About Better Buildings NYBetterBuildingsNY is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization. We are leading the effort to preserve, strengthen, and grow thriving communities by improving our buildings. Our work changes lives, improves neighborhoods, and makes New York always feel like home. We provide a strong voice for New Yorkers who support our working neighbors, demand that New York reduce its environmental impact, and recognize that big buildings require big planning. What We Do
Leadership Nick PrigoPresident As a community leader, environmental advocate, and labor champion, Nick is a proud Upper West Sider devoted to improving the lives of all New Yorkers through improvements to our buildings. Nick’s inspiration for forming Better Buildings NY stems from his core belief that smart urban planning, focused on sustainability and affordability, benefits us all. Nick also serves on Manhattan's Community Board Seven as a member of the committees on housing and the environment. He received a Bachelor of the Arts from Middlebury College, and a Master of Public Administration from the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service at New York University. Email Nick @ nprigo@betterbuildingsny.org  Michele Appel As Better Buildings NY Vice President, Michele steers the mission and outreach of the organization. As a Health Educator, her involvement builds upon her expertise in community outreach and her desire for fair and healthy neighborhoods. Having lived in Los Angeles and Boston prior to moving to New York, Michele is mindful that public spaces, pedestrian access and proper housing are what transform a neighborhood into a community. Michele holds a BA in Medical Sociology from Mount Saint Mary’s College in Los Angeles as well as an MA in Health Education from Columbia University, Teachers College. When not working on completing her doctorate in Health Education at Teachers College, Michele enjoys cooking, spending time in Central Park and traveling. Email Michele @ mappel@nyasrd.org  Scott SchoenfeldAs Better Buildings NY Treasurer, Scott is responsible for the day-to-day financial operation of the organization. He comes to us from Wall Street where he works as a Private Banker. As an active member of his community, Scott believes that strong neighborhoods come from intelligent planning. His interest in responsible urban planning stems from his diverse experience living in four of the East Coast's largest cities; Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York. Scott holds a B.S. in Economics from Colby College in Waterville, Maine. In addition to his work with Better Buildings NY, Scott is an avid outdoorsman. He is happiest on the ski slopes in his home state of Vermont. Email Scott @ sschoenfeld@betterbuildingsny.org  Christopher SchlosserChris makes sure that Better Buildings NY continues its successful outreach and stays true to its mission of improving NYC's neighborhoods and buildings. An Executive at Major League Soccer, Chris can see first hand the effect public space and strong neighborhoods can have on kids and communities. Having lived in Copenhagen and Seattle prior to moving to New York, Chris is mindful that good design, green buildings and public space can all positively impact neighborhood dynamics while significantly increasing quality of life for community members. Chris holds a BA in Economics and International Studies from Colby College as well as an MBA from Columbia Business School. When not focused on building the beautiful game, Chris enjoys cooking, running and traveling. Email Chris @ cschlosser@betterbuildingsny.org Join
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