ABNY

Boardroom Breakfast with MTA Inspector General Carolyn Pokorny
2020-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | NY
Inspector General Pokorny discussed her career path and her efforts to help the MTA improve its performance before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Conference Call with Pat Foye, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Metropolitan Transportation Authority
2020-05-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Chairman Foye provided an update on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA’s)
response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges the agency faced in the
spring of 2020, including eliminating overnight service to clean and sanitize the fleet of
subway cars.

ABNY Talks: New York City Property Tax
2020-05-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Ana Champeny, Director of City Studies, Citizens Budget Commission, discussed the property tax system in New York City. Ms. Champeny illustrated how properties are assessed and taxed, what classes of property exist, and at what rate properties are taxed.

Policy Brief: OMNY and Tech in Transit
2020-05-12 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Sana Arshad, Program Manager, Cubic Transportation Systems, discussed the ins and outs of One Metro New York (OMNY), the MTA’s new electronic fare payment system. Ms. Arshad also elaborated on the role of technology in NYC Transit and some of the impacts of the pandemic on the system.

Conference Call with James Patchett, President, New York City Economic Development Corporation
2020-05-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Mr. Patchett discussed the New York City Economic Development Corporation’s (NYCEDC’s) immediate response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including helping New York City businesses pivot to manufacturing personal protective equipment (PPE), and the recovery ahead.

Webinar: Edelman Trust Barometer
2020-05-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Jennifer Cohan, President, Edelman New York, discussed the findings of The Edelman Trust Barometer, the firm’s annual trust and credibility survey. The findings showed a remarkable shift in the landscape of trust globally since January and that government trust surged 11 points to an all-time high of 65 percent, which made it the most trusted institution for the first time in the 20 years of the study.

Boardroom Breakfast with Jessica Lappin, President, Downtown Alliance
2020-06-10 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Ms. Lappin discussed her work as President at Downtown Alliance, how the organization addressed COVID-19’s impact on Lower Manhattan, and her vision for the district.

Demo Event
2020-07-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
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ABNY Talks: Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP)
2020-07-07 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Richard Barth and Susan Hinkson-Carling, Group Leaders for the Land Use, Housing, and Real Estate Practice Group at Capalino+Company, explained the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) process, the land use actions that require approval through ULURP, and why the process is so drawn out.

Policy Brief: Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB)
2020-07-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Yojaira Alvarez, Director of Outreach and Intergovernmental Affairs and Harya Tarekegn, Senior Counsel for Policy and Advocacy at the CCRB discussed the independent agency responsible for receiving, investigating, mediating, hearing, prosecuting, making findings, and recommending action on complaints against New York City police officers alleging the use of excessive or unnecessary force, abuse of authority, discourtesy, or the use of offensive language. They also addressed the history of the organization and its role as the largest civilian oversight agency in the country today.

New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
2020-07-28 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by ABNY Steering Committee Member Larry Scott Blackmon, Fresh Direct
Public Advocate Williams gave insight on activism, public safety, and how New York City can take meaningful strides to affect real change.

New York City Deputy Mayor for Strategic Policy Initiatives J. Phillip Thompson
2020-08-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by ABNY Board Member Julio Peterson, The Shubert Organization
Deputy Mayor Thompson provided a look at the historical context of racial inequality in New York City.

Boardroom Breakfast with Nick E. Smith, First Deputy Public Advocate
2020-08-10 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
First Deputy Public Advocate Smith discussed his path to government, his office’s roles and responsibilities, and his vision for NYC. He outlined the role of the Public Advocate’s Office which provides oversight for city agencies, investigates citizens’ complaints about city services, and makes proposals to address perceived shortcomings or failures of those services.

Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation
2020-08-11 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by ABNY Census 2020 Organizing and Action Committee Member Jennifer Jones Austin, Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies
Mr. Walker used a philanthropic lens to deliver an inspiring conversation on the racial injustices facing New York City and the ways that leaders in government, businesses, and foundations/nonprofits can begin to take steps to move forward.

Confidence through Conversation: Harriette Cole & Mikki Taylor
2020-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
In conjunction with the ABNY series, Black Leadership in New York City: Conversations on Power, Politics, and Racial Justice, ABNY Women presented ideas and inspiration from two prominent Black female lifestyle influencers: Harriette Cole and Mikki Taylor. Harriette Cole, the founder of Dream leapers, an educational platform designed to help people access and activate their dreams, walked the audience through exercises to build confidence, to uplift ourselves and each other, and to tell our stories with passion and pizzazz. Ms. Cole was joined by Mikki Taylor, a leading authority on inner and outer beauty for women of color. Ms. Taylor brought insight from her several critically acclaimed books, including Editor in Chic: How to Style and Be Your Most Empowered Self and Commander in Chic: Every Woman’s Guide to Managing Her Styles Like a First Lady, as well from her former role as Beauty and Cover Director at ESSENCE magazine

Cheryl Wills, Emmy Award Winning Journalist, Author, Talk Show Host & Motivational Speaker
2020-08-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by ABNY Member Camille Joseph Goldman, Charter Communications
Ms. Wills drove a powerful conversation around racial equity, journalistic integrity, and how to hold the private sector accountable in dismantling systemic racism.

George Gresham, President, 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East
2020-08-24 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by ABNY Member and ABNY Census 2020 Organizing and Action Committee Member Kyle Bragg, 32BJ SEIU
Mr. Gresham looked at social justice from a labor perspective and discussed the importance of fighting for the economic and civil rights of all workers.

What’s On Tap? with NYC Department of Small Business Services Commissioner Jonnel Doris
2020-08-25 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Commissioner Doris discussed his path to office, experiences in government, and vision for New York City. He also gave insight into how small businesses are dealing with the effects of the pandemic.

Special Briefing on School Reopening with Michael Mulgrew, President, United Federation of Teachers
2020-08-31 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
President Mulgrew discussed the union’s efforts and plans to ensure a safe return to school for students, educators, and school communities and participated in a moderated Q&A session with public school parent and ABNY Board Member, Jen Hensley, Senior Director of Public Policy, Lyft.

Policy Brief: Mail-In Voting
2020-09-03 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Rachel Bloom, Policy Director for Citizens Union, presented on mail-in voting in New York, specifically what policies are in place now, lessons learned from recent primaries, and what we could expect from the November general election. Wayne Bena, Nebraska Deputy Secretary of State for Elections discussed Nebraska as a case study for mail-in voting, clarifying how it operates, what worked and what didn’t, and how we can apply those practices more broadly.

Hon. Letitia James, New York State Attorney General
2020-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Moderated by Melva M. Miller, Chief Executive Officer, ABNY
Attorney General James focused on police reform and gun control in an inspiring conversation that called upon the audience to continue to work towards equality for all New Yorkers.

Special Briefing on AirTrain LaGuardia with Rick Cotton, Port Authority Executive Director
2020-09-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Rick Cotton, Executive Director, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, along with the AirTrain project team, detailed the plans for “AirTrain LaGuardia” envisioned to provide sustainable, reliable, predictable, and efficient travel between LaGuardia and midtown Manhattan for air travelers, the airport’s workforce, and nearby communities. The presentation was followed by a moderated Q&A session with ABNY Steering Committee Member, Patricia Ornst, Managing Director of New York State and Local Government Affairs, Delta Air Lines.

ABNY University: How to Prepare for Personal Financial Recovery Post COVID-19
2020-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Adrienne A. Harris, Professor of the Practice and Gates Foundation Senior Research Fellow with the Center for Finance, Law, and Policy at the University of Michigan; Norm Champ, former Director of the Division of Investment Management at the SEC and Author of Mastering Money: How to Beat Debt, Build Wealth, and Be Prepared for Any Financial Crisis; and Ratesh Dhir, Head of Business Development and B2B at Earnin, a financial technology startup, discussed the economic impact of COVID-19 and what it means for the financial recovery of young professionals in New York City, including ways to better manage personal finances and prepare for the future

What’s On Tap? with New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson
2020-10-07
Mayor Bramson discussed his decisive actions in response to New Rochelle becoming one of the nation’s first COVID-19 epicenters, lessons learned from leading the city through this unprecedented time, and his vision for New York State.

The X Factor: The Latinx Community and The Future of New York
2020-10-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
ABNY celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by bringing together leaders to discuss key issues facing Hispanic Latinx communities in New York City including education, affordable housing, health care, and criminal justice reform. Speakers included Vincent Alvarez, President, AFL-CIO New York City Central Labor Council; Marlene Cintron, President, Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation; Carmen De La Rosa, Candidate for NYC Council District 10; Dr. Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, Chancellor, City University of New York (CUNY) and Ritchie Torres, then Candidate for U.S. Congressional District NY-15. The panel was introduced by ABNY Foundation Board member Tonio Burgos, Chief Executive Officer, Tonio Burgos & Associates, and moderated by ABNY Member Aimee J. Vargas, Vice President, Communications & Community Affairs.

Special Briefing with Charles E. Schumer, U.S. Senate Democratic Leader
2020-10-15 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Senator Schumer discussed the next COVID-19 stimulus package and the resiliency of New
Yorkers during the challenges of the fall season.

Special Briefing with Top NYC Health Officials
2020-11-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
James Patchett, President and Chief Executive Officer, NYCEDC, and top New York City health, Senior Advisor for Public Health, NYC Mayor’s Office, and Jackie Bray, Deputy Executive Director, NYC Test and Trace Corps, briefed ABNY members on the status of COVID-19 cases in New York City, reviewed the City’s public health response, and shared more on how all New Yorkers can help reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Boardroom Breakfast with Andrew Rigie, Executive Director, NYC Hospitality Alliance
2020-11-24
Mr. Rigie discussed his career path, the impact of COVID-19, how his organization is supporting and advocating for restaurants and nightlife establishments, and the future of the hospitality industry in New York City.

Policy Brief: New York City Budget
2020-12-03
After the November modification was released, Preston Niblack, Deputy Comptroller for Budget, Office of the New York City Comptroller, reviewed the fiscal year 2021 budget in detail and discussed the implications of current events and the City’s outlook for the future.

YP Panel: Urban Design and Neighborhood Development
2021-01-12 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
ABNY CEO Melva M. Miller joined NYC Parks Department Commissioner Mitchell Silver and Coro New York Leadership Center Interim Executive Director Gregg Bishop for the CUNY Design Your City kickoff panel: “Urban Design and Neighborhood Development.”
