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To create any thriving industry, our region requires strong support services for working families. That’s why NENY is launching an accelerator designed specifically to help childcare providers in our region build sustainable businesses while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This program offers practical tools, expert mentorship, and strategies to avoid burnout—empowering you to make a lasting impact in your community. Interested in growing your childcare business? Apply here: bit.ly/462SknE ... See MoreSee Less

Thank you to our partners, IncubatorWorks and the Chemung County Legislature for hosting us at your meeting this week! Deputy Director, Emily Marino and Kari Bayait presented to this welcoming group about what NENY is, who it's for and what opportunities there are for the Southern Tier. Thanks for joining us, Ashleigh Madison, Liane O'Brien and Ed Bond! ... See MoreSee Less

UPDATE: Tuesday classes are LIVE in Elmira and Thursdays are on Zoom!

Turn your business idea into reality! Join our September Co.Starters class to gain the tools, knowledge, and community support you need to grow. Scholarships are available.

Interested? Reach out to kbarres@incworks.org or apply here: tinyurl.com/y59m5bz9
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UPDATE: Tuesday classes are LIVE in Elmira and Thursdays are on Zoom!

Turn your business idea into reality! Join our September Co.Starters class to gain the tools, knowledge, and community support you need to grow. Scholarships are available.

Interested? Reach out to kbarres@incworks.org or apply here:  https://tinyurl.com/y59m5bz9

Today was all about celebrating growth
Growth of our graduates.
Growth of IncubatorWorks programming.
Growth of our incredible staff, who give so much to the communities we serve.

Our team gathered for a celebratory lunch at Solera Tap House, co-owned and co-operated by IncubatorWorks graduate Connor Evans. Connor completed Co.Starters Cohort #1 alongside our Makerspace Coordinator, Ed Bond—over six years ago! It felt fitting to celebrate in a space that reflects what we do best: fostering an entrepreneurial community.

We took this time to honor Terel Marshburn, our Chemung County Program Manager. Terel has:

✅ Co-Facilitated our Business Plan Class, helping 24 entrepreneurs build their businesses (while awarding $72,000 in participant support stipends on behalf of New Energy New York).
✅ Mentored participants in Co.Starters cohorts, the Summer Youth Entrepreneurship Program, Corning Community Colleges EOP program, and Elmira High School students through the Junior Achievement pitch competition
✅ Supported our Makerspace and managed the Elmira Incubator

While this lunch was a “see you later” to Terel as he steps into his new role as Director of Economic Development in Oneonta (#otsegonow), it’s not goodbye. We are thrilled to continue collaborating with him in the economic development space.

In just six years, IncubatorWorks has hosted 19 cohorts—with Cohort #20 launching in two weeks!

It truly As Terel often says, “teamwork makes the dream work”, and we are grateful for ours. 💙
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Today was all about celebrating growth
Growth of our graduates.
Growth of IncubatorWorks programming.
Growth of our incredible staff, who give so much to the communities we serve.

Our team gathered for a celebratory lunch at Solera Tap House, co-owned and co-operated by IncubatorWorks graduate Connor Evans. Connor completed Co.Starters Cohort #1 alongside our Makerspace Coordinator, Ed Bond—over six years ago! It felt fitting to celebrate in a space that reflects what we do best: fostering an entrepreneurial community.

We took this time to honor Terel Marshburn, our Chemung County Program Manager. Terel has:

✅ Co-Facilitated our Business Plan Class, helping 24 entrepreneurs build their businesses (while awarding $72,000 in participant support stipends on behalf of New Energy New York).
✅ Mentored participants in Co.Starters cohorts, the Summer Youth Entrepreneurship Program, Corning Community Colleges EOP program, and Elmira High School students through the Junior Achievement pitch competition
✅ Supported our Makerspace and managed the Elmira Incubator

While this lunch was a “see you later” to Terel as he steps into his new role as Director of Economic Development in Oneonta (#otsegonow), it’s not goodbye. We are thrilled to continue collaborating with him in the economic development space.

In just six years, IncubatorWorks has hosted 19 cohorts—with Cohort #20 launching in two weeks! 

It truly As Terel often says, “teamwork makes the dream work”, and we are grateful for ours. 💙Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

What an amazing graduation & pitch competition yesterday!

Our students impressed us with their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Here’s the full roll call of teams who presented:

💡 Eco Car Comfort – Alana Heath, Alana Brink, Isabelle Pack
💡 Hydro Sweepers – Isaiah Brown-Williams, Terel Williams
💡 Man Made Maids – Bradley Terwilliger, Aiden Taylor, Rose Lewis
💡 Power Parking – Juan Ocasio, Charelston Metro, Jonathan McNerlin, Logan Church 🥈 2nd Place!
💡 TJM Tech – Marisol Jones, Ta’Niyah Hope, Jayda Mixon 🏆 1st Place!

A huge thank-you to our judges for sharing their time and expertise:
A’Don Allen (YWCA Elmira and the Twin Tiers)
Emmi Saufley (Runway for a Cause)
Renee Wheeler (Chemung Canal Trust Company)

We’re also grateful to Corning Credit Union for sponsoring the Chromebook distribution, The Hilliard Corporation for sponsoring our etiquette dinner, and to New Energy New York for making this summer possible.
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What an amazing graduation & pitch competition yesterday!

Our students impressed us with their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit. Here’s the full roll call of teams who presented:

💡 Eco Car Comfort – Alana Heath, Alana Brink, Isabelle Pack
💡 Hydro Sweepers – Isaiah Brown-Williams, Terel Williams
💡 Man Made Maids – Bradley Terwilliger, Aiden Taylor, Rose Lewis
💡 Power Parking – Juan Ocasio, Charelston Metro, Jonathan McNerlin, Logan Church 🥈 2nd Place!
💡 TJM Tech – Marisol Jones, Ta’Niyah Hope, Jayda Mixon 🏆 1st Place!

A huge thank-you to our judges for sharing their time and expertise:
A’Don Allen (YWCA Elmira and the Twin Tiers)
Emmi Saufley (Runway for a Cause)
Renee Wheeler (Chemung Canal Trust Company)

We’re also grateful to Corning Credit Union for sponsoring the Chromebook distribution, The Hilliard Corporation for sponsoring our etiquette dinner, and to New Energy New York for making this summer possible.Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

Our students have been hard at work preparing for graduation tomorrow! Today they practiced their pitches, and we were blown away by their creativity and growth. We can’t wait to celebrate all they’ve accomplished! ... See MoreSee Less

Our students have been hard at work preparing for graduation tomorrow! Today they practiced their pitches, and we were blown away by their creativity and growth. We can’t wait to celebrate all they’ve accomplished!Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Turn your business idea into reality! Join our September Co.Starters class to gain the tools, knowledge, and community support you need to grow. Scholarships are available.

Interested? Reach out to kbarres@incworks.org or apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/1tW80XNc8dSYk7mPhycE5nvvstY9aO63yjx_A5agDVOU/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawJaa2...
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Turn your business idea into reality! Join our September Co.Starters class to gain the tools, knowledge, and community support you need to grow. Scholarships are available.

Interested? Reach out to kbarres@incworks.org or apply here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1tW80XNc8dSYk7mPhycE5nvvstY9aO63yjx_A5agDVOU/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawJaa2RleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbZcdr5lWorFEf2-a_75Rp6xMO7vyjAf9yrf1czi58u1XbN2T2uhZ5CBJw_aem_CN7DkUrXdOX-rwoV6-YFUA&edit_requested=truember

Ready to master buying or selling a business?

Join us on August 27th at FLX Works in Watkins Glen, NY, for an exclusive Boot Camp designed to guide you through the essentials of business transactions. From smart negotiations to accurate valuations, this session is packed with insights to empower your entrepreneurial journey.

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