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Let Your Voice Be Heard!

Join us at the Rockland County Economic Development Forum on May 14, 2025

Rockland County Economic Development Forum:

Facts, Future & Your Voice

Rockland County encourages all stakeholders to get involved in the conversation about economic development.

As part of this year’s Economic Development Week (May 11-16, 2025), Rockland County will host its inaugural Economic Development Forum on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.  The event will be split into two sessions – one in the morning and one in the evening.

The morning session is solely for stakeholders involved in economic development including businesses, municipal leaders, government agency representatives, nonprofits, and more.

Registration is required.
 CLICK HERE for details and to register.

The evening session is the public’s opportunity to come and learn about Rockland’s economy, along with exploring challenges, impacts, benefits, and more. FREE childcare will be provided for ages 4-9.

Registration is required. 
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Introducing The Rockland Roundtable Newsletter!

To increase information sharing and to foster dialogue about economic development, the County has launched The Rockland Roundtable, a new quarterly newsletter! Each newsletter will include topics of interest to the community, news and events, helpful tips, stories of successful people and businesses in Rockland County, an invitation for feedback, and much more!

CLICK HERE for more information.

 

Economic Development

Conveniently located within 30 miles northwest of New York City along the Hudson River, Rockland County is perfectly positioned to welcome new business opportunities with low costs, targeted incentives, and the space to grow. Rockland offers easily accessible transportation, a highly-educated talent pool, and workforce support, all within a beautiful setting with many recreational options.

Rockland is Right for Business!

  • Strategic location with close proximity to New York City
  • Average commute time of 30 minutes
  • 4 major airports within 50 miles
  • Easy connections to NYS Thruway I-87, Palisades Interstate Parkway, and Garden State Parkway
  • A+ bond rating 1
  • 10,000+ employers and 120,000+ employees 2
  • Home to major companies such as Pfizer,  Caribbean Food Delights,  Nice-Pak,  Daikin America and Streit’s Matzo
  • Highly qualified and diverse workforce
  • Abundant outdoor space and recreational opportunities

Sources: 1. Fitch Ratings, 2022. 2. US Census Bureau, 2020.

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ROCKLAND COUNTY IS INVESTED IN YOUR SUCCESS!

Rockland County is rich with resources and experts who are ready to help your business succeed. We have compiled a comprehensive list of resources and partner organizations to support businesses at any stage.

ROCKLAND COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Rockland County Department of Economic Development connects companies with incentives, programs and services that encourage business attraction, retention and expansion.

The county offers a highly educated and diversified workforce and a proactive business environment designed to help your business succeed.

OUR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Rockland County has a network of business savvy professionals ready to support the needs of your organization and/or your specific project. Below are some of the ways we are ready to assist:

SITE SELECTION: Identification of potential sites that fit your site requirements and coordination of site visits.

FACILITATION & COORDINATION: Navigation of local government agencies to get your questions answered on a broad range of issues including zoning, permitting, transportation, etc.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Coordination with workforce development professionals, educational institutions, and training and certification programs.

NETWORKING & RESOURCES: Introductions to local business contacts and business support and networking organizations.

GRANTS & INCENTIVES: Providing information and technical assistance for grants, incentives, and other opportunities.

FINANCING PROGRAMS: Information about financing programs available from government and private institutions.

MARKETING: Promotion of Rockland County businesses on explorerocklandny.com and via other official County communications channels.

DATA RESOURCE: Serving as an information depository, by providing demographic, market, and other data.

Rockland County Business Incentives

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Rockland County Executive Ed Day presents Kathrin U. Jansen, Senior Vice President, and Head of Vaccine Research & Development at Pfizer and her colleague Steve Bjornson, Vice President, and Chief Operating Officer of Vaccine Research & Development with a Key to the County Award for their commitment to science and saving lives.

Contact Us

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS AND/OR COMMENTS RELATED TO SUPPORTING OR GROWING YOUR BUSINESS IN ROCKLAND COUNTY?

We can help you. Contact our office today at 845-364-2170 or complete the form below. You will receive a response within 1-2 business days.

Economic Development Contact Form