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New York State Department of Economic Development Subject Files of Deputy Commissioner for Business Development


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Overview of the Records

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New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series contains videocassettes and correspondence files generated by the Deputy Commissioner for Business Development's office. The records document this office's responsibilities within the Department of Economic Development for promoting business development and tourism within New York State. A major portion of the records contain information gathered on high-level contacts made with businesses that would potentially relocate to or expand in New York, and steps taken by the agency to promote business development in New York.
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Subject files of Deputy Commissioner for Business Development
Quantity:

13 cubic feet

37 VHS video cassettes

Inclusive Dates:
1995-2007
Series Number:
22027

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Administrative History

The Deputy Commissioner for Business Development's office provides a range of services supporting local economic development, which are designed to promote economic and job growth by existing firms in New York State and to encourage out-of-state firms to locate in New York. Through regional offices, it assists businesses and local economic development professionals in accessing the State's many programs, and assists central State agencies and authorities in delivering their services.

Scope and Content Note

This series contains videocassettes and correspondence files generated by the Deputy Commissioner for Business Development's office during the tenure of David Catalfano. The records document this office's responsibilities within the Department of Economic Development for promoting business development and tourism within New York State. A major portion of the records contain information gathered on high-level contacts made with businesses that would potentially relocate to or expand in New York, and steps taken by the agency to promote business development in New York. Included in the records are videocassettes promoting recreation, travel, and tourism through the "I Love New York" campaign, and videocassettes featuring Governor George Pataki, which include the 1998 "State of the State" address.

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