New York City Hospitality Alliance Inc

New York, NY · Founded 2011

Trade association advocating for New York City's restaurant and nightlife industry

Primary audience

Hospitality Businesses

Work area

Trade Association

Topic

Restaurant Industry Advocacy

Contact

Andrew Rigie

Website Contact

About Organization

The New York City Hospitality Alliance represents over 20,000 eating and drinking establishments across the five boroughs, employing more than 250,000 people. Based in New York, NY, the organization advocates for fair regulations, streamlines licensing processes, and bridges the gap between the hospitality industry, government, and the press. With $1.5 million in annual revenue and 3 staff members supported by 88 volunteers, the Alliance works to reduce regulatory burdens and foster a positive business climate.

What They Focus On

Regulatory Advocacy

Works to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, streamline permit processes, and advocate for fair laws affecting hospitality businesses

Industry Education

Provides training and operational guidance on compliance, licensing requirements, and navigating city regulations for members

Government Relations

Serves as liaison between restaurant and nightlife establishments, government agencies, elected officials, and media outlets

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$1.5M

+43.2% vs 2021

Expenses (2023)

$1.2M

+27.3% vs 2021

Assets (2023)

$1.6M

+33% vs 2021

Employees (2023)

3

-57.1% vs 2021

Historical financial data from IRS Form 990
Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$1,470,928	$1,245,111	$1,590,287	3
2021	$1,027,349	$978,141	$1,196,115	7
2020	$655,093	$746,941	$1,136,779	6
2019	$645,443	$888,672	$1,059,831	6
2018	$1,015,127	$934,776	$1,308,060	5
2017	$904,595	$899,841	$1,222,709	5

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Identify Industry Needs

Monitors regulatory changes and gathers input from restaurant and nightlife establishment members across five boroughs
02

Advocate for Change

Lobbies government agencies and elected officials to remove barriers to entrepreneurship and streamline permits
03

Educate Members

Conducts programs on laws, regulations, and compliance requirements specific to hospitality businesses
04

Foster Business Climate

Bridges gap between industry, government, and press to promote fair and equitable regulatory environment

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by New York City Hospitality Alliance Inc

Policy Advocacy

Lobbies government agencies and elected officials to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens and create equitable policies for hospitality businesses

Educational Programs

Conducts training sessions on laws, regulations, and compliance requirements affecting restaurant and nightlife establishments

Operational Guidance

Provides members with exclusive access to guidance on permits, licensing, and navigating city regulatory requirements

Industry Representation

Acts as liaison between hospitality businesses and media, presenting industry perspective on trends and proposed legislation

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind New York City Hospitality Alliance Inc.

Andrew Rigie

Andrew Rigie

Executive Director

Full-time

Compensation: $253,877

Robert S. Bookman

Robert S. Bookman

General & Legislative Counsel

Max Bookman

Max Bookman

General & Legislative Counsel

Glenn S. Grindlinger

Glenn S. Grindlinger

Employment Counsel

Brittany Minoff-Ukaj

Brittany Minoff-Ukaj

Director of Partnerships and Communications

Ariel Palitz

Ariel Palitz

Nightlife Advisor

Carolyn D. Richmond

Carolyn D. Richmond

Employment Counsel

Tren'ness Woods - Black

Tren'ness Woods - Black

Strategic Partnerships & Relations Advisor

Joni Yoswein

Joni Yoswein

Government Relations

PS

Paul Seres

Vice President

1 hrs/week

Milestones

2011

Organization Founded

2011

New York City Hospitality Alliance established to represent restaurant and nightlife establishments

2012

IRS Tax-Exempt Status

2012

Received federal recognition as nonprofit trade association serving hospitality industry

2018

Revenue Peak

2018

Reached over $1 million in annual revenue supporting advocacy and educational programs

2023

Record Growth

2023

Achieved highest revenue of $1.47 million while representing over 20,000 establishments citywide

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Abraham Merchant Director 1.00 hrs/week

Alfredo Angueira Director 1.00 hrs/week

Andrew Schnipper Director 1.00 hrs/week

Andrew Walcott Director 1.00 hrs/week

Angela Terry Director 1.00 hrs/week

Anthony Ramirez II Director 1.00 hrs/week

Aristotle Hatzigeorgiou Director 1.00 hrs/week

Arthur Li Director 1.00 hrs/week

Beatrice Ajaero Director 1.00 hrs/week

Bill Bonbrest Director 1.00 hrs/week

Blair Papagni Director 1.00 hrs/week

Bobbie Lloyd Petracca Director 1.00 hrs/week

Brice Jones Director 1.00 hrs/week

Carlos Suarez Director 1.00 hrs/week

Carlos Swepson Director 1.00 hrs/week

CR

Carolyn Richmond Director 1.00 hrs/week

Caterina Skenderi Director 1.00 hrs/week

CI

Chikako Ichihara Director 1.00 hrs/week

CW

Crizete Woods Director 1.00 hrs/week

Daniel Abrams Director 1.00 hrs/week

David Mohally Director 1.00 hrs/week

David Rabin Director 1.00 hrs/week

Dawn Kelly Director 1.00 hrs/week

Dennis Ngo Director 1.00 hrs/week

Dhruv Chopra Director 1.00 hrs/week

Elizabeth Murray Director 1.00 hrs/week

Frantz Metellus Director 1.00 hrs/week

GR

Garret Ronan Director 1.00 hrs/week

George Constantinou Director 1.00 hrs/week

George Tenedios Director 1.00 hrs/week

Gregory Giannone Director 1.00 hrs/week

Ivy Stark Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jaclyn Bernstein Director 1.00 hrs/week

James Mallios Director 1.00 hrs/week

JW

James Walker Director 1.00 hrs/week

JB

Jeffrey Bank Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jessica Burkins Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jimmy Rizvi Director 1.00 hrs/week

John Rigos Director 1.00 hrs/week

John Wang Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jon Neidich Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jonah Phillips Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jonathan Forgash Director 1.00 hrs/week

Judy Tepperberg Director 1.00 hrs/week

KF

Karl Franz Willians Director 1.00 hrs/week

Keita Sato Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kevin Alicea Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kim Harris Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kristine Garlisi Director 1.00 hrs/week

Lili Lynton Director 1.00 hrs/week

Loycent Gordon Director 1.00 hrs/week

Maribel Araujo Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mark Barak Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mark Fox Director 1.00 hrs/week

Martin Whelan Director 1.00 hrs/week

Massimo Felici Director 1.00 hrs/week

Megan Rickerson Director 1.00 hrs/week

Melanie Frost Director 1.00 hrs/week

MW

Melba Wilson Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael Brady Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael Jacobs Director 1.00 hrs/week

MB

Mitchell Banchik Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week

Mona Birjeeb Director 1.00 hrs/week

Nick Neocleous Director 1.00 hrs/week

Paul Italia Director 1.00 hrs/week

Pei Wei Director 1.00 hrs/week

Philip Farinacci Director 1.00 hrs/week

Philippe Massoud Director 1.00 hrs/week

Richie Romero Director 1.00 hrs/week

RB

Robert Bookman Director 1.00 hrs/week

Ronen Kaminitz Director 1.00 hrs/week

Roseann McSorley Director 1.00 hrs/week

Sam Goldfinger Director 1.00 hrs/week

Sandra Jaquez Director 1.00 hrs/week

Shaun Rose Director 1.00 hrs/week

SD

Shaw-Nae Dixon Director 1.00 hrs/week

Simon Oren Director 1.00 hrs/week

SP

Simon Powless Director 1.00 hrs/week

Sophie Bruschi Director 1.00 hrs/week

Stephanie Brown Director 1.00 hrs/week

Susan Povich Director 1.00 hrs/week

Susannah Koteen Director 1.00 hrs/week

Terence Tubridy Director 1.00 hrs/week

Theodore Arenas Director 1.00 hrs/week

Tiffany Burkett Director 1.00 hrs/week

Varun Kataria Director 1.00 hrs/week

Zachary Chodorow Director 1.00 hrs/week

Mitch Banchik - Treasurer Board Member

Shaw-naé Dixon Board Member

Naoki Kinoshita Board Member

Liz Neumark Board Member

Garrett Ronan Board Member

Paul Seres Board Member

Karl Williams Board Member

Crizette Woods Board Member

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$262K

Highest Paid

$262K

Andrew Rigie

Compensated Officers

1

Executive compensation for 2023
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Andrew Rigie	Executive Director	$253,877	$8,000	$261,877	60

Executive compensation for 2021
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Andrew Rigie	Executive Director	$210,000	—	$210,000	60
Savannah Burke	Membership Manager	$125,976	—	$125,976	40

Executive compensation for 2020
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Andrew Rigie	Executive Director	$206,923	—	$206,923	60

Executive compensation for 2019
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Andrew Rigie	Executive Director	$190,192	—	$190,192	60

Executive compensation for 2018
Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Andrew Rigie	Executive Director	$189,808	$8,750	$198,558	60

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$169K

Total Forgiven

$170K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

8

Loan Details 2 loans

$84,258

Forgiven

Forgiven: $85,308 100%

Approved Jan 27, 2021

Lender Signature Bank

Jobs Reported 4

Forgiven On Apr 29, 2022

$84,257

Forgiven

Forgiven: $85,116 100%

Approved May 14, 2021

Lender TruFund Financial Services Inc

Jobs Reported 4

Forgiven On Jun 6, 2022

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Contact

Get in touch with New York City Hospitality Alliance Inc

Phone

(212) 582-2506

Social

244 Fifth Avenue 2947 New York, NY 10001