Andrew Kimball to Serve as EDC President and CEO
Lindsay Greene to Serve as Brooklyn Navy Yard CEO
Anne del Castillo to Continue Serving as MOME Commissioner
Clare Newman to Continue Serving as Trust for Governor’s Island President and CEO
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today unveiled multiple new members of his economic development team at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The team — which will be led by Deputy Mayor for Economic and Workforce Development Maria Torres-Springer — includes several new appointments, as well as a handful of previously announced appointments. Collectively, they will be focused on building an equitable recovery across all sectors of the city’s economy and bringing New York City back following COVID-19.
Andrew Kimball will serve as president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), Lindsay Greene will serve as CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, Anne del Castillo will continue to serve as commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME), and Clare Newman will continue to serve as president and CEO of The Trust for Governors Island.
“New York City is the economic engine of the nation and is going to lead this economic recovery, which is why we will need proven leaders who have a comprehensive understanding of the economic landscape of this city, and a track record of ‘Getting Stuff Done,’” said Mayor Adams. “Each member of this diverse group of individuals truly knows the communities they serve, and has the skills, the talent, and the emotional intelligence to shepherd an inclusive and equitable economic recovery for all New Yorkers. Appointing a team like this is how we bring back our city stronger than ever.”
At NYCEDC, Kimball will be responsible for delivering on the mayor’s economic development vision, creating good jobs in burgeoning fields, such as cybersecurity and life sciences, and creatively using the city’s assets to promote equitable growth. Kimball previously served as CEO of Industry City.
At the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Greene will be the first Black woman and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to serve in the role. As CEO, Greene will oversee the workforce development and urban manufacturing campus, which is home to more than 500 businesses and 11,000 employees. Greene will deepen and expand the Navy Yard’s mission, investing in the jobs of the future and creating pipelines for underserved communities to fill these jobs. Greene previously served as chief strategy officer of the NYCEDC.
At MOME, del Castillo will be a crucial partner for the city’s creative economy, from the film sector to the nightlife industry. She will also work with partners in and out of government to aid its recovery, as it was disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. Del Castillo was first appointed as commissioner in 2019.
As president and CEO of The Trust for Governors Island, Newman will build on the remarkable transformation of the island as a world-class public space, with a focus on ensuring all New Yorkers can enjoy the cultural, programmatic, and natural treasures the island has to offer.
“Under Mayor Adams’ leadership, we are fighting every day to drive a recovery for all New Yorkers,” said Deputy Mayor Torres-Springer. “That is why I am so thrilled that we are appointing visionary leaders like Andrew Kimball, Lindsay Greene, Anne del Castillo, and Clare Newman, whose depth of expertise is matched only by their commitment to New York City bouncing back better than before, with a stronger, more equitable, and more resilient economy.”
“New York City has everything we need to recover from the pandemic-induced economic downturn and to build a truly vibrant, inclusive, economic future — an unmatched spirit, an invaluable workforce, and now, a vision that can and will become a reality,” said Andrew Kimball, incoming president and CEO, NYCEDC. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Mayor Adams, Deputy Mayor Torres Springer, and all in both the public and private sectors who share that vision of New York City.”
“The Brooklyn Navy Yard is a job and manufacturing center rich in history and brimming with the promise of the future,” said Lindsay Greene, incoming CEO, Brooklyn Navy Yard. “I am grateful to Mayor Adams for the opportunity to lead the Yard through its next phase, with a focus on building local businesses, creating pathways for worker advancement, and ensuring that the people shaping the inventions, tools, and companies of the future are as diverse as our great city. The success of the Yard comes from its workers, tenants, and neighbors, and I look forward to a continued strong partnership with local residents and leaders, elected officials, and the people working across the campus to cement the Brooklyn Navy Yard as an inclusive economic hub.”
“I am honored to be re-appointed by Mayor Adams to continue the important work of recovering and strengthening New York City’s media, entertainment, and nightlife sectors,” said MOME Commissioner Anne del Castillo. “These industries are vital to our vibrant culture and economy — generating $150 billion and 500,000 jobs pre-pandemic — and define our city as a global capital.”
“I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our city by stewarding Governors Island, a unique and treasured resource for all New Yorkers,” said Clare Newman, president and CEO, Trust for Governors Island. “I look forward to working under the leadership of Mayor Eric Adams and Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer to increase access to this vibrant destination for open space, arts, education, and history, and to create a global center for education and research that will develop equitable solutions to the climate crisis for our urban environments.”
“Frontline communities that have endured historical trauma have been further destabilized by the disparate health impacts of COVID-19 and economic instability,” said Elizabeth Yeampierre, executive director, UPROSE; and co-chair, Climate Justice Alliance. “These contemporary challenges demand visionary leadership grounded in community priorities with the ability to operationalize the just transition our communities deserve. Lindsay Greene's appointment as CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard is cause for celebration for all of us!”
“I’m pleased to hear Mayor Adams has appointed Andrew Kimball as president & CEO of the New York City Economic Development Corporation,” said Al Wiltshire, former president and board member, Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation. “For years Andrew has worked tirelessly to foster the development of meaningful relationships, which have provided countless opportunities for workforce development in the communities he has been devoted to. Furthermore, Andrew has been a beacon of light in promoting M/WBE contracting. To those ends, Mayor Adams could not have made a better choice.”
“Andrew Kimball’s deft leadership and transformative approaches to economic development and area revitalization are known quantities to us at CUNY,” said CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez. “The meaningful collaborations he forged with the University — as CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation and Industry City, respectively — have benefited our students and their communities immensely. These include employment opportunities for CUNY students with Brooklyn Navy Yard-affiliated companies; the unparalleled location of Brooklyn College’s Feirstein Graduate School of Cinema on the Steiner Studios film lot in the Navy Yard; and the Innovation Lab at Industry City, which provides career training and job placement services and includes New York City College of Technology as a founding partner. Andrew’s presence at NYCEDC’s helm will enhance job opportunities for CUNY’s students and energize New York City’s recovery across the five boroughs. We congratulate Andrew and applaud Mayor Adams on the appointment.”
“Andrew was one of the first people I met in government who had the vision and understanding to realize how important advanced manufacturing could be to the Navy Yard and to New York City,” said David Belt, co-founder, New Lab. “While a tough negotiator, Andrew was always fair, always straight up, and always practical, and we got the deal done. He has an ability to navigate complexity and not lose focus on what is important. We are lucky to have him serve the city as CEO of the NYCEDC. Great pick by Mayor Adams.”
“Andrew Kimball’s ability to see what's possible and generate creative solutions to complex problems make him the right leader at the right time at NYCEDC,” said Liliana Polo-McKenna, Ed.L.D., former CEO, Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow. “Having worked with Andrew at the Innovation Lab at Industry City for several years, I can attest to his commitment to seek out and listen to multiple perspectives, while remaining laser-focused on supporting and creating avenues for economic access and mobility. He is someone who gets the big picture and also deeply values understanding what that looks like on the ground. He is a great choice.”
“Having worked closely with both Andrew Kimball and Anne del Castillo over the years, I am pleased to see that they will continue their incredible success in Mayor Adams’ administration,” said Doug Steiner, chairman, Steiner Studios. “Andrew recognized early on that film and TV production could be a huge economic driver for New York and serve as the catalyst for putting the Brooklyn Navy Yard on the map. He knows his way around city government, and because he’s well-liked and respected, he knows how to ‘Get Stuff Done.’ The same way he transformed the Navy Yard, he then did in the private sector at Industry City. I think the world of him, and I know that his heart is in public service. Anne took the New York City film and television business to a whole other level. There are three times the amount of production here now than there was when she started. I’m looking forward to her continuing that trajectory. Kudos to Mayor Adams for both of these stellar appointments.”
“Anne del Castillo has been a marvelous champion for the work that makes our city vibrant, and I’m delighted her leadership will continue in Mayor Adams’ administration,” said Ruth Dickey, executive director, National Book Foundation. “We are lucky to have her breadth of experience and creative thinking in this role, and I look forward to working with Commissioner del Castillo and the city to celebrate the critical role that books and publishing play in making New York an incredible place to live, work, and visit.”
“We’re thrilled that Mayor Adams is keeping Anne del Castillo on as commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment because her experience and expertise will be essential in ensuring our city is the media and entertainment capital of the world as we recover from the pandemic,” said Andrew Rigie, executive director, New York City Hospitality Alliance.
“I commend Mayor Adams for reappointing Anne del Castillo in her role as commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment,” said Michael Royce, executive director, New York Foundation for the Arts. “Commissioner del Castillo's leadership in the arts and entertainment industry broke new ground when she came into office by creating innovative opportunities for artists, and I look forward to her continually inspiring all of us in the cultural sector with her accessible, inclusive, and smart leadership.”
“Anne has been an incredible source of information and a major thought leader and partner for the New York film and television community,” said Flo Mitchell-Brown, chairperson, New York Production Alliance. “During the pandemic, much has been required of Anne and her team and they have risen to the occasion. Not only has New York production come back, but programs aimed at making our industry strong and inclusive going forward continue to grow. We are excited to continue working with Anne building on such a strong foundation.”
“The Motion Picture Association is pleased that Anne del Castillo has been reappointed as commissioner of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment,” said Vans Stevenson, senior vice president for state government affairs, Motion Picture Association. “While the pandemic has posed significant challenges to streaming, television, and motion picture production, Anne has been a tireless champion for our industry at MOME. We look forward to working with Anne and all city officials to achieve the mayor’s goal of continuing to grow the production industry in New York City.”
“Silvercup is thrilled to congratulate Commissioner del Castillo on her reappointment to head the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment,” said Kris Bagwell, executive vice president and general manager, Silvercup Studios. “Anne has done a phenomenal job helping our industry adapt and thrive in challenging times. We look forward to continuing to grow the city’s film and television workforce alongside her and Mayor Adams in the years to come.”
“RPA is delighted with Clare Newman’s reappointment to lead The Trust for Governors Island,” said Tom Wright, president and CEO, Regional Plan Association (RPA). “Since incubating the Governor's Island Alliance in 1995, RPA has played a pivotal role in creating the Governors Island National Monument and turning the island into a great civic space that is open to all. In the face of the climate crisis, we look forward to continuing to partner with the Trust as it establishes the Center for Climate Solutions and becomes a leader for urban climate research, green jobs training, and resiliency. We have great confidence in Clare as an innovative leader who will lead this important initiative and help advance critical and equitable climate solutions that will impact us all.”
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