Useful Links about Economic Development

Glenville Business and Professional Association
Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority
Schenectady County Community Business Center The Schenectady County Community Business Center (SCCBC) is a one-stop resource center for new and growing businesses and business owners in Schenectady County, New York. SCCBC is a mixed-use and small business resource facility offering both office space and space for light manufacturing. Designed to provide start-up companies with the space necessary to grow into successful companies.
Schenectady County Chamber of Commerce offers networking and learning opportunities for businesses of all sizes. The Chamber recently collaborated with Capital District Regional Planning Commission (www.CDRPC.org) to develop regional statistics on the Chamber's website.
National Grid ShovelReady Upstate NY Economic Development Renovating a vacant building? National Grid provides grants for improved energy efficient heating and electrical systems.
New York Loves Small Business Directory, developed by Empire State Development, lists programs available to support businesses in New York State.
Regional Economic Councils - Capital Region Economic Development Council offers state investment in economic development.
Schenectady Economic Development and Planning Department
Small Business Development Corp, recently rebranded as Pursuit, offers loans and support to small businesses.