Gateway BID Names Michael Lambert as Executive Director

The Bed-Stuy Gateway Business Improvement District has announced Michael Lambert as its new executive director.   

As executive director, Michael is responsible for planning, project management and economic development for the Fulton–Nostrand commercial corridor.   

His daily activities will support the BID’s mission to enhance sanitation, safety and promote the Bed-Stuy Gateway BID as a destination to live, shop, work and enjoy entertainment. 

Michael will serve as the BID’s liaison to all NYC agencies including the New York City Department of Small Business Services, and will represent the BID with local community organizations in Bed-Stuy.  

Michael brings many years of managerial experience, including serving as a director of a health care program of the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Medical Center, executive director of the Jerome-Gun Hill BID and the deputy director of the Mosholu Preservation Corporation which manages several community and economic development programs throughout the northwest Bronx.  

Michael holds a BS in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Polytechnic University and an MBA in Health Care Administration from Baruch College. He is also a graduate of the NYC Department of Small Business Services – CORO Neighborhood Leadership Program.  

Joyce Turner, chair of the Bed-Stuy Gateway BID Board of Directors, said they are thrilled about the addition of Michael to the Bed-Stuy Gateway BID family.   

“We expect that his prior BID and community experience along with his commitment will propel the BID to new levels of excellence,” said Turner. “We encourage all of our merchants, businesses and residents to welcome Michael to the neighborhood and to support the BID’s goals for enhanced commerce, cleanliness, beautification and safety.” 

Read Michael Lambert's full bio here.