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City & State’s Rebuilding NY Summit will offer industry executives, public sector leaders and academics a full-day conference dedicated to building, modernizing and upgrading New York’s systems and infrastructure. This event features discussions dissecting the biggest infrastructure issues, including funding for repairs, use of MWBEs, policy recommendations, and where the city and state has seen its biggest successes and shortcomings.
Agenda
Times are subject to change.
Keynote Remarks

Rick Cotton
Executive DirectorThe Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Revitalizing New York’s Building Industry
New York’s building industry is evolving to meet today’s challenges. Our experts
will explore key topics including equity in development, safety and security,
decarbonization, climate adaptation, aging infrastructure, asset management for
capital and public-private projects, and affordable housing. They'll also highlight
innovative tools and technologies transforming the way we build.
New York’s building industry is evolving to meet today’s challenges. Our experts
will explore key topics including equity in development, safety and security,
decarbonization, climate adaptation, aging infrastructure, asset management for
capital and public-private projects, and affordable housing. They'll also highlight
innovative tools and technologies transforming the way we build.

Rich Kassel (Moderator)
PartnerAJW, Inc.

Linda Rosenthal
ChairNew York State Assembly Housing Committee

Len Greco
Senior Vice PresidentNYCEDC’s Capital Program
Reimagining New York’s Transportation Future
Rebuilding New York's transportation systems is more than just a necessity but it’s
also an opportunity. This panel will examine how the city and state can reimagine
transit for the 21st century, with a focus on better connectivity, safety,
accessibility, sustainability, resilience and ease. From highways, to subways, buses,
regional rail and micromobility options, experts from government, design,
advocacy, and technology will discuss strategies for modernizing infrastructure,
closing service gaps, and ensuring all New Yorkers can move safely and efficiently.
Rebuilding New York's transportation systems is more than just a necessity but it’s
also an opportunity. This panel will examine how the city and state can reimagine
transit for the 21st century, with a focus on better connectivity, safety,
accessibility, sustainability, resilience and ease. From highways, to subways, buses,
regional rail and micromobility options, experts from government, design,
advocacy, and technology will discuss strategies for modernizing infrastructure,
closing service gaps, and ensuring all New Yorkers can move safely and efficiently.

Boldyn Networks (Moderator)
SpeakerTBD

Seth Wainer
Program Director of InnovationPort Authority of New York and New Jersey

Minosca Alcantara
Executive DirectorNew York State Bridge Authority
Mega Projects: The Biggest Building Initiatives Shaping New York
From innovative construction projects to transformative transit hubs and
waterfront redevelopments, New York is in the midst of a construction boom that’s
reshaping its future. This panel takes a deep dive into the city and state’s largest
and most ambitious building projects—what they are, who’s behind them, and
how they’re changing the urban landscape. Policymakers, industry leaders,
planners, and developers will discuss the vision, challenges, and impact of these
megaprojects, touching on everything from funding and timelines to community
engagement and environmental considerations.
From innovative construction projects to transformative transit hubs and
waterfront redevelopments, New York is in the midst of a construction boom that’s
reshaping its future. This panel takes a deep dive into the city and state’s largest
and most ambitious building projects—what they are, who’s behind them, and
how they’re changing the urban landscape. Policymakers, industry leaders,
planners, and developers will discuss the vision, challenges, and impact of these
megaprojects, touching on everything from funding and timelines to community
engagement and environmental considerations.

Ahmed Tigani
First Deputy CommissionerNYC Housing Preservation & Development

Girish Behal
Vice President, Projects and Business DevelopmentNew York Power Authority

Bridget O’Hanlon
Deputy Commissioner, Design and ConstructionOffice of General Services/OGS
Rebuilding New York’s Counties and Cities
This panel highlights the latest developments taking shape across New York
State—from major infrastructure and housing projects to revitalized public
buildings, waterways, parks, and community spaces. Hear from experts on the
ground who are driving innovation, embracing new technologies, and finding ways
to cut through red tape to deliver greener, more affordable, and more livable
communities statewide.
This panel highlights the latest developments taking shape across New York
State—from major infrastructure and housing projects to revitalized public
buildings, waterways, parks, and community spaces. Hear from experts on the
ground who are driving innovation, embracing new technologies, and finding ways
to cut through red tape to deliver greener, more affordable, and more livable
communities statewide.

Kisha Santiago
Deputy Secretary of State for Planning, Development and Community InfrastructureNew York Department of the State

Edward P. Romaine
ExecutiveSuffolk County

Mark Poloncarz
ExecutiveErie County