John Rath Joins HVEDC Board
TD Bank Invests in Regional Economic Development Effort  (NEW WINDSOR, NY, February 24, 2010) – The Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC) announced here today that TD Bank has invested in the organization’s regional economic development effort.  John F. Rath, III, Senior Vice President and Group Manager of Commercial Lending , will represent TD Bank on HVEDC’s Board of Directors.

“TD Bank joins a powerhouse board of directors that brings together more than a dozen private businesses, utilities and county economic development organizations,” said Mike Oates, HVEDC’s President and CEO.  “As a native of the Hudson Valley who has been active in the business community for many years, John is well-regarded in the region and brings with him an excellent network of contacts. “

“HVEDC has been an aggressive advocate for the Hudson Valley. TD Bank is pleased to support this collaborative initiative to create business investment and high-quality jobs in our region,” Mr. Rath said.

HVEDC represents seven counties in the Hudson Valley: Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Sullivan, Ulster and Putnam Counties.  The public-private partnership markets the region as one of the world’s prime business location to corporate executives, site selection consultants and real estate brokers.  In addition, HVEDC’s mission includes aggressive advocacy in Albany to secure state support for economic development projects in the Hudson Valley.

For more information on the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation, visit www.hvedc.com or call 845-220-2244.