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AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES OF NEW YORK INC
ALBANY, NY · EIN 131816600 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · acecny.org
revenue
$3.5M
expenses
$3.4M
net assets
$2.3M
employees
10
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION IS A BUSINESS LEAGUE OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND LAND SURVEYING FIRMS WHOSE PRINCIPALS ARE LICENSED BY THE STATE OF NEW YORK AND ENGAGED IN PRIVATE PRACTICE. THE ORGANIZATION IS AFFILIATED WITH THE AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES. THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO ASSIST ITS MEMBERS IN MAINTAINING PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS IN ORDER FOR THEM TO PROVIDE QUALITY ENGINEERING AND LAND SURVEYING SERVICES TO THEIR CLIENTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The American Council of Engineering Companies of New York is a trade association representing engineering and land surveying firms across New York State. It advocates for the interests of its member firms, promotes professional standards, and supports the engineering industry through legislative engagement, professional development, and awards programs. The organization operates regionally, with chapters covering all major areas of the state.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Advocacy Program
Represents member interests in state and local legislative arenas, focusing on issues like qualifications-based selection, indemnification reform, and infrastructure investment
Engineering Excellence Awards
Annual awards program recognizing outstanding engineering projects and professionals in New York State
Joint Internship Program
Facilitates internship opportunities for engineering students with member firms
Leadership Institute
Professional development program for emerging leaders in the engineering industry
PDH Course Approval
Administers continuing education programs and approves Professional Development Hours (PDH) courses for licensed engineers
Scholarships
Provides financial support to engineering students through annual scholarship awards
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 2 activities
    • Conducting public and professional outreach events
      Hosts events such as Track Day and "Engineering Resilience: 25 Years of Rebuilding, Remembrance and Renewal" to engage engineering professionals and the public in discussions on resilience, rebuilding, and the role of engineering in public welfare. Events are scheduled annually, including in 2026.
    • Supporting member firms in professional standards and networking
      Supports member engineering and land surveying firms in maintaining professional standards and delivering quality services, while providing education programs, networking opportunities, and industry image enhancement initiatives.
  • Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
    • Administering scholarships for engineering students
      Announces and awards scholarships annually to support students pursuing engineering fields, with scholarship programs announced in 2024 and 2026.
  • Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
    • Advocacy for engineering industry policy issues
      Advocates on key policy issues including infrastructure investment, energy policy, alternative project delivery systems, and procurement practices on behalf of nearly 300 consulting engineering firms across New York State. Represents firms in all five NYC boroughs and operates through statewide and regional committees focused on legislative and environmental advocacy.
  • Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Delivering leadership development programs
      Conducts and launches the annual Leadership Institute to prepare future leaders in the engineering profession, with programming for 2027 launched in September 2026.
  • Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
    • Operating regional chapters and governance structures
      Organizes and operates eight geographic regions to address statewide and region-specific issues for member engineering firms, including a Metropolitan Region with a dedicated Board of Directors for the 2024–25 term.
  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Organizing annual awards and recognition events
      Hosts and presents annual Year-End Awards, DEIB Awards, and the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala to recognize achievements and leadership within the engineering industry. Events are held annually, with recent instances in 2024 and scheduled programming for 2026.
  • Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
    • Promoting the consulting engineering profession
      Actively promotes the consulting engineering profession to diverse audiences including the A/E/C community, media, potential clients, aspiring engineers, and the general public, while reaffirming commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry.
  • Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
    • Providing professional development and business training webinars
      Offers free professional development hour (PDH) webinars and business improvement programming for engineering professionals, including sessions on ethics and the "Building a Better Business" series, such as the "Delegate to Elevate" webinar hosted in 2026.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Providing member communication and feedback channels
      Provides contact channels for members and individuals in the engineering industry to submit questions and feedback, supporting ongoing engagement and responsiveness.
    • Publishing research on the state of engineering in New York
      Authored and published the 76-page 2026 State of Engineering Report, which examines key projects, industry challenges, and resource needs in New York State’s built environment.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.46M
Contributions & grants$1.42M41%
Program service revenue$1.89M55%
Investment income$93K3%
Other revenue$54K
expenses
Total expenses$3.41M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$1.43M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.14M
Cash$1.39M
Investments$1.03M
Liabilities$829K
Net assets$2.31M
Liquid reserves8.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JOHN EVERS PRESIDENT 40 $258K
WILLIAM MURRAY VICE PRESIDENT 40 $159K
GINA POTFORA VICE PRESIDENT 40 $143K
board members · 22
  • AINE O'DWYER — DIRECTOR
  • ART ALZAMORA — NATIONAL DIRECTOR
  • ASHLEY FREEMAN — DIRECTOR
  • BRYANMCDERMOTT — DIRECTOR
  • CHRIS BOND — VICE CHAIR III
  • CRAIG HAHN — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID DELUCA — DIRECTOR
  • DOUG OBRIST — DIRECTOR
  • EHAB SHEHATA — DIRECTOR
  • ERIK LECLAIR — DIRECTOR
  • JESSICA MARIANI — SECRETARY
  • JESSICA ROSE — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN BOULE — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN DEERKOSKI — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN HUBERT — DIRECTOR
  • JOSEPH MANZELLA — DIRECTOR
  • JULIE HARRIS — DIRECTOR
  • KABI PANDEY — DIRECTOR
  • KAREN FRANZ — DIRECTOR
  • KEITH HARLOCK — CHAIR
  • MATTHEW SCHOOLEY — VICE CHAIR II
  • NANCY CLARK — CHAIR-ELECT
relationships · 28

Who they work with

  • ACEC National Network — ACEC New York is a member of ACEC National and aligns with its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the engineering industry.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of ACEC National and aligns with its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the engineering industry.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of ACEC National, aligning with its national commitment to an inclusive and diverse engineering industry.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of ACEC National, aligning with its national commitment to inclusion and diversity in the engineering industry.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national ACEC organization and stands with colleagues across the nation in support of its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national ACEC organization, aligning with its commitment to an inclusive and diverse engineering industry.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national American Council of Engineering Companies network.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national network of engineering councils.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national organization representing engineering companies.
  • ACEC National Network — Member of the national organization supporting a diverse and inclusive engineering industry.
  • AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES Network — Affiliated with the national organization to support engineering firms in New York.
  • Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C. Partner — Board member organization represented on the Central Region leadership team.
  • C&S Companies Partner — State director organization participating in regional governance.
  • Cameron Engineering Partner — Member firm with representation on the Long Island Region Board of Directors.
  • Creighton Manning Engineering Partner — Board member organization with representation in regional leadership.
  • Flint Fire Engineering, LLC Partner — New member organization joining ACEC New York.
  • Flint Fire Engineering, LLC Partner — Newly joined member firm.
  • GFT Partner — Member firm with representation on the Long Island Region Board of Directors.
  • Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. Partner — Member firm with state director representation.
  • H2M architects + engineers Partner — Member firm with leadership representation on the Long Island Region Board of Directors.
  • Langan Engineering, Environmental, Surveying, Landscape Architecture and Geology, DPC Partner — Board member organization holding a leadership role in the Central Region.
  • LiRo-Hill Partner — Member firm with state director representation.
  • Lizardos Partner — Member firm with representation on the Long Island Region Board of Directors.
  • Lockton Companies Partner — New member organization added to ACEC New York.
  • Roux Environmental Engineering & Geology, D.P.C. Partner — New member organization joining ACEC New York.
  • Roux Environmental Engineering & Geology, D.P.C. Partner — Newly joined member firm.
  • Vachris Engineering, P.C. Partner — Member firm with representation on the Long Island Region Board of Directors.
  • WSP USA Partner — Organization represented by the Chair-Elect of the Central Region board.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Continuing Professional Development
    methodology: continuing-professional-development
    By requiring continuing education, the organization ensures engineers remain competent and current, because ongoing learning maintains relevance amid evolving technologies and strengthens professional practice.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Professional Strengthener
    methodology: diversity-equity-inclusion
    By promoting DEI as a core value, the organization strengthens the engineering profession, because inclusive practices improve organizational culture, professional outcomes, and industry resilience.
  • Member-Driven Collaborative Engagement
    methodology: member-driven_collaborative_engagement
    By structuring member participation through committees, the organization fosters shared influence on industry conditions and best practices, because peer collaboration strengthens both professional networks and collective impact.
  • Professional Standards Support
    methodology: professional-standards-support
    By supporting member firms in maintaining professional standards, the organization improves the quality of engineering services delivered, because adherence to standards enhances technical excellence and public safety.
  • Unified Voice Advocacy
    methodology: unified_voice_advocacy
    By serving as a collective representative for member firms, the organization amplifies influence on policy and industry standards, because coordinated advocacy produces stronger outcomes than individual efforts.