Sydor Optics acquisition fuels growth ahead of new 100,000-square-foot facility

Sydor Optics has acquired Vertex Optics, expanding flat and curved precision optics capabilities and positioning both companies for growth ahead of a new 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Rochester.

NYS DMV offices will close for system upgrade in mid-February

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Banking & Finance

Paychex authorizes $1B share repurchase, expands BoD

Paychex authorizes a new $1 billion share repurchase program, replacing its prior authorization, and declares a $1.08 quarterly dividend as it continues returning capital to shareholders.

Real Estate & Construction

The Pig Pen Mini Storage on Buffalo Road in Gates has sold for $3.05 million. (Photo by Kevin Oklobzija)

Suburban Rochester self storage facility sells for $3M+

The Pig Pen Mini Storage in Gates has been sold for $3.05 million to an out-of-state buyer that targets secondary and tertiary markets.

Government & Politics

Reju plans $390M Circular Textile Hub in Rochester

French materials regeneration company Reju plans a $390 million textile-to-textile regeneration hub at Rochester’s Eastman Business Park, creating 70 jobs and advancing circular manufacturing in North America.

Nonprofits

Rick Lagiewski, co-director of Executive Education, External Engagement, leads a discussion with students during the Executive MBA Orientation at Saunders College of Business. (Travis LaCoss/RIT)

RIT Saunders EMBA to launch curriculum updates in 2027

Saunders College of Business will introduce Executive MBA curriculum updates in 2027, focused on AI and executive leadership.

Health Care

RBJ announces 2026 Health Care Heroes honorees

The Rochester Business Journal has selected 39 individuals and organizations as 2026 Health Care Heroes recipients.

Power List

RBJ presents the 2025 Power List for Environmental Leaders

RBJ presents the Power List for Environmental Leaders in recognition of the important climate advocacy work being done in the Rochester area.

Opinion

Movers & Shakers

In The Lead

In the Lead: RBJ announces 2025 Best Women-Owned Businesses

RBJ's In the Lead: Best Women-Owned Businesses in Rochester recognizes accomplished companies owned by women.

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Health Care Heroes

March 10th, 2026 | 8:30 AM

Recognizes excellence, promotes innovation and honors the efforts of organizations and individuals making a significant impact on the qualit[...]

Impact and Inclusion Awards & Summit

April 27th, 2026 | 12:00 AM

The Impact and Inclusion Awards highlight the outstanding achievements of professionals who actively support the growth of equality in our c[...]

Best Companies to Work for in New York

April 30th, 2026 | 5:00 PM

Best Companies to Work for in New York is a celebration of the state’s elite employers, who have proven that they know what it takes to cr[...]

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Columns and Features

Rochester ranks No. 2 — and why that matters

Millennial managers are burning out while holding everything together

Saying goodbye one final time to Buffalo’s field of dreams

Leadership and decision-making in the AI era | Managers at Work

Charitable Events Calendar | January 5-30, 2026

Smart(er) development is within our reach

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure: Infusing wellness into your health benefits

Middle market leaders weigh impact of One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Why the happiest workplaces are also the most compassionate | Leading With Levity

The healthiest, highest performing organizations are not built solely on strategy or speed. They are built on compassion and empathy, and surprisingly, on levity, joy, humor, and play.

12 steps for overcoming addiction to fossil fuels, transitioning to a regenerative economy

What do we lose when we use AI? | Environmental Business

As an advocate for social and environmental justice, the algorithms that shape my media landscape may be feeding me different information about AI than what you see, so I think it’s important for us to stay in touch and learn from each other’s perspectives.

Doc Gooden’s visit to Rochester conjures many memories

Thanks to Hoosiers, Bills, Starowitz feeling doubly blessed

The past two years have been heady times for Todd Starowitz; times when his past and present have taken him to giddying heights.

Competition key to success of regional economic development councils

Energy, housing and regulation fuel New York’s 2026 crisis

Is this time different? Don’t let negativity bias affect investing strategy

The inheritance that never comes? | The Informed Investor

How does an informed investor like you plan around the idea that they’ll inherit money in the future?

Focus Section

Great Wealth Transfer drives rise in multi-generational planning

Digital estate planning gains traction as New York weighs e-wills

Rochester construction leaders forecast strong 2026

Immersive tech transforms nursing and cyber education | Architecturally Speaking

Rochester housing market outlook for 2026 remains positive

Plan retirement spending for Go-Go, Slow-Go and No-Go years | Private Banking

Rochester banks blend digital tools with high-touch service

Strategies to sustain family business legacy and growth | Viewpoint

Benjamin Franklin face peering out from marijuana leaves on $100 bill (Depositphotos)

New York cannabis industry enters 2026 with growth, uncertainty

New York’s cannabis industry sees growing demand, regulatory shifts and federal policy changes, even as operators face ongoing uncertainty.

Cyber hygiene tips to cut ransomware risk in 2026

As ransomware and phishing surge, Rochester cybersecurity experts urge businesses to strengthen cyber hygiene with training, cloud security and preventive habits.