Vidula is a Senior Project Manager at the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) where she leads programming related to the advanced manufacturing and industrial sectors. NYCEDC created Futureworks, a key component of the Mayor’s Industrial Action Plan to help emerging and existing manufacturers adopt advanced technologies and increase local production. Prior to joining NYCEDC, Vidula spent a few years in management consulting helping Fortune 500 companies with organizational transformation and growth strategy. Vidula received her Bachelor of Science in Business and Political Economy from New York University. She is passionate about promoting sustainable practices, supporting local manufacturing, and advocating for marginalized communities.