Andrew Kennedy joined Ostroff Associates in 2020 bringing nearly two decades of experience in government operations, economic development and organization management.  Prior to joining the firm, Andrew served as the President and CEO of the Center for Economic Growth, a regional economic development organization in New York’s Capital Region since 2016.

Prior to his role at CEG, Andrew spent over 15 years in New York State government in progressively responsible positions including serving as the Deputy Director of State Operations for Governor Andrew M Cuomo, as well as working over a decade at the New York State Division of Budget and for the New York State Assembly where he developed a detailed understanding of New York’s fiscal and economic development policies and programs.

Andrew has been recognized by City & State Magazine’s “Upstate Power 100” list in both 2023 and 2024 for his work supporting clients and their projects across Upstate New York. In 2024, Andrew was recognized on City & State’s inaugural “Trailblazers in Economic Development” list, which honored individuals across the state who were spurring economic growth at the local and state levels.

Andrew holds a master’s degree in public administration from the Nelson A. Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy and a bachelor’s degree from Siena College in Political Science.