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After decades of leadership, QEDC Executive Director Seth Bornstein retires; Ben Guttmann named successor

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Jan. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC), a cornerstone of economic growth and innovation in the borough, has announced a major leadership transition. After more than four decades of service, Executive Director Seth Bornstein will retire on July 1. Stepping into the role will be Ben Guttmann, a seasoned…

Queens Tourism Council returns to US Open, offering local guidance to visitors

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Aug. 23, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The Queens Tourism Council will once again operate an information kiosk at the US Open, providing tennis fans with tips and advice about what to do in Queens during the final grand slam event of the year. The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has loaned a kiosk at…