Linda Gibbs is the Principal for Social Services at Bloomberg Associates, a not-for-profit consultancy serving mayors worldwide in achieving their vision and addressing unique municipal challenges.

From 2005 to 2013, Gibbs served as the New York City Deputy Mayor of Health and Human Services. In this role, she supervised the City’s human service, public health, and social justice agencies, leading major initiatives on poverty alleviation, juvenile justice reform, and obesity reduction.

Before her appointment as Deputy Mayor, Gibbs was the Commissioner of the New York City Department of Homeless Services. She also held senior roles with the Administration for Children’s Services and the Office of Management and Budget.