10.23.23 Advocacy Alert: Buffalo Wins Tech Hub Designation [Preview]
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October 23, 2023
Today, the White House and U.S. Department of Commerce announced which communities have earned the “Tech Hub” designation. Buffalo was among the communities selected, meaning our community will have the opportunity to complete for millions in federal funding for research & development, workforce development, and supply chain upgrades.
Today, the White House and U.S. Department of Commerce announced which communities have earned the “Tech Hub” designation. Buffalo was among the communities selected, meaning our community will have the opportunity to complete for millions in federal funding for research & development, workforce development, and supply chain upgrades.In our application, Buffalo partnered with community leaders in Rochester and Syracuse to form a regional application, called the “NY SMART-I Corridor.” The BNP and other regional leaders in business, nonprofits, higher education, and training collaborated to develop a strong application describing how our region would leverage federal investment.
This designation will provide transformational regional benefits but will also serve the national interest...
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Continue Reading to Learn:
• Hear from Dottie Gallagher, President/CEO of the Buffalo Niagara Partnership
• History of the Tech Hub
• Future Steps
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