Mini Episode: Linking Workforce and Economic Development – Remarks from the City & State Summit
In this mini-episode of The NYC Workforce Drop, NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris shares his remarks from the City & State Economic Development & Workforce Summit, where NYCETC served as a co-sponsor alongside city and state leaders.
Buildings, Budgets, and People: David Lebenstein on Real Estate as a Workforce Strategy
In this episode of The NYC Workforce Drop, NYCETC CEO Gregory J Morris sits down with David Lebenstein, Executive Managing Director and Co-Chair of Cushman & Wakefield’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Group, to unpack how real estate strategy is mission strategy for NYC’s nonprofits.
Mini Episode – How Nonprofits and Developers Work Together to Protect Housing
In this mini-episode, real estate leader David Lebenstein, Executive Managing Director, Co-Chair of the Not-for-Profit Advisory Group at Cushman & Wakefield, joins The NYC Workforce Drop to share how he’s helped nonprofits and developers navigate one of the toughest challenges in NYC real estate: selling or renovating SRO (Single Room Occupancy) buildings while keeping residents safely housed.
Unlocking NYC’s Data Workforce: Collin Smith on Apprenticeships and Access
In the newest episode of The NYC Workforce Drop, NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris sits down with Collin Smith, Director at The Information Lab US, to explore how innovative apprenticeship models are unlocking pathways into high-demand data careers for New Yorkers.
Strengthening Democracy – Grace Rauh on Civic Reform and New York’s Future
In the latest episode of The NYC Workforce Drop, NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris sits down with Citizens Union Executive Director Grace Rauh to discuss how civic reform can strengthen democracy and opportunity in New York City.
Mini Episode – Potato Chips, Red Envelopes, and Public Trust
Mini episodes of The NYC Workforce Drop deliver high-impact insights in under 15 minutes, perfect for leaders on the go who want clear analysis and bold ideas for NYC’s workforce future.
Empire State of Mind: David Fischer on Policy, Funding, and Equity in New York State’s Workforce Vision
Gregory J. Morris sits down with David Fischer, Interim Executive Director of the New York Association of Training and Employment Professionals (NYATEP), for a conversation on the state of New York’s workforce development system and what it will take to unlock true mobility for workers.
Rooted in Purpose: Jennifer Jones Austin on Perseverance, Equity, and Economic Dignity
Gregory J. Morris sits down with Jennifer Jones Austin, CEO and Executive Director of FPWA, for a powerful conversation about purpose-driven leadership, the realities of economic deprivation, and the urgent need to rethink how we measure and achieve economic dignity for New Yorkers.
The Other F Word: Leadership, Legacy & Letting Go of Perfection – A Conversation with Maria Lizardo
Gregory J. Morris is joined by Maria Lizardo, Executive Director of NMIC and longtime human services leader, for a powerful and personal conversation about what it takes to lead with heart, humility, and impact in today’s nonprofit sector.
Mini Episode – Federal Cuts, Consequences, and the Fight Ahead
In this mini episode, NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris issues an urgent call to action in response to the federal “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and the real-time threats it poses to essential safety net programs like Medicaid and SNAP.
Mini Episode – Post-Primary Perspective: Centering Workers and Affordability in NYC’s Future
In this first mini episode, Gregory J. Morris offers a look at what New York City’s 2025 Democratic primary results mean for the future of workers, affordability, and public investment. As general election season heats up, this episode delivers a sharp call to action for incoming leadership: workforce equity and affordability aren’t side issues; they are the foundation of a thriving city.
From Civic Innovation to AI Disruption: A Conversation with Andrew Rasiej
Gregory J. Morris sits down with Andrew Rasiej, civic and social entrepreneur, technology strategist, and Founder of Civic Hall @ Union Square. Together, they explore Andrew’s roots in grassroots innovation, the sweeping disruption of generative AI, and what city and state leaders must do to build a more equitable digital economy.