Arts and Culture in New York City: A Catalyst for Social Change and Economic Development
Wed Apr 10
4:00 PM — 5:00 PM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time
New York Hilton Midtown - Level 2, Murray Hill Suite
As the home to more than 1,500 museums, galleries, theaters, dance companies, zoos, botanical gardens, and more, New York City is clearly at the epicenter of arts and culture. Beyond these cultural organizations, arts and culture can easily be viewed in the public realm through the city's storefronts, sidewalks, and street plazas. Attracting talent and visitors alike, the vibrant cultural landscape in New York has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar sector fueling the city''s economic engine. Public investment in the arts in New York is unmatched when compared to other city and state arts councils, with only the federal government spending more. The underlying belief is that such investments in arts and culture positively impact the economy, social well-being, and community engagement. Despite its rich cultural landscape, New York City still faces challenges when addressing historic barriers such as class, race, and income inequality. Join industry professionals, civic leaders, and other major stakeholders as they discuss the challenges and opportunities when creating a cultural eco-system that is more sustainable, inclusive, and equitable for all New Yorkers.
Speakers
Moderator
Moderator
Partner HR&A Advisors, Inc.
Kate Wittels is Partner at HR&A Advisors, an industry-leading economic development, real estate advisory, and public policy consulting firm. Based in New York, Kate works at the intersection of tech and city building helping clients build places, train people, and deliver infrastructure to make today's cities ready for tomorrow's opportunities. She provides real estate advisory, conducts impact assessments and develops programs and policies to support…
Panelist
Panelist
Commissioner New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA)
Laurie Cumbo was appointed as the Commissioner of Cultural Affairs for the City of New York by Mayor Eric Adams in March 2022. Laurie Angela Cumbo previously served as majority leader in the New York City Council and represented the City Council's 35th district for eight years. She wrote over forty laws and resolutions in that role, including creating the first-ever Mayor's Office to End…
Panelist
Panelist
Director, Cultural Affairs Two Trees Management
Kate Gavriel is the Cultural Affairs Director at Two Trees Management Co, a family-owned, Brooklyn-based real estate development firm founded in 1968 that has owned, managed, and developed a portfolio worth more than $3 billion in real estate, including more than 6,000 apartments and over 3 million square feet of office and retail space throughout New York City. Since 2011, she has worked with Two…
Panelist
Panelist
Practice Lead, Arts and Culture Bloomberg Associates
Tracey Knuckles joined Bloomberg Philanthropies in 2016 and works on arts philanthropy and consulting for cities around the world on cultural projects with Bloomberg Associates including Athens, London, Milan, and Chicago. Her portfolio consists of a range of multi-disciplinary projects that include creative space development, public art, grant-making, and public-private partnerships. Prior to joining Bloomberg, Tracey served in leadership at the New York City Department…
Panelist
Panelist
Senior Director L+M Development Partners Inc.
Josue is responsible for preservation acquisitions and developments nationally for Sena Affordable Communities, LMFM's national preservation platform. Josue began his career with L+M leading mixed-income, mixed-use development projects and acquisition efforts for over a decade. He has had a primary role on projects totaling over $650mm in development costs. Josue has been a key contributor in financing and executing complex transactions and engaging community stakeholders…
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