2022 Above & Beyond: Innovators Awards

City & State NY will celebrate, for the first time, the Above & Beyond: Innovators Awards. These awards are given out to those involved in transformative government projects, individual change agents and industry partners that are reimagining the public sector. The awards will recognize government organization initiatives that make innovative use of data and emerging technologies.

Innovation Areas:
Pioneering service or approach to service delivery that use data and emerging technologies to improve the overall experience
Creative use of systems, platforms, data and emerging technology that improves the safety or effectiveness of the government workforce, increases operational efficiencies or reduces costs of government organizations
Innovative use of data and emerging technology that improves community-focused outcomes, including those addressing the economic, social and community impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic

6:30 PM	Reception Begins
7:30 PM	Emcee Maryanne Schretzman, Executive Director, Center for Innovation through Data Intelligence Welcomes Everyone
7:35 PM	Keynote Remarks By Adrienne Adams, New York City Council Speaker
7:45 PM	Keynote Remarks By Craig Newmark, Founder of Craigslist & American Internet Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
7:55 PM	Keynote Remarks By Andrew Kimball, President & CEO, New York City Economic Development Corporation
8:10PM	Recognition of 2022 Above & Beyond: Innovators
8:30 PM	Reception Ends

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We require that ALL attendees be vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to the event and submit to a temperature check upon arrival, to help ensure the safety of all attendees. Please remember to bring a copy or photo of your vaccination card or your Excelsior pass to gain entry. We will space out all attendees in a large room to maintain social distancing. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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