Join DASNY and partner agencies for a statewide education and networking event
For the first time, DASNY is bringing its people, programs, and expertise together to connect with you, the people, companies, and organizations driving change across New York State.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Location: SUNY Oneonta, Alumni Field House, Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY 13820
- Time: Check-in begins at 9:30 am; program and networking run from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm
- Parking: All parking on campus is free, although there are multiple lots adjacent to the field house
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Event Overview
DASNY Connect is a free, one-day event is open to the public and created to give organizations like yours direct access to the people, programs, and partnerships that can help grow your business and deliver new opportunities. Whether you are looking to do business with DASNY, exploring finance or grant resources, or exploring networking opportunities with other organizations across New York State, DASNY Connect was built just for you!
At DASNY Connect, you will experience:
- Direct engagement with DASNY leadership and division experts to answer questions and guide you on the path of success.
- Networking opportunities with State agencies, MWBE & SDVOB vendors, grantees, and community stakeholders from across New York State
- A chance to create long-term partnerships in a single day.
All attendees will enjoy complimentary grab-and-go breakfast, lunch, and refreshments.
Who Should Attend
DASNY Connect brings together members and agencies across New York State; whether you're a current partner with DASNY or looking to connect with us for the first time.
DASNY Connect welcomes professionals and organizations across a wide range of fields, including:
- Construction, design, engineering, and architecture
- Government, public authorities, and elected officials
- Energy, sustainability, and decarbonization
- MWBE/SDVOB contractors
- Higher education
- Healthcare facilities
- Public works organizations and State agencies
Agenda
Event Check in: 9:30 am to 10:30 am
- Welcome & Opening Remarks: 10:40 am to 11:00 am
Robert J. Rodriguez, President & CEO, DASNY
Breakout Session One: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Grants: Moderated by Sara Richards, Managing Director, DASNY, and Ann Shaw, Director Grants Administration, DASNY (IRC Room # 9)
Finance: Moderated by Portia Lee, Managing Director, Public Finance & Portfolio Monitoring, DASNY (IRC Room # 2)
Procurement: Moderated by Kara Mallard, Director, Procurement, DASNY, Kristen Costello, Chief, Procurement, DASNY, Christopher Currey, Chief, Procurement, Professional Services Contracts, DASNY (IRC Room # 3)
- Lunch: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Breakout Session Two: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Construction: Moderated by Joanna Yackel, Chief Project Manager, Upstate Design & Construction, DASNY and Salvatore Renda, Chief Project Manager, Upstate Design & Construction, DASNY (IRC Room # 9)
Opportunity Programs Group (OPG): Moderated by Carrie Torres, Chief Diversity Officer, DASNY, Justin McLaughlin-Williams, Director, Opportunity Programs Group, DASNY and Hercules Reid, Assistant Director, Business Development & Engagement, DASNY
- Sustainability: Moderated by Peter Hoffman, Director, Sustainability, Energy & Environmental Programs, DASNY
- Closing Remarks: 2:00 pm to 2:15 pm
Carrie Torres, Chief Diversity Officer, DASNY
- Open Networking: 2:15 pm to 3:00 pm
- Program Concludes: 3:00 pm
We look forward to Connecting with you at DASNY Connect.