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From Washington, D.C. to the Brooklyn waterfront, Lindsay Green shares how a career in finance evolved into a mission to transform industrial spaces into engines of opportunity for underserved communities.Lindsay Green is the President and CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, where she leads one of New York City’s most ambitious models for inclusive economic development. With more than 550 businesses and 11,000 employees on site, the Navy Yard is not simply a real estate portfolio but a living ecosystem designed to create quality jobs and connect local residents to meaningful careers. Her work blends business strategy, workforce development, and community engagement into a powerful example of how cities can rethink the purpose of former industrial spaces.Her journey began in Washington, D.C., where daily exposure to economic disparities shaped her desire to work at the intersection of business and community impact. After studying economics at Harvard and starting her career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, she discovered urban development through the Urban Investment Group under Alicia Glen. Mentorship from leaders like Glen and MIT professor Phil Thompson helped her shift from traditional finance to mission driven economic development. A detour into the food industry after Yale School of Management eventually led her back to this work, culminating in her leadership at the Navy Yard in 2022.Lindsay explains how the Brooklyn Navy Yard goes beyond affordable real estate to support small, women owned, and minority owned businesses with mentorship, capital access, and technical advisory services. She highlights the Brooklyn STEAM Center, a public high school that gives 600 students hands on training with industry grade equipment, as well as new adult reskilling programs that recognize the value of both digital and analog problem solving. Through initiatives like the Micro Business Accelerator Program, she is building pathways for entrepreneurs to start small, grow, and scale within a supportive ecosystem.This conversation explores leadership, economic mobility, and the importance of early exposure to career possibilities. Lindsay’s work demonstrates that revitalizing industrial spaces can do more than preserve history. It can create futures. Tune in to hear how thoughtful economic development can reshape communities and expand opportunity for the next generation.Chapters:00:00 🎙️ Welcome to the She Leads Podcast01:01 👩💼 Meet Lindsay Green President and CEO of Brooklyn Navy Yard03:37 🗺️ Lindsay’s journey from Washington DC to New York City05:30 🏦 From Goldman Sachs to a career in economic development13:54 🏗️ Revitalizing the Brooklyn Navy Yard into a thriving hub16:24 🌱 Community programs driving opportunity and impact34:21 🚀 What is next for the Brooklyn Navy Yard41:12 ✨ Closing reflections and final thoughtsLinks:Website: www.brooklynnavyyard.org Connect with Lindsay Green through the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s website to explore how this innovative model is creating jobs, supporting entrepreneurs, and opening new pathways for underserved communities. Thank you to our podcast sponsorGo From Expert to Thought Leader with the Genius Discovery Program.Book Directly with Kent: http://talktokent.com Learn more at: geniusdiscovery.org We're always seeking aligned sponsors.⭐️ If you're interested in supporting our podcast - one episode or a season, reach out to Adrienne at [email protected].⭐️Reach out to Adrienne: [email protected] Visit our website: www.sheleadsmedia.com to learn about upcoming events or to work with me directly and get the clarity you’re seeking."I love ♥️ listening to The She Leads™ Podcast!” If that thought crossed your mind at any time while listening to our special show, I’d love it if you would take a moment and give our podcast some love too. To do so, simply Rate, Review & Follow Us on Apple Podcasts & Spotify. Taking this simple action helps my team and I to spread the word about all the incredible guests featured on The She Leads Podcast and contributes overall to helping women leaders and entrepreneurs everywhere! 🗺 Also, if you haven’t done so already, please +follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. Thank you so much!!— Adrienne
(00:00) - 🎙️ Welcome to the She Leads Podcast
(01:01) - 👩💼 Meet Lindsay Green President and CEO of Brooklyn Navy Yard
(03:37) - 🗺️ Lindsay’s journey from Washington DC to New York City
(05:30) - 🏦 From Goldman Sachs to a career in economic development
(13:54) - 🏗️ Revitalizing the Brooklyn Navy Yard into a thriving hub
(16:24) - 🌱 Community programs driving opportunity and impact
(34:21) - 🚀 What is next for the Brooklyn Navy Yard
(41:12) - ✨ Closing reflections and final thoughts