Emily Blank

Emily Blank is a seasoned professional in community development and external affairs with over two decades of experience. Currently serving as the Deputy Director of External Affairs and Strategy at the Fifth Avenue Committee since January 2021, Emily previously held the position of Senior Community Development Officer at the Local Initiatives Support Corporation from April 2017 to January 2021. From October 1999 to March 2017, Emily worked at Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, progressing from Director of Community Organizing to Director of Planning and Development. Earlier experience includes a role as a Community Organizer at the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation from June 1997 to March 1999. Emily holds a Master of Social Work with a focus on Community Organizing, Planning, and Development from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and a Bachelor's degree in American Civilization with a concentration in Urban Studies from Brown University.