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Matt Hurlbutt
Jun 4, 2026

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
May 26, 2026

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
May 20, 2026

$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
Apr 20, 2026

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
Mar 11, 2026

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.

back of a school bus (Depositphotos)
Mar 6, 2026

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.

QED Technologies plans to add 20,000 square feet to its University Avenue facility, establishing a new research and development center and expanding its precision optics fabrication capabilities. (Photo by Andrea Deckert)
Feb 3, 2026

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.

The Greater Rochester region is home to more than 150 OPIL companies employing roughly 19,000 residents. (file photo)
Jan 23, 2026

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
Aug 8, 2025

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
Jul 31, 2025

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.

Matt Hurlbutt, president and CEO of Greater Rochester Enterprise, receives the 2025 Economic Developer of the Year by the New York State Economic Development Council at its annual meeting earlier this month in Cooperstown. (Photo provided by GRE)
May 29, 2025

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
Mar 29, 2021

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 […]