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The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN)


Fostering a Dynamic Entrepreneurial Environment

Our community must foster a dynamic entrepreneurial environment that provides the training and mentoring that entrepreneurs need to successfully bring their ideas to the marketplace. We want to keep entrepreneurs here in our community, and attract the expertise and capital they need to start their businesses, so they will create the next generation of high-tech companies that will provide jobs and investment in Monroe County.”

— Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks 

Program Overview

The Entrepreneurs Network is a six-month program designed to optimize exposure to, and interaction with, leading local and national entrepreneurial experts. Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced the creation of The Entrepreneurs Network in her 2006 State of the County Address, as part of her commitment to strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial economy, and retain and attract jobs and investment.

The Entrepreneurs Network was created based on the best practices of leading entrepreneurial education, training and networking programs and serves a regional audience spanning Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Ithaca, New York. Its mission is to promote job growth and business development by providing our region’s entrepreneurs with hands-on education and training, as well as access to the resources critical to building successful new ventures.

Members of The Entrepreneurs Network attend exclusive boot camps and workshops focused on topics such as entrepreneurship, sales effectiveness and financing. In addition, a series of public panel events are held to ensure that all companies in our region can benefit from the national expertise and networks provided through the program. Each of the public panel events are designed to expose entrepreneurs and business leaders to key strategies and practices that can help them take their companies to the next level.

Eligibility Guidelines

Candidates should be founders, CEOs, Presidents or hold a controlling position in an established technology-based business.

Cost

Approved applicants will be charged a one-time processing fee of $350. This discounted rate is made possible by The County of Monroe Industrial Development Agency (COMIDA), TEN’s lead sponsor, allowing quality programs to be offered at minimal cost to qualifying entrepreneurs.

TEN Web Site

For more information regarding The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN) visit the web site at

www.ten-ny.org. 

TEN Brochure

Download The Entrepreneurs Network brochure (576k PDF) 

 

Questions - CALL US! (585) 753-2000

 

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Economic Development

Flower City Printing
Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that Flower City Printing has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month” for January.
 
“Our community is recognized as a national leader in the printing industry  and Flower City Printing is one of the companies that put our region on the map,” said Brooks. “I want to thank Flower City Printing for providing good jobs and growing their business in Monroe County.”
Color Methods, Inc., (CMI) Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that Color Methods, Inc., (CMI) a premier audiovisual services company, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.

“CMI Communications, located in Gates, is helping to put Monroe County on the map by providing premier audiovisual services and equipment for company presentations throughout the nation and across the globe,” said Brooks.
PEKO Precision Products

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that PEKO Precision Products, a multi-faceted, advanced center for technology and product commercialization, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.

I am proud to have PEKO Precision Products in Monroe County and am thankful for their commitment to our community,” said Brooks. “For over 40 years, PEKO has continued to grow and flourish right here in Monroe County and they remain here today thanks to our highly skilled workforce and a quality of life that is second to none.
Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc.

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. has been named Monroe County’s "Business of the Month".

"Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. is a perfect example of the spirit of innovation and cutting-edge technology that exists right here in Monroe County," said Brooks. "I am proud to have Sydor in our community as they continue to grow and do business here. In fact, the company has seen tremendous growth in recent years and has been nationally recognized as one of the country’s fastest growing companies. That is something for all of us to take pride in as Sydor continues to put Monroe County on the map."
Drapery Industries, Inc.

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that Drapery Industires, Inc. has been named Monroe County's "Business of the Month" and is featured on Monroe County's website, monroecounty.gov.

"I am proud to announce Drapery Industires, Inc. as the Monroe County Business of the Month.  Drapery Industries is a great company and I am proud to have them right here in our community," said Brooks.  "For over forty years, Drapery Industries has served our region, providing quality services and custom products, and their continued commitment to customer service truly sets them apart."
Lanovara Specialty Foods, Inc.

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that Lanovara Specialty Foods, Inc., a leading wholesale food distributor, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.

“Lanovara Specialty Foods, Inc., located in Henrietta, has been a staple of this community since1920, and their success is a testament to their dedication to providing premier Italian baked goods to Monroe County and other areas on the East Coast,” said County Executive Maggie Brooks. “We are proud that they call Monroe County their home and thank them for their continued commitment to expanding their operations here and creating jobs within our community.”

XLI Corporation

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that XLI Corporation, a precision manufacturer, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.

“I am proud to have XLI Corporation in Monroe County and am thankful for their commitment to our community,” said Brooks. “For over 40 years, XLI has continued to grow and flourish here in Monroe County and they remain here today because of our highly skilled workforce. I’d like to thank XLI for their continued commitment to growing and expanding their operations here locally.”

Achieve Results Corp.

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that Achieve Results Corp., an innovative leader in the field of speech recognition software training has been named Monroe County’s "Business of the Month".

 

"Achieve Results is an excellent example of the type of small, innovative business that is currently driving our local economy," said Brooks. "They are one of the many unique companies doing business in Monroe County and I thank Owner Dana Abramson and her outstanding team whose hard-work and commitment make our community a great place to live, work, and do business."

SenDEC Corporation

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that SenDEC Corporation, a comprehensive electronic manufacturing services company, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.

“SenDEC Corporation, located in Fairport, has been a true bright spot in our local economy for the past thirty-one years and I am proud they call Monroe County their home,” said Monroe County Executive Brooks. “I would like to thank SenDEC for their long-standing commitment to offering highly-skilled jobs for residents and growing and expanding their business in our community.”
ELO TouchSystems

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that ELO TouchSystems, a global leader in touch screen technology, has been named Monroe County's "Business of the Month".

 

"ELO TouchSystems is a true bright spot in our local economy, manufacturing incredible high-technology products right here in Monroe County that are sold all over the world," said Monroe County Executive Brooks.  "I would like to thank ELO for their commitment to offering highly-skilled jobs for residents and growing and expanding their business in our community."
Fieldtex Products, Inc.
Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that Fieldtex Products, Inc., a leading textile and medical products manufacturer and distributor has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month”.
 
“I am proud to have Fieldtex Products in Monroe County and am thankful for their commitment to our community,” said Brooks. “Their success is a testament to their dedication to offering the highest quality products and I want to thank them for continuing to grow their business and create jobs in our community.”
 
Post Central

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that Post Central, a Creative Communications Company, has been named Monroe County’s "Business of the Month".

 

"Monroe County has a rich history within the film and video industry and Post Central is certainly carrying on this proud tradition in our community," said Monroe County Executive Brooks. "I would like to thank Post Central for the unique role they play in our local economy and their commitment to offering highly-skilled jobs for residents."
LiDestri Foods, Inc.

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that LiDestri Foods Inc., a full-service contract manufacturer and private labeler of pasta, sauces, dips, and salsas, has been named Monroe County’s "Business of the Month".

 

"For over thirty years, LiDestri Foods has been manufacturing quality food products right here in Monroe County that can be found in many of our kitchen cupboards," said Monroe County Executive Brooks. "I would like to thank LiDestri for their commitment to expanding their business here and providing hundreds of jobs for local residents."

 
Diamond Packaging

Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks today announced that Diamond Packaging, an industry leading high-end printing and packaging company, has been named Monroe County’s “Business of the Month” .

 

“Diamond Packaging is a true bright spot in our local economy,” said Brooks. “Their success is a testament to their dedication to offering the highest quality products and I thank them for investing in our community and creating jobs for local residents.”
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