Association for a Better New York (ABNY)

Congratulations to the ABNY Young Professionals November Spotlights of the Month – Mariel De la Cruz, District Leader 72AD Part B, Northern Manhattan Democrats for Change (NMDFC) and William Smith, District Leader, New York County Democratic Committee who are highlighted for their work to improve voter education and voting access for all New Yorkers across the City and State! Learn about them here: https://lnkd.in/e9aNNtHt

Last week's ABNY Talks included a discussion among experts focused on New York City’s vital role and ongoing resilience in the green economy. As a global hub for business and economic opportunity, these experts outlined the key factors necessary for effectively tackling climate change and achieving substantial progress toward sustainability. Thank you to our host Vinny Alvarez, and our panelists Andrew Kimball, Clare Newman, Stephen Hammer, Gbenga Dawodu !

This morning, First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer joined us for an ABNY Power Breakfast, sharing her key priorities and projects that she is leading in her new and expanded role, including transformational new housing production and economic development investments in life sciences and the green economy, and continued improvements to city service delivery and quality of life for New Yorkers. Thank you Maria Torres-Springer for speaking with the ABNY network!

What a time we had at Association for a Better New York (ABNY) #powerbreakfast with Maria Torres-Springer. Don't let smiles fool you. We roll deep, and champion what makes sense, and go #ham on what doesn't. We're stewards of the city, too. #nonprofit #businesses #backbone If the #public #private sector is in the room, we're going to take our seat at the table. Human Services Council of New York NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) #SettingTheWorkforceAgenda Michelle Jackson Maria Lizardo Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Jennifer Mitchell Irene Branche The Doe Fund Diallo Shabazz Braven Jennifer Tausig Valerie Payne Rebuilding Together Darren Bloch Greenwich House Leslie Abbey Hot Bread Kitchen Nathaniel Fields Urban Resource Institute Antoinette G. Per Scholas New York Shari Krull StreetWise Partners #justpay

Very inspiring speech delivered by NYC First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer at the Association for a Better New York (ABNY) breakfast this morning. Her words on the importance of public service, the dedication of NYC's 300,000 employees, and her vision for economic growth and #housing were truly uplifting. The announced Gansevoort Square project also seems quite exciting. It was also a pleasure to reconnect with so many friends at the event! #NYC is in terrific shape for the future. #economicdevelopment #publicservice

Great to hear from First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer at another great Association for a Better New York (ABNY) breakfast. Say Yes to the City of Yes for Housing…

[Last Week Rewind] It's a #fullhouse. Association for a Better New York (ABNY) Talks "NYC's Growing #Green #Economy" Andrew Kimball NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) Stephen Hammer The New York Climate Exchange Clare Newman Trust for Governors Island Gbenga Dawodu Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) Check out our #ClimateWeek event recaps here: https://lnkd.in/e867wW8k

Thank you Association for a Better New York (ABNY) for hosting ABNY Talks: NYC’s Growing Green Economy this morning. The growing green economy across NYC is a key focus for the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, particularly in areas like workforce development, entrepreneurship, small business growth, and overall economic development. Achieving success will require collaboration across industries and with all stakeholders. While there are many challenges ahead, as Stephen Hammer of the The New York Climate Exchange reminded us of the classic line, “If you can make it happen in NYC, you can make it happen anywhere.” #GreenEconomy #WorkforceDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #Sustainability

Welcome to our Day in the Life of a YP Steering Committee Member series! Meet the leaders shaping ABNY Young Professionals and making an impact across NYC. First up is Frances Escano, Associate VP of Government Affairs at the New York Hall of Science and a devoted member of the ABNY YP Steering Committee! Follow as she balances her policy work and drives innovation while building relationships and fostering partnerships that create lasting impact and meaningful change. Stay tuned for more stories from our incredible committee members! (Part 1)

(Part 2) - Day in the Life with Frances Escano!