its safety, operability, and contribution to tourism and economic activity, particularly in preparation for the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025. This funding will support critical infrastructure projects along the waterway, including the rehabilitation of century-old water-impounding structures,…
Governor Kathy Hochul has established a partnership between Empire State Development, Ireland’s Guinness Enterprise Centre, and Furthr to promote innovation and collaboration between businesses in New York and Ireland, formalized in a memorandum of understanding signed during her visit to Ireland. This partnership underscores the commitment to fostering a modern, 21st-century economy in both regions…
Governor Hochul, representing New York and the U.S. Climate Alliance, signed the Planetary Protocol for Climate Change Resilience at the Vatican Climate Conference, emphasizing the global need for urgent action to address the climate crisis and protect vulnerable communities. New York’s climate agenda, including ambitious targets for emission reductions and significant clean energy investments, underscores…
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