Growing a business requires time, planning, and the right resources. Membership in the Business Council brings all the elements of business growth together in one place:

504 Loans

Pursue second mortgage financing to purchase your own real estate or fixed assets under the SBA's 504 Loan Program, administered through The Business Council of Westchester.

Ambassadors' Club

Mentor new Business Council members to ensure they get maximum value from their membership and meet their business goals. More...

Annual Dinner

Mingle with the “who’s who” of the Westchester business community each October; hear about the Business Council’s plans to help your business grow, and absorb the insights of keynote speakers such as Steve Forbes, Harvey Weinstein, and 60 Minutes' Steve Kroft.

Business After Business

Make new contacts and solidify existing relationships during these informal networking events.

Business Hall of Fame

Nominate clients, prospects, vendors or your own business for this lifetime achievement award in the category of corporate citizenship, small business, entrepreneur, family business, or women in business; meet Westchester’s most successful business people at the awards dinner each spring. More...

Business Council Benefits Group (BCBG)

Obtain affordable, quality insurance products and services including health insurance, flexible benefits and payroll. With 35 different offerings for sole proprietors, small business and entrepreneurs, the Business Council Benefits Group has a plan for everyone. More...

Certificates of Origin

Receive discounts for export Certificates of Origin, export documentation letters, and other legal documents requiring Chamber of Commerce certification by foreign governments.

CLOUT!

Share, learn and collaborate with other mid-sized business owners in CLOUT!, The Business Council of Westchester’s executive collaborative. Inquire about CLOUT!

CLOUT! Key Leaders

Share, learn and collaborate with other senior level managers of mid-size businesses in this professionally facilitated program. Inquire about CLOUT! Key Leaders

Cruise N' Schmooze

Network aboard a luxury yacht cruising the Long Island Sound.

Holiday Blast

Celebrate with fellow members, meet new people and enrich existing relationships at this annual after-hours networking event.

Mega Mixer Business Expo

Exhibit at Westchester’s largest business tradeshow each spring and meet upwards of 1,000 potential customers. Restaurants, caterers and beverage vendors are invited to participate as Mega Samplers at no cost, and eco-friendly companies are highlighted in a special Green Aisle.

Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Make government your customer to increase sales and grow profits

Rising Stars

Meet Westchester’s 40 Under 40 - the young professionals who surpass expectations and set new standards for success - at an annual award ceremony; submit nominations to the Business Council each spring. More...

Rising Stars Alumni group

Develop relationships with fellow Rising Stars alumni through events and programs throughout the year.
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Small Business Council

Learn strategies to grow your business and share best practices with other business owners and managers; develop strong relationships and grow your business through referrals. Join the SBC.

Small Business Development Center

Discuss starting a business or improving the performance of an existing business in a free one-on-one counseling session with an SBDC Business Advisor.

Space Alliance Technology Outreach Program (SATOP)

Receive up to 40 hours of free technical assistance for qualified requests, utilizing the vast engineering expertise of NASA and participating space industry Alliance Partners.
For more information, visit http://www.spacetechsolutions.com.

Wage Subsidy

Let us help you to fill up to two entry level positions and get between $3,640 and $7,280 to assist with the employees’ training for three to six months.