Hope Knight

President, CEO and Commissioner at Empire State Development

Hope Knight is President, CEO, and Commissioner of Empire State Development, driving mixed-use and transit-oriented projects across New York State. She holds an MBA and has led economic development initiatives focused on housing and urban revitalization. Knight’s recent work includes supporting the Beacon Metro-North Station TOD, leveraging state funding to create affordable, transit-connected mixed-use communities. Her leadership is noted for expanding economic opportunity through strategic TOD investments.