NYC's Top Networking Events this Week + Our Time at the Root 100 ! (12.12.23)
Angela Simmons Holiday Gala, Black Ivy Holiday Party, JD's and Cocktails, Transform the Hustle Holiday Party, Soul Summit 2023, SEEN Holiday Party + more upcoming networking events in NYC!
The LEVELUP in NYC Newsletter
Hello LEVELUP in NYC Community,
Exciting news, LEVELUP in NYC Family! We've leveled up our game and have our own website/domain name — introducing www.LEVELUPinNYC.com! Check out the website and take a look around. We have tabs on the website where you can learn about our membership network (launching soon 🚀), how to partner with us, how to submit an event, view our calendar, refer friends from our Leaderboard, check out resources that will help you level up, and read about our story.
🎥 Last Week's Networking Highlights: The Root 100 at the Apollo Theater + VIP Encounters with Fani Willis & Nate Burleson! 🎬
Last Tuesday, we attended the Root 100 at the Apollo Theater. The Root 100 is an annual event highlighting the top 100 African American leaders across various fields for their significant contributions to the culture.
🏆 Meet two of the Root 100 Honorees 🔌 :
I had the privilege of meeting two of the remarkable Root 100 Honorees (photos 📸 below👇🏾):
⚖️ Fani Willis (#1 on the Root 100 List): The first woman District Attorney in Fulton County's history who is currently prosecuting former President Trump in a high-profile case related to election interference in the State of Georgia.
🎤 Nate Burleson (#46 on the Root 100 List): Former NFL player, Co-host of CBS Mornings alongside Gayle King. He also played for my home State football team, the Detroit Lions 🦁
But hold on, there's more!
In our chat with Nate Burleson, a golden networking opportunity arose! 🌟 LEVELUP in NYC is on the host committee for The Black Ivy Holiday Party happening on December 16th (Use our promo code 'levelupnyc2023' for 10% off your ticket). One of the sponsors for the Black Ivy Party is a custom men’s clothing store in Manhattan called Baynes & Baker. Guess who has his own King Leo line of custom suits featured at Baynes and Baker? Nate Burleson!
💼 Networking Win
Nate Burleson told us to keep in touch with him and gave us his contact information. Now, we are going to try to convince him to join our LEVEL UP in NYC Membership Network (launching soon 🚀). How cool would it be to have Nate Burleson join us as a Member? Stay tuned for updates!
Here's to the power of networking and limitless possibilities! 🥂 Share the excitement – let's LEVELUP in NYC TOGETHER! 🫱🏾🫲🏽🚀
Join the Journey,
-Ryan McBride (Follow Me on LinkedIn)
Top 3 Event Recommendations this Week
Below are 3 event recommendations for this week. To get the most out of this platform—become a Member for an extended list of 20-30+ upcoming events shared weekly and Premium Membership Benefits. (Free access now, Membership launching soon!)
[12/13] Angela Simmons Presents: The Purposeful Toy Drive and Holiday Gala (Free with RVSP at email below)
Description: Join Angela Simmons and friends at The Purposeful Toy Drive & Holiday Gala! Spread joy to underprivileged children by bringing an unwrapped toy. RSVP at Info@SonOfAGunEnt.com
[12/16] JDs and Cocktails Presents: Singles and Friends ($23+)
Member Promo Code: levelup for 20% off
Description: Join for the Singles & Friends event where professionals gather in a curated atmosphere; discover potential matches or, if already coupled up, enjoy a good time and make new connections 🍸🎉.
[12/16] The Black Ivy Holiday Party ($60.54+)
Member Promo Code: levelupnyc2023 for 10% off
Description: Join The Morehouse NYC & NJ Alumni Association’s 2nd Annual Holiday Party, Black Ivy! LEVELUP in NYC is part of the host committee for this great event.
(We’re rolling out a Membership plan soon with Premium Membership Benefits— including discount promo codes, access to our Private online community, discounts to LEVELUP in NYC hosted events + much more! Stay tuned for our upcoming launch 🚀!)
The LEVELUP in NYC Members-Only Extended LIST: Upcoming Events
Here you will find over 20+ UPCOMING events along with promo codes to help you plan ahead, save money, and secure your spot early! The first section is our list of Highly Recommended Events for Members and the second section features additional events of interest.
Highly Recommended Events for Members 📣
We encourage all of our LEVELUP in NYC Members to attend these HIGHLY RECOMMENDED events together 🫱🏾🫲🏽🫱🏾🫲🏽🚀🚀 !
[12/14] Transform the Hustle Presents: BLCK Office Holiday Panel & Happy Hour - (Free)
[12/14-15] Faith for Black Lives Presents: Soul Summit 2023 (Free)
[12/16] JDs and Cocktails Presents: Singles and Friends - ($23+)
Member Promo Code: levelup for 20% off
[12/16] The Black Ivy Holiday Party ($60.54+)
Member Promo Code: levelupnyc2023 for 10% off
[12/18] Sports and Entertainment Equity Network (SEEN) Holiday Party (Free)
Additional Upcoming Networking Events to Consider ✍🏾
Here are some additional upcoming events that may be of interest so you can plan ahead 📆.
[12/12] NY State Senator Cordell Cleare Presents: 2nd Annual Holiday Office Round Robin - (Free)
[12/13] Theme Karaoke: Rap City Vol. 2 - (Free)
[12/13] NY Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) Holiday Party - ($12.51 +)
[12/14] World Tour NYC 2023 Presented by Salesforce - (Free)
[12/14] Haitians in NYC: Reclaiming Power Through Arts, Culture, Education & Civic (Free)
[12/15] Black Christmas Holiday Gala ($95+)
[12/17] Black Excellence Ball Presented by Correy K ($80+)
[12/17] An Evening with Good Co - A Fundraiser and Black Tie Affair ($100+)
[12/19] Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Winter Gala ($250+)
[12/19]We Met IRL Speed Dating ($25+)
[12/20] New York City Councilman-Elect Yusef Salaam's End of Year Holiday Party ($50+)
[12/20] NY Real Estate Entrepreneur Mixer (Free)
[12/26] Kwanzaa Crawl ($60.54)
[1/5] Young Education Professionals (YEP NYC) Social (Free)
[1/6] The NY Metro Alumni Chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Present Founder's Day Soiree ($28.52 +)
[1/12] Jopwell Talks: An Annual Summit that Explores and Celebrates what it means to be a Person of Color in the Workplace (Free)
[1/14] Apollo Theater Presents: Uptown Hall- The Inconvenient King, 18th annual celebration of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Free)
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