[Past Event] What Normal Looks Like for New York City Now

Dupé O. Ajayi Intersectional Marketing Strategist, The Shed (NY) Dupé Ajayi is known for her simplified yet strategic approach to launching innovative marketing campaigns which capture and ignite intersectional audiences. She believes in the power of marketing for good.  After working in production at companies such as MTV, ABC News and BET she made a natural transition into the non-profit arena as a branding and marketing specialist. She has since consulted to and worked for several corporate, non-profit and governmental agencies including Brooklyn Public Library, McDonald’s, The City of New York, Starbucks, Mary J. Blige, Rent the Runway's Project Entrepreneur, the Brooklyn Public Library, to name a few. As Intersectional Marketing Strategist for The Shed, she’s charged with and excited to make sure those who feel they don’t or cannot access arts spaces are welcomed in by cultivating symbiotic partnerships with schools, government agencies, community- based institutions and more. Dupé is credentialed by New York University's School of Continuing and Professional Studies in the area of Public Relations and Marketing for Non-Profits.

Eric Clement Managing Director, Strategic Investments Group, New York City Economic Development Corporation Eric Clement leads the Strategic Investments Group at the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) where he directs three affiliated entities that oversee the negotiation of tax incentives, taxable/tax-exempt debt issuance, New Markets Tax Credit investments, in addition to  a portfolio of debt & equity funds on behalf of the City of New York. These efforts help drive inclusive economic development by unlocking access to finance, mobilizing private capital, and supporting the growth of strategic sectors. Throughout his career, Eric led opportunities across multiple industries and product groups including investment banking, consulting, infrastructure, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and telecommunications. Eric spent time working in London, sub-Saharan Africa, and the United States -most recently as a partner at Blue Frontier Group, an emerging markets private equity firm, SGI Global Holdings, Ltd., and various executive and management-level positions at Accenture plc, Citigroup and JPMorgan. Eric received his MBA from the University of Oxford with specializations in finance and strategy and his undergraduate degree from Lehigh University.  

Will Butler-Adams CEO, Brompton Bicycle Ltd. Will is passionate about all things engineering. He has worked for Nissan, ICI, DuPont and Brompton and been involved in product development, R&D, project management and manufacturing excellence. He studied Mechanical Engineering at Newcastle University and is a Chartered Mechanical Engineer. Brompton designs, manufactures, markets and distributes folding bikes. Over 70% of their products are sold overseas to 47 countries and all are made in London. Will is regularly involved with cycling, business, manufacturing and engineering conferences.

Kathleen Entwistle Private Wealth Advisor, Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management A leader in private wealth management for successful families, women and business owners. Kathy joined UBS in 2007 and subsequently formed Entwistle Partners, creating a team of professionals dedicated to providing multigenerational wealth advice to affluent families, C-suite executives and founders. With her nearly 30-year career defined by many leadership roles, Kathy has been recognized with multiple awards and designations for her achievements—from Forbes as a Top 200 female financial advisor in the country to three consecutive Barron’s nominations to their “Top Women Financial Advisors” list. Kathy attributes her success to her dedicated team who help her deliver on strong personal relationships, thoughtful advice and a high level of service. Experience Officer in Corporate Trust Department, Manufacturers Hanover Trust Vice President and Wealth Advisor, Morgan Stanley Credentials Certified Financial Planner, (CFP®) Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisor,” 2018, 2019

Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisor,” New Jersey, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Forbes “Top 200 Women Advisors,” 2017, 2018 M.B.A., Fordham University Life Kathy serves on the Board of Directors for: The Ridgewood Public Library Foundation, The Family Support Organization of Bergen County, St, Joseph’s School for the Blind, Christian Health Care Center Foundation, and Ridgewood A.M. Rotary. She is an active member of the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey and Women United in Philanthropy. In her free time, she enjoys golfing, spending time with family and relaxing at the beach.

Juliet Scott-Croxford CEO, Worth Juliet currently serves as CEO for media brand Worth, responsible for leading its transformation from a print magazine to a content platform that focuses on 'Worth beyond Wealth' and inspires and informs an affluent, influential and successful community of individuals to be their best selves. Juliet began her career as a management consultant, learning to code at IBM Business Consulting Services, before focusing on business strategy and organizational change, working with clients to solve complex business problems across a variety of sectors through the use of technology. Her experience in this area took her to a role at Boxwood (now KPMG) where she worked as a senior consultant in strategy and business change, with a focus on the media and technology sector. After working as a consultant with Guardian News & Media on its print to digital strategy, in 2012 she was confirmed in a permanent role to lead strategy and operations for the Guardian Media Group's commercial division based in London. Juliet joined the Guardian’s executive committee in 2015 and, as chief delivery officer; was responsible for the strategic implementation of the global three year turnaround plan and subsequent transformation and growth for the Guardian’s US operation, relocating to New York in 2016. She lives in Westchester with her husband and son, is a keen runner, yogi, and skier.