The Business Council of Westchester

BCW WIN Participant Laronix Presents Its Voice Product at Life Science Event BCW Westchester Innovation Network participant Laronix was a panelist at at the recent overview of Westchester’s life science community. Laronix’s COO, Mousa Ahmadi, PhD, discussed how his company’s MIRA Voice device is using artificial intelligence to help people with spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy and other conditions regain the ability to speak clearly. Laronix is currently refining the device with patients at the Burke Neurological Institute in White Plains. Read the entire article here: https://lnkd.in/eQjdctiE Photo: From left to right: Deborah Schondorf Novick, CFA, Director of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Westchester County; Lisa Ricciardi, Chief Executive Officer, Cognition Therapeutics, Inc.; Steven Jacobs, Principal, BJH Advisors LLC; Deborah Viola, MBA, PhD, MBA, PhD, VP, Office of Research and Grants Administration at Westchester Medical Center Health Network; Mary Howard, Program Director, WCBA: Westchester County Biosciences Accelerator (The Catalyst); Bridget Gibbons, Director of Economic Development for County Executive; Nicolas Chbat, PhD, Founder, CEO, Quadrus Medical Technologies; Mousa Ahmadi, PhD, Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder at Laronix; Nancy J. Keiley, Builds Bio+

Dr. Marsha Gordon, President and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Opal 115, a $223 million transit-oriented development in Mount Vernon that will provide 315 affordable apartments and promote a vision for inclusive, sustainable growth. Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS, Inc.

Thank you to Adar Abada Gurvitch of Extra Spark Creative for joining The Business Council of Westchester. We are thrilled to have you as a member and look forward to a productive 2025.

Thank you to Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins for his insights on 2025 for Westchester County at Valley Bank's Leadership Conversations at Kanopi in White Plains.

Thank you to Laurence Gottlieb of Robert Martin Company for attending the Valley Bank Leadership Conversation with Ken Jenkins, Deputy County Executive for Westchester County.

Member Spotlight: Don’t miss this month’s episode of “Member Spotlight”! Host Linda Tyler - Vice President of Membership & Programs, is joined by Steven Klapow, Director of Communications and Creative Strategy at Berlin Productions - Marketing & Promotions, and Donvil Collins, CEO of VeeKast. Together, they dive into a powerful discussion about the impact of branding and storytelling in marketing. Listen Today: https://lnkd.in/eVhjmpSQ Produced by Sharc Creative Inc Executive Producer Amanda DePalma of The Business Council of Westchester

BCW Welcomes Dynamic New Leaders to Its Board of Directors The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) has appointed five new members to its Board of Directors. New Board Members: Jason Barnett, Founding Managing Partner, Vice Chairman, General Counsel, and Secretary of RXR Realty LLC, a fully integrated, multi-billion-dollar private real estate company. Barnett was instrumental in the formation of RXR following the landmark merger of Reckson Associates Realty Corp with SL Green, one of the largest public real estate management buyouts in REIT history. Andrew Castellano, Founder and Operator of Sharc Creative Inc, is a Westchester-born entrepreneur who specializes in innovative audio solutions designed to enhance business engagement. Castellano’s career began with WFAS Radio, where he honed his skills in broadcasting and communications. Beata Mastalerz, DNP, RN, Executive Director of Phelps Hospital. Since joining in January 2024, Mastalerz has been a driving force in advancing the hospital’s operational and clinical excellence. She previously served as Executive Director of Manhattan Eye Ear & Throat Hospital (MEETH), where she elevated its reputation as a Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety. Susan L. Parish, Ph.D., M.S.W., 13th President of Mercy University. Parish is a nationally recognized leader in health administration education. During her tenure as Dean of the College of Health Professions at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), she oversaw significant growth in enrollment and research funding. Thomas Scaglione, Vice President of Government and Community Relations at WMCHealth . Scaglione’s extensive experience includes his tenure as Mid-Hudson Regional Director for Empire State Development (ESD), where he secured over $120 million in economic development grants and established the $150 million Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund. These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of expertise and innovative perspectives to the organization, further solidifying BCW’s role as a vital driver of economic growth and advocacy in Westchester County. “Each of these exceptional leaders brings a unique vision, expertise, and passion that will undoubtedly strengthen our organization. Their collective accomplishments reflect the dynamic and diverse economic fabric of Westchester County. We look forward to their contributions as we continue to advocate for and support our business community,” said Dr. Marsha Gordon Gordon, President and CEO of the Business Council of Westchester.

The Business Council of Westchester's VIP Holiday Party at Manhattanville University VIP Reception Sponsors Co-Communications, Inc. DataKey Consulting, LLC The HEINEKEN Company NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Rise Private Wealth Management A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Srvs LLC Tompkins Excavating Host Manhattanville University Event Partner Leros Meeting Services

Congratulations to Dr. Marsha Gordon on this well-deserved recognition. Being named a 2024 Economic Development Trailblazer by City & State NY highlights her leadership and impact on economic growth and development. A truly inspiring achievement! From the article: With a solid business community and a thriving life sciences economy, Westchester County is a key leader in the New York business ecosystem. Marsha Gordon is the county’s top business advocate, and she’s continually planning ways to support the Westchester economy. She has played a role in recruiting innovative companies to make the county their headquarters. Gordon recently praised Westchester County Executive George Latimer’s latest budget proposal as one that sends a pro-business message of county finances. https://lnkd.in/er7V8FrY

Episode 7 with Hosts Dr. Marsha Gordon & Amanda DePalma featuring Juliana Alzate, Marina Colella, and Michael Murphy You won’t want to miss this month’s episode of “What’s Trending”! Hosts Marsha Gordon and Amanda DePalma sit down with guests, Juliana Alzate, RLA, Senior Landscape Architect at Sean Jancski Landscape Architects, Marina Colella, Owner of Decorating Den Interiors, and Michael Murphy, Business Development at Murphy Brothers Contracting, Inc. Tune in as they explore emerging trends in interior design, landscaping, and contracting, share insights on future innovations and challenges, and highlight exciting initiatives at their companies. Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/e_9EP348 or https://lnkd.in/eYF3nkxC Sponsored by Thompson & Bender Produced by Sharc Creative Inc Executive Producer, Amanda DePalma of The Business Council of Westchester.