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The NYC Workforce Drop Podcast
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.
Follow the Money: Who NYC’s Workforce Dollars Really Serve
In our inaugural podcast episode, NYCETC CEO Gregory J. Morris breaks down the urgent realities shaping New York City’s workforce development ecosystem. From how public dollars are being spent to support job seekers to the widening gap between low-wage and high-wage workers, Gregory brings sharp insight and lived experience to a critical conversation.
Latest News
Budget Watch: FY26 Agreement Reached
On Friday, June 27, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams, Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Finance Chair Justin Brannan, and other city leaders announced an agreement on a $115.9 billion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026.
What Happens When Washington Cuts Workforce Development? Ask New York
Newsweek opinion piece by Gregory J Morris.
Post-Primary Perspective: Centering Workers and Affordability in NYC’s Future
The NYC Workforce Drop podcast with NYCETC’s Gregory J. Morris.
From Civic Innovation to AI Disruption: A Conversation with Andrew Rasiej
The NYC Workforce Drop podcast with NYCETC’s Gregory J. Morris.
Op-ed: Workforce development is the key to New York’s economic future
A new op-ed in Crain’s by New York City Council Majority Leader Amanda Farías and Gregory J Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC.
NYCETC Publishes Early Learnings from the Tech Bridge Grant Program
The program empowers grantees to expand access into New York City’s growing tech workforce through equitable, community-driven pathways.
NYC’s contracting harms jobs & social services
An op-ed by Gregory J Morris for the New York Daily News.
Growing Careers From The Ground Up: A Brooklyn Model For New York’s Cannabis Workforce
Co-authored by Arana Hankin-Biggers, The Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store and Gregory J. Morris, NYCETC.
Bronx families face voucher freeze as Adams, Hochul clash over childcare funding
Greg Morris, NYCETC quoted in the Bronx Times.
Council Member Riley urges Bronx parents to sign petition for free childcare for 2-year-olds
Gregory J Morris, NYCETC quoted in the Bronx Times.
Op-ed: Why New York must invest in its immigrant workers
Co-authored by Yesenia Mata, La Colmena, and Gregory J Morris, NYCETC
A Conversation with Michael Sedillo, Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services
Gregory J Morris, NYCETC CEO, sits down with Michael Sedillo, Executive Director of the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services, to discuss city contracting reforms, payment delays, and how his office is working to build accountability and partnership with New York City’s nonprofit sector.
Opinion: NYC Is Spending Millions on Workforce Development — But Not on the Workers Who Need It Most
Op-ed by Gregory J Morris for City Limits.
Media Coverage
What Happens When Washington Cuts Workforce Development? Ask New York
Newsweek opinion piece by Gregory J Morris.
Op-ed: Opinion: Will the Brooklyn Marine Terminal deliver on jobs and mobility, or just promises?
An op-ed in Brooklyn Paper by Gregory J Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC.
Op-ed: Workforce development is the key to New York’s economic future
A new op-ed in Crain’s by New York City Council Majority Leader Amanda Farías and Gregory J Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC.
Bloomberg Markets: The Close
Gregory J Morris joined Romaine Bostick on Bloomberg TV’s ‘The Close’ to discuss Trump’s budget bill and its impact on training programs.
NYC’s contracting harms jobs & social services
An op-ed by Gregory J Morris for the New York Daily News.
Growing Careers From The Ground Up: A Brooklyn Model For New York’s Cannabis Workforce
Co-authored by Arana Hankin-Biggers, The Travel Agency: A Cannabis Store and Gregory J. Morris, NYCETC.
Bronx families face voucher freeze as Adams, Hochul clash over childcare funding
Greg Morris, NYCETC quoted in the Bronx Times.
Council Member Riley urges Bronx parents to sign petition for free childcare for 2-year-olds
Gregory J Morris, NYCETC quoted in the Bronx Times.
Op-ed: Why New York must invest in its immigrant workers
Co-authored by Yesenia Mata, La Colmena, and Gregory J Morris, NYCETC
Opinion: NYC Is Spending Millions on Workforce Development — But Not on the Workers Who Need It Most
Op-ed by Gregory J Morris for City Limits.
City workforce development programs underserve adults
NYCETC’s “Putting Our Dollars to Work” report in The Chief.
Adams appoints 4 new deputy mayors to replace resigning aides
Statement from Gregory J Morris on the appointment of the new deputy mayors in Crain’s New York Business.
Day two of 2024 NYCETC conference discusses actionable change for workforce development
City & State New York’s coverage of the 2024 NYCETC Conference | On Practice.
Reports
Press Releases
NYCETC Welcomes New and Returning Board Leaders to Champion Workforce Equity and Opportunity
Coalition Taps Sector Leaders to Steer Workforce Equity, Accountability, and Opportunity
New York City Employment and Training Coalition Advances 2025 Workforce Benchmarking Network Cohort
Driving Accountability and Data-Driven Performance Across NYC’s Workforce Development Sector
NYCETC Publishes Early Learnings from the Tech Bridge Grant Program
The program empowers grantees to expand access into New York City’s growing tech workforce through equitable, community-driven pathways.
New Report: Putting Our Dollars to Work
$640M in Citywide Workforce Spending, Majority of Funding Bypasses Prime-Age Workers in Need
NYCETC Statement on Resignation of 4 Deputy Mayors
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.
What They’re Saying: New Yorkers Praise Mayor Adams Family-Focused Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget
NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.
NYCETC Launches Advisory Council to Advance its Mission to Drive Workforce Development Innovation in NYC
The Advisory Council will provide strategic guidance and foster partnerships to enhance job skills and equitable workforce opportunities for New Yorkers
Second Workforce Benchmarking Network Launching in 2025
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.
NYCETC Welcomes Five New Board Members to Champion Workforce Development for All New Yorkers
Learn more about NYCETC’s newest board members.
Mayor Adams Launches City’s First Community Hiring Effort With $1.2 Billion to Connect Underserved New Yorkers With Good-Paying Jobs
NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.
New York City Council Announces Members and Structure of New Arrivals Strategy Team to Strengthen City’s Response to Integrating Newcomers and Supporting Communities
NYCETC is named as a cohort member working with the New Arrivals Strategy Team.
Workforce Benchmarking Network Announced in NYC
An opportunity for up to 15 NYCETC members to participate in monthly activities, exploring how to use qualitative and quantitative data to understand their impact beyond required programs measures.
Google NYC Tech Opportunity Fund Tech Bridge Grant Awards Announced at New York City Employment and Training Coalition Building the NYC Tech Bridge Event
Grants Provided to 5 NYCETC Member Organizations Focused on Growing and Sustaining An Equitable and Inclusive Tech Training Ecosystem through Promising Practice and Partnership
New York City Employment and Training Coalition Congratulates Maria Torres-Springer on Expanded Portfolio of Housing, Economic and Workforce Development
In response to the news that Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer will take on an expanded portfolio to include Housing, Economic Development and Workforce Development, NYCETC released the following statement