Press and Publications

On March 17, 2026, the New York City Council’s Committee on Economic Development held a budget oversight hearing for the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) with Committee Chair Virginia Maloney leading a sweeping review of EDC’s borough-wide portfolio at a moment of fiscal pressure, federal uncertainty, and growing demand for accountability on job […]

On March 16, 2026, the New York City Council’s Committee on Children and Youth held a budget oversight hearing for the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), with Committee Chair Althea Stevens pushing the agency on service delivery and program operations. 

On February 27, 2026, the New York City Council’s newly formed Committee on Workforce Development convened its first-ever oversight hearing alongside the Committee on Higher Education, marking an important step in elevating workforce issues across City policy.

Recently, NYCETC was selected to receive $125,000 in Federal Community Project Funding, secured by Senator Chuck Schumer and awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Governor Hochul’s Executive Budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2027 underscores the growing responsibility New York now bears as the federal government scales back its role in supporting critical investments. Against the backdrop of Washington’s disinvestment in our state, estimated to be $10.3 billion in federal operating funds, the budget offers a measured and fiscally responsible […]

Yesterday’s announcement of City Council committee appointments marks a significant and long-awaited turning point for workforce policy in New York City.

Governor Hochul’s State of the State reflects an understanding that New York’s economic future depends on aligning education and workforce investments with high-growth industries. The focus on SUNY and CUNY Reconnect, Career Connect, and sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing reinforces the recognition that workforce pipelines must be directly connected to real labor-market demand and the […]

Her experience in city government and record of advancing policies affecting small businesses, workers, and families position the Council for a consequential period of leadership.

NYCETC welcomes Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s decision to appoint Julie Su as New York City’s first Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice. Su has spent her career standing up for workers and making sure economic policy actually reaches the people it’s supposed to serve. Her work ensuring fair pay, protecting workers’ rights, strengthening labor standards, and expanding opportunity reflects […]

Two-Day Convening Showcases Breakthrough Strategies, Cross-Sector Leadership, and the City’s Most Influential Workforce and Economic Opportunity Advocates

As the Mayor-Elect’s team launches its transition website and opens the door for New Yorkers to share their expertise and interest in serving this city, we noticed something important missing. Workforce Development isn’t listed as an option on the resume submission form. At a time when connecting New Yorkers to good jobs, training, and career pathways is vital […]

With yesterday’s election ushering in new city leadership, New York stands at a turning point to reimagine its economy around working people, small businesses, and the communities that sustain them. NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris reflects on the path forward and the opportunity to shape a fairer, more connected city: “New Yorkers have spoken—and with […]

A Crain’s New York Business op-ed by Kathy Wylde, former president and CEO of the Partnership for New York City, and Gregory J. Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC.

Gregory J. Morris joins Jenna Flanagan on WBAI’s “What’s Going On” to discuss the changes to SNAP work requirements.

City & State includes a quote from Gregory J. Morris, NYCETC’s Chief Executive Officer in their article on the new administration.

A Crain’s op-ed by Gregory J. Morris, CEO of NYCETC and Shari Krull, CEO of StreetWise Partners.

A joint op-ed by NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris and Wayne Ho, President & CEO of the Chinese-American Planning Council.

Gregory J. Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC is highlighted in this Quartz feature.

City & State recognizes NYCETC as a leading trade association in New York.

Gregory J. Morris, NYCETC CEO in City Limits.

JPMorganChase and Pinkerton Foundation Grants Support Data Capacity and Systems Improvement Across NYC’s Workforce Ecosystem 

Two-Day Convening Showcases Breakthrough Strategies, Cross-Sector Leadership, and the City’s Most Influential Workforce and Economic Opportunity Advocates

Employer-led initiative to define career pathways, bridge talent gaps, and drive equitable growth across NYC’s energy efficiency sector

Coalition Taps Sector Leaders to Steer Workforce Equity, Accountability, and Opportunity

Driving Accountability and Data-Driven Performance Across NYC’s Workforce Development Sector

The program empowers grantees to expand access into New York City’s growing tech workforce through equitable, community-driven pathways.

$640M in Citywide Workforce Spending, Majority of Funding Bypasses Prime-Age Workers in Need

The future of the City cannot be thought of as simply a matter of getting stuff done anymore; it must be a matter of getting stuff right.

NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.

The Advisory Council will provide strategic guidance and foster partnerships to enhance job skills and equitable workforce opportunities for New Yorkers

Corporation for a Skilled Workforce is pleased to announce the 2025 Workforce Benchmarking Network New York City cohort, with support from The Pinkerton Foundation, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, and Deutsche Bank, and in partnership with New York City Employment and Training Coalition.