“We’re here for human connection.” — John Zeitoun

John Zeitoun’s journey from backstage to Bryant Park is anything but linear. In this episode, John, a theater kid turned partnerships lead, unpacks how a background in storytelling and psychology shaped his approach to collaborations that center people, not just brands.

As Director of Strategic Partnerships at Bryant Park Corporation, John reflects on the quiet power of taste, trust, and timing in designing experiences for public space. From reimagining the post-pandemic role of city parks to navigating internal stakeholders, he makes a compelling case for why collaboration is the heartbeat of lasting impact.

For partnership strategists, placemakers, and marketers who want to go beyond transaction and toward transformation.