The Westchester County Office of Economic Development works hard to help businesses find the resources and hands-on expertise necessary to promote economic investment. Subscribe to the Office of Economic Development "Business Briefs" newsletter to lean about some of our success stories and how we can help your business.

Minority- and women-owned businesses (MWOBs) are a key component of our business community. If you are a MWOB, take advantage of our online registry designed especially for you. The MWOB program offers workshops and seminars and explains how to bid on government contracts..

The Office of Economic Development, the County of Westchester IDA and Team Westchester, a partnership of public and private professionals, offers business resources, financial assistance, and a wide range of related services and incentives to help businesses prosper in Westchester County. They played a major role in:

• Keeping Westchester competitive – Since January 1, 2008, new IDA Projects will result in over 1,000 new jobs in Westchester County.
• Since January 1, 1999, IDA projects have assisted over 10,000 Westchester 900 jobs.
• Constructing, leasing, or sub-leasing more than 900,000 square feet of commercial and industrial space in Westchester County.

We support Green Initiatives. Take the Westchester Green Business Challenge to learn how your company can improve the "greenness" of its operations.

We encourage global initiatives. Learn about the county's global trade efforts, and how your firm can benefit.

We are happy to send brochure materials if you're interested in receiving more information. Or you can download and read a copy of Westchester County's 2008 Databook.

For many years, Westchester has played a prominent role in the film industry, given its proximity to New York City. The county has over 20,000 acres of parkland, miles of Hudson River and Long Island Sound shoreline. It boasts mansions, castles and other historic restorations representing 300 years of American History. Through its Film Office, Westchester County supports filming initiatives in all its cooperating municipalities. Contact the Film Office for information.