Our First ACE Creative Economy Mixer of 2021:
Peek Into The Past, in Troy!
Historic Bank @ 50 Fourth Street, Troy
Wednesday, July 28, 5:30-7:30pm
FREE!
At the first ACE Creative Economy Mixer of 2021, we'll celebrate the unrivaled beauty -- and economic value -- of the Capital Region's rich history. You're the first to be invited inside this stunningly restored historic bank. We'll talk to HBO representatives about why and how "The Gilded Age" came to Troy. Share food and drink with us, mingle with costumed characters, and enjoy each other's company -- again!!

5 Queer-Owned Creative Businesses You Should Know About
The Capital Region's economy reflects the diversity of the community. Living amongst creatives from various backgrounds means new, unique experiences are shared and everyone if offered opportunities to learn. In this piece, writer Brennan Austin-Peters write about five Makers, Designers, Writers, Performers, and Culinary Connoisseurs who bring personal, inclusive perspectives to industry in Upstate New York.  
Gabby's Capital Region Summer Arts Experiences
ACE's Associate Director, Gabby Fisher spends her summer weekends exploring the outdoors, hunting for public art, is always on the lookout for a new local spots to grab a craft beer or delicious food.

Here are five art experiences she recommends for anyone and everyone -- solo, on a date, or with your kids. Get outside and explore!
Our First ACE Events of 2021!
Over the past month, we've held our first two ACE events of 2021. The first was a private tour of a new arts campus in Catskill called Foreland. This completely renovated, artist-led, contemporary art complex is gearing up for a fantastic summer opening. This was followed by delicious craft ciders by Left Bank Ciders.

The second was a collaboration with 518 Film Network to build community amongst our local film professionals - held at SingleCut North.

It has been so exciting getting back to in-person events. There's more to come. Stay tuned!
Level Up Your Impact: Driving Change in the Capital Region
Gabby Fisher, Associate Director of ACE, will be part of a fantastic panel -- with Jamel Mosely of Collectiveffort and Jinah Kim of Sunhee's, interviewed by Jeff Buell -- at the Tech Valley Young Professionals Network's event at Loft 433 in Troy on July 8th, to talk about change in the Capital Region. Don't miss!
NYSCA Funding Opportunities
The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) 2022 funding will be offered in 4 rounds. Each round is designed to address the most urgent needs of organizations and artists within New York’s nonprofit creative sector. NYSCA’s accelerated and streamlined FY2022 grant making process will aid in the arts sector’s multi-year recovery from COVID-19 and spur the revitalization of New York’s creative economy. 
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CapNY Job Opportunities


  • Inova is hiring an Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

  • PwC is hiring an Integrated Content Director

  • Plus is hiring a Marketing Associate

  • UAlbany is hiring a Director of Diversity and Inclusion

  • Lob is hiring a Director of Product Design




  • Deloitte is hiring a Data, Reporting, & PowerPoint Consultant