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What is a good salary for a director in NY?
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Because of how you were raised probably. There are people out there who are achieving less and earning more. You might not believe it, but it’s true. Confidence matters, learn to work hard and always believe you are worth more, because the truth is you are.
That is a hefty raise, not that it isn't deserved. I would just make sure you have all the reasons they should give it to you in hand ready to explain to them. You can justify it, just have everything ready for them.
I don’t know if you deserve it or not … but… I’d be inclined to apply elsewhere and counter with that rather than just straight up ask. Bc if they say no then you have an out and you for sure know you’re not delusional in asking for that amount bc you’re being offered it in real time by a competitor.
You'll have the best chance at getting that kind of increase with an offer from a competitor.
You could request a raise and provide market data showing average salary and overall compensation rates for your role... most places will simply push to keep people underpaid and overworked, so it's better to have an offer in hand and be ready to leave if compensation is important to you.
Employers understand that a high percentage of workers get lazy or content with their pay and stick around for years without a decent raise...once you find an even better manager and HR team they will take care of your compensation properly. Best wishes.
Just have all the reasons there rehearsed and on top of your head but expect them to go bananas with that kinda money. You may be finding a new job anyway, doubt they will come up with that much
I would not go into a meeting asking for that type of increase without being able to detail exactly what my job description is, exactly what I do to fulfill that description, and how I exceed performance wise in my current position. Also with data from the current market that indicates average salary for you position held. That is one hefty increase to march into a meeting and ask for. I don’t know, but if you’re working for an organization that is paying you substantially less than what the industry standards call for, then it almost tells me that this is an employer that is more designed for entry-level. Once you have reached the point of where you know you are that much underpaid, you move on to the next firm that actually will pay you what you’re worth. It doesn’t hurt to try, but I would make sure you have at least something else lined up or another offer Just in case this changes how they perceive you in the workplace. Good luck! 
That's a incredibly hefty raise