Industry
New York Solar Farm Earns Top NYSERDA Installer Certification
NYSSF recognized as a Platinum Status Designer for quality solar installations across New York State.

Caribou Coffee Expands to Long Island with New Shops
The Minneapolis-based coffee chain plans to open locations in Westbury and East Farmingdale.
American Express Named Official Payments Partner of NFL
Multi-year global partnership will bring exclusive experiences and perks to Amex cardholders at NFL events worldwide.
Business Strategy
New York Bill Aims to Boost Historic Tax Credits for Buffalo's Largest Buildings
State Senator Proposes Tripling Tax Credit to $15 Million for Restoring 'White Elephant' Structures

Grassi Expands Leadership Team
Accounting firm with Long Island presence adds new executives and promotes from within.
Bard College Receives $82M Real Estate Donation in Hudson
The college has been tight-lipped about its plans for the properties.
Startups
Allbirds, Once a $4 Billion Darling, Sells for $39 Million
The sustainable sneaker brand struggled with declining sales and losses before being acquired by American Exchange Group.

Curanex Advances Phyto-N Toward IND Submission in 2026 Annual Report
Pharmaceutical company highlights manufacturing, toxicology, and regulatory progress for lead ulcerative colitis asset.
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Jordan Kinne
Jordan Kinne, 35, is co-founder and CEO of Inkling, a nationally recognized experiential marketing agency.
Jobs
Church Edit Promotes Maria Machado to Main Roster
Machado's creative voice and global brand work earn her a spot on the company's top talent roster.

Kelly Hayes, 34, Named to BizBash 40 Under 40 List
IDEKO account manager recognized for building lasting client relationships and executing high-profile events
2026 BizBash 40 Under 40: Nicole Stephens
Nicole Stephens, 37, is events and partnerships manager for The Weather Company.
Human Resources
Swiss Re Fails to Dismiss Lawsuit Over Retirement Plan Fees
Judge rules former employees sufficiently alleged ERISA violations in $1.45 billion plan

Poll Reveals Gender Pay Gap Perceptions Differ Between Men and Women
New survey shows stark divide in how US workers view pay equity issues.
Rochester Schools Seek New Payroll System After Troubled Year
District aims to replace payroll platform that caused issues for employees in 2025.
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