Kasirer is a consistent, highly-ranked, New York lobbying and government relations firm. Kasirer has been the #1 lobbyist in New York City for the last seven years in a row, and in the top ten for the last 20 years.
Bisnow on Housing
Kasirer’s SVP of Real Estate Moderates Discussion
Kasirer’s SVP of Real Estate moderated Bisnow’s discussion on infrastructure and housing needs.
August 15, 2024
Selfhelp 2024 Gala
Selfhelp Honors Suri Kasirer
On May 29th, Selfhelp's 2024 Gala paid tribute to three outstanding honorees: Lynne & Michael Wolitzer, BFC Partners, and Kasirer’s President, Suri Kasirer.
May 29, 2024
New York City real estate
Kasirer’s engagement in discussions to shape the future of New York City real estate
It’s been a busy two months for Kasirer as we’ve been engaged in robust discussions about the future of real estate in New York.
May 23, 2024
City & State
How Suri Kasirer has
remained NYC’s top
lobbyist for the
past seven years
For the seventh year in a row, Kasirer has ranked as the top lobbying firm in New York City, according to the city’s annual lobbying report.
March 12, 2024
Rutkin to serve as Senior Advisor
Outgoing Nadler Chief and Judiciary Staff Director Amy Rutkin to Join
with GR Firms Kasirer and NVG, Will Serve as Senior Advisor to Both Firms as She Launches her New Consultancy
January 9, 2024
2023 Top Lobbyist
The National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics
awards Suri Kasirer a top honor.
November 2023
Kasirer
Spotlight
Bosola Osinubi
We are pleased to publish our latest feature of the Kasirer Spotlight, a Q&A with some of our remarkable team members to learn about their background, experience, and perspective on government and politics.
City & State
Adrienne Adams calls for pay parity and other support for nonprofits
The “Nonprofit Thought Leader Reception” hosted by City & State and government relations firm Kasirer drew 115 attendees representing more than 40 nonprofits to S Bar in Hudson Yards.
April 20, 2023
Commercial Observer
How Kasirer Makes Impossible, Transformative Projects Happen
Kasirer is the No. 1 lobbying firm in New York City. They have helped bring some of the city’s most prominent projects to fruition, including One Vanderbilt, the Delta terminals at JFK and LaGuardia airports, the New York Blood Center, Brookfield Place and Manhattan West, the Plaza Hotel, and the $2 billion Innovation QNS project, to name just a few over the past two decades.
March 6, 2023
A Letter from
our Founder
We are thrilled to announce
that the New York City Clerk has released its annual report on the most successful government relations firms, and for the sixth year in a row, Kasirer has secured the top spot.
March 2023
Kasirer
Spotlight
Dev Awasthi
We are pleased to publish our latest feature of the Kasirer Spotlight, a Q&A with some of our remarkable team members to learn about their background, experience, and perspective on government and politics.
Politico Pro
Speaker Adams celebrates Council’s housing record
City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams celebrated the body’s looming approval of two major land use projects on Tuesday — saying she’s proud the Council is “stepping up to meet the moment” to address the city’s severe housing shortage.
November 22, 2022
NY Daily News
Stop worrying and love the crane: Another New York progressive backs a big development
The biggest lesson here is that City Hall under Mayor Adams and the Council under Speaker Adrienne Adams are decisively rejecting the practice of letting local members treat their districts as their fiefdoms and kill projects based on arbitrary ultimatums. Indeed, a key subcommittee gave Innovation QNS a unanimous thumbs-up last week even as Won remained on the fence.
November 22, 2022
Kasirer
Spotlight
Doug Spring
We are pleased to publish our latest feature of the Kasirer Spotlight, a Q&A with some of our remarkable team members to learn about their background, experience, and perspective on government and politics.
The NY Times
$2 Billion Development in Queens Approved Amid Housing Crisis
The Innovation Queens project will, after weeks of contentious negotiations, include 1,400 affordable units out of more than 3,000 new homes.
November 11, 2022
Kasirer
Spotlight
Briana Uwa
We are pleased to publish our latest feature of the Kasirer Spotlight, a Q&A with some of our remarkable team members to learn about their background, experience, and perspective on government and politics.
City & State
Top 60 New York State Lobbyists 2022
Kasirer awarded high ranking in New York State top lobbyists list.
August 22, 2022
Kasirer
Spotlight
Madison Mounty
We are pleased to publish our latest feature of the Kasirer Spotlight, a Q&A with some of our remarkable team members to learn about their background, experience, and perspective on government and politics.
City & State
Get to know lobbyist Suri Kasirer (and some of her clients!)
“Hear how Suri navigates the complexities of NYC government to accomplish her clients’ goals”
June 17, 2022
Power Women with Victoria Schneps
Suri on Schneps podcast
“Suri Kasirer, president of Kasirer, a New York government relations firm, speaks of the people who impacted her early life, her role as president, and her secrets to success.”
Listen on Schneps Media
May 31, 2022
NY Post
What pandemic?
“It was a very productive year coming out of COVID. We want to help our clients and New York City to succeed as much as possible post-COVID.”
Read more about 2021: The Year in Kasirer
Read more about 2021: The Year in Kasirer
March 7, 2022
NY Daily News
Blood from a stone
“In two overwhelming votes Tuesday, the City Council ushered in — we hope — a new day for New York, okaying vital rezonings and, in the process, dealing what should be a death blow to the stranglehold councilmembers have long had on projects of citywide importance that happen to be in their districts.”
November 26, 2021
NY Daily News
Good blood: The City Council should approve a rezoning to create a new Upper East Side home for the New York Blood Center
“A supermajority of the City Council should vote today to approve a rezoning of the E. 67th St. home of the New York Blood Center, enabling a critical life-sciences facility to better serve the city and region.”
November 23, 2021
WCBS 880
NYC Council approves controversial makeover plan for New York Blood Center
“The New York City Council on Tuesday voted to approve a controversial makeover of the longtime home of the New York Blood Center.”
November 23, 2021
Crain’s NY
City Council votes to approve New York Blood Center rezoning
“The New York City Council voted Tuesday to approve the New York Blood Center’s rezoning proposal for its Upper East Side research facility, clearing the nonprofit’s last major hurdle to transform the 1930s-era building into a life sciences hub.”
November 23, 2021
Patch
Blood Center Rezoning Approved By Council After Yearlong Battle
“The New York Blood Center’s bitterly debated rezoning easily passed the City Council on Tuesday, ending a yearlong fight and paving the way for the glassy research tower to be built on East 67th Street.”
November 23, 2021
The Real Deal
City Council greenlights Gowanus, Blood Center rezonings
“The City Council both bucked and abided tradition Tuesday with the approval of a life sciences expansion on the Upper East Side and a sweeping rezoning in Brooklyn.”
November 23, 2021
Commercial Observer
NY City Council Approves Contentious New York Blood Center Rezoning
“New York City Council took a vote to move forward with expanding the New York Blood Center’s 310 East 67th Street location by 233 vertical feet on Tuesday, a rare move in going against the local council member from the area.”
November 23, 2021
CBS NY
New York Blood Center Hoping For City Council Approval To Greatly Expand Its Upper East Side Headquarters
“The City Council is expected to vote Tuesday on the New York Blood Center‘s big expansion project on the Upper East Side.”
November 22, 2021
NY1 Consultants Corner
Suri Kasirer on Inside City Hall
January 27, 2021
City & State
New York City’s Top 50 Lobbyists
“Kasirer has topped the list in the last few cycles… ‘We advocate for a diverse NYC portfolio, and accomplished great things on their behalf in 2019…Being nimble and resourceful is key to our success and to the city’s future.’”
May 18, 2020
The Real Deal
Top NYC Lobbyists Riff on Pandemic Politics
May 15, 2020
The Real Deal
Top NYC Lobbyists Riff on Pandemic Politics
“Kasirer…had been urging city and state legislators to take a balanced approach…’but it is essential that we as advocates make the point that the revenue side of the balance sheet is very, very important.’”
May 15, 2020
NY1 Consultants Corner
Suri Kasirer on Inside City Hall
January 27, 2020
Commercial Observer
Ask Suri: Rent Control and the 2021 Political Landscape
“I’m trying to explain to clients [that] the political climate today is very, very different…the priority is the protection of people who don’t have [resources].”
January 15, 2020
The Real Deal
Behold the Largest Projects of 2019
December 23, 2019
“Two residential towers…are planned for Long Island City as part of the Hunters Point South project.” Additionally, Disney “plans to build a 19-story headquarters in Hudson Square…[housing] Disney’s New York operations, including production space for “The View” and ABC News.”December 23, 2019
NY1 Consultants Corner
Suri Kasirer on Inside City Hall
December 16, 2019
City & State
The 2019 Women Power 100
November 21, 2019
“Kasirer runs the top lobbying firm in the state of New York... A veteran of New York City and state politics… [Kasirer’s] wealth of knowledge and experience make her an important asset for her clients in a constantly evolving political landscape.”November 21, 2019
CEO Unplugged
Suri Kasirer Interview
November 8, 2019
NY Business Journal
Announcing Women of Influence Honorees for 2019
October 21, 2019
Kasirer was named an honoree of the Women of Influence award by the New York Business Journal and Bizwomen.October 21, 2019
Real Estate Weekly
Symposium of Women in Real Estate at the Grand Hyatt New York at Grand Central
Suri and other entrepreneurs share stories of how they started their own businesses, strategies for effective leadership and advice for budding entrepreneurs.
October 10, 2019
NY Public Library
Suri Kasirer and Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder of National Action Network
At Rev. Sharpton’s birthday celebration at the New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
October 3, 2019
NY1 Consultants Corner
Suri Kasirer on Inside City Hall
September 23, 2019
Real Estate Weekly
Kasirer Seeks a Happy Ending for Battered Industry
June 17, 2019
“‘New York’s real estate industry is a major employer and a hugely philanthropic body,’ said Kasirer. ‘...They are doing great things in this city and that’s the story they need to tell.’”June 17, 2019
Crain’s NY Business
Crain’s 2019 Most Powerful Women in New York
“The firm’s eponymous founder…insists that her business is about crafting the right political and media strategy rather than about curating relationships, but she has scads of those…”
June 3, 2019
The Political Life hosted by Jim O’Brien
Building a Top-Ranked Firm in NYC
“[Kasirer] shares insights into how to build a successful business in the government relations industry.”
Listen on iTunes, Spotify or visit www.thelobbyingshow.com
June 3, 2019
The Real Deal
The Closing: Suri Kasirer
May 1, 2019
The Real Deal
The Closing: Suri Kasirer 1
You need to understand government and politics and the intersection of the two. But…you need to have a strategy, and then you need to be nimble enough to be able to constantly change that plan.’”
May 1, 2019
NY1 Consultants Corner
Suri Kasirer on Inside City Hall
April 8, 2019
City & State
Above & Beyond: The 2019 Women of New York Law & Lobbying
March 22, 2019
Julie Greenberg, Executive Vice President for Kasirer, thrives on challenge. At Kasirer, “no two projects, no two days, no two weeks, no two months, no two years are the same.”March 22, 2019
Crain’s NY Business
Asked & Answered with Suri Kasirer
March 11, 2019
“Kasirer has spent a lifetime navigating New York City’s dynamic social and political landscape. For more than 20 years she has used her skills and experience on behalf of the clients of Kasirer LLC, the biggest lobbying firm in the five boroughs.”March 11, 2019
City & State
Top 10 NYC Lobbyists
“For the No. 1 spot, Kasirer held on to the top rank. ‘I’m an optimist and I believe the city is committed to diversifying its economic base and tech is an incredibly important component of that effort and I believe there is still a tremendous space for continued growth.’”
March 8, 2019
City & State
The 2019 New York City Power 100
February 28, 2019
“Kasirer’s top-notch staff and professional, results-oriented approach is paying off. ...Kasirer repped a range of clients whom City Hall sought to help, including New Yorkers for Clean, Livable, and Safe Streets and bus company Reliant Transportation.”February 28, 2019
Driving Forces WBAI 99.5 FM
Michael Cohen Testifies; Jumaane Williams Wins
Dubbed the “lobbying queen” by Jeff and Celeste, Suri Kasirer (26:15) recaps the race for NYC Public Advocate.
February 28, 2019
City & State
What Can Amazon Do to Sell Its HQ2 Plan in New York City?
City & State’s “Ask the Experts” feature brings on Kasirer and four other New York City experts to dig deeper into the issues.
February 5, 2019
City & State
The Tectonic Shift Facing NYC Government in 2021
January 23, 2019
“Like any good lobbyist, one of [Kasirer’s] strengths is planning ahead – and with a lot of change on the horizon...she is already considering the potential shifts in the landscape.”January 23, 2019
City & State
The 2018 Manhattan Power 50
November 15, 2018
“[Kasirer] understands how the different areas of New York work and can push for practical change… [She] created her premiere lobbying firm by emphasizing her experience with, and knowledge about, state and local government."November 15, 2018
City & State
The 2018 Women Power 100
November 8, 2018
“[Kasirer] has been involved in some of the highest visibility projects in the state, including modernizing the MTA’s MetroCard system, upgrading the Delta terminals at JFK and LaGuardia airports, and bringing Brooklyn’s beloved Smorgasburg event to Manhattan.”November 8, 2018
NY Post
$2.6M Less Spent on Lobbying in New York from Previous Year
April 18, 2018
“The top lobbying firm by income was Kasirer LLC…”April 18, 2018
Crain’s NY Business
The Histories, Rainmakers, Relationships and Clients that Make These Lobbying Firms the City’s Biggest
April 2, 2018
“This is a business built on trust and reputation over the long haul,” Kasirer said. “Our team has decades of combined experience in government and advocacy at all levels.”April 2, 2018
Democracy: A Journal of Ideas
Ecce Cuomo
March 27, 2018
“Cuomo...recruited a new cadre of women who initially worked in state government and then built their own careers in politics, [like] Kasirer, a lobbyist who is the most powerful political professional in New York City today.”March 27, 2018
City & State
Everything You Need to Know About NYC’s Top Lobbyists
“Kasirer took the No. 1 spot…At its head is Suri Kasirer, who has long been considered one of the city’s top lobbyists. The firm…has a long track record of delivering for its clients.”
March 20, 2018
NY Building Congress
New York Building Congress honors Suri Kasirer at the 2017 Industry Recognition Gala
[left to right] Carlo Scissura, President of NY Building Congress; Marc Holliday, Chief Executive Officer of SL Green Realty Corp; Suri Kasirer, President of Kasirer LLC
November 16, 2017
The NY Times
Catholic Church May Cash In on Air Rights in Midtown Rezoning Deal
July 27, 2017
“The archdiocese, seeking to influence the rezoning of East Midtown Manhattan, where St. Patrick’s Cathedral is, has [retained] Kasirer Consulting…”July 27, 2017
Times Union
JCOPE Annual Report Has Kasirer as Top Paid Lobbying Firm
June 8, 2017
“The report included the annual top 10 list of best-paid lobbying firms and biggest spenders. Coming in first...was Kasirer LLC, the firm of Suri Kasirer, which pulled in $10.4 million and had 165 clients.”June 8, 2017
The NY Times
Bill de Blasio Turns Trump Administration Gibe Into Campaign Fuel
April 23, 2017
“Kasirer, a Democratic political consultant, [comments on] Mr. de Blasio’s campaign strategy of serving as a foil to a president who is intensely unpopular in New York City.”April 23, 2017
Newsday
Green Acres Mall Lobbying Firm Registers with Nassau
February 9, 2017
“Kasirer LLC filed with the county to represent Macerich, the mall’s California-based owners, on Nov. 3…”February 9, 2017
The Legislative Gazette
Spending on Lobbying Is Down in Most Recent Session
November 15, 2016
“Kasirer LLC leads all lobbying firms through June 2016 with $5.27 million in total earnings.”November 15, 2016
The Real Deal
Friends of Ours: President Trump and the Danger of Cronyism
November 15, 2016
“Suri Kasirer, a New York lobbyist who counts many developers among her clients, said two federal issues top the industry’s wish list: lower top income-tax rates and increased infrastructure spending.”November 15, 2016
The Real Deal
Tavern on the Green Owners Tap Lobbyist Suri Kasirer as Union Talks Loom
October 10, 2016
“...the Central Park eatery under the Emerald Green Group name, quietly brought aboard lobbying powerhouse Suri Kasirer earlier in the year.”October 10, 2016
The NY Times
An Uphill Fight to Curb the Pull of New York City’s Lobbyists
June 30, 2016
“[There is] a bill that would make sure that public money available under the city’s...campaign finance law would not be used to bulk up the power of lobbyists. ...Kasirer, a leading city lobbyist, said she was in favor of the bill.”June 30, 2016
City & State
Kasirer talks 421-a, future of real estate and making the Power 100 List
March 15, 2016
Coro NY Leadership Center
30 Years of Visionary Leaders
May 18, 2015
The NY Observer
Observer’s New York Political Power List
April 21, 2015
“The founder of Kasirer Consulting has been the city’s best-paid lobbyist for nearly a decade. ...Kasirer is known as...an effective advocate-for-hire for real estate interests.”April 21, 2015
FishbowlNY
Memories of a ‘Spiritual’ Mario Cuomo
January 7, 2015
Kasirer was praised as one of “Manhattan’s most impressive women” with an “incredible work ethic and sincere desire to improve the quality of life of all New Yorkers.”January 7, 2015
City & State
New York City’s Top 10 Lobbyists
March 13, 2014
“We consistently get positive results for our clients. ...Our record of success on behalf of our diverse clientele is unmatched. Our clients...want results, and we know how to achieve them.”March 13, 2014
Documentary film (excerpt) by Abe Kasbo
A Thousand and One Journeys: The Arab Americans
September 23, 2013
The NY Times
What the Small Player Can Expect When Using a Lobbyist
January 25, 2013
“Kasirer is working on a similar case with a group of small-business owners who do not often work well together. She is representing seven expediters ...[and] said new rules could end their business.”January 25, 2013
Channel Thirteen
Celebrating the Stories of Our Community: Suri Kasirer
November 27, 2012
The NY Observer
Suri Kasirer, the Lobbyist Behind Cornell’s Roosevelt Island Win
June 5, 2012
“We’re in a service business, so we do whatever we have to do to make sure that our clients can achieve their goals,” says KasirerJune 5, 2012
NY Daily News
Meet Your Top 10 NYC Lobbying Firms
The city Lobbying Bureau’s annual report names Kasirer Consulting as the top lobbying firm in New York City for 2011.