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Calero-MDSL opens new headquarters in Downtown Rochester
University Avenue in Rochester is the new home for Calero-MDSL. This technology expense management company recently opened the new facility, due to the highly skilled talent pool available throughout the region. In the new space, there is a modern, open look that gives staff a comfortable and safe place to work. Plus, there are new […]
GRE secures funding to expand small-business growth program
Greater Rochester Enterprise, the region’s lead economic development organization responsible for supporting business and job growth, is accepting applications for its newly expanded Economic Gardening program. The organization recently secured funding to expand the program. Economic Gardening aims to accelerate business growth across the Greater Rochester region. To date, 196 companies have participated in the […]
Greenlight Networks opens new offices, commits to 93 new jobs
High speed internet service provider Greenlight Networks has opened its new corporate headquarters in Henrietta, Empire State Development officials said. The 20,000 square-foot facility on East Henrietta Road, houses company leadership, administration, customer support and engineering teams along with its recently formed joint venture, Greenlight LeChase Construction. The project is estimated at $46 million. Greenlight Networks […]
Health Care Originals Founder Named Technology Woman of the Year
Sharon Samjitsingh, co-founder, Health Care Originals Inc., was named winner of the Technology Woman of the Year Award, sponsored by TechRochester. A total of 19 women were nominated for the award, which recognizes a professional in the technology field who makes a strong impact on the Rochester community. Samjitsingh was nominated for this award by […]
Monroe County commits $15M in funding to support small businesses
Monroe County has decided to commit $15 million in CARES Act funding to support local small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through the Fast Forward Monroe Small Business Grant Program. The grant program is a direct response to the Fast Forward Monroe business survey released earlier this year, and will provide financial assistance to […]
SunDensity closes on $2.5M in initial financing
SunDensity has closed on $2.5 million in initial financing led by Clean Energy Ventures, a venture capital firm funding early-stage climate-tech innovations. Luminate, Rochester Angel Network , LaunchNY, and Clean Energy Venture Group also participated in the round. SunDensity, winner of Luminate NY, has developed Photonic Smart Coating technology that increases solar power output with additional […]
Zweigle’s completes Phase I of expansion project
Meat manufacturer Zweigle’s, which specializes in hot dog and other “Old World” products, has completed the first phase of an expansion project at the company’s Plymouth Avenue facility. This phase included the addition of 15,000 square-feet to the company’s advanced manufacturing plant. The entire project will allow the company to meet the growing demand in […]
Two local companies advance to finals of Grow-NY competition
Out of more than 260 companies, Leep Foods and Crystal Creek Organics were among 20 organizations selected to advance to the finals of the Grow-NY competition. Leep Foods grows premium USDA-certified organic mushrooms and has seen success with a regenerative soil method for consumers and restaurants. Crystal Creek Organics manufactures unique fertilizers, which are made […]
New $18 million initiative supporting entrepreneurs now in place in New York State
New York State was awarded an $18 million federal grant to support entrepreneurs and help small businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant was awarded to only eight states in the country and was made available through the CARES Act. “The coronavirus pandemic is far from over, and as we continue to fight against […]
‘Look Local First’ to educate community about small businesses
The Penfield Business Chamber has developed a “Look Local First” initiative with the specific goal of educating the community about the value of patronizing small businesses before searching online or at big box stores, and the positive effects that shopping locally has on a community. Look Local First will consist of a robust social media […]