The Hotel Association of NYC (HANYC) Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Hotel Association of NYC, is embarking on an ambitious enterprise to directly address the most pressing challenges facing our city – public safety, sanitation, and immigration- while championing the future of hospitality in New York. Our vision includes fostering powerful partnerships and launching innovative programs to ensure that New York remains the world’s premiere destination.

Our Goals

Public Safety

Invests in programs that strengthen partnerships between hotels and local law enforcement to promote safe and welcoming environments for guests, workers, and surrounding communities.

    Sanitation

    Support initiatives that improve cleanliness and waste management in and around hotels, enhancing the overall guest experience while contributing to a healthier city.

      Immigration

      Provide resources and partnerships that assist immigrant workers in the hospitality industry, ensuring access to workforce development, legal guidance, and community support.


      Board of Directors

      Natalie Bogan

      Complex General Manager
      Highgate Hotels



      Vijay Dandapani

      President and CEO
      Hotel Association of New York City


      Heather Davis

      Regional Vice President
      Aimbridge


      Laurent Ebzant

      General Manager
      Park Hyatt New York


      Julie Greenberg

      Executive Vice President
      Kasirer


      Hervé Houdré

      H2 Hervé Houdré Sustainability Consulting.


      Karambir Kang

      Area Director
      The Pierre, A Taj Hotel


      Katherine Algarin Morales

      Director of Finance
      Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza



      Chris O’Sullivan

      Hotel Manager
      Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel


      Pradeep Raman

      Managing Director
      The Surrey – A Corinthia Hotel


      Gabriel “Gabi” Soanca

      General Manager
      Trump International Hotel & Tower New York

      Robert Salem

      Managing Principal
      EPIC Brokers


       



      Audit/Finance Committee



      Katherine Algarin Morales

      Director of Finance
      Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza






      Philanthropy Committee



      Karambir Kang

      Area Director
      The Pierre, A Taj Hotel






      Fundraising Committee



      Julie Greenberg

      Executive Vice President
      Kasirer



       
       




      Public Relations

      Lisa Linden

      Media Strategist
      Resilere Partners