The Business Council of New York State received the "2022 Excellence in Public Policy" award from the National Association of State Chambers (NASC). The award was presented at NASC's Annual Conference earlier this year in Las Vegas. Four Business Council staff members were on hand to receive the award, including President & CEO Heather Briccetti Mulligan, Executive Vice President Paul Zuber, Director of Communications Patrick Bailey and Director of Conference Development, Maribeth Riley
Statement on SUNY’s Appointment of John King
“John King is an exceptional choice to lead SUNY as its next Chancellor. Mr. King’s accomplished career in education and familiarity with New York State make him the perfect fit to lead the successful SUNY system into the future. With workforce development continuing to be a major focus for many of our members, The Business Council looks forward to a successful working relationship with the next Chancellor
Statement in Response to Election of Hakeem Jeffries as House Leader
“The Business Council applauds the historic election of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries as House Leader of the Democratic conference in Congress,” said Heather Briccetti Mulligan, President & CEO of The Business Council of New York State
"The Business Council does not believe the legislature should seek to categorically limit the growth and expansion of any business or sector in New York. We plan to further engage and help educate them regarding this industry and the benefits it provides to the local, regional, and state economy
Crystal Griffith Joins The Business Council’s Government Affairs Team
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State announced Wednesday, Crystal Griffith, has joined The Business Council of New York State as the Director of Workforce Development.
Ms. Griffith has an extensive and diverse background in both education and work experience related to her role in Workforce Development
“The Business Council does not support mandated minimum wage increases at this time as they generally do not help the people they are intended to help. Small businesses, in particular, are already saddled with high unemployment taxes and other state-imposed mandates that, when faced with higher wage mandates on top of it all, force them to make tough decisions that often time result in staff reductions
The Business Council of New York State Supports the Environmental Bond Act on the November Ballot
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State supports the proposed $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Bond Act, on the statewide ballot for New Yorker’s consideration on November 8th
The Business Council of New York State PAC Announces 2022 Political Endorsements
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State’s Political Action Committee (PAC) today released the following 2022 endorsements for New York State legislature and two state-wide offices.
Endorsements are based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s voting record, their engagement with The Business Council on issues important to our advocacy agenda, a candidate’s response to the PAC’s policy questionnaire, and their positions on key policy issues
The Business Council Applauds Governor Hochul for Signing MWBE Bill Package
Signed Bills Were Part of The Business Council’s MWBE Legislative Package Priority
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, on Thursday, applauded Governor Hochul for signing legislation that strengthens New York’s Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBE) programs
Mario Vazquez Joins The Business Council’s Government Affairs Team
ALBANY – The Business Council of New York State, announced Tuesday, Mario Vazquez, former Chief Administrator at Excelsior Advisors and previous Legislative Aide to Assemblymember Marcos Crespo, has joined The Business Council of New York State as the Assistant Director of Government Affairs