Governor Kathy Hochul attended the opening of Queen One’s new global headquarters, the Rise and Fly Vision Centre, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The 30,000-square-foot facility at 25 Kent Avenue will serve as Queen One’s main center for innovation, community engagement, and e-commerce development. The project involves an investment of over $10 million and is projected to create 600 full-time technology jobs in New York City over the next five years. Additionally, Queen One expects to invest about $67 million in research and development.
“New York’s tech sector is thriving, and Queen One’s expansion in Brooklyn is proof that innovation and opportunity continue to rise here in the Empire State,” Governor Hochul said. “The Rise and Fly Vision Centre represents the next chapter of New York’s e-commerce leadership — blending technology, creativity, and community to create hundreds of high-quality jobs and cutting-edge solutions that will shape the digital economy for years to come.”
Queen One’s growth is supported by up to $6 million in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits from Empire State Development (ESD), tied to job creation targets.
Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight stated: “Queen One’s investment in Williamsburg is a powerful example of how New York continues to attract and grow world-class technology companies. This project strengthens Brooklyn’s position as a hub for innovation while bringing hundreds of good-paying jobs to the city. We are proud to support Queen One’s vision for the future of e-commerce through our Excelsior Jobs Program.”
Ryan Urban, Founder and CEO of Queen One, said: “The Time is Now. Time to Work. Time of Your Life. Queen One is officially in process. We’re honored to be part of the bedrock of innovation in Brooklyn. Thank you to the state of New York and the best city in the world for this special partnership and incredible opportunity. There are so many vibrant success stories in New York right now and we’re pulsing with excitement with what’s to come in the next 10 years.”
Andrew Kimball, President & CEO of New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), commented: “Queen One’s decision to open its global headquarters in Brooklyn underscores the strength of New York City’s tech sector and the diverse talent that continues to draw world-class innovators to the five boroughs. Bridging modern e-commerce innovation with AI and community collaboration, Queen One joins a growing list of companies choosing NYC to scale and NYCEDC is proud to work with Queen One as they build a home in the Applied AI capital of the world.”
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez added: “I’m grateful to Governor Hochul for her commitment to fostering an innovation economy that creates real opportunity for New Yorkers, and I’m proud that the State Legislature has worked alongside her to champion investments that keep cutting-edge companies right here in our communities. The opening of Queen One’s Rise and Fly Vision Centre is a powerful reminder that when we invest in the talent, creativity, and diversity of New York City, we fuel the kind of technological growth that delivers good jobs, strengthens our neighborhoods, and builds a more inclusive future for the tech sector.”
Assemblymember Steve Otis said: “Congratulations to Queen One on their exciting vision for a new technology business concept and for doing what so many high-tech innovators have done, choose New York State to start and grow their business. Governor Hochul and our team at Empire State Development have made attracting and expanding technology success stories a major part of New York’s economic growth. Technology companies repeatedly choose New York because of our educated workforce and the science and technology focus of Empire State Development.”
The launch comes as New York City continues its rise as a leading destination for technology firms due its skilled workforce, access to capital resources, top academic institutions, and creative environment. Other recent expansions from firms such as OpenAI, Duolingo, StubHub as well as investments from Figma, Rippling, Rokt, Quadrature highlight ongoing momentum within New York’s tech sector. With more than 2,000 artificial intelligence startups now based locally since 2021—and nearly 35,000 new tech jobs added statewide—the number of tech businesses has grown by 30 percent across New York.
Empire State Development remains focused on supporting business growth throughout all regions via programs like Regional Economic Development Councils; it also supports broadband access through ConnectALL office initiatives.
Queen One describes itself as a brand technology platform aimed at boosting website engagement programs while helping commerce brands communicate value globally through technical-commercial team collaboration at its new headquarters.
