Saki Mori, Director of Special Projects Saki Mori, Director of Special Projects

Thankful to Perch for a Shift in Perspective

Ever since I began taking social studies and becoming aware of my surroundings as a child growing up in New York City, I’ve been fascinated by the history of the City.

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Kayla Joyner, Community Engagement Associate Kayla Joyner, Community Engagement Associate

From Public Policy to Community Engagement

Hi everyone!
My name is Kayla Joyner, the newest member of Perch’s team, specializing in community engagement. But let me rewind a bit. In 2023, I earned my BA in international relations and political science, however, I soon found myself on a career path that was quite different from what I envisioned during my college years…

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Aarti Mehta, Project Manager Aarti Mehta, Project Manager

Behind The Scenes of Managing a Public Space

Winter vibes are in full swing, and March is treating me well with awesome snowfall, some meaningful work, and quality time with my family. I hope you all are safe and warm. Happy New Year to each one of you.

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Saki Mori, Director of Special Projects Saki Mori, Director of Special Projects

What is Workforce Development?

Enter this question into Google, and an array of results for its definition will appear.

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Theodora Boguszewski, Director of Programs and Strategy Theodora Boguszewski, Director of Programs and Strategy

Musings on Coney Island

Reflecting on summertime destinations, and one in particular …

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James D. Ellis, Senior Director of Community and Economic Development James D. Ellis, Senior Director of Community and Economic Development

Secret Recipe for BID Formation

Three years of conversations. 41 Meetings. Three hundred and eighty NYC tax lots housing over 300 businesses. One and a half miles of Fulton Street. Nearly 2,290 mailings & 2475 phone calls. 20 neighbors, including property owners, business operators, service providers--all of them considered investors in their future.

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