About this Event
Join the National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) Tri-State for an unforgettable evening on the water! Set sail aboard the Spirit of New York for our 2026 Networking Dinner Cruise, an exclusive opportunity to connect with industry leaders, celebrate outstanding honorees, and enjoy stunning skyline views of New York City.
Boarding: 5:30 PM | Sailing: 6:00 PM sharp | Return: 9:00 PM
This premier summer event includes:
✨ Top-shelf open bar
🍽 5-star cuisine
🤝 Elite networking opportunities
🎉 Recognition of industry trailblazers
Meet Our 2026 Honorees:
- Steve Alessio, Owner – Sweet Construction
- Carlos Bannister, Assistant Commissioner / Agency Chief Contracting Diversity Officer - New York City Department of Transportation
- Luke Bassis, Chief Procurement Officer - Port Authority of NY & NJ
- Yenisei Bell, President - National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
- William Choi, Supplier Diversity Director - NYPA
- Jesus Coombs, Chief Architect, Director of Architectural Design & ADA Compliance - Department of Citywide Administrative Services
- Hany Costandy, Professional Senior Construction Manager - Jacobs
- Yuliya Gimadiev, CEO & Co-founder, The Best Shades LLC
- George Guillaume, Sr. Aviation Director- AECOM Tishman
- Ravi Gujral, Senior Project Officer - NYC School Construction Authority
- Janelle Hussain-Singh, Deputy Director & M/WBE Officer - NYC Department of Design & Construction
- Wayne Lambert, Director of Supplier Diversity - Turner & Townsend
- Robert McCloud, CEO - The McCloud Group
- Justin McLaughlin-Williams, Assistant Director of Opportunity Programs - DASNY
- Brandon A. Milliner, Diversity Program Officer - WDF Inc.
- Christine Norman, Deputy Chief Diversity Officer - MTA
- Albert Odjidja, President & CEO - McKissack & McKissack
- Mary Piven, CEO, MARYPIVEN Inc DBA Clean2Clean
- Yvonne Saavedra-Limb, Chief Project Officer - NYCSCA
- Joann Spirito, Director of Procurement - Port Authority of NY & NJ
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Admiral Sponsor – $5,000 (10 Tickets) - VIP seating area, headline recognition on all signage and a plaque
- Captain Sponsor – $2,500 (6 Tickets) - Reserved table, premium recognition on all materials and a shoutout during event
- Anchor Sponsor – $1,500 (4 Tickets) - Name/logo on signage, recognition in email and social media
- Deck Sponsor – $1,000 (2 Tickets) - Name/logo on event signage
We look forward to seeing you in June!
**To request an invoice to pay by check or ACH, please email [email protected]**
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pier 61 Chelsea Piers, 111C 11th Avenue, New York, United States
USD 108.55 to USD 5337.21
