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The Leading EDGE Awards are just one month away! Join us for an inspiring evening of networking, dinner, and recognition...
10/16/2026

The Leading EDGE Awards are just one month away! Join us for an inspiring evening of networking, dinner, and recognition as we celebrate the people and businesses that make the Mohawk Valley an exceptional place to live.

This year’s Leading EDGE Awards will be held on Monday, November 16, at Turning Stone Resort Casino, inside the Grand Ballroom. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour, followed by a dedicated networking period from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., and dinner beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Get your ticket today! Seats are limited.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-leading-edge-awards-tickets-1996462826056

For table purchases or sponsorship opportunities, contact Corinne Ciaccia at [email protected] or call (315) 356-5504 to receive a full list of sponsorship opportunities and table pricing

Chief of Staff Marc Barraco represented our organization as a panelist at this year’s SEMICON West conference in San Fra...
10/16/2026

Chief of Staff Marc Barraco represented our organization as a panelist at this year’s SEMICON West conference in San Francisco. During the session, “America’s Next Fabs: Building Capacity in Real Time,” panelists explored the people, planning, and coordination required to move major semiconductor projects forward. The conversation highlighted the many factors that go into developing a successful site and building the capacity needed to support the industry’s continued growth.

We are proud to have had the Mohawk Valley represented at SEMICON West and to see Marc contribute to an important discussion about the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

Congratulations, Marc, on this well-deserved honor. Your knowledge, leadership, and strong presentation made you a valuable voice on the panel and continue to make you a tremendous asset to our organization.

For more than a decade, public and private partners have worked together to establish the Marcy Nanocenter as one of the...
10/09/2026

For more than a decade, public and private partners have worked together to establish the Marcy Nanocenter as one of the nation's premier semiconductor development sites. Announcements such as this reinforce the importance of those efforts and demonstrate the growing strategic significance of the semiconductor ecosystem taking shape in our region.

We look forward to Wolfspeed's continued success and the opportunities this investment creates for our workforce, our communities, and America's technological competitiveness.

Last week, our Senior Economic Development Planner, Jeff Rehler, presented alongside Heather Devitt of Mohawk Valley Eco...
10/05/2026

Last week, our Senior Economic Development Planner, Jeff Rehler, presented alongside Heather Devitt of Mohawk Valley Economic Development District, Inc. and Natalie Francesco of NJIT TAB at the Upstate New York Brownfield Symposium. During the presentation, Jeff introduced one of our brownfield sites to a panel of experts and the audience, highlighting the project’s potential, progress, and challenges. Afterward, we discussed the site in greater depth with the panel and audience.

This was more than a presentation; it was a collaborative effort among industry leaders to share ideas, help one another, and build connections. There is no manual for solving many of the challenges that arise in economic development. Cleaning up legacy brownfield sites requires people to work together, exchange ideas, and pursue the greater good collectively.

We were thrilled to attend this event with both old and new friends. Collaboration across upstate New York is stronger than ever, and we are ready to build on that momentum. Thank you to BCONE - Brownfield Coalition of the Northeast for hosting us in the Salt City. We look forward to more great events in the future.

EDGE was proud to be part of the steel topping ceremony for the new MetLife building, located on the site formerly known...
09/23/2026

EDGE was proud to be part of the steel topping ceremony for the new MetLife building, located on the site formerly known as the “Parachute Shop.”

A steel topping, or “topping-off,” ceremony is a construction tradition in which the final steel beam of a building is painted white and signed by those involved in the project. It also provides an opportunity to recognize and thank the construction crews, organizations, and community partners who helped make the project a reality. EDGE is proud to be one of those partners.

The original structure was built in 1958 and operated as a parachute shop until 1993, when it closed as part of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process. The building was demolished within the past year to make way for an impressive new 102,000-square-foot, three-story facility that will become home to MetLife.

To see this brownfield site transformed from an underutilized property at the Griffiss Business and Technology Park into a modern facility that will support a thriving company is nothing short of remarkable. This transformation represents exactly what Mohawk Valley EDGE stands for: growth, investment, and a stronger Mohawk Valley.

Congratulations to MetLife, Bonacio, the City of Rome, GLDC, OCIDA, and all the elected officials and community partners who contributed to making this project possible. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to seeing another outstanding addition to the Griffiss Business and Technology Park take shape.

We are proud to announce this year’s winners of the Leading EDGE Awards! Congratulations to Bartell Machinery Systems, B...
09/16/2026

We are proud to announce this year’s winners of the Leading EDGE Awards! Congratulations to Bartell Machinery Systems, Black River Systems Company, and George's Farm Products, Inc.

Since their inception in 1998, the Leading EDGE Awards have recognized businesses throughout the Mohawk Valley that are leading the way in their industries, strengthening our regional economy, and helping shape the future of our community. This event provides an opportunity to showcase some of the incredible companies we are proud to work with, share their stories, and celebrate their continued success, growth, and impact.

We invite you to join us for an evening of networking, dinner, and recognition as we celebrate these outstanding local businesses. This year’s Leading EDGE Awards will be held on Monday, November 16, at Turning Stone Resort Casino, inside the Grand Ballroom. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour, followed by a dedicated networking period from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., and dinner beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Get your ticket today! Seats are limited. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996462826056?aff=oddtdtcreator

For table purchases or sponsorship opportunities, contact Corinne Ciaccia at [email protected] or call (315) 356-5504 to receive a full list of sponsorship opportunities and table pricing.

Due to a scheduling conflict, this year's Leading EDGE Awards have been rescheduled to November 16 and will be held in t...
08/31/2026

Due to a scheduling conflict, this year's Leading EDGE Awards have been rescheduled to November 16 and will be held in the Grand Ballroom at Turning Stone Resort Casino.

If you have already purchased tickets, tables, or sponsorships, your purchase will remain valid for the new event date.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your previously purchased tickets, tables, or sponsorships, please contact Corinne Ciaccia at [email protected] or call (315) 356-5504.

Mohawk Valley EDGE invites you to enjoy an evening of networking, dinner, and recognition as we honor three outstanding local businesses and present the prestigious Christopher Destito Award to an exceptional regional leader. Guests will also enjoy a photo booth experience, receive a special locally crafted artisan gift, and celebrate with the business and community leaders who continue to drive the Mohawk Valley's success.

Get your ticket today! Seats are limited. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996462826056?aff=oddtdtcreator

For table purchases or sponsorship opportunities, contact Corinne Ciaccia at [email protected] or call (315) 356-5504 to receive a full list of sponsorship opportunities and table pricing.

Calling all New York small business owners!Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its f...
08/26/2026

Calling all New York small business owners!

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is now accepting applications for its first statewide cohort in New York. This no-cost program helps entrepreneurs gain practical business skills, access expert advisors, and build a powerful network of peers across the country.

📈 70% of alumni grow revenue and 50% create new jobs within 18 months of graduating.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!

👉 Apply now: https://www.goldmansachs.com/community-impact/10000-small-businesses/us/news-and-program-information/growing-with-rural-america

This week, Chobani sat down with community members and business leaders to provide an update on its dairy processing pla...
08/13/2026

This week, Chobani sat down with community members and business leaders to provide an update on its dairy processing plant. During the meeting, Chobani’s leadership team, including Kevin Burns, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Nishant Roy, Chief Communications and Impact Officer, stood beside Oneida County Executive Tony Picente and City of Rome Mayor Jeff Lanigan to address community leaders directly about the state of the project and what to expect in the future.

The message was clear: Chobani is coming to Rome, and the project continues to move forward every day. Construction on the facility is expected to begin between spring 2027 and summer 2028, marking an important step for one of the region’s most anticipated economic development projects. The facility will be completed in three phases and is projected to bring more than the originally planned 1,000 jobs to the site, creating a significant opportunity for Rome, Oneida County, and the broader Mohawk Valley.

These are exciting times for Rome and the Mohawk Valley. EDGE remains committed to supporting Chobani and all our partners as we continue to grow together. We are grateful to Chobani for providing clear, transparent updates to our partners and the community, and each update adds to the excitement surrounding the project’s continued progress.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched its Critical Suppliers Prize Competition, offering up to $20 m...
08/10/2026

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched its Critical Suppliers Prize Competition, offering up to $20 million in prize awards to help small businesses expand production capacity in key supply chain sectors critical to America's economic and national security. Awards of up to $6 million may be available for companies that can rapidly scale operations and deliver measurable impacts.

Priority areas include:
✅ Advanced Metals Manufacturing
✅ Advanced Materials Manufacturing
✅ Energy Systems, Energetics & Components

This opportunity is specifically geared toward established, execution-ready manufacturers that can demonstrate increased production capacity or operational efficiencies within six months. Applications are due August 28, 2026.

🔗 Learn more and apply here:
https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/priorities/sba-initiatives/critical-suppliers-prize-competition/

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