Advance Albany County Alliance

09/10/2026

A major investment in the future of advanced manufacturing in Albany County.

Advance Albany County Alliance and NSH USA recently celebrated the company’s $12 million investment in its Menands manufacturing campus, supported by a $908,000 Albany County STAGE Grant.

The investment includes a new 18,000-square-foot manufacturing facility that expands NSH USA’s production capabilities and creates and retains 137 highly skilled manufacturing jobs.

With roots in Albany County dating back to 1910, NSH USA is a great example of how supporting our existing businesses helps strengthen the local economy. Economic development is not only about attracting new companies. It is also about helping the businesses already here grow, innovate and continue investing in Albany County.

Through the STAGE Grant Program, Advance Albany County Alliance is helping support private investment, good jobs and more sustainable technologies.

Congratulations to the entire NSH USA team on this exciting next chapter!

09/08/2026

NOW HIRING! Are you passionate about growing Albany County?

We’re seeking an entrepreneurial, results-oriented Economic Development Project Manager / Deal Origination Specialist to join our team and help drive investment, job creation, strategic site development and long-term economic growth throughout Albany County.

The role will focus on key growth areas including advanced manufacturing, the semiconductor supply chain, industrial development and other priority sectors shaping the future of our region.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today! https://loom.ly/KqM-cv0

The Advance Albany County Alliance is seeking an entrepreneurial, results-oriented professional to join our team as an Economic Development Project

09/04/2026

Albany County sets the STAGE for sustainable business.

The STAGE Grant Program supports businesses developing projects that strengthen Albany County's green economy. Eligible local companies must be job creators which produce environmentally beneficial goods or services and need help with real estate acquisition, construction, renovations, equipment and office fixtures. Also: the program requires a 10:1 private sector investment match.

The STAGE Grant Program reflects Albany County's commitment to advancing the goals of New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Learn more about eligibility and the application process today: https://advancealbanycounty.com/stage-grant-program/

08/10/2026

New York is the semiconductor hub. Albany County is the center of the wheel.

Within two hours of the county line, you can reach five of New York's largest semiconductor manufacturing and research labs. All of them are online, under construction or currently expanding. And set to open soon: the nation's first and only publicly owned High NA EUV Center in North America, right here at home in Albany County's NY CREATES lab.

Locating a research, supply chain or industry support business? Your best bet is Albany County.

07/15/2026

Albany County's infrastructure is essential to keeping our economy moving. Our differentiators?
🚗I-90 and I-87, our two major highways, provide east-west and north-south access to dozens of major cities within and outside New York.
🛫Albany International Airport services nonstop flight to 25 destinations in 13 states, Canada and Washington, D.C., and is a dedicated hub for cargo operations.
🛤️Three Class 1 railroads — CSX, Norfolk Southern (NS), and Canadian Pacific (CP) — and passenger rail service with Amtrak, all operate in Albany County.
⚓The deep water marine terminals at the Port of Albany, Upstate New York’s largest public port and logistics hub, and the 450-acre Port of Coeymans serve cargo ships, host industrial development and are positioned to assist offshore wind and other major manufacturing, offering a critical connection point for goods and services that support a competitive economy.

Interested in relocating or expanding your business? Connect with us today, https://advancealbanycounty.com/contact/.

07/09/2026

Did you know? Albany County is the “Tech Valley” of the Northeast with strategic industries propelling cutting-edge technologies and innovations.

Our industries:
• Semiconductor – producing some of the nation’s leading technologies and R&D for more than a century, and the nation's new home for High NA EUV Lithography research at NY CREATES.
• IT, Software and Gaming – leading in gaming, information technology and software for over two decades with companies like Vicarious Visions, the studio behind Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, the industry’s first billion-dollar title.
• Life Sciences and Healthcare – home to firms across biotech, life sciences and pharmaceutical with R&D expertise, manufacturing capabilities and a robust talent through SUNY Poly, the University at Albany and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
• Offshore Wind – leading potential as an East Coast hub for offshore wind component manufacturing.

Interested in relocating or expanding your business? Connect with us today: https://loom.ly/WZ8QXUY.

Photo courtesy of the Office of Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy

06/13/2026

Save the date!

Join the Alice Moore Black Arts & Cultural Center for its annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Rensselaer Street in Albany. This community celebration honors freedom, resilience, culture, and the enduring contributions of African Americans through a day of connection, reflection, and celebration.

Bring your family and friends to enjoy a vibrant day filled with community spirit, cultural pride, live entertainment, local vendors, food, and opportunities to celebrate Black history and heritage together. Events like this help strengthen community connections, support local businesses and organizations, and create meaningful spaces to learn, celebrate, and honor our shared history.

The Advance Albany County Alliance is proud to be a sponsor of this important community event and to support efforts that celebrate culture, foster unity, and enrich the quality of life throughout Albany County.

Saturday, June 20
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Rensselaer Street, Albany, NY

06/05/2026

Today we’re highlighting the people behind our work to grow Albany County as the best place to invest in Upstate New York. We’re here to help you find your next location, offer helping funding purchases and expansions, and offer guidance and direction at no cost to businesses.

Meet the team and connect with us today at https://advancealbanycounty.com/contact/.

05/11/2026

Join us for two upcoming community workshops to help shape the future of the South Pearl Street Bus Terminal project. Share your ideas for neighborhood retail, public spaces, and the overall design of this important gateway to downtown Albany.

This project is focused on creating a more welcoming, accessible, and connected transportation hub while supporting economic growth, encouraging neighborhood investment, and enhancing the community experience for residents and visitors alike.

Your input will help ensure the project reflects the needs, character, and vision of the South End community for years to come.

Meeting Details:

Giffen Memorial Elementary School
274 S. Pearl Street, Albany, NY
6:00–7:30 PM
May 13, 2026 in the School Gymnasium
June 9, 2026 in the Auditorium

We look forward to hearing your ideas and vision for the future of this important community project!

05/06/2026

Albany County Pine Hills Land Authority (ACPHLA) hosted a reception bringing together board members and partners to reflect on leadership and community progress.
The event also marked an important transition as ACPHLA management moves from The Advance Albany County Alliance to Albany County. Chairwoman Alison Walsh, former Vice Chair John Nigro, former Chair Nick Mazza and new ACPHLA CEO Mike Lalli presented former ACPHLA CEO Kevin O’Connor with a token of appreciation for his service commitment, leadership, and contributions to the board since its inception.
We appreciate everyone who attended and helped recognize this milestone in the organization’s continued evolution.