Today, Empire State Development honors the fallen heroes who gave their lives for our freedom and remember the families who share in their sacrifice—their courage makes possible the prosperity and opportunity we build across New York. #MemorialDay
About us
Empire State Development (ESD) is New York’s chief economic development agency. The mission of Empire State Development is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing and other forms of assistance. ESD also oversees the marketing of “I LOVE NY,” the State’s iconic tourism brand (www.iloveny.com) & NYLovesFim New York State's Film, TV & Commercial Incentives (www.nylovesfilm.com) Empire State Development is the parent organization of the New York State Department of Economic Development & the Empire State Development Corporation. For more information on Empire State Development, visit www.esd.ny.gov.
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http://www.esd.ny.gov
External link for Empire State Development
- Industry
- Economic Programs
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1968
- Specialties
- Economic Development, Business Attraction, Small Business Assistance, MWBE Assistance, International Business Attraction, New York State, Film & TV, Tourism, Tax Incentives, and I LOVE NY
Locations
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633 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017, US
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625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12245, US
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95 Perry Street
Buffalo, NY 14203-3030, US
Employees at Empire State Development
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Deidre Aukburg Chuckrow
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Sharon Rutter
Sr. Director, Fund of Funds, NY Ventures. Launched and managing 3 Fund of Funds totaling $57M & 120 portfolio companies
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Jennifer Tegan
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David Alden Contreras Turley
Director of Tourism, Industry Relations at the New York State Division of Tourism - I LOVE NY
Updates
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📍Register for the Central New York REDC Consolidated Funding Application Information Sessions! Join this week, virtual 💻or in-person🗣️, to learn about available funding in Round XV of the REDC initiative! RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mw8cXp
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🍷 With 400+ wineries & 11 distinct wine regions, New York is a premier destination for wine lovers. This #NationalWineDay, raise a glass to local flavor—whether you're a connoisseur or just curious. #DrinkNY More: https://bit.ly/43uLVjM
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Celebrate #NationalRoadTripDay with a drive to one of New York’s breathtaking state parks. Nature’s calling—and the road is the way there. 🌲🚘 Plan your trip today with I LOVE NY: https://bit.ly/44TsFPy
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Now open at Canalside in Buffalo: Waterway of Change, a powerful new exhibit exploring the complex legacies of the Erie Canal through immersive media, historic artifacts, and diverse perspectives. Announced today by Governor Hochul, the exhibit is a part of the 2025 Bicentennial Commemoration of the Erie Canal. Visitors can experience the transformation of Buffalo’s waterfront and its impact on the region, past and present, at the Longshed in Buffalo.
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🏢➡️🏠 From vacant offices to vibrant housing in the heart of NYC: Under Governor Kathy Hochul's leadership, 5 Times Square will be converting nearly 1 million square feet of office space into up to 1,250 new homes, including over 300 affordable units! https://lnkd.in/eKfrS_PP
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Over $50 million was awarded to more than 50 Restore New York projects that will support new community development. Announced today by Governor Kathy Hochul, these strategic investments will reduce blight, attract new investment, and revitalize vacant and underused properties statewide. More: https://bit.ly/4ka61XU
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Hope Knight joined Governor Kathy Hochul to launch the $400M Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) initiative to revitalize Downtown Albany. This funding will support transformational projects that breathe new life into the Capital City. More: https://bit.ly/3Zoq1NR
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Micro Bird is NYSEDC’s Project of the Year! With ESD performance-based tax incentives and grant support totaling $12.3M, this bus manufacturer will establish a $30M operation in Plattsburgh that will keep hundreds of jobs in the North Country. More: https://bit.ly/3YXAQqd
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