Emma Pfohman

CEO of @ABetterNY // Mama to Elliot

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

So proud that @ABetterNY is funding $250,000 to 30 nonprofits to bring the World Cup to their communities!

Let there be youth soccer tournaments, fan watch parties & local business promos so every borough can share in the excitement & economic boost of this historic tournament!

[ABNY @ABetterNY]

We're thrilled to support community-based organizations across all five boroughs through ABNY's World Cup for All Community Grant Program!

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

In Queens, it’s always a party!

We are thrilled to support Tom & the @QueensChamber as a grantee of our World Cup for All community grant program 🥳

[ABNY @ABetterNY]

ABNY CEO Emma Pfohman joined the @QueensChamber, local leaders, and small business owners at Murphy's Sports Bar to celebrate the launch of the Celebrate Soccer in 2026 Business Toolkit—one of the 30 initiatives supported through ABNY’s World Cup for All Community Grant Program.

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

🧡 Local economic development 💙

[NYCEDC @NYCEDC]

🏀 NBA Finalists AND boosting NYC’s economy? LET'S GO @nyknicks!
The Knicks' playoffs run has generated an estimated $202 million in economic impact, and with tonight's NBA Finals return, the postseason can potentially generate $465 million cumulatively. https://t.co/7xw4oeXRFK

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

We were thrilled to welcome @NYCPlanning Director Sherman to our @ABetterNY Women’s Luncheon to hear more about her vision for the agency & how she plans to advance the Block by Block housing plan!

Thx @DowntownBklyn’s Regina Myer for moderating 🍎

[NYC Planning @NYCPlanning]

We're working to unlock housing in transit-rich corridors held back by restrictive zoning.

Today, Director Sherman joined @RegionalPlan and @ABetterNY to share how we're advancing @NYCMayor's Block by Block plan to deliver more homes and jobs to meet neighborhood needs.

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

The bonus of a 5a wake up is you have plenty of time to (remember and) construct silly hair day for school!

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

Ever wanted a private tour of @ForestHillsStdm??

How about with a cocktail in hand and plenty of tasty Queens food?

Plus all your favorite Queens business, civic & nonprofit leaders - including the one and only @QnsBPRichards?!

Join @ABetterNY on June 17 to celebrate Queens!

[ABNY @ABetterNY]

ABNY Celebrates Queens! Join us in the World's Borough on June 17 at Forest Hills Stadium for private tours, local food, and networking with civic leaders. Special thanks to our sponsors: @ResortsWorldNYC & @ymcanyc. Secure your tickets today: https://t.co/NxwxRW3pmx

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

What a long time coming! 🎉💃

[Jen Goodman @jengoodman75]

Very important news. Effective immediately, the dance police is indeed over!!

@GovKathyHochul just eliminated antiquated restrictions on dancing in NY 🕺🪩

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

Operational excellence should be govt’s north star, but outdated bureaucracy often gets in the way. I can’t think of a better person than @amcheng2016 to drive this commission's work!😍 @ABetterNY hopes this commission can help make govt faster, smarter & more responsive to NYers

[Ann Cheng @amcheng2016]

We ask city agencies to do so much, with such difficult constraints. To have the chance to structurally change some of those constraints to allow city workers to do what they need to do is a total dream!

https://t.co/XYArHOD5Np

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

New York City's affordability crisis has two sides: we must lower everyday costs like childcare and housing, but we also must expand access to good-paying jobs for New Yorkers to get ahead.

Come hear more from @DMJulieSu, @NYCEDC @NYCETC_org & leading workforce experts on 6/11!

[ABNY @ABetterNY]

The conversation around NYC's economic mobility and workforce development is more vital than ever. Join us for "ABNY Talks: Defining Economic Justice & the Future of Work" to examine the actionable strategies needed to build a more equitable city.
Tickets: https://t.co/WQ4YzbDEJ9

[Sarah Mallory @sarahhmalloryy]

A smart take highlighting what so many of us already know: @DMLeilaBozorg is one of the sharpest housing leaders in NYC. Thoughtful, strategic, & always clear-eyed about the work. Shoutout to her & @NYCMayor for pushing forward an ambitious housing vision w/ NYCHA front & center

[Mark D. Levine @MarkLevineNYC]

This sounds obscure but it is not.

For 50 years, NY’s environmental review law (aka SEQRA) has been weaponized to stop housing and other vital projects.

The reform reform Gov. Hochul just signed will dramatically speed up approvals, so good projects aren't killed by process.

A huge win in the fight to build the housing NY so desperately needs.

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

‼️🌭‼️🌮‼️🍱‼️

[Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @NYCMayor]

From June 11 to July 19, New Yorkers can eat, drink, and celebrate the World Cup for just $26 at restaurants across all five boroughs.

From Little Senegal in Harlem to Little Odessa in Brooklyn, our city’s diversity is our greatest strength, and now it’s on the menu.

Be part of the excitement, support small businesses, and eat up all this city has to offer: https://t.co/xSEKmHvt5x

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

When @ABetterNY hosted THE Andy Byford last fall, he promised a complete transformation of Penn Station. There were skeptics about the very aggressive timeline, but Andy’s optimism was infectious.

Excited for this next step & that NYC can still do big, transformative things!

[Spectrum News NY1 @NY1]

Federal officials and Amtrak announced that Halmar — under the name Penn Transformation Partners — will be the developer to lead the transformation of Penn Station.

The transformation will include a new entrance to the train hall on Eighth Avenue, new concourses, expanded track capacity and more.

Read more: https://t.co/qDb7AVYtE8

[Governor Kathy Hochul @GovKathyHochul]

New Yorkers have deserved a better Penn Station for decades.

Today's announcement of the selection of a master developer is an important step towards delivering for New Yorkers who ride everything from the Acela to the A train.

[NYC Housing @NYCHousing]

Approved ✅

@NYCCouncil just approved the City’s first ELURP application for 351 Powers Avenue in the Bronx, helping fast-track 84 affordable homes, including 30 homes for formerly homeless New Yorkers.

What once could’ve taken up to 7 months was completed in just 90 days.

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

@nahmias 😿🫣😭

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

With stagnant job growth, and major shifts for employers and workers alike around AI, changing skill needs, and affordability pressures - come hear how the @NYCMayorsOffice and Deputy Mayor @JulieSuLabor are thinking about workforce development & mobility as economic justice

[ABNY @ABetterNY]

Join us for our upcoming ABNY Talks: Defining Economic Justice & the Future of Work. This important conversation will examine the current economic landscape of NYC and explore actionable strategies for economic mobility through workforce development.

Tix:https://t.co/sTm6YBjsDq

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

This is great to see! Shout out to the dream team of @DMLeilaBozorg @dmjuliakerson & @AhmedTigani54 🎉

[Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @NYCMayor]

We've removed major hurdles to building affordable housing —  a move that will get homes up nearly 2 years faster.

We’re in a race to tackle our housing crisis, because working New Yorkers can't afford to wait.

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

@DanGarodnick @ABetterNY @NYPDPC Great to see you, Dan! Thanks for joining us!

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

@bradhoylman ⚽️😍🎉

[Emma Pfohman @emmapfohman]

I remember my first briefing on this project when I was at City Hall - since the start, they’ve led a community-driven process resulting in this gorgeous & inclusive design!

Congrats to the @LincolnCenter team on this week’s groundbreaking & I’m counting down until 2028!

[Lincoln Center @LincolnCenter]

Coming to Lincoln Center summer 2028! We can’t wait for you to enjoy a performance at the Baron Theater, a new world-class amphitheater, open plaza, and the centerpiece of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Gardens. ➡️ Learn more: https://t.co/DTLcV5Mz1H