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- Jan. 9th, 2012 10:00 am
The Erie County Industrial Development Agency Aids popular culinary company to keep it cooking locally - Dec. 19th, 2011 1:00 pm
Erie County Industrial Development Agency approves over $1.2 Million in Incentives to assist three projects totaling more than $12 Million in new investment - Nov. 21st, 2011 12:00 pm
In a global economy, international trade shows play a big role - View All News
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- RDC Loan Committee Meeitng
Feb. 3rd, 2012 8:30 am - BUDC Board of Directors Meeting
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ECIDA Spotlight
Let's Cross That Bridge When We Get To It!Why wait? A planned pedestrian bridge was recently installed at Ship Canal Commons within Buffalo's Lakeside Commerce Park. |
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We would like to share with you, this photo of the installation, taken in late December, 2011 by Phil Riggs, ECIDA Facility and Rail Site Manager. Phil has played an instrumental in this transformational development project - as a shared project resource to the Buffalo Urban Development Corporation. Not familiar with Ship Canal Commons? Click here to learn more about it. See you at the park this Spring (bring your walking shoes)!
Welcoming our Newest Employee - Chris Scalisi!International trade is an important factor in the economic recovery of our region (and our nation)! Here at the ECIDA, our International Team assists local companies looking to export their goods and services. These companies rely on our experienced staff to guide them regarding the various products to help finance and reduce risks associated with these international sales. When a position became available on our International Team, the ECIDA was fortunate to find someone with the international expertise and local knowledge to take on the role of International Programs Manager. Join us in welcoming Chris Scalisi to the ECIDA! |
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Prior to joining the ECIDA, Chris held various roles in the custom brokerage and logistics industry. Chris has a strong understanding of international trade and the benefits it provides for local and regional economic development growth. Chris worked in both the private and public sectors on a variety of projects including industry specific sector analysis and development of cross vertical and horizontal business resources to attract foreign direct investment in the United States.
Chris has an impressive educational background including an Associates of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Erie County Community College, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management from D'Youville College, and is nearing the completion of his Masters of Science degree in International Business at D'Youville College. His graduate thesis is "Local Government & Non Government Organization Policies Attracting Foreign Direct Investment in the Western New York Region".
Sweet Success!Have you been to the Black Rock section of the City lately? If not, a road-trip is definitely in order! Delish, a well-known Buffalo-based bakery recently moved to 414 Amherst Street and has expanded its offerings to include an upscale espresso bar. The bakery treats are amazing and so is the coffee! Read more about Delish' success here. |
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While in Black Rock recently, we met up with Mark Kubiniak, President of the Grant Amherst Business Association. Mark revealed much about the area's rich history and promising future. "Look around and you will see a ton of investment being made by business owners in the area" explains Mark. So whether it's the emerging arts community, the neighborhood festivals or simply the wonderful businesses in the area that draw you to Black Rock, a visit to this promising neighborhood is certainly worth the trip. While there, don't forget to stop at Delish for a steaming hot honey cinnamon latte!
Small Businesses Seek and Find Assistance through the ECIDAWe've all heard it said that small businesses will be the catalyst for improving our economy. We've also heard that it's tough for small businesses to get a bank loan. So how will these small businesses grow and create jobs? |
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One solution may be the ECIDA's newest loan program that seeks to provide the funding to small businesses when they've been turned down for bank financing. Since its inception last fall, the ECIDA has completed 3 loans to local small businesses under the ECIDA's Business Stimulus loan program.
Is an ECIDA loan right for your expanding business? Find out by contacting us today at 716.856.6525.
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