National honor recognizes GRE leader’s impact on Greater Rochester’s growth
Matt Hurlbutt, president and CEO of Greater Rochester Enterprise, is recognized as one of North America’s top 50 economic developers for his impact on regional growth.
Economic developers honored for growth in Greater Rochester region
New York State Economic Development Council has recognized two economic developers for their work in the Greater Rochester and Finger Lakes region.
$145M Barilla expansion in Avon to boost production, employment
Barilla is investing $145 million to expand its Avon manufacturing facility, creating over 90 new jobs and boosting production capacity in Livingston County.
Oxbo opens $60.5M advanced manufacturing facility in Genesee County
Oxbo has opened a $60.5 million advanced manufacturing facility in Bergen, Genesee County, enhancing its production and innovation capabilities.
Battery developer relocates to Xerox’s Webster campus
Ashlawn Energy LLC leased space at Xerox Webster Campus, bringing 20 jobs and advancing VanCharg battery technology with RIT collaboration.
Rochester leaders urge fair charter school funding boost in state budget
Rochester business and community leaders call for raising charter school funding to $16,739 per student to address disparities in the 2026-2027 New York State budget.
GRE logs $239M in new investment in 2025 as project pipeline accelerates
Greater Rochester Enterprise closed 2025 with 33 company project wins, driving $239 million in capital investment and 887 new jobs.
GRE, New York Photonics partner to advance Rochester’s OPIL leadership
Greater Rochester Enterprise and New York Photonics formed a strategic alliance to strengthen business growth and global leadership.
Corning advances on $139M expansion with new Fairport engineering hub
Corning Inc. is advancing its $139 million expansion in Monroe County with a new engineering center in Fairport, job growth and infrastructure upgrades to support the semiconductor industry.
McAlpin Industries secures state support for $23M expansion in Webster
With up to $1 million in state support, McAlpin Industries is expanding in Webster with a $23 million facility expected to create 52 jobs.
NYSEDC names 2025 Economic Developer of the Year
The New York State Economic Development Council announced its selection for the 2025 Economic Developer of the Year award.
Wayne County manufacturer to expand packaging lines, add 38 jobs
Flexible packaging firm ABX Innovative Packaging Solutions plans to grow its operations in Wayne County. The company will update its existing equipment, purchase new equipment and undertake infrastructure improvements to […]















