Zack Aders

Zack Aders has a diverse work experience in urban design and project management. Zack started their career as an Urban Designer at Urban-Think Tank in 2009, where they conducted research and worked as an Associate in Architecture. Zack then moved on to work as an Urban Designer at the São Paulo Secretary of Habitation (SEHAB) from February 2010 to January 2011. After that, they joined JNS Engenharia, Consultaria, e Gerencimento as a Project Manager and Urban Designer from 2011 to 2014. In 2016, they joined the NYC Department of Design and Construction as a Design Liaison, and the following year they transitioned to the New York City Economic Development Corporation as a Project Director from March 2017 to June 2019. Zack then advanced to the role of Assistant Vice President from July 2019 to April 2022. Currently, Zack Aders holds the position of Vice President at the New York City Economic Development Corporation, leading and managing project teams in the design and construction of capital projects for the City of New York. Additionally, they founded and manages the EDC 80x50 Program, which has secured over $30 million in grants for energy-saving measures.

Zack Aders has pursued a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation. In addition, they have specialized in Construction Project Management at Columbia University. For their undergraduate studies, Zack holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Design from Arizona State University.

Furthermore, Zack Aders has attained professional certifications, including an Architect Professional License from The State of New York and LEED AP BD+C from the USGBC New York. However, specific information regarding the months and years of obtaining these certifications is not provided.