Groundbreakers: Developers on the Projects That Started It All

This storytelling session with developers pulls back the curtain on developers and their projects. Three architects-turned-developers share stories about their first projects that got them hooked: Aida Stoddard (Senior VP, MAG Partners), David Ruff (Founder,NAVA), and Evan Wiskup (Founder, Wiskup Projects). Moderated by architect Jane Lea of Lea Architecture, the evening blends storytelling, small-table discussion, and Q&A to help you decode the language and priorities developers actually care about when choosing projects.

Then, Wilson Parry closes the night with a demo of Property Scout — powerful 3D zoning analysis software covering all of NYC, including City of Yes updates. Every attendee gets one free week of access. It's a game-changer.

The setting? The rooftop at Grimm Brewery designed and built by David Bench Architects — oven pizza & snacks included in the ticket. While good house-brewed drinks are available to purchase.

Second session in the series will be on June 24, also at Grimm Brewery, and will be a workshop in Proforma and figuring out the numbers to make a project pencil out.

Attendees earn 1.5 AIA LU.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Grimm Artisanal Ales, 990 Metropolitan Avenue, Brooklyn, United States

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