SEDC July 2026 Newsletter

July

SEDC!

“As we celebrate Independence Day, our Nation’s 250th Birthday, we reflect on the values that have shaped our country – freedom, opportunity, resilience, and innovation. These same principles continue to inspire the work we do at Saratoga Economic Development Corporation every day to strengthen our local economy and create opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs and families throughout Saratoga County.

The Fourth of July is a time to honor those who have served our country, celebrate the spirit of American ingenuity, and recognize the power of our community to work together towards a brighter future.

On behalf of the Saratoga Economic Development Corporation, our Board of Directors and Staff, I wish you and your family a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day! May our Nation’s Holiday remind us of the possibilities that come from working together and investing in the future of Saratoga County."

Greg Connors

Check out upcoming events that are designed to

connect Member/Stakeholders and engage connections!

SEDC August Mixer

Join

SEDC

and the

Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

at the

Hideaway

Saratoga Lake Golf Course

Thursday, August 13, 2026

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Join SEDC and the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce at the Hideaway, located at the Saratoga Lake Golf Course, for an evening of networking and relationship building. Take the opportunity to enjoy an evening overlooking the beautiful Saratoga Lake Golf Course

while making new, and strengthening existing connections!

Admission Fee - $10 For Members

Event Sponsor

Its Time

for the

SEDC

Annual Golf Fundraiser!

at the

Saratoga Lake Golf Course

Thursday, September 10

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The 2026 SEDC Annual Golf Outing will be on Thursday, September 10th at the

Saratoga Lake Golf Club. Enjoy a day on the links with fellow SEDC member/stakeholders. Before, during, and after the round, there will be networking opportunities,

food provided by The Hideaway, and contests throughout the course!

Click Here for Sponsorship Information and to Register

Enter the Email that is associated with your SEDC Membership to access the information

September

Coffee Connector

Thursday, September 17

8:30-9:30 A.M.

Holiday Inn

232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

Email Joanne to Register

Industrial Development Agencies

Economic Impact Analysis

Cumulative Impact of Saratoga County

Economic Development Projects 2020-2025

Saratoga County - Clifton Park -Mechanicville/Stillwater

The Saratoga County Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) retained Camoin Associates to measure the potential economic impacts of Saratoga County economic development projects approved from 2020 through 2025. This includes 54 projects facilitated by the Saratoga County Industrial Development Agency, the Clifton Park IDA, and the Mechanicville-Stillwater IDA. This analysis aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the projects' total economic and employment impacts on Saratoga County, including those from the construction phase and on-site operations.

Read the Full Report Here

SEDC Extends our Thanks to the

Local Industrial Development Agencies

Welcome to SEDC's Newest Member/Stakeholders!

SEDC Staff and the First Friday Initiative!

Each month, SEDC Staff will be volunteering at various

Saratoga County nonprofits.

If SEDC can support your local nonprofit, contact Joanne Kirkpatrick at jkirkpatrick@saratogaedc.com to schedule

Were you seen at an SEDC Event?

Did you know that there is a photo Gallery available on the SEDC Website?

Go to Photo Gallery - Saratoga Economic Development to see all of the photos taken by Ironglass Productions at SEDC Events to see if you made the Gallery!

Breaking News!

New SEDC Member/Stakeholder Benefit!

WE WANT TO FEATURE YOU!

SEDC is excited to share an easier way for Member/Stakeholders to be featured on the SEDC website and/or in the Stakeholder Spotlight!

Please add breakingnews@saratogaedc.com to all of your media distribution lists!

Send us press releases, image(s), website articles, or a featured news piece that you would like to share with your fellow SEDC Member/Stakeholders!

SEDC would be happy to provide our current Media Distribution List if you are in the process of building or updating one for your company.

If interested email Keith at keithv@saratogaedc.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center's

SPAC 60 Edition was recently features in the Times Union!

SPAC created in an 'act of belief'

CEO Elizabeth Sobol reflects on why the founder's promise

remains vital 60 years later

Read the Article Here!

There is Still Time to Register!

As one of the premier events of the Saratoga summer,

consider joining Honorary Chairs Paul and Gwendolyn Harding for an evening spent mingling with friends and special guests from the world of Thoroughbred Racing at the

2026 An Unbridled Affair

This year, CAPTAIN is proud to honor Tony and Joyce Mashuta as Community Heroes, in appreciation of their longstanding commitment to strengthening the Capital Region through philanthropy and partnership.

Thank You to our Community Partners

Thank You to our Founder Stakeholders

SEDC Mission Statement

Saratoga Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is a private sector, non-profit consulting firm established in 1978. With more than 45 years of economic development success, we are the primary resource and first-point of contact for any business or individual considering an investment in Saratoga County, New York.

SEDC works collaboratively with state, regional and local government on economic development programs currently available for targeted sectors. SEDC also encourages investment in our existing industries, attraction of new business, the creation of new and permanent full-time jobs and the opportunity of complementary business development operations.

SEDC will coordinate available incentives and provide direction for your specific project. We bring a degree of experience and confidentiality that sets us apart from other economic development organizations.

Saratoga County, New York is OPEN for BUSINESS and SEDC is ready to help!