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Workforce and Economic Advancement

Economic Growth worth investing in: Develop, support and sustain the long-term economic vitality of Rensselaer County together.

Thank You to our WE Advance Investors!

The strength of WE Advance efforts relies on the investment and collaboration of investors and regional partners who strive to build a successful, sustainable economy in Rensselaer County. Investors consist of public and private businesses and organizations representing a wide variety of industries. If your company is looking to make a financial investment to help the Chamber be recognized as a credible, business-focused, economic development organization, please contact the Chamber at (518) 274-7020.

 

Visionary

Rifenburg is one of Upstate New York's oldest and largest family owned construction firms. Working across the Northeast, Rifenburg has become recognized as a leader in getting projects completed on-time and safely. In 2000, one of Rifenburg's largest projects was recognized by OSHA as a VPP site, one of only two such sites to get this distinction in the United States. With over 340 hardworking employees in the Northeast and our regional office in Raleigh, NC, Rifenburg can staff a project of any size. Specializing in earth moving and restoration of all kinds, Rifenburg makes quick work of landfill expansions and closures, site work, highway and bridge expansion and utility installations.

Champion

Pioneer Bank was founded in 1889 to serve the city of Troy, New York and its residents. At that time, banks were created for the people of the community, to promote savings, encourage home ownership and provide financial support to help people build a better life. These are the founding principles behind the bank; a financial institution whose management decisions were made for the good of the customer and whose success benefited the entire community. Pioneer Bank continues to grow, expanding our capabilities and reach, but always with the same values and a deep respect for our founding principles. Today, Pioneer Bank offers our customers a comprehensive array of products and services, with competitive rates and the latest banking options. 

The Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is dedicated to promoting economic development and vitality within Rensselaer County. Governed by a seven-member board, the IDA has the authority to offer sales and property tax incentives, grants and low-cost capital to attract and retain businesses.

U.S.-based employees of GlobalFoundries will soon be able to receive tax-free financial assistance from the company to pay down student-loan debt, the chipmaker announced last week. The new benefit program is part of what the company described as a multimillion-dollar investment to strengthen the semiconductor workforce by mitigating the cost of…
WHAT:                   Pioneer marks Giving Tuesday by presenting $20,000 in donations to local nonprofits, launching winter clothing drive throughout its branches WHERE:                Pioneer Headquarters 652 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211 WHEN:                    Tuesday, November 28 – 9:30 a.m.   Marking the national observance of…
The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) has announced St. Peter’s Health Partners has joined its Universal Access Program, giving all employees at St. Peter's unlimited ridership within CDTA's service network.  “CDTA is once again excited to partner with a top employer in the Capital Region to provide mobility options for its…
Dec
07
Start the holiday season with the Chamber’s Holiday Networking Luncheon. Get connected, develop leads and build business relationships at this fast-paced…
12pm Lunch, Networking 12:30pm
Dec
07
We're celebrating "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" with a special dinner exploring Troy's rich history as the birthplace of the landmark poem. Guest…
5pm - 7:30pm
Dec
23
'Twas the Night Before Christmas was originally published on December 23rd, 1823. In celebration of it's bicentennial, we will be holding a luncheon at…
12pm