This July 4th, we celebrate more than independence; we celebrate participation in shaping our communities and the world around us. At Karp Strategies, we believe in the power of participatory democracy to build sustainable and thriving urban spaces for all. Happy Independence Day! #UrbanPlanning #IndependenceDay #Participation
Karp Strategies
Architecture and Planning
New York, NY 7,403 followers
Taking analysis to action for stronger communities, economies, and cities
About us
Karp Strategies is a WBE and DBE-certified urban planning and strategy consulting firm that partners with clients to identify their unique needs and provide tailored solutions to strengthen cities. By incorporating people, data and place as core tenants of our approach, we help our cross-sector clients move from analysis to action, allowing them to tackle challenges, make informed decisions, and advance their projects. We work with private, public, and non-profit clients to tackle complex strategy, planning, policy, and operational challenges that equip them to better provide services and products to their customers and communities. Karp Strategies enables clients to bring their ideas to fruition by applying a combined analytical and design thinking approach to problem solving. In doing so, we provide clients with the tools to efficiently and successfully execute their missions. With deep, cross-sector experience, the Karp Strategies team advises clients through our technical analysis, strategy, and communications services. Our team: • Conducts thorough and thoughtful planning and economic analyses of neighborhoods that surround projects, including examining demographic, employment, business, and overall economic and market trends, and surfacing all trajectory options to inform client decision-making. • Provides clients a valuable return on their investment, measured in numerous ways, including: surfacing critical information about a local market, securing stakeholder buy in, appealing to key demographic markets, and helping deliver projects on time and on budget. • Designs and executes inclusive, holistic stakeholder and community engagement and outreach strategies to understand and reflect diverse community and client needs. The inclusion of multiple perspectives often makes projects stronger by achieving community understanding or buy in, and likely ensuring fewer delays in the long term. • Develops short, medium, and long-term visions and solutions with and for clients to ensure that all hurdles, including regulatory ones, are successfully mapped out and overcome. • Directly manages projects to improve effectiveness and efficiency. • Incorporates equity, inclusion, and access as a framework across projects. Based in New York City, Karp Strategies works nationwide, with a portfolio that grows larger each month. Our team is comprised of multidisciplinary, multilingual policy and planning strategists – ready to work with you to move your projects forward.
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http://www.karpstrategies.com
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- Industry
- Architecture and Planning
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- Urban Planning & Design, Economic Development, Community Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Design & Analysis, Ports & Waterfronts, Transportation Policy, Workforce Development, Small Business, Industrial & Manufacturing, Resiliency, and Public Health & Wellness
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26 Broadway
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New York, NY 10004, US
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833 President Street
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Brooklyn, NY 11215, US
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Karp Strategies is thrilled to announce the promotions of Zeineb Sellami to Director and Kyle Beyer to Associate! Please join us in congratulating each of them on their accomplishments! Both Zeineb and Kyle have spent the last several months deeply investing in their growth through stretch assignments, working closely with a Karp Strategies internal coach as they worked towards cultivating the skills needed to advance to the next level. We are proud to support each of them, and to invest in the continuous learning and professional growth of the Karp Strategies team. As Director, Zeineb will lead community economic development, renewable energy, and multi-stakeholder projects, building on her strong track record. Her promotion to Director reflects pivotal leadership in driving our projects forward with vision, nuance, and expertise. Zeineb started at the firm as a part-time Graduate Analyst, and has been an integral team member since. Congratulations, Zeineb! As Associate, Kyle will spearhead project management efforts across the firm, ranging from stakeholder engagement to economic development to real estate advisory. He brings his expertise in public engagement and strategic analysis to help clients make decisions to better serve their communities. Kyle’s promotion reflects his keen abilities to deliver projects on scope, on time, and on budget, while keeping vision and the team at the forefront. Congratulations, Kyle! Zeineb and Kyle’s accomplishments highlight our dedication to fostering talent and our commitment to investing in our team and promoting from within. We look forward to supporting you in this exciting next step. #KarpStrategies #Promotion #ProfessionalDevelopment #bestteam #alwayslearning
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As Pride Month comes to an end, we are excited to celebrate the NYC Pride Parade on Sunday, June 30, starting at noon. The parade will kick off at 25th Street and 5th Avenue and make its vibrant way through the heart of New York City. At Karp Strategies, we stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community, honoring the resilience, diversity, and strength that define Pride. The NYC Pride Parade is not just a celebration but a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and inclusion. As we join in the festivities, we reflect on our commitment to fostering inclusive communities where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Our work in urban planning and community engagement is driven by these principles, ensuring that every project we undertake promotes equity and respect for all. Happy Pride to our team, clients, partners, and everyone celebrating today. Let's continue to advocate for a world where everyone can live with pride. Learn more about the Pride Parade here: https://lnkd.in/exupn9m #NYCPride #Pride2024 #LGBTQ+ #CommunityEngagement #KarpStrategies #Equality #Inclusion #CelebrateDiversity #KarpStrategies
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Calling all MWBEs and Minority-owned Small Businesses! We are partnering with People's Theatre Project, Chamber of Commerce of Washington Heights & Inwood, NY Women's Chamber of Commerce, Shawmut Design and Construction, and Inwood Merchant’s Association for an informative event seeking businesses in the Upper Manhattan and West Bronx area for services in construction and other industries! Are you an immigrant, local, and/or minority-owned small business with expertise in electric, drywall, millwork, lighting, audio-visual, ornamental metal, concrete, structural steel, and more? Join us and help build The People’s Theatre! 🕒 Date & Time: June 28, 2024, 9:30 am—11:30 am 📍Location: Alianza, Dominicana Cultural Center, 530 W 166th St, New York, NY 10032 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eBW7s3vE
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Happy Juneteenth! Today, we celebrate a pivotal date in American history that marked the end of slavery and the rebirth of the American republic. On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas. They carried the message that all slaves were free and that there was “absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves.” This holiday itself is a testament to the power of advocacy and the impact of dedicated individuals. One such individual is Opal Lee, affectionately known as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth." The first celebrations of Juneteenth were used as political rallies and to teach freed African Americans about their voting rights. Opal's tireless campaign and unwavering efforts led to the official recognition of Juneteenth as a national holiday in 2021. At Karp Strategies, our mission to build better cities and communities can only be achieved through active participation and community empowerment. Inspired by activists like Opal Lee’s legacy, we remain dedicated to fostering democratic and participatory processes in all our work. Image: Opal Lee is given a pen after President Joe Biden signs the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, June 17, 2021.
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Join us in welcoming our newest team members to Karp Strategies! Sharon Mathews joins us as an Analyst. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi and an MS in Urban Planning from Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation. Her previous experiences include roles at the Regional Plan Association, Columbia Climate School, City Collab, and Epistle. Harrison Crist joins us as a Graduate Analyst. Currently pursuing his Master of Urban Planning degree at New York University, Harrison brings a wealth of experience from his roles at the DC Department of Behavioral Health, Arnold Ventures, and ecoAmerica. Henry Hoffmann is also joining us as a Graduate Analyst. He is pursuing his Master of Urban Planning degree at New York University and has valuable experience from Save The Bay, SF Bay Goodwill, and the Center for Employment Opportunities. Leo Shaw joins our team as a BD Intern. He is currently pursuing his Master of Urban Planning degree at Hunter College. Leo has a diverse background with roles at Snøhetta, Are.na, Consortia, and Bowdoin College Museum of Art. Welcome to the Karp Strategies family, Sharon, Harrison, Henry and Leo! We look forward to working, learning and celebrating with you all. #KarpStrategies #Welcome #NewHires #UrbanPlanning #CommunityEngagement #KarpStrategies #TeamGrowth
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Congratulations to Studio Gang, the NYC Department of Design and Construction, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), and all the partners who contributed to this milestone. As the Community Engagement Consultant, Karp Strategies is thrilled to have played a part in this incredible project. The Marlboro Agricultural Education Center (MAEC) will serve as a new hub for multigenerational education, job training, and community leadership in nutrition and urban agriculture. We are proud to support such impactful initiatives that strengthen our communities. #KarpStrategies #UrbanAgriculture #CommunityLeadership #SustainableDevelopment #EnvironmentalDesign #CommunityEngagement #Brooklyn #MarlboroHouses #StakeholderEngagement
Over the weekend we broke ground on the Marlboro Agricultural Education Center (MAEC), a new hub for multigenerational education, job training, and community leadership in nutrition and urban agriculture! The new building, located in Brooklyn’s Gravesend neighborhood, brings diverse, community-orientated programs to the western edge of Marlboro Houses. Guided by the mission of its nonprofit operator, The Campaign Against Hunger (TCAH), the Center builds on long running efforts across the city to strengthen food autonomy and security in underserved neighborhoods. Inside, the greenhouse on the upper level will use a combination of hydroponics and aquaponics to grow nutritious leafy greens that will be distributed to neighbors, used in the teaching kitchen, and eventually sold at local farmers markets. Outside, the design strengthens connections with the surrounding neighborhood and campus through generous sidewalk frontage and large windows that reveal the activities within. A central, accessible entrance and public terrace with plantings and seating invites people to explore the building. Congratulations to all of our partners! NYC Department of Design and Construction, New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), The Campaign Against Hunger, Consigli Construction Co., Inc., Eponymous Practice, Thornton Tomasetti, Philip Habib and Associates, Langan Consulting Engineers, Bala Consulting Engineers, Renfro Design Group, Urban Arborists Inc, VDA Elevator and Escalator Consulting, Karp Strategies, Hopkins Foodservice Specialists, Inc., Agritecture, Prospiant Learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/eX7y3AWM
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Our CEO, Rebecca Karp, and Senior Associate, Zeineb Sellami, had a fantastic time at Southwest Brooklyn Industrial Development Corporation’s Sunset Swing! This event brought our team together with a vibrant community to celebrate the small businesses and entrepreneurs of the Southwest Brooklyn Industrial waterfront. At Karp Strategies, we're passionate about community engagement and sustainable development. Our city's working waterfront is a crucial element, providing essential spaces for commerce, industry, and recreation. Thank you SBIDC, for hosting such a wonderful event. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and driving impactful change together. #KarpStrategies #CommunityEngagement #SustainableDevelopment #WorkingWaterfront #SBIDC #SunsetSwing
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Happy World Wind Day! Today, we celebrate the power of wind energy and its pivotal role in our sustainable future. Offshore wind provides clean, renewable energy, creates jobs, boosts local economies, and helps combat climate change. At Karp Strategies, we are proud to support the advancement of offshore wind projects that harness the vast potential of our oceans. We have had the privilege of working on several offshore wind projects. Some highlights include analyzing the offshore wind supply chain and workforce for the State of Maine, examining community benefits agreements for projects from around the world for the Regional Plan Association, raising awareness among New York State’s youth about offshore wind, and developing an interactive website to explore career paths for NYSERDA, delivering a curriculum to prepare The City University of New York students for opportunities in the growing offshore wind industry, connecting BIPOC-owned businesses to green economy opportunities in the sector as part of the Growing GreenInitiative with BOC Capital Corp., Evergreen Exchange, and Southwest Brooklyn Industrial Development Corporation. Read more about these projects on our website: https://lnkd.in/g9ExWjxS #GlobalWindDay #WindEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #OffshoreWind #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #GreenFuture #CBA #WorkforceDevelopment #Economic Development
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