New York, NY – Sharon Greenberger, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater New York, is the newest member of the NYIT Board of Trustees. With more than 20 years of experience in urban planning, development, and education, she oversees the Manhattan-based non-profit organization that serves over 500,000 children, adults, and seniors annually through various programs and services.

Prior to joining the YMCA, Greenberger was senior vice president for facilities and real estate at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. There, she oversaw $2 billion in active projects to expand and improve facilities to better serve the needs of patients and their families.

"Sharon has dedicated her career to leading initiatives that seek to nurture potential, improve lives, and strengthen communities. Her expertise in setting and executing strategic direction for prominent non-profits and other large, socially responsible organizations will contribute measurably to the university in both the short and long term," said Kevin Silva, chair of the NYIT Board of Trustees.

Greenberger also served as the chief operating officer for the New York City Department of Education, where she managed operations and programs for 1.1 million children across 1,700 of the city's public schools.

"A college degree or accreditation is more important for New York City's young people than ever before, and I'm thrilled to serve on the board of trustees of NYIT to help fulfill the university's mission of providing access to opportunity to qualified students," said Greenberger. "With a focus on innovation and technology, NYIT delivers knowledge and skills to students so they are prepared for tomorrow's opportunities and careers."

Ms. Greenberger received her bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University and holds a master's degree in City Planning, with a focus in Housing and Community Development and Environmental Design, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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