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growattractgrowattractThe Center for Economic Growth (CEG) continues to be at theforefront of creating the vision and driving success that will createtransformational regional growth. We understand the interdependencebetween the diverse sectors of our regional economy, and deliverpractical value to our members allowing them to focus on growingtheir businesses. CEG has established a collaborative atmosphere thathas enabled the region to achieve significant economic successes,including working to bring the semiconductor industry back to theUnited States and GLOBALFOUNDRIES to our region. Our mainfocus is on the critical role workforce development plays in securingthe future prosperity of upstate New York.results.
president’s letterF. Michael TuckerPresident, CEOThe Center for Economic Growth (CEG)made great strides with its Grow, Attract,Prepare agenda in 2009. The Region’s futurehas never been brighter. Regional collaborationwith our business, government, education, andnon-profit partners has resulted in a numberof major developments. Most notably, theGLOBALFOUNDRIES 4.2 billion chip fab on theLuther Technology Campus in Saratoga County long a common goal - is now a reality.The Region has evolved as a significantplayer in the global technology marketplace, withmore than 1,000 technology companies alreadyproviding more than 50,000 jobs. Using thesesuccesses to propel us to even greater heights, itis time to rededicate and focus our commitment tobuilding tomorrow’s Tech Valley.We have attracted more than 15billion in diversified technology investments todate, and we must leverage this investment tosecure additional resources for future growth.It is imperative to work together to assessour workforce needs and develop a pool ofqualified candidates through specialized trainingopportunities, with the goal of creating a directpipeline to supply current and future businesseswith skilled employees.CEG’s dedicated and active Boardof Directors, staff, members and partnershave collaborated to develop a truly regionalperspective to economic development. It is thiscohesive and comprehensive approach that isnecessary to ensure that we are prepared for thenext wave of diversified development.As you will see in the ensuing pages,CEG is spearheading a variety of initiativeswith myriad partners as a strategic approachto sustainable economic development, whichincludes growing regional companies, attractingoutside investment and preparing our communityfor sustainable growth.Together, through continued dedicationand innovation, we can collectively elevate ourregion to new heights.
rchairman’s letterR. Mark Sullivan, Ed.D.President,The College of Saint RoseSince its inception, the Center for EconomicGrowth (CEG) has recognized that institutionsof higher education are a critical component ofthe overall economic viability and vibrancy of ourregion. Further, CEG has strategically leveragedits relationships with colleges and universities toadvance the organization’s Grow, Attract, Prepareagenda, contributing to unprecedented growthacross Tech Valley’s technology and related sectors.The region’s colleges and universities playa key role in growing area businesses. Incubatorsallow burgeoning entrepreneurs the opportunity todevelop their business in a nurturing environment.Investment forums such as the Venture Bplan Seriesat Rensselaer connect companies with potentialinvestors. Technology transfer programs facilitatethe transition of a new technology or concept intoa viable business model.Leading academic programs, such asthose at the College of Nanoscale Science andEngineering, attract students and faculty fromaround the world. Cutting edge research initiativesby these students, researchers and professors, inturn, attract corporate partnerships and outsideinvestment. This multi-tiered relationship has madea tremendous contribution to the evolution of TechValley as a high tech player in diverse areas such asnanotechnology, biotechnology and clean energy.It will continue to serve us well into the future.From technical training to Ph.D.s, theregion’s colleges and universities are capableof cultivating a fully enabled workforce to meetthe broad spectrum of demands required byour new economy. Our institutions are alsohelping to prepare the region for continuedgrowth through infrastructure enhancement andfacility construction. Saint Rose, for example, hascommitted 90 million over the past eight years todeveloping its campus in the heart of Albany.As chairman of CEG’s Board of Directors, Iam consistently impressed with both the dedicationand the imagination of the organization’s staff,as well as the commitment and willingness tocollaborate of its many members and partners. Wehave truly aligned our interests across education,business, government and community in pursuit ofa common goal: a better future for us all, and forfuture generations.
growbioconnex Bioconnex marked its fifth anniversary inlate 2008 with a panel discussion on thefuture of biotechnology in the region andhosted a cancer genomics conferenceat Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute withmore than 100 researchers. Bioconnex held a number of events in2009, bringing together an additional200 researchers and professionalsfrom different technology clusters todiscuss topics such as medical devicesclustering, DNA forensics, stem cellresearch and the H1N1 virus. Bioconnex also supported otherpartner events such as the NewYorkBiotechnologyAssociationAnnual Meeting, which featured aBioconnex panel on collaboratingwith academia; MedTech 09; and the2009 RPI Biotech Series.Membership increased to more than30 organizations, with industry leadersRegeneron and Angiodynamics joiningas members and receiving seats on thesteering committee.techconnexWith a new steering committee headed byDean Peter A. Bloniarz from the College ofComputing and Information at the Universityat Albany, Techconnex brought more than500 IT and business professionals andentrepreneurs together at multiple eventsthroughout the year, including: Hiring High Tech TalentMarketingBusiness StrategySpeed Mentoring for EntrepreneursProduct and Quality Management forIT and Software Companies
synergy: The interaction of two or more agents or forces so that theircombined effect is greater than the sum of their individual effects.Techconnex and Bioconnex are specifically aimed at bringing industryexperts together for synergy in the region.technology roadmap More than 1,500 unique visitors viewthe site monthly. The fifth edition of the TechnologyAlmanac was released by The BusinessReview in April, sent to more than10,000 subscribers and distributed byCEG throughout the year. CEG, in coordination with Whiteman,Osterman & Hanna, developed aninformational video: Stimulus Funding:What it means to Tech Valley. Using theTechnology Roadmap’s new discussiongroup software, an online dialogue onstimulus funding followed. Combined,the five topics from the discussion wereviewed more than 400 times.Thank you, once again, CEG,for hosting last night’s ‘SpeedMentoring’ event. I learnedmore about the specificnext steps required to puta new venture on a solidfooting than from the lastfour months of my readingand researching! I’m stilleuphoric over the experience!Hearing from and speakingwith entrepreneurs who hadactually ‘walked the walk’made a far more impressiveimpact than I had anticipated.It made my dreams seemmore plausible, more real,and yes, more achievable; theadvice was relevant, specificand can be immediately actedupon. I can’t thank you andthe ‘tech mentors’ enough.– Mark Mitchell
growtechnology awardsThe Technology Awards in April broughtmore than 300 business professionalstogether to recognize and honor theregion’s technology pioneers. Keynotespeaker Mark Little, Senior VP and Directorof GE Global Research, headlined theevent, with awards being presented toseven technology leaders and firms.CEN manufacturing CEN Manufacturing continues tohold programs focused on membereducation and networking to fostercontinuing education and developmanufacturing and technology skills. CEN donated 2,000 for CapitalRegion high school students tocompete in the U.S. First Roboticscompetition and supported theHudson Valley Community CollegeMFTS program by awarding ascholarship to the student with thesecond highest GPA. CENpresentedfour 1,000scholarships in June to CapitalRegion students pursuing degrees inbiomedical engineering, aerospaceengineering, civil engineering andmechanical engineering.future forwardThe Future Forward series brought worldrenowned urban theorist and best sellingauthor Richard Florida to the Palace Theatrein September. The event, co-sponsored byGE and The Stakeholders, was attended bymore than 450 professionals and studentsfrom throughout the region.
innovation: The act of introducing something new. The VentureForums foster innovative technical companies by assistingthem in their ‘next steps’ so that they may become newtechnology providers for our region and beyond.business accelerationwatervliet innovation centerThe Center provides a platform of sharedas well as intense customized services tohelp take small to medium size businessesto the next level. The initial focus hasbeen on homeland security, nationalsecurity, and defense technologies whileseeking to expand in other emergingmarkets. The Center utilizes a depthof business, technology, and marketexpertise to connect companies to anationwide network of industry advisors,investors, end-users, service professionals,and technical experts. This year, the program received 287,443 in federal funding to continueits support while promoting job growthand economic development. Hosted NYS Department of Laborbriefing on the Tech Valley Internshipprogram with 30 people in attendanceincluding organizers, local businesses,and 15 colleges from across the state. Client company On2 Technologies tobe acquired by Google for 106.5MM.As a participant in the CEG’sCEOConnex program, I foundthe resources, interactionsand advice invaluable. Itreally helped to place all theissues we were confrontingas a start-up technologycompany into context andprovided us tools to help growand strengthen the business.We continue to use thesetools and lessons every day.– Miles FlamenbaumEsq., Chief ExecutiveOfficer, SOMS Technologies
growpre-seed workshopPre-Seed Workshop (PSW) is a statewideeffort to bring a more robust approach tovet and promote early-stage technologiesindividuals as the basis for a start-upbusiness, with workshops delivered inBuffalo, Rochester, Ithaca, Syracuse,Albany, New York City and Long Island.Ten Capital Region teams, including fourexisting companies and 63 individuals,participated in two workshops in 2009.CEG also coordinated a special workshopfocused primarily on Rensselaer PolytechnicInstitute ideas for commercialization,coordinated through both the LallySchool/Severino Center and the Office ofTechnology Commercialization to identifypromising ideas for the workshop.venture Bplan seriesIn collaboration with the RensselaerIncubator Program, the Venture BplanSeries continues to provide a forum forregional emerging technology companiesto present their business and gain valuableexposure and experience in highlightingtheir investment opportunity. The serieshighlighted eight companies in 2009:MarketArt, eSolve Solutions, Kineticast,Intellidemia, Troy Research Corp, EnviewDesign, AllForLocal and Prospect Genius.
acceleration: An increase in rate of change. The PreSeed Workshopruns a cross functional team of managers of a startupcompany through a vigorous process to ensure they areprepared to move on to venture funding.smartstart UNYTECH venture forumThe forum continued to be an excellent showcasefor entrepreneurs, as well as a testament to UpstateNew York’s culture of innovation.2009 forumTwenty-six presenting companiesMore than 140 attendees participatedAttended by 20 investment and financialfirms and 10 research universitiesresults to dateSmartStart, in its first nine years,has highlighted 220 companiesOf that group, approximately 30 percent haveraised more than 390 million in equity fundingOf that 390 million, 71 million is directlyattributable to forum participationI’ve been invited to present aspart of the Emerging Companyand Innovator’s Showcase at theLife Sciences Summit 2009. Thisinvitation is a direct result ofmy participation in the Pre-SeedWorkshop (Feb 2009). Withoutthe help from the Idea Team,I would not have been able todevelop this type of presentation,in which my invention is describedas a potential start-up company,including an overview of thetechnology, the market needit addresses, competition andpotential business model.–Margarida M. Barroso, Ph.D
growCEOconnexThe CEOconnex program continues to thrivewith the graduation of four new members in2009, bringing the total number of graduatesto 32 in eight years. Participants includedindividuals from LAANCOR, AutomatedDynamics, Precisioncare and Ener-GRotors. This year’s program was backed by agrant from HSBC Bank.tech valley angels network (TVAN)Since its inception in 2001, TVAN hascreated a forum for 118 companiesto present their growth needsto a qualified group of angel investors,with 20 successfully receiving fundingfrom the TVAN investors. Fortypercent of the companies selectedto present at TVAN ultimately receiveequity funding, underscoringthat only the best companies areselected for participation. TVANhighlighted nine companies in 2009.
action: Something done or performed; act; deed. Companies workwith our technical services group to take action in making theirbusinesses better – Training Within Industry.technical servicesCEG continues to be a leader inproviding innovative growth services tohelp companies increase profitabilitywith current customers, leverage existingcapabilities to acquire new customersand use development strategies to cutcosts and time to market.As the Capital Region’s NIST/MEP Center,CEG submits each client project for anindependent, third-party survey nine to 12months after project completion. For the 12months ending June 30, 2009, there were 44CEG client companies surveyed for impactsand outcomes.Sum of Increased / Retained Sales 20,950,000Sum of Cost Savings 18,230,237Sum of Client Investments 14,474,790Sum of Net Jobs Created / Retained474Sum of Job Economic Impact 22,935,438Total Overall Impact 76,590,465
growgrowth services Growth services continue to be a criticalfocus for National Institute for StandardsandTechnologyManufacturingExtension Partnership program (NISTMEP) at the national level, as well asall of the centers across the countryincluding CEG. Theseinclude thefull suite of Eureka! Winning Waysservices, which enable companiesto achieve measurably profitablegrowth through innovation. CEG has partnered with other RTDC’sthroughout the state to establish aNew York Innovation Marketplace. Itwould provide a unique state-focusedeconomic development tool within theUSA National Innovation Marketplace–a service of the US Department ofCommerce and the NIST MEP recentlyannounced by Vice President JoeBiden. This program dovetails with theinnovation initiative recently outlinedby Governor Paterson. CEG is workingwith NYSTAR and the RTDC Networkto launch the New York InnovationMarketplace; if achieved, New Yorkwould be one of five states leading thenation on this endeavor. CEG has partnered with the New York StatePollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) atthe Rochester Institute of Technology toprovide specialized pollution preventionconsulting to Capital Region manufacturers,and CEG is working with one localmanufacturer with the goal of getting tozero wastewater discharge at its facility,among other initiatives.
efficiency: The Ability to accomplish a job with a minimumexpenditure of time and effort. The Technical ServicesGroup continues to bring small and midsized manufacturersprograms that assist them in their efficiency.work force development initiativesCEG is currently working with the CapitalRegion Workforce Investment Board(WIB) and has transitioned the Beanstalkprogram to the WIB for its Talent PipelineProject. Two RFP’s were issued in October:the Worker Readiness RFP and theTalent Pipeline RFP. CEG worked withWIB consultants on the talent pipelineto determine the needs of mid-levelmanufacturers and biotech companies.The results of the report provided a set ofrecommendations designed to strengthenthe regional workforce system throughchanges in training and education ofthe local workforce.
attractThrough CEG-led initiatives such as NY Loves Nanotech and NY Loves Clean Tech, thousands ofdecision-making executives in the semiconductor, nanotech, solar/PV, wind and other renewableenergy sectors have been exposed to the region. Leveraging the recent regional investmentsmade by GLOBALFOUNDRIES, GE Health/Care, GE Renewable Energy, IBM and others, CEG hasdeveloped a comprehensive action-based strategy that maximizes the presence of targeted keydecision makers through parallel tracks of activities:Solar Buffalo: TheNY Loves Clean Techpartnership continuedits collaborativeefforts at a largegathering of solarcompanies in BuffaloRETECH: Marked thefirst time that regionaleconomic developmentorganizations pulledtogether under one brand,NY Loves Clean Tech, topromote New York State torenewable energy sectorsJan.Feb.Mar.Apr.Maytrade show participationJun.
marketing: Set of institutions and processes for creating,communicating, delivering and exchanging offeringsthat have value for customers, clients, partners andsociety at large. CEG’s Attract Team attends Tradeshowsthroughout the world identifying industry sectors to marketthe region.Semicon West: NYLoves Nanotechexhibited at NorthAmerica’s premieresemiconductor/cleantech gatheringJuly 24, 2009:GlobalFoundriesbreaks ground on 4.2bchip plant in Malta24th EuropeanPhotovoltaic ConferenceExpo: NY Loves CleanTech exhibited at theworld’s largest gatheringof solar PV companies,technologies andR&D initiativesJul.Aug.Sep.Semicon Europa: NY Loves Nanotechexhibted at Europe’s premieresemiconductor/clean tech gatheringin Dresden, Germany, home tomanufacturing facilitiesfor GLOBALFOUNDRIESOct.Nov.Sponsored byDec.
attractadditional regional marketing:conference sponsorshipIndustry Strategy Symposium (ISS)A three-day gathering of the semiconductor industry’s top executivesto discuss industry trends, technologychallenges, innovation breakthroughsand investment opportunities.CONFABA three-day event attended by morethan 150 top semiconductor executivesthat provided an opportunity for 20 prearranged one-on-one private meetings todiscuss New York State’s efforts to enableand support technology.Semico SummitNY Loves Nanotech was again a leadsponsor of this important gathering ofindustry professionals.One of two major sponsors for theSemiconductor Industry Association’s (SIA)Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony, whereIBM’s John Kelly III received the industry’shighest honor, The Noyce Award. More than20 partners across NYS joined to celebratewith John and applaud his vision.
energy: Any source of usable power, as fossil fuel, electricity, or solarradiation. Attending tradeshows in the semiconductor and energyindustries increases our regions visibility to potential companies wehope to attract.business development / sales calls Leveraged existing relationships andbrand recognition to secure more than200 high-value discussions with decisionmakers about opportunities and assetsin the region. Identified the primary supply chainsemiconductor companies and developeda targeted approach to assessingtheir site selection and RIES project. Followed up with materials and informationper the discussions, as well as invitationsto visit the region.The fact that multiple regionswere represented was asignificant differentiator overother states and regionscompeting for business. Iwas really impressed by theprofessional caliber of thegroup and the AdvancedEnergy Center made greatgains at this meeting. Forour region we received greatvalue and this venture helpedto fortify the State’s availableenergy groups into a morecohesive force. CEG did asuperb job and the attentionto detail really made New Yorkexcel over our competitors.– Jim SmithAdvanced Energy Center,Stony Brook University
attracthosting executives and organizationsCEG was the lead or participated inmultiple high-level visits from executivesin high-tech, economic development andinternational business. Coordinated multiple discussions andvisits for the President of the Hong KongChamber of Commerce. Facilitated a three-day visit by adelegation from Grenoble, France, tomeet with companies, governmentagencies and academic institutions.Grenoble, one of Europe’s premieretechnology clusters, and the CapitalRegion are developing initiatives tojointly compete on the global stage. Hosted officials from the Netherlandsin connection with a High-TechConnections program initiated byCEG more than a year ago; high-levelgovernment officials attended theevent in connection with the 400thHudson Celebration.global collaborationsCEG is proactively considering opportunitieswith Dresden, Germany (home to existingGLOBALFOUNDRIES facilities), on areasof concern for potential for workforcedevelopment opportunities, best practicesharing and supply chain development.Other World Collaborations Grenoble, France (MOU) Xi’An, China (MOU)
educate: Knowledge acquired by learning and instruction. CEGbrings together industry experts and presents timely topics ofinterest to technologist and business professionals.Successful marketing is not only based onstrategic planning, but also on effectiveimplementation and decisive action. CEGhas long set the standard for deliveringaction-oriented initiatives that provide thehighest value to both partners and targetedaudiences. CEG has been at the forefront ofglobal marketing activities, delivering TechValley’s compelling value proposition to theglobal business community for many years.Promoting the Albanyarea and its benefits iscritical to New York State’ssuccess. The Center forEconomic Growth hasbeen a strategic partnerin spearheading theinitiative to market TechValley to the world.– Steve HollidayChief Executive Officer,National Grid
preparelocal government councilThe Local Government Council facilitatedmonthlyroundtablemeetingswithlocal elected officials and experts fromgovernment and the business communityto identify solutions to common challengesfacing municipalities. Meeting participantsalso included the New York StateCommission on Government Efficiency &Competitiveness, Government Law Centerat Albany Law School, Greater CapitalRegion Association of Realtors, New YorkState Association of Counties, New YorkState Conference of Mayors, New York StateAssociation of Towns, Lake Placid RegionalWinter Sports Commission and RichardZuckerman, a labor law and municipalunion negotiation expert from the law firmof Lamb & Barnosky, LLP.
leadership: To lead is guiding or directing. CEGhas taken a facilitator role to guide the effortof Work Force Development with all of theregional stakeholders to ensure the availabilityof workers for our growing needs.2009 topics: Shared servicesLEAN governmentGreen initiativesEffectively marketing communitiesto attract potential buyers andcommercial developers Greater collaborationamongst municipalities Transparency in government Creation of a region-wide sustainabilityindex to identify & measure the successof green initiatives Municipal law resources throughoutthe regionThe Local GovernmentCouncil is a vital conduitfor all of us who remaincommitted to promotingeconomic vitality andmeasured growth in ourgreat Capital Region.– Mayor Gerald D. JenningsCity of Albany
prepareregional developmentcoordinating council Albany-Colonie RegionalChamber of CommerceAlbany International AirportCapital District Regional Planning CommissionCapital District Transportation AuthorityCity of CohoesEmpire State DevelopmentNational GridNYS Dept. of LaborNYS Dept. of TransportationThe council expanded collaborative efforts in2009 to include New York State Departmentof Labor and Workforce Investment Boards(WIB’s) to address regional unemploymentand the creation, implementation andmeasurement of training and workforcedevelopment programs.
coordination: The regulation of diverseelements into an integrated and harmoniousoperation. Our RDCC allows us to bring together theleaders of our regions infrastructure organizations,such as Albany Airport, National Grid, EmpireDevelopment, Department of Labor, Department ofTransportation, and the Chamber of Commerce.The RDCC also partnered with theCapital District Library Council (CDLC)to determine ways to raise awarenessand expand availability of the extensiveresources in the region’s many libraries.membership and partnersThe sum of the parts is always greater thanthe whole. That simple axiom tells a lotabout the way an organization pursues itsgoals. Since its inception, the Center forEconomic Growth (CEG) has viewed itselfas more of a “partnership” organizationthan a membership one.To build a sustainable regional economyand dynamic quality of life, diversityof opinion and approach is not onlyencouraged but is absolutely necessary.Through this approach, CEG has createda powerful alliance of Tech Valley’sleading companies, academic institutions,community organizations and governmentofficials united in vision and committed toaction and results.From small businesses to global leaders,the effectiveness of CEG is rooted in theinvolvement, input and investment ofits partner companies.
CEG membership1st Playable6N Systems, Inc.74 StateAbsolute PromotionsAccent Commercial FurnitureAdirondack Community CollegeAdirondack Trust Co.Advantage Capital PartnersAffinity Group, LLC, TheAFLACAgora StudiosAirgas EastAlbany College of Pharmacy and Health ServicesAlbany CountyAlbany County Convention & Visitors BureauAlbany Information Technology Group, LLCAlbany International AirportAlbany Law SchoolAlbany Local Development Corp.Albany Medical CenterAlbany Port CommissionAlbany Realty GroupAlbany Valve & Fitting CompanyAlbany-Colonie Regional Chamber of CommerceAlchar Printing GroupAlterisAMRIAmsterdam Industrial Development Agency (AIDA)Amsterdam-Florida-Glen Empire ZoneAnchor Agency, Inc.Anderson Group, TheArcadia Manufacturing GroupArsenal Business & Technology PartnershipATEC GroupAustin & Co., Inc.Automated DynamicsBank of AmericaBBL Construction Services, LLCBeacon Institute for Rivers & EstuariesUpper Hudson Research Ctr at TroyBerkshire BankBethlehem Chamber of CommerceBlass CommunicationsBollam Sheedy Torani & Co.Bolton-St. Johns, Inc.Bonadio Group, TheBond, Schoeneck & King, PLLCBrayton GraphicsBritish American Development CorporationBusiness Review, TheC.T. Male Associates, P.C.Cambridge Valley Machining, Inc.Capital Bank & Trust Co.Capital District Physicians’ Health PlanCapital District Transportation Authority (CDTA)Capital District YMCACapital Public Strategies, LLCCapital Repertory TheatreCapovani Brothers, Inc.Capstone, Inc.CB Richard Ellis - AlbanyCentury HouseCHAChamber of Schenectady County, TheChamber of Southern Saratoga County, TheChief Executives Network for ManufacturingCitizens BankCity of AlbanyCity of AmsterdamCity of CohoesCity of SchenectadyCity of TroyCity of WatervlietCMA Consulting, Inc.CMI CommuniciationsCollege of Saint Rose, TheColonie Chamber of CommerceComfort Inn & Suites - East GreenbushComfortex Window FashionsConley Reality AssociatesCooper Erving & Savage, LLPCornerstone Telephone CompanyCR WirelessCrowne Plaza Albany - City CenterCSArchD & D ConsultingDesmond Hotel & Conference Center, TheDeVito Enterprises/Hudson Valley CorporateDigital Imaging Technologies, Inc.Documentation Strategies, Inc.Ducommun AeroStructures New York, Inc.Dynamic Systems, Inc.EDC, Warren CountyEfficiency Partners, LLCEinhorn Yaffe Prescott Architecture and Engineering, PCEmpire State Development CorporationEP&M InternationalEric Mower and AssociatesEvident TechnologiesFALA Technologies, Inc.Fenimore Asset Management & FAM FundsFirst Columbia, LLCFirst Nano, Division of CVD Equipment CorporationFirst Niagara BankFortitech, Inc.FPI Mechanical Inc.Frank Murken Products, Inc.Fulton-Montgomery Community CollegeFusco Personnel, Inc.Galesi GroupGE EnergyGE Global Research CenterGilbane Building CompanyGlobalFoundriesGlobalSpec, Inc.Gracey Communications Group, LLCGreater Capital Region Association of RealtorsGreenberg Traurig - AlbanyGreene County IDAGreene County Planning & Economic DevelopmentGreno IndustriesGTM Payroll Services, Inc.Guilderland Chamber of CommerceHampton Inn & Suites Albany DowntownHarriman Research & Technology Dev. Corp.Harris Beach, PLLCHealth Care Information XchangeHeslin Rothenberg Farley & Mesiti, P.C.High Peaks Venture PartnersHinman Straub Pigors, P.C.Hiscock & Barclay, LLPHodes & LandyHoffman Warnick, LLCHoliday Inn Express -Clifton ParkHoliday Inn Express - Western AvenueHoward Group, TheHP Critical Facilities Services, delivered by EYP MCFHSBC Bank USAHudson Valley Community CollegeHyatt Place-Saratoga/MaltaIBM Corporation
09Impress PrintingIndustries for AmsterdamInformzInnovative Control SystemsIntegrated Management & Sales ConsultingInternational Quality Coaching, Inc.ITT Technical InstituteJanitronics, Inc.JP Morgan Chase Bank - AlbanyKeeler AutomotiveKeyBankKPMG, LLPL & P MediaLeChase Construction Services, LLCLegacy BanksLemery Greisler, LLCLinguaLinx Language SolutionsLogic TechnologiesLogical NET CorporationM&T Bank Corp.M.M.Hayes Co., Inc.Mainfreight InternationalManpower ProfessionalMazzone Management Group, Ltd.Media LogicMichaels Group, TheMicroKnowledge, Inc.Millennium Business Communications, LLCMLB Construction Services, LLCMohawk Valley EDGEMorgan State HouseMVP Health CareN
those at the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, attract students and faculty from . turn, attract corporate partnerships and outside investment. This multi-tiered relationship has made a tremendous contribution to the evolution of Tech Valley as a high tech player in diverse areas such as . MedTech 09; and the 2009 RPI Biotech .
