Investment-Led Regional Transformation

Provides direct support to newly formed companies in Western New York that demonstrate potential for rapid growth, helping them scale and succeed.

Funds the Western New York Technology Development Center, Inc. to stimulate the growth and creation of dynamic companies in the region.

Provides reimbursement grants of up to $20,000 to homeowners in North Tonawanda and Lockport for critical repairs such as roofs, chimneys, windows, HVAC, and electrical systems to prevent residential deterioration.

Manages the review and selection process for industrial businesses in Niagara County seeking access to low-cost hydropower, including facilitating allocations of up to 10 megawatts for qualifying projects such as Dimensional Energy and Broda Machine.

Oversees brownfield cleanup, assessment, and planning activities, securing $5.2 million in funding in 2024 to revitalize contaminated sites for future economic use.

Manages a matching grant program offering up to $50,000 to local manufacturers for equipment purchases, supporting post-pandemic recovery and modernization, as demonstrated by support for ADJ Machining.

Runs a grant program that funds improvements to the business climate and physical environment in Niagara County communities, supporting local economic vitality.

Leading the development of a 60-acre business park in collaboration with the Niagara County IDA and local government to expand commercial and industrial opportunities.

Collaborated on nine leaseback projects in 2024 that leveraged $147,383,439 in private capital investment, resulting in 212 new jobs and 131 retained jobs.

Awards grants to support the establishment and growth of microbusinesses in Niagara County or those planning to relocate there, fostering local entrepreneurship.

Delivers a range of programs—such as financing, tax incentive coordination, and job training—to stimulate economic development and job creation in Niagara County.

Runs a recurring Business Growth & Retention Program and hosts regular business workshop series to support enterprise development and sustainability in Niagara County.

Provides gap financing through a revolving loan fund to qualified economic development initiatives in Niagara County, supporting private investment and job creation.

Hosts an annual forum to connect and support local agribusiness stakeholders, providing free access to promote broad participation across the agricultural community.

Markets Niagara County as a freshwater fishing destination and promotes additional outdoor recreational activities such as kayaking, disc golf, and bird watching to boost local tourism.

Offers planning expertise and technical assistance to municipalities, organizations, and citizens in Niagara County to support orderly growth and development through project design and implementation.

Offers targeted support to growing businesses in Niagara County to help them scale sustainably, including strategic planning and operational guidance.

Participates in public forums such as the r-House radio show to discuss and promote regional tech development and talent recruitment efforts in Western New York.