Coolest Thing Made in New York

The Coolest Thing Made in New York competition highlights the state's vibrant manufacturing industry and its products, as well as the many career opportunities available in the manufacturing sector. 

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Events

September 08, 2026

Procurement Committee Luncheon

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September 23-25, 2026

2026 Annual Meeting

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October 27-28, 2026

2026 Energy and Environment Conference

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FY 2027 New York State Budget
2026 State of the State Summary
2026 Legislative Advocacy Agenda
Coalitions & Sign On Letters
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NEWS CENTER

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Aug
2026
Maureen O’Brien Named 2026 Father Peter Young Award Recipient 
Maureen O’Brien Named 2026 Father Peter Young Award Recipient  President & CEO of NYSID Embodies Father Young’s Services  ALBANY, NY – Maureen O’Brien, President & CEO of New York State Industries for the Disabled (NYSID), has been named the 2026 recipient of the Father Peter Young Award by The Business Council of New York State, Inc
24
Aug
2026
The Business Council of New York State Announces Round of 8 in the Third Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest
The Business Council of New York State Announces Round of 8 in the Third Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest  Annual Contest Raises Awareness about New York's Hard-Working Manufacturers and Products Made  Public Voting Will Determine Winner   ALBANY, NY - The Business Council of New York State Inc
05
Aug
2026
The Business Council of New York State Announces Voting to Open Monday for the Third Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest
The Business Council of New York State Announces Voting to Open Monday for the Third Annual “Coolest Thing Made in New York" Contest Annual Contest Raises Awareness about New York's Hard-Working Manufacturers and Products Made Public Voting Will Determine Winner  ALBANY, NY - The Business Council of New York State Inc
04
Aug
2026
The Business Council of New York State, Inc. Names Steven A. Smith Jr. as Director of Communications
The Business Council of New York State Names Steven A. Smith Jr. as Director of Communications ALBANY, N.Y. — The Business Council of New York State today announced that Steven A. Smith Jr. has joined the Council as director of communications, bringing more than a decade of experience in public and media relations and crisis management to the role
14
Jul
2026
Governor George E. Pataki to Receive The Business Council Corning Award for Excellence
Governor George E. Pataki to Receive The Business Council Corning Award for Excellence Annual Award to be presented at The Business Council Annual Meeting   ALBANY – Former Governor George E. Pataki has been named recipient of the 2026 Corning Award for Excellence by The Business Council of New York State, Inc

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