Empire State Development@EmpireStateDev

New York State's chief #economic development agency. Social Media Use Policy: on.ny.gov/1AfUigW

 New York State
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Joined July 2009
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From major processing projects to next-gen R&D and small business support, strategic investments are moo-ving New York's dairy ecosystem forward. 🐄 ESD Commissioner Hope Knight joined the Northeast Dairy Conference to discuss the tools helping dairy businesses expand & thrive.
ESD Commissioner Hope Knight with Executive Director at Northeast Dairy Foods & Suppliers Associations, Alex Walsh at the 2026 Northeast Dairy Conference.

ALT ESD Commissioner Hope Knight with Executive Director at Northeast Dairy Foods & Suppliers Associations, Alex Walsh at the 2026 Northeast Dairy Conference.

ESD Commissioner Hope Knight speaking at the 2026 Northeast Dairy Conference.

ALT ESD Commissioner Hope Knight speaking at the 2026 Northeast Dairy Conference.
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💊 IMA Life North America has completed its $30M expansion in Tonawanda! The 80,000-square-foot facility will boost production of pharmaceutical freeze-drying equipment and support 70 new jobs, backed by up to $1.1M from ESD. bit.ly/4rreBFX

Governor Hochul Celebrates Completion of IMA Life North America’s $30 Million Expansion Project in...

Governor Hochul announced that manufacturing company IMA Life North America has completed its $30 million, 120,000-square-foot facility in Tonawanda to increase its production of freeze-drying...

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🏈🏒🥍 Science meets sports at the @buffaloscience! The new $3M Science Stadium explores performance, sports medicine, technology and fandom. ESD supported the interactive exhibit with a $550K WNY Regional Council capital grant. bit.ly/4rtopzn
Young boys interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science. One boy is pushing buttons on a wall that lights up while two boys look on.

ALT Young boys interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science. One boy is pushing buttons on a wall that lights up while two boys look on.

Three children interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science.

ALT Three children interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science.

Children interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science. One child in the forefront is kicking up his leg while interacting with the exhibit.

ALT Children interacting with the new Science Stadium exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science. One child in the forefront is kicking up his leg while interacting with the exhibit.

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🌎 New York and Lithuania are strengthening economic ties 🤝 A new partnership will expand trade, investment and collaboration in fintech, cybersecurity, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, photonics, clean energy and more. Learn more: on.ny.gov/46KC3Vh
ESD Commissioner Hope Knight and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys hold the signed MoU's together.

ALT ESD Commissioner Hope Knight and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys hold the signed MoU's together.

A group photo of ESD and Consulate staff with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys and ESD Commissioner Hope Knight.

ALT A group photo of ESD and Consulate staff with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys and ESD Commissioner Hope Knight.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys and ESD Commissioner Hope Knight talking and laughing together before the signing of the MoU.

ALT Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania Kęstutis Budrys and ESD Commissioner Hope Knight talking and laughing together before the signing of the MoU.
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🏙️ A long-vacant Mott Haven building will become the nearly $42M HEArts Center, bringing health, education, arts and workforce programs under one roof. ESD is supporting the community hub with a $2.5M Regional Council Capital Fund grant. on.ny.gov/4hhyBGs

Governor Hochul Announces Transformation of Long-Vacant South Bronx Building Into New HEArts...

Governor Hochul announced the redevelopment of the long-vacant former Lincoln Recovery Center in Mott Haven into the new HEArts Center, a nearly $44.6 million community hub that will expand access to...

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🍂 It’s Autumn in New York and that means beautiful foliage drawing in millions of visitors, boosting small businesses, hospitality & tourism statewide. Scenic drives, farms, wineries & festivals make fall a season of bounty and growth. Schedule your trip: iloveny.com/blog/post/things…

Things to Do and Trip Ideas for Fall in New York State

Fall is an incredible time in New York, thanks to numerous festivals, breathtaking nature, pumpkin-picking (or chucking), and more! Learn how to make the most of the season before winter’s chill is...

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Women entrepreneurs and business leaders are creating jobs, growing companies and strengthening communities across New York. 💼 This #BusinessWomensDay, we celebrate the women helping move New York’s economy forward.
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🏗️ Albany’s Central Warehouse is coming down! With the final demolition phases underway, the 11-story eyesore will make way for a 1.1-acre investment-ready site—building on @GovKathyHochul’s $400M CAP initiative to revitalize Downtown Albany. on.ny.gov/4yOOs6v

Governor Hochul and County Executive McCoy Announce Final Demolition Phases Begin on Albany's...

Governor Hochul and Albany County Executive McCoy announced that the final phases of demolition are underway on Central Warehouse, a long-vacant, decaying 11-story concrete structure prominently...

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NYS MWBE Division celebrates 🎉National Hispanic Heritage Month. We encourage you to join us to learn about community resources that are available to our MWBE community statewide. 🗓 9-21-2026 ⏱️ 1pm-2pm 📍 Zoom, RSVP: tinyurl.com/526s4cvh
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✈️ GE Aerospace is investing $225M to modernize its Niskayuna Research Center and create at least 75 new jobs. With support from @GovKathyHochul and ESD, the project will advance aerospace innovation and strengthen the Capital Region’s economy. More: on.ny.gov/3T0BIdX
A drone capture image of the new GE Aerospace building.

ALT A drone capture image of the new GE Aerospace building.
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📣 Long Island small businesses: Join the NYS Small Business Tour! Connect with local leaders, explore funding opportunities and access free resources to help your business grow. 📅 Oct. 2 | 8:30 AM–12 PM 📍 Farmingdale State College RSVP: bit.ly/477CetQ
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Access to capital starts with getting the numbers right. Join Surety Bond Associates during our Bid Ready Webinar on 9/23 to explore financial management best practices that can help contractors strengthen their finances & access capital to grow. Register: bit.ly/46QGUV7
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🌊 What’s next for Buffalo’s waterfront? @GovKathyHochul has selected MKSK to lead Canalside – The Next Wave, shaping a new vision for Canalside, the Cobblestone District & KeyBank Center corridor — with public input helping guide the way. on.ny.gov/4h3a4pW

Governor Hochul Announces Launch of ‘Canalside: The Next Wave’ to Develop a Strategic Vision for...

Governor Hochul announced the selection of urban planning and design firm MKSK to lead the development of “Canalside: The Next Wave,” a strategic vision for the future of Buffalo’s waterfront...

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📣 Get There Green! is coming up! New York State’s annual green transportation event is taking place September 20 – 27 and you can make a difference by using a more sustainable form of transportation for at least one of your trips that week. Learn more: on.ny.gov/gtg
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💼 The next era of NY entrepreneurship starts here! Join us Oct. 21 at Civic Hall for the 2026 EAC Conference—connecting entrepreneurs with tools and resources for capital, growth, AI and more. 🎟️ Registration is FREE: bit.ly/4cT7P65
A teal backgrounded image with a photo of New York City on the left, on the right from top to bottom in white text the graphic states: "2026 Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers Annual Conference, (subtext:) The Next Era of New York Entrepreneurship"; Wednesday, October 21; Civic Hall New York, NY, Free to Attend, Funding - expert guidance - practical tools - connections" With the ESD logo rounding out the bottom of it.

ALT A teal backgrounded image with a photo of New York City on the left, on the right from top to bottom in white text the graphic states: "2026 Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers Annual Conference, (subtext:) The Next Era of New York Entrepreneurship"; Wednesday, October 21; Civic Hall New York, NY, Free to Attend, Funding - expert guidance - practical tools - connections" With the ESD logo rounding out the bottom of it.
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🗽👗 New York is a global fashion capital and we’re working to make the industry more inclusive. With 1 in 4 New Yorkers living with a disability, the forthcoming Adaptive Clothing Grant Program will help advance fashionable, functional & inclusive design. on.ny.gov/3UPePe3

During New York Fashion Week, Governor Hochul Spotlights New York’s Efforts to Advance Adaptive...

Governor Hochul highlighted New York State’s efforts to advance adaptive fashion for people with disabilities, including the forthcoming Adaptive Clothing Grant Program through the state’s Fashion...

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🐾 The @GuideDogFdn & @AmericasVetDogs broke ground on a new 30,000-sq-ft Smithtown center, supported by a $1M ESD grant, to expand their life-changing work for people with disabilities. 🦮💙 More: on.ny.gov/4y1G7fGor
A photo of the groundbreaking for the new puppy development & visitor center, state and local leaders joined members of two nonprofits, and one very good puppy, for this momentous occassion.

ALT A photo of the groundbreaking for the new puppy development & visitor center, state and local leaders joined members of two nonprofits, and one very good puppy, for this momentous occassion.

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📢 Thursday, 9/17: Tune into the Empire State Development Directors Meeting via webcast at 9:30am. Review the agenda & related materials: on.ny.gov/46Y6Iyq
A photo of the Empire State Development board room covered 2/3rds in transparent teal. The copy running down the image states: "Board Meeting, Empire State Development Board of Directors" rounded out by the Empire State Development logo on the bottom.

ALT A photo of the Empire State Development board room covered 2/3rds in transparent teal. The copy running down the image states: "Board Meeting, Empire State Development Board of Directors" rounded out by the Empire State Development logo on the bottom.
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16 startups have been selected from 670 applications to compete in the final @43North Semi-Finals! On Oct. 7, they’ll take the stage in Buffalo for a shot at five $1M investments. on.ny.gov/4h8xvgh

Governor Hochul Announces 15 Startups Selected as Semi-finalists for Final 43North Competition in...

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💻 Data centers should deliver for the communities that host them. New York’s new framework recommends at least $1M in community investment per megawatt of power demand, supporting local infrastructure, housing, workforce training & more. 🏗️ on.ny.gov/4y422TC

Governor Hochul Announces Strongest Community Investment Framework in the Nation to Protect...

Governor Hochul announced the release of the nation’s first statewide Host Community Investment Framework for Data Center Development, delivering on a commitment made through Executive Order No. 62.

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