Nikki L. Smith
Special Advisor (Project Manager) @New York City Council
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WORK HISTORY
Special Advisor (Project Manager) @New York City Council
New York, NY, US
In collaboration with the NYC Council Land Use team, I lead efforts to advance the Mitchell-Lama initiative in Southeast Queens, managing the financial and regulatory complexities of building, preserving, and protecting affordable housing. I work to ensure long-term affordability while fostering sustainable development, balancing economic feasibility with community needs.By addressing the financial paradox of affordability, I strategize resource allocation and policy solutions that maximize investments while keeping housing accessible for working families. My role extends to securing sustainable solutions for established and emerging housing projects, reinforcing stability, opportunity, and equity across communities.With a deep commitment to urban planning, housing policy, and economic development, I engage with elected officials, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders to drive meaningful, lasting impact in Southeast Queens.#AffordableHousing #UrbanPlanning #NYCLandUse #EconomicDevelopment #Finance #Procurement
EDUCATION
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York (CUNY)
AS, Business Administration
Valdosta State University
Associate of Science - AS, Computer Science
Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
The Graduate Center, City University of New York
BA, Human Resources Management
SKILLS
ABOUT NIKKI L. SMITH
Senior executive leader with over 30 years of experience operating at the intersection of government, housing policy, workforce development, communications, and large-scale operations. I have served in senior advisory roles within the New York City government, most recently as a Special Advisor to Speaker Adrienne Adams of the New York City Council, where I supported executive strategy, interagency coordination, legislative priorities, and citywide initiatives across housing, land use, workforce systems, and community investment. My work bridges City Hall, state and federal partners, and community stakeholders to translate policy vision into structured implementation and measurable public outcomes.Prior to my public-sector leadership, I spent more than a decade in executive roles within media and broadcast organizations, directing multimillion-dollar budgets, enterprise partnerships, cross-platform campaigns, talent management, and complex event production. This private-sector foundation refined my operational discipline, stakeholder engagement strategy, negotiation skills, and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams under high-pressure, high-visibility environments. Across both sectors, I have developed systems that align strategy, compliance, finance, communications, and community impact.I am a strategic advisor and operations executive recognized for disciplined execution, cross-agency collaboration, crisis management, and stakeholder diplomacy. Whether advancing initiatives related to housing sustainability, workforce mobility, civic engagement, or enterprise transformation, I bring political judgment, organizational rigor, and an unwavering commitment to fortifying institutions and expanding opportunities for the communities they serve.Core Executive Strengths:• Strategic Planning & Policy Execution• Cross-Agency & Intergovernmental Coordination• Housing & Workforce Systems Leadership• Stakeholder & Community Engagement• Operational & Organizational Management• Crisis Management & Public Communications• Marketing Strategy & Activation
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