Exceptional NYC leaders pull back the curtain on their proudest accomplishments, biggest challenges and all the lessons learned along the way.

Emma Pfohman, CEO of the Association for a Better New York (ABNY), shares insights from her career with a focus on economic development, public-private … Read More

Eric Rosenbaum, President and CEO of Project Renewal, shares insights from his career in New York City's human services sector and his leadership of … Read More

Shaun Ruskin, President and CEO of VillageCare and VillageCareMAX Health Plans, shares insights from his 17-year journey with the organization and his vision for … Read More

Jeffrey Finkle, Chair Emeritus of WellLife Network, reflects on his nearly two decades of service to one of New York's leading nonprofit human services … Read More

L. Joy Williams, President of the NAACP New York State Conference, Chair of Higher Heights PAC, and host of the #SundayCivics podcast, discusses her … Read More

Sean T. Granahan, President and General Counsel of The Floating Hospital, discusses his career journey and the path that led him to one of … Read More

Marlon Taylor, President of New York & Atlantic Railway (NYA), discusses his career journey in the rail industry and the path that led him … Read More

Kieran Harrington, CEO of RiseBoro Community Partnership, discusses his journey through nonprofit leadership, media, and mission-driven organizations, and how those experiences prepared him to … Read More

Michael Savino, Chief Lending Officer at Municipal Credit Union (MCU), discusses the realities of today's New York City housing market. As buyers face rising … Read More

LaToya Williams-Belfort, Executive Director of The Bronx Community Foundation, discusses her path into nonprofit leadership and her vision for creating long-term economic opportunity across … Read More

Toni-Ann Sforza, Chief Operating Officer of Municipal Credit Union (MCU), shares her leadership journey and the strategy behind building a high-performing, people-first organization in … Read More

Stuart Wetanson, third-generation owner of Tony's Di Napoli and Dallas BBQ, shares the story behind two of New York City's most iconic family-run restaurant … Read More

Mark D. Shirian, founder and principal of Mark David Shirian P.C., discusses his career in litigation and the mission behind his Manhattan-based law firm. … Read More

Molly Eagan, Chief Executive Officer of VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, discusses her leadership journey and the mission driving one of the … Read More

Assemblyman Steve Stern, who represents New York's 10th Assembly District on Long Island, discusses his path into public service and the legislative work shaping … Read More

Lenny Achan, President and CEO of LiveOnNY, discusses how the organization is transforming organ donation and saving lives across New York City, Long Island, … Read More

Michael Presser, Founder, President, and CEO of Inside Broadway, discusses how one nonprofit has been opening the curtain to live theatre for New York … Read More

Katie Culp, Chief Learning Officer at the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI), discusses how one of New York's most iconic cultural institutions is … Read More

Kyle Markland, CEO of Municipal Credit Union (MCU), brings decades of financial leadership and a deep commitment to serving everyday New Yorkers. His experience … Read More

Ronald Richter, CEO of JCCA (Jewish Child Care Association), has over 35 years of experience in child welfare, law, and public service. His distinguished … Read More

Matt Daus, Partner and Transportation Practice Chair at Windels Marx, LLP, has dedicated his career to advancing mobility and transportation innovation in New York … Read More

Dr. Curtis Palmore, CEO of United Charter High Schools (UCHS), leads a network of seven public charter high schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and … Read More

Kelly Gerber, Chief Risk Officer at Municipal Credit Union (MCU), has built her career on protecting people from evolving threats to their financial security. … Read More

Jonnel Doris, CEO of StartCare, leads the nation's oldest and largest minority-led healthcare organization, with seven community-based locations across New York. StartCare is a … Read More

Tia Morris, Executive Director of Teach For America (TFA) New York, has spent nearly three decades advancing opportunity and excellence in education. She began … Read More

Dr. Jeremy Kohomban, President and CEO of The Children's Village and Harlem Dowling, has dedicated his career to reimagining child welfare and strengthening families. … Read More

Michael Sedillo, Executive Director of the Mayor's Office of Nonprofit Services, has built a career on cutting red tape, unlocking resources, and driving … Read More

Dr. Joan Fallon, Founder and CEO of Curemark, is leading the charge against some of the world's most complex medical challenges. A scientist, pediatric … Read More

Mayor Eric Adams, the 110th Mayor of New York City, discusses leading the city through historic challenges and his campaign for re-election this November. … Read More

George Chacon, President of the MCU Foundation, shares how the nonprofit arm of Municipal Credit Union is working to build generational wealth and tackle … Read More

Paul S. Ryan, Executive Director of the New York City Campaign Finance Board (CFB), shares his journey from national election law advocate to leading … Read More

Mike Savino, Chief Lending Officer at Municipal Credit Union (MCU), discusses one of New York City's most pressing issues: housing affordability. With decades of … Read More

Dawn Pinnock, President and CEO of the Center for Urban Community Services (CUCS), discusses her remarkable journey from human rights advocate to high-ranking city … Read More

Larry Namer, media mogul, tech innovator, and visionary founder of E! Entertainment Television, shares his story from Brooklyn to Hollywood, a journey that redefined … Read More

Rebecca O'Connell, Head of Middle Market Corporate Banking and New York City Regional President at Citizens Bank, discusses Citizens' strategic expansion into the NYC … Read More

Dr. Christine Mangino, President of Queensborough Community College, shares her inspiring path from community college student to college leader, and how that journey shapes … Read More

Kyle Markland, CEO of Municipal Credit Union (MCU), discusses how MCU, long known for serving NYC's municipal workers, is now expanding to support all … Read More

Marcus Samulesson, world renowned chef, restaurateur, and media personality discusses the story behind his culinary empire, from Red Rooster in Harlem to ventures around … Read More

Ken Podziba, President and CEO of Bike New York, leads the organization behind the legendary TD Five Boro Bike Tour, the largest cycling event … Read More

Seth Bornstein, Executive Director of the Queens Economic Development Corporation, about his decades long commitment to revitalizing Queens. Seth shares how QEDC has supported … Read More

Mitch Rosen, a retired Port Authority Police officer, artist, and author, shares his journey from law enforcement to creating powerful New York City street … Read More

Andrew Warren, head of TD Bank's affordable housing and community development lending team, shares his expertise in structuring impactful loans for community-driven projects across … Read More

Martha Norrick, Chief Analytics Officer for the City of New York, discusses her role in leading the Office of Data Analytics and leading data-driven … Read More

Dr. Susan Burns, the sixth president of the University of Mount Saint Vincent, is leading the university to continue its proud legacy as a … Read More

Vanessa Yee-Chan, CEO and Founder of Alta Dispensary, discusses launching Chinatown's first legal cannabis dispensary in NYC. She shares her background in real estate … Read More