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Doing Business Here

Our diverse economy speaks for itself: entrepreneurs and corporate executives, small businesses and global companies, world class educational institutions and high-tech clusters. Rensselaer County is a top choice for businesses looking to start or expand.

The Chamber has served as the voice of business in the community since 1900. As such, the Chamber strives to support business development and provide resources to businesses starting up; those who are expanding or relocating a business; or any business, both large and small, who has general business inquiries. 

In recent years, the region's economy has expanded from a government-centered economy to become a hub for technology and creative industries. Key assets, such as our educational institutions, geographic location, talented and innovative workforce, entrepreneurial ecosystems and comprehensive health care systems make this area prime for doing business.

In conjunction with our allies at the federal, state, county and city-wide level, the Chamber is committed to making “Doing Business Here” as seamless as possible.  Our professional and knowledgeable staff can assist you with everything from community data to incentive information to site selection.  Please let us know how we can be of service to you.

Quick Fact: In a report issued by U.S. News and World Report, the Albany-Troy-Schenectady metro area was ranked #3 nationally (behind only San Francisco and San Jose) as a place to find a job in technology, ahead of other major markets such as Austin, Dallas, Boston, Washington D.C., Seattle, and Detroit.

Learn more about our efforts to support business development in Rensselaer County and the surrounding region through our Economic Development Partnership.

(November 6, 2025) Port of Albany staff members have recently joined the volunteer leadership teams of regional and national business, non-profit, and maritime industry organizations in service to the community. ____________   Port of Albany’s General Counsel Patrick K. Jordan has been named the new Vice-Chair of the Government Law Center Advisory…
When Scott McIntyre founded Athletic Haven in 2016, he never imagined the volunteer-based, nonprofit organization would reach where it is today. Athletic Haven served 249 youth athletes from the Capital Region during the 2024-25 academic year, offering free or low-cost sports clinics, leagues and travel teams. Already based in facilities in Troy…
Coxsackie, NY – The National Bank of Coxsackie (“NBC”) recently presented the Greene County Historical Society (GCHS) with a $2,500 donation to support their ongoing efforts in preserving and promoting the rich history of Greene County. The funds were secured through the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY) Small Business Recovery Grant…
Nov
12
The 1 Million Cups Monthly Meetings are happening throughout 2025 in the Chamber's 1st Floor Conference Room. Held every second Wednesday of the month,…
9:00am -10:00am
Nov
13
Join us for an engaging morning of discussions with local academic leaders as they share insights on the future of higher education, workforce development…
7:30am-9:00am
Nov
20
Whether you're new or have been with us for years, discover how to maximize your Chamber membership for both you AND your employees. This presentation…
Thursday, November 20th from 8:30am-9:30am