At Empire State Development (ESD), New York State’s primary agent for economic development, we know that New York is the best place to live, work and do business. Whether you are an international company or a small business, a manufacturer or a life sciences lab, we are confident that we have a program or incentive that meets your needs. In partnership with the public and private sectors, we spur continued innovation and growth, constantly revising the tools in our toolbox to give businesses the competitive advantage they need to succeed in New York. 
 
As part of Governor Paterson’s plan to grow our economy and get New Yorkers back to work, ESD has developed an agile economic development strategy geared toward creating the jobs New Yorkers want. To that end, we are proud to introduce the latest incentive programs in our arsenal: the Small Business Revolving Loan Fund and the Excelsior Jobs Program, two of the most researched economic development programs you’ll find anywhere.
 
And while we invite you to consider New York State for your business and investment, we also want you to visit and discover for yourself a superior quality of life for all who live and work in New York State. After all, we have some friends in high places who love the state as well, and they were willing to go on record about it… for free. Alec Baldwin, Tina Fey, Rachael Ray and Mark Sanchez joined forces with legendary director Bob Giraldi to create 30-second TV spots produced pro-bono for I LOVE NEW YORK, New York State’s iconic tourism campaign. The tourism industry plays a crucial role in New York’s economic well-being and I LOVE NEW YORK’s efforts will surely impact and bolster visitation throughout the entire state, especially as we continue to weather a difficult fiscal climate.

Sincerely,

Dennis M. Mullen
ESD Chairman & CEO