The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Workforce Development along with its agencies oversee the planning and implementation of the policies that affect the economic prosperity of New York City and its 8.4 million residents. The Office promotes initiatives that retain, attract and expand domestic and global businesses; foster job creation; develop the workforce; and grow the tax base by making New York City more livable, more business friendly, and diversifying the economy throughout the five boroughs. The Deputy Mayor for Economic and Workforce Development oversees and coordinates the operations of the Economic Development Corporation, the Department of City Planning, the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, the Public Design Commission, the Department of Cultural Affairs, the Office of Media and Entertainment, the Landmarks Preservation Commission, the Office of Talent and Workforce Development, the Department of Small Business Services.