< Roc Paper Straws can now be found in all Wegmans restaurants and stores. The partnership between the two Rochester-based companies began when Wegmans’ Sustainability Coordinator, Marie McNally, read a story about Roc Paper Straw’s grand opening. Wegmans ran a test-pilot with Roc Paper Straws in their Amore and Next Door restaurants, and customers much … Continued

< The PGA’s 2nd major of the year returns to Rochester, NY’s Oak Hill Country Club where 225,000+ spectators are expected to attend. The 2023 PGA Championship returns to Rochester, NY’s Oak Hill Country Club May 15-21. Fans can expect a jam-packed week that will showcase the very best golf has to offer. Bryan Karns, … Continued

< 30,000 people are expected to attend Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival, which will feature 354 separate exhibits. Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival is a special event that showcases the creative and innovative spirit of RIT students, faculty, and staff. The festival is free to attend, and has been a launch pad for … Continued

< The University of Rochester is holding its annual University Technology Showcase where researchers from local universities network and share new innovations with companies and the general public. The University Technology Showcase brings local universities and companies together to share the latest research and innovation happening in the Greater Rochester, NY region. The event is … Continued

< Convergent offers telecom services that differentiate from competition due to their localized customer service team. Since taking over three years ago, President Raj Shah has put the company on a fast track to success. Taking advantage of the post-COVID video calling fatigue, Convergent makes it easy for businesses to communicate via landline, cellphone, or … Continued

< Li-Cycle’s Rochester, NY Hub will be the first-of-its-kind commercial hydrometallurgical battery resource recovery facility in North America. The hub will create 270 jobs. Li-Cycle is investing $375 million in a new Rochester, NY hub that will produce recycled critical materials for lithium-ion batteries to power the clean energy transition and will be one of … Continued

< OTEX Protective manufactures patented PPE that protects commercial electricians from toxic fumes while working in the field. OTEX Protective manufactures their patented PPE locally in Rochester, NY.  In addition to protecting from heat and light, the PPE is designed to protect commercial electricians from toxic fumes while working in the field.  Through CEO Jake … Continued

< Karma Water to Offer New Sustainable Hydration Kits Karma Water, manufactured in Rochester, NY, is known for its patented, nutrient-infused product line of flavored waters. The company is launching a new direct-to-consumer sustainable hydration kit, which includes a reusable bottle and a supply of nutrient-filled caps.  Hear more about this innovative Rochester-based beverage company … Continued

< IT Insights is Growing in Rochester, NY The GRE Economic Gardening program provided IT Insights with new sales and research tools to spur the company’s growth. Coupling this knowledge with access to Rochester’s talented workforce creates a winning opportunity to accelerate IT Insights’ growth. Chris BIerasinski, Vice President of Business Development, discusses why IT … Continued

< GRE secured 40 project wins in 2022, representing more than $1.2 Billion of New Capital Investments GRE had a record 2022, helping businesses like Edwards, Baldwin Richardson Foods, Ionomr Innovations, and Li-Cycle grow in the Greater Rochester, NY region. This success, according to GRE’s Matt Hurlbutt, is about Rochester’s smart people, smart businesses, and … Continued

< Workinman Interactive, a leader in casual games, continues to grow in Rochester, NY Rochester, NY-based Workinman Interactive is the mastermind behind digital games for companies like Nickelodeon, Disney, Sesame Street, and Marvel. The New York State Digital Game Development Tax Credit Program and well-trained game design talent from RIT make Rochester the right place … Continued

< Finger Lakes Wines Continue to Garner Awards The Finger Lakes wine region consistently produces world-class wines. Boundary Breaks Vineyard’s Dry Riesling was named one of Wine Spectator’s Top 100 wines. Bruce Murray of Boundary Breaks Vineyard discusses the region’s unique role in the wine industry in this GRE WROC TV Why Roc TV interview.

< Talent, Proximity to Customers, and Hydropower Attracted Edwards to Greater Rochester Edwards, a leading supplier of vacuum and abatement equipment essential to the semiconductor supply chain, will invest $319 million and create 600 new jobs in the Greater Rochester, NY region’s Genesee County. Edwards’ Scott Balaguer, Vice President of Global Business Development, notes, “We … Continued

< Rochester’s Optics Strengths Fuels Vuzix’s Growth Vuzix, an augmented reality technology industry leader, announced plans to expand the manufacturing of its proprietary waveguide components, the magic display system behind its smart glasses, in Rochester, NY. Hear more about this business’ growth plans and why Paul Travers, president and CEO, chose to expand in the … Continued

< Digital Hyve is part of Downtown Rochester Revitalization We featured Digital Hyve’s president Keith Betz in this week’s GRE WROC Why Roc TV interview. Betz noted that small businesses can fuel growth by building a community of loyal customers. Watch the complete interview here.

< Calvary Robotics’s Automation Solutions Boost Productivity and Growth Calvary Robotics has been on an upward trajectory – hiring more than 100 people this year alone. Watch this GRE WROC Why Roc TV interview with Mark Chaney, CEO and owner of Calvary Robotics, to learn more about the automation solutions his team is creating to … Continued

< RTMA’s Roc With Your Hands event introduces students to jobs in advanced manufacturing Roc with Your Hands was created by the Rochester Technology and Manufacturing Association (RTMA) to introduce students to hands-on careers in advanced manufacturing, skilled trades, heavy equipment, and automotive technology. Watch this GRE WROC Why Roc segment to learn more about … Continued

< Ithaca Hummus and LiDestri Food and Drink partner to create unique products Leaders from Ithaca Hummus and LiDestri Food and Drink have partnered to commercialize the best-tasting hummus.  Chris Kirby, founder and president of Ithaca Hummus notes, “Today, because of that, we’re nationwide and the fastest-growing premium brand in the segment.” The assets found … Continued

< Rochester, NY plays an integral role in Kodak’s Growth Strategy Rochester, NY plays an integral role in Kodak’s growth strategies as the company leverages its strengths in advanced materials and chemicals. Kodak Executive Chairman and CEO Jim Continenza noted “Rochester has a great work base. They’re loyal, they’re smart, they’re well-educated, and they want … Continued

< RDDC begins the process to create a Business Improvement District in the City of Rochester The planning process has begun for a Business Improvement District (BID) in the City of Rochester. News 8’s Ally Peters spoke with Galin Brooks, the President, and CEO of the Rochester Downtown Development Corporation (RDDC), about the BID and the … Continued