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Shirley Wu: Investing for a More Robust and Inclusive Economy in New York City

Shirley Wu: Investing for a More Robust and Inclusive Economy in New York City
Shirley: It’s great to be here, Spiffy! The Partnership Fund for NYC's goal is to lead NYC toward a stronger, more inclusive future. We invest in innovative entrepreneurs who are contributing to a more robust and inclusive economy in NYC. Our investments focus on two categories. First, expanding opportunitywe prioritize initiatives that create jobs and support social entrepreneurship, particularly in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Second, sparking innovationwe facilitate the growth of emerging industries so that NYC is at the forefront of innovation, remains a hub for exceptional talent, and is positioned for the future.

Malia Bachesta Eley: Helping Prevent, Prepare For, and Respond to Climate Disasters

Malia Bachesta Eley: Helping Prevent, Prepare For, and Respond to Climate Disasters
Malia: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! I sit on the Climate Philanthropy team at Salesforce where we aim to reduce the future impacts of climate change and respond to the impacts already here. In my role, I oversee our disaster resilience programs to help prevent, prepare, and respond to future climate disasters with a focus on vulnerable communities.