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Innovative Manufacturer, Titan Barrel Works, Seeks to Expand Production and Create Jobs

Posted on April 10, 2018April 12, 2018 by Rachel Welch

In 2017, entrepreneurs Michael Georgacopoulos and his partner Christopher Kay sought to reinvent the cooperage business to make things easier, and create more affordable options for wine and spirits manufacturers to barrel-age their products. The result was an innovative stainless-steel and wood barrel that is revolutionizing the industry.

Titan Barrel Works Manufacturing Facility

As demand and production increase, Titan Barrel Works continues to grow here in Dutchess County. Adding up to 20 new jobs by the end of the year, the company’s projected growth and ability to produce 40-50k barrels Titan Barrel could add up to 150 jobs to the area.

International Women’s Day

Posted on March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 by Rachel Welch

For decades, women in Dutchess County have been trailblazing paths in business. Today, on International Women’s Day, and every day- we are proud of the women who set prime examples, push the boundaries, and contribute to our communities in so many ways. Read more about the women impacting business and life here in Dutchess County.

Announcing the REDC PTAC Center at Think Dutchess

Posted on March 1, 2018March 1, 2018 by Rachel Welch

March 1, 2018

REDC Procurement Technical Assistance Center Opens New Satellite Office in Dutchess County, N.Y.

Center Will Partner with Think Dutchess to Support Regional Business Development Activities

(POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – March 1, 2018) — Think Dutchess Alliance for Business is pleased to welcome the new satellite office of Rockland Economic Development Corporation’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center (REDC PTAC) to Dutchess County, N.Y. The new site will be conveniently located at Think Dutchess’ office at 3 Neptune Rd, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12601.

Established in 1986, REDC PTAC is a free resource for businesses pursuing and performing under government contracts. This includes contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies as well as state and local government agencies.

Aligning with Think Dutchess’ goal to advance business expansion in Dutchess County, REDC PTAC offers complimentary government contracting services, such as one-on-one counseling, educational opportunities, certification information and research assistance to identify potential bidding options. Thanks to its new location in Poughkeepsie, REDC PTAC is now well-positioned to offer these types of tailored business assistance and support services to companies in Dutchess County.

“Our goal is to help as many businesses in Dutchess County to sell their products and services to government entities,” said Lin Simeti, PTAC Program Director. “Our business assistance and support network identify and connect small businesses to the right local, state and federal agencies.”

“As a premier business-led organization, Think Dutchess Alliance for Business is proud to partner with REDC PATC to launch its new satellite office,” said Sarah Lee, CEO of Think Dutchess.

“At Think Dutchess, our mission is to serve as a one-stop shop for business development needs and activities in Dutchess County. By welcoming REDC PTAC to join our office, our team will be even better equipped to support, develop and grow business and economic development in the county.”

For more information on REDC PTAC, please visit http://www.redc.org/ptac/ or learn more about its services at https://youtu.be/_mX88Sr18x8.

About Think Dutchess Alliance for Business

Think Dutchess Alliance for Business, formerly Dutchess County Economic Development Corporation, is the one-stop shop for business development needs and activities in Dutchess County, New York. It’s a business-led, nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and economic development corporation, whose mission is to attract, retain, and expand for-profit and not-for-profit businesses for the benefit of Dutchess County. Think Dutchess’ organizational structure includes programs in business retention and expansion, financial counseling and deal structuring, zoning, commercial real estate, innovation and technology, strategic marketing and municipal advocacy. For more information about Think Dutchess Alliance for Business, visit www.thinkduchess.com.

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Media Contact:

Rachel Welch

Communications Coordinator

Think Dutchess Alliance for Business

office: 845.463.5400

direct: 845.463.5401

email: rachel@thinkdutchess.com

Asahi Shuzo International Establishes New York’s Largest Sake Brewery in Dutchess County

Posted on February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 by Rachel Welch

The Japanese company will invest more than $28 million and create 32 new jobs in Hyde Park, N.Y.

L to R: Kazuhiro Sakurai, Tim Ryan, Hiroshi Sakurai. Credit: The Culinary Institute of America

Japanese brewing company Asahi Shuzo International today announced plans to open its first U.S. sake brewery in Dutchess County, N.Y. A maker of world-renowned DASSAI premium sake, the company will invest more than $28 million in a vacant building in Hyde Park, N.Y., aiming to produce more than 332,000 gallons of sake annually. The company’s international expansion will create 32 new jobs.

As part of its decision to expand in Dutchess County, Asahi Shuzo will also partner with the Culinary Institute of America on future R&D opportunities, including the development of new curriculum, certification programs, workshops and special events. The partnership will seek to increase the awareness of sake within the United States market. International Sake Company Moves to Dutchess County

“When looking for a site to build our first U.S. brewery, we knew we wanted to differentiate ourselves from other sake brewers,” said Asahi Shuzo Chairman, Hiroshi Sakurai. “The proximity to The CIA, located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, is an ideal fit. We are excited to cultivate this new relationship.”

To encourage Asahi Shuzo’s growth in Dutchess County, the Think Dutchess Alliance for Business helped Asahi Shuzo secure the new property and appropriate zoning amendments, along with the Town of Hyde Park. Additionally, Empire State Development offered the company up to $588,235 in performance-based tax credits through the Excelsior Jobs Program.

“We’re proud to welcome Japanese brewing company Asahi Shuzo International to Hyde Park, N.Y.,” said Sarah Lee, CEO of Think Dutchess. “The fact that an international beverage producer has chosen to expand in Dutchess County for its first U.S. location proves how fast-growing and innovative our craft beverage and agri-business industry truly is.”

Source: Empire State Development and The Culinary Institute of America

The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory

Posted on October 20, 2017March 29, 2018 by Rachel Welch

The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory

Hudson River Housing has been a cornerstone of community building since 2008. Starting with the Middle Main Initiative, this nonprofit sought to improve the lives of City of Poughkeepsie residents and the community as a whole. In providing economical housing, arts, education and training programs, Hudson River Housing increasing economic impact to revive and celebrate the city of Poughkeepsie.

In 2012, the opportunity to create a tangible expression of hope came in the form of the National Historic Site, The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory. Leveraging existing community relationships and resources, Hudson River Housing redeveloped The Underwear Factory into a mixed-use facility for housing, retail and community programs. Today the building is quickly becoming a community hub which provides education, entertainment, jobs and training programs that are enriching the neighborhood while strengthening the local economy.

Currently home to 15 low-cost housing units and 3 floors of community space occupied by Mid-Hudson Heritage, Mill Street Loft, Spark Media Project and the Poughkeepsie Open Kitchen. The city’s first community commercial kitchen stewards two local start-ups- North River Roasters and Earth, Wind and Fuego. Additionally, more than a dozen food entrepreneurs are now closer to launching start-ups of their own thanks to the ability of the organization to connect all of its arms to create opportunity at the local level.

Our Non-Profit of the Year award winner at the 2017 Business Excellence Awards has helped spark the energy bubbling over in this city on the go. Attracting business, talent, entrepreneurs and building community spirit, Hudson River Housing and The Underwear Factory continues to propel the development in our region.

NATIONAL RESOURCES ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF FORMER IBM CAMPUS

Posted on September 1, 2017March 29, 2018 by Rachel Welch

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:

Lynne M. Ward

National Resources

(203) 661-0055

lward@nationalresources.com

East Fishkill, New York – September 1, 2017 – National Resources (NRE) has acquired the former IBM East Campus in Fishkill, New York. NRE is taking ownefulfillment00-acres of land with 2 million square feet of buildings from GlobalFoundries.

The Campus is set to become one of NRE’s signature i.Park’s, a branded mixed-use tech/flex redevelopment with retail, hotel and residential components.

GlobalFoundries, with 2,500 employees, will continue to own 160-acres where it manufactures the 300 mm wafer and will lease several buildings from NRE. IBM and eMagin will lease offices, laboratories and clean rooms keeping the tech heart of the park in place. Several high bay spaces are to be leased to new users and high cube build-to-suit warehouses have been designed for distribution and fulfillment centers seeking the direct access to I-84 and New York City at this location.

Over the past six months, NRE has been working with Dutchess County Executive’s Office, Think Dutchess Alliance for Business, the Town of East Fishkill and Empire State Development prepare the site with the suitable zoning and parcel subdivision in order to secure users for its new commercial, industrial and mixed-use facilities.

Joseph Cotter, President of NRE and Lynne Ward, Executive Vice President, are striving for another success to compliment their fully leased portfolio of i.Parks in the NY/CT Metro Area. NRE is a specialist real estate development and investment firm that focuses on the redevelopment of corporate industrial sites and is best known for its landmark waterfront residences and innovative i.Parks. These branded i.Parks take full advantage of infill locations accessible to commercial centers and transportation nodes. Current and past projects include i.Park Hudson in Yonkers, New York; i.Park Norwalk in Norwalk, CT and i.Park Lake Success in Long Island, NY.

“The business plan is to take advantage of the $1 billion in infrastructure that currently exists at the site and provide new warehouse distribution opportunities in the I-84 corporate growth corridor. The skilled workforce in the area should be a major attraction for employers,” according to Joseph Cotter.

For more information on National Resources, visit http://www.NationalResources.com.

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