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Longport, N.J. – Today, the Business Council of New York State was honored with the 2024 Leadership Award from the Conference of State Manufacturers Associations, whose members also serve as the National Association of Manufacturers’ official state partners and drive manufacturers’ priorities on state issues, mobilize local communities and help move federal policy from the ground up in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. BCNYS was recognized for their work to attract and maintain the manufacturing workforce.

“We congratulate BCNYS and President and CEO Heather Mulligan for their work to overcome significant legislative challenges this past year while engaging in critical programs to increase the state’s workforce,” said Utah Manufacturers Association President and CEO, NAM board member and COSMA Chair Todd Bingham. “Continued focus on sound policy and engaging with the next generation of manufacturing workers shows what our state groups can do to prove that the United States remains the strongest manufacturing economy in the world.”

The Leadership Award recognizes the achievement of a state manufacturing association that has developed impactful initiatives to support manufacturers and strengthen manufacturing in their state. BCNYS worked diligently throughout the year to engage effectively with the state legislature on high-stakes regulatory and policy priorities to maintain a competitive business climate for New York’s manufacturers. Additionally, they spearheaded the CareerLaunch program with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area to connect businesses to a skilled workforce in an ongoing effort to close the jobs gap in the state. The program works to help young adults in and out of school explore career pathways and teaches financial literacy skills, confidence boosting and resume and interview prep.

“BCNYS worked tirelessly to help drive meaningful policy decisions while exploring new avenues to connect more New Yorkers with opportunities in manufacturing,” said NAM President and CEO Jay Timmons. “The NAM congratulates Heather and the entire organization for its dedicated, successful efforts to spur manufacturing growth, allowing their workers and businesses to invest in their communities and thrive across the Empire State.”