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The Columbia-Greene Economic State of the Counties

September 24 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

The Columbia-Greene Workforce Development Board, in partnership with Columbia Economic Development Corporation, Greene County Economic Development, the Columbia-Greene Addiction Coalition, and Reentry Columbia is excited to present the first in a series of events, Pathways to Progress: A Series of Workforce and Community Roundtables for Employers and Community Partners.

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Adam Bosch, President/CEO of Hudson Valley Patterns for Progress, will be a featured presenter at this event.

Register Here: The Columbia-Greene Economic State of the Counties Tickets, Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite

The Columbia-Greene Local Workforce Development Board is committed to providing universal access to all our events.  Please contact Danielle Palleschi at Danielle.Palleschi@sunycgcc.edu or by phone at 518-697-6513 to request disability or dietary accommodation.

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As we look forward to the coming year, we face a number of unique challenges. Rising costs, supply-chain disruptions, workforce availability, and market uncertainties all put strains on business operations and personal security.  More than ever, your support as a Member of CEDC is exceptionally valued.

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2025 Village of Kinderhook Small Project Grant Fund

In partnership with the NY Department of State, NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation, and the Village of Kinderhook, the Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) has been selected to administer a Small Project Grant Fund award through NY Forward.

The Small Project Fund is designed to enhance the economic vitality of local commercial districts. By improving aesthetics, these projects help increase property values, attract businesses, encourage tourism, and strengthen the overall appeal of our communities.

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Business growth is what drives economic growth, which is CEDC’s core mission. No matter what size or industry, CEDC can provide services to help your business expand.
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Find out why Columbia County is a great place to locate your business and how CEDC can help during a relocation or expansion process.
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Columbia County has abundant cultural, recreational, and historical resources that provide a high quality of life to local residents.
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Mission Statement: Our mission is to strengthen the area’s tax base through economic development and job creation, to assist business to locate and expand within the County, and to promote Columbia County as a premier spot for both business investment and personal opportunity.
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CEDC Loan Program: Our SBA Microloans are geared for small, medium and even large, for-profit businesses in Columbia and Greene Counties. All Microloans come with one-on-one technical assistance at no charge. Our CEDC Revolving Loan Fund is geared for start-ups and expanding businesses that create jobs in Columbia County. Interest rates and terms are competitive.
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Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) invites you to join businesses and organizations from across Columbia County who support CEDC as members, in our efforts to bring increasing prosperity to the county’s economy and contribute to the rising quality of life in our communities.

 

TWO WAYS TO JOIN OR RENEW YOUR CEDC MEMBERSHIP:
Mail: Complete the Application Form and mail with your payment to:
Columbia Economic Development Corporation
One Hudson City Centre, Suite 301, Hudson, NY 12534
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