Partnership for New York City

The Ad Council's 69th Annual Public Service Award Dinner to honor Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

NEW YORK, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council has announced that its 69th Public Service Award Dinner will honor Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase.

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  • NEW YORK, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council has announced that its 69th Public Service Award Dinner will honor Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase.
  • The Ad Council has benefited incredibly from the support of JPMorgan Chase and we look forward to many more years of partnering together on the most pressing issues facing our country."
  • Jamie Dimon is Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase, a global financial services firm with assets of $3.7 trillion and operations worldwide.
  • This year's event will be co-chaired by board members Carla Hassan (Chief Marketing Officer, JPMorgan Chase) and Diego Scotti (Chief Marketing Officer, Verizon).

National Student Success Nonprofit Taps Two New Vice Presidents to Lead Operations and Strategic Initiatives

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- InsideTrack, the national nonprofit student success organization that has served more than 3.1 million students over the past two decades, today announced the appointment of two new additions to its executive leadership team: social impact executive Katy Hamilton, who joins the organization as vice president of operations, and strategist Michael Morris as vice president of strategic initiatives.

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  • Morris, meanwhile, will work in a cross-cutting capacity as vice president of strategic initiatives, assessing opportunities to design and launch new initiatives that will help InsideTrack grow and sustain its impact over time.
  • Both vice presidents will report directly to Bauer White.
  • There, he led grantmaking strategy for a portfolio of mission-aligned nonprofit grantees focused on creating pathways to opportunity for people from historically-marginalized backgrounds.
  • from Harvard University, his academic research has focused on strategic human capital management and organizational development.

Swiftly Selected for Pilot to Improve Real-Time Passenger Information and System Performance for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT Through Transit Tech Lab

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiftly Inc. has been selected to deploy its transit data platform for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT as a finalist of the 2023 Transit Tech Lab's Operational Efficiency challenge.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiftly Inc. has been selected to deploy its transit data platform for New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT as a finalist of the 2023 Transit Tech Lab's Operational Efficiency challenge.
  • Swiftly will work with the agencies over an eight-week "proof of concept" period to analyze real-time passenger information and system performance data in order to identify opportunities to improve the rider experience.
  • Swiftly will work with New York City Transit and NJ TRANSIT to analyze the accuracy and comprehensiveness of real-time information available to riders, including arrival predictions and communications around service adjustments.
  • Swiftly will also collaborate with NJ TRANSIT on deploying technology for planning, scheduling, and operations processes to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Custom Suiting Sales Increase as New Yorkers Return to the Office Post-Pandemic

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As more New Yorkers return to in-person work, there has been a significant increase in custom suiting sales.

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  • NEW YORK, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As more New Yorkers return to in-person work, there has been a significant increase in custom suiting sales.
  • With the traditional office setting shifting, workers are seeking more modern and relaxed alternatives to the classic suit and tie.
  • Custom suiting provides a unique opportunity for workers to express their personal style and create a professional image that sets them apart.
  • "We have seen a surge in custom suit sales in recent months as people return to the office," said Sonny Balani, CEO of BALANI Custom Clothiers .

OUTFRONT Media Joins Business, Civic and Labor Communities to Launch 'WE ♥ NYC' Campaign

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Monday, March 20, 2023

NEW YORK, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OUTFRONT Media (NYSE:OUT) shows its support for its home city through the Partnership for New York City's new "We ♥ NYC " citywide civic action campaign. Geared to inspiring New York City's post-pandemic resurgence, the campaign is showcasing the city's strengths and looking to mobilize New Yorkers in all communities to help ensure that New York remains the greatest city in the world.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OUTFRONT Media (NYSE:OUT) shows its support for its home city through the Partnership for New York City's new "We ♥ NYC " citywide civic action campaign.
  • In addition to transit media, OUTFRONT supported the press conference with OUTFRONT PRIME inventory in Times Square creating the backdrop of the event.
  • This media will run for the duration of the campaign along with billboards across the greater NYC area, plus expected amplification through social channels.
  • "OUTFRONT is extremely proud to support the Partnership for New York City to share 'We ♥ NYC,'" said Phil Stimpson, East Region EVP at OUTFRONT Media.

Governor & Mayor Join Business, Labor & Community Leaders to Launch Campaign to Inspire Optimism and Civic Action

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Monday, March 20, 2023

The citywide campaign will kick off with a celebration of New Yorkers who are making a difference — the “doers” — and will feature opportunities for civic engagement that everyone can contribute to.

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  • The citywide campaign will kick off with a celebration of New Yorkers who are making a difference — the “doers” — and will feature opportunities for civic engagement that everyone can contribute to.
  • “That is why I am proud to announce the launch of ‘We ❤ NYC,’ in partnership with Governor Hochul and the Partnership for New York City.
  • The We ❤ NYC mark is a trademarked adaptation of Milton Glaser’s design for the “I ❤ NY” campaign that launched in 1977.
  • A full list of supporters, and community and labor partners can be found here .

Moelis & Company Appoints Elizabeth Crain to Vice Chair and Kate Pilcher Ciafone to Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

Moelis & Company (NYSE: MC), a leading global independent investment bank, today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Crain to Vice Chair and the promotion of Kate Pilcher Ciafone to Chief Operating Officer (COO), both effective October 1, 2023.

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  • Moelis & Company (NYSE: MC), a leading global independent investment bank, today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Crain to Vice Chair and the promotion of Kate Pilcher Ciafone to Chief Operating Officer (COO), both effective October 1, 2023.
  • Elizabeth Crain is a Founding Partner at Moelis & Company where she has led the Firm’s global strategy and operations as COO since 2007.
  • She has been in the investment banking and private equity industries for almost 35 years as a banker, principal and operating executive.
  • Elizabeth Crain commented, “Kate exemplifies the values of our Firm and is exceptionally well qualified to take the helm as COO.

GridMatrix Partners with Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to Launch AI Traffic Software Platform on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge

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Monday, January 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GridMatrix has partnered with The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to launch GridMatrix's cloud-based software platform for advanced traffic analytics on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge. Collectively, these bridges and tunnels carry more than 180 million vehicles annually between New York City and New Jersey. 

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GridMatrix has partnered with The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to launch GridMatrix's cloud-based software platform for advanced traffic analytics on the Lincoln Tunnel, Holland Tunnel, and George Washington Bridge.
  • Collectively, these bridges and tunnels carry more than 180 million vehicles annually between New York City and New Jersey.
  • GridMatrix is solely using live public feeds from existing Port Authority cameras for this deployment.
  • "It's a privilege to partner with the Port Authority and support its sustainability, safety, and broader operational goals.

New York Life Chief Executive Officer and President Craig DeSanto to Become Chair of the Board

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

New York Life, America’s largest1 mutual life insurer, today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has elected Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President Craig DeSanto as the next Chair of the Board, effective April 15, 2023.

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  • New York Life, America’s largest1 mutual life insurer, today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has elected Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President Craig DeSanto as the next Chair of the Board, effective April 15, 2023.
  • Mr. DeSanto, who will be the company’s 14th Chair since the position was established in 1931, will succeed current Chair Ted Mathas who retired as New York Life’s CEO last year after serving in the role for 14 years.
  • Mr. DeSanto assumed New York Life’s CEO position on April 16, 2022 and has served as a member of the company’s Board of Directors since February 2021.
  • “I am honored to serve our policy owners as New York Life’s next Chair and to succeed Ted, who set a powerful example for what it means to be an unwavering steward of our company,” said Mr. DeSanto.

Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) Ushers in Lunar New Year -the Year of the Rabbit - With a Rally Against Anti-Asian Hate @ Federal Hall National Memorial in Manhattan on Friday, January 20 at 6:00 PM

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Asian American Business Development Center (AABDC) announced today that it will host a Lunar New Year celebration on Friday, January 20th @ 6pm ET and will combine the traditional celebration of Asian heritage with a rally at Federal Hall National Memorial (26 Wall Street) in New York City to combat anti-Asian hate.

Key Points: 
  • Lunar New Year 4721 is the Year of the Rabbit, signifying patience and luck.
  • Its aims are to:
    According to Stop AAPI Hate, from March 19, 2020-March 31, 2022, 11,500 hate reports were reported by Asian Americans.
  • Anti-China rhetoric related to the origins of the pandemic, as well as other issues, has inflamed attitudes against Asian Americans.
  • The Asian American Business Development Center, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established in 1994.