NYC's Top Networking, Professional Development, & Career Events this Week (11.7.23)
Teach Jam Conference, National Urban League Equal Opportunity Dinner, Loud Ideas Presents: Demystifying Corporate America, Angel Investing 101 + more great networking events in NYC this week!
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The LEVELUP in NYC Newsletter
Hello LEVELUP in NYC Fam,
There are some high quality networking events taking place in the city this week! Our goal is to help you increase your net worth by building your networks!
Speaking of networking, last week I got a chance to participate in the Obama Foundation’s Democracy Forum Conference in Chicago (last year this event was in NYC). There was also an Election Night Celebration to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of President Obama being elected as our first Black President in 2008.
Attending this event was a great way to network and connect with people from around the country who are making big moves and working on some of the most important issues of our time. President Obama and my Forever First Lady Michelle Obama spoke, actress Regina Hall led a panel, Governor Wes Moore of Maryland popped out, along with so many other big names. It was incredible! It was also super lit with DJ D-Nice on the ones and twos for the election night party. You can see my recap of the event HERE on our IG Page or by clicking the link below and looking at our latest IG post:
Recap of Obama Foundation Democracy Forum
My goal with LEVELUP in NYC is to make sure WE are in important rooms like these where ambitious BIPOC professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives can come together to leverage our collective power to advance in our careers, change the world, and look good while doing it 😁.
Are you with me? Share our page with your friends and colleagues. Let’s LEVELUP in NYC TOGETHER!
-Ryan
Top 3 Event Recommendations this Week
Below are my top 3 events this week. If you want more than these 3 events, be sure to scroll to the bottom of this email where you’ll find info on our VIP INSIDER’S LIST with over 40+ more UPCOMING events! (VIP INSIDER LIST access is FREE for a limited time)
Teach Jam Conference - The Homecoming of Professional Development - 11/7
Description: Teach Jam is an urban education teacher conference like no other. For the first time, urban educators will receive professional development, inspiration, and training in an atmosphere that is similar to an HBCU homecoming. Teach Jam is the Homecoming of Teacher Professional Development.
National Urban League Equal Opportunity Dinner - 11/8
Description: The National Urban League Equal Opportunity Dinner is an annual fundraising event that celebrates trailblazing leaders in industry, media, the arts, and government who personify the National Urban League’s mission of equal opportunity for the underserved.
Description: Join us for an exciting and insightful event where we'll be demystifying Corporate America! Get ready to dive into the world of big business and gain valuable knowledge from industry experts, including an intimate chat with Curtiss Jacobs.
(Want to see more events so you can plan ahead? Are tickets sold out for that cool event you REALLY wanted to attend but found out about too late? Check out our VIP INSIDER’S LIST below to learn about events well in advance. VIP INSIDER LIST Members will get an additional 20-30+ upcoming events each week! VIP Insiders will also have access to exclusive discount promo codes for events + many other special benefits!)
The LEVELUP in NYC VIP INSIDER’S LIST: Upcoming Events
Here you will find over 40 UPCOMING events along with promo codes to help to help you plan ahead, save money, and secure your spot early! (This section is free for a limited time but will eventually just be for our VIP Insider Members.)
Angel Investing 101 - Women In Tech x Into The Wallet - 11/7
New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) Founder Fellowship Info Session (Virtual Event) - 11/8
Meet and Greet with Rashawn Davis new Executive Director of Amdrew Goodman Foundation - 11/8
Fintech Beyond Crypto - 11/9
2023 Black Ambition Demo Day Featuring a Fireside Chat from Founder, Pharrell Williams - 11/9
Uptown Sneaker Ball - 11/9
Melanin Matchup (Speed Dating Event) - 11/11
Promo code for LEVELUP in NYC VIP Insiders: “levelup” for 5% off
4th Annual MpaBoa 'Sneaker' Gala - Fresh Out the Box...Hip Hop 50th - 11/11
The 11Eleven Podcast Live Show Taping with The Talented 10th Collective, Inc. - 11/11
Meet the Moment Conference on Activism at Brooklyn Museum -11/11
Wine For Me BK - A Monthly Natural Wine Club Centered around Community - 11/12
Mixer & Dialogue on Effective Conflict Resolution at Work - 11/13
CUP’s 14th Annual Lawyer Power Forum Law Catalyst Recognition Ceremony - 11/14
Women Entrepreneurs NYC: WE Master Leadership Fall Conference - 11/14
The Future of Tech: Navigating the Rise of Artificial Intelligence - 11/15
NYC Innovators and Disruptors Award Show with America on Tech - 11/15
14th Annual Cristian Rivera Foundation Celebrity Gala - 11/15
5th Annual Pow(H)er Experience + Awards - 11/15-16
The Knowledge House Presents The Future of Tech: Navigating the Rise of Artificial Intelligence - 11/15
NY Black MBA Premium Virtual Career Fair | Corporate Career Opportunities (Virtual Event) - 11/16
5th Annual Pow(H)er Experience + Awards - 11/15-16
The Path to Senior Leadership - A Panel Hosted by National Sales Network of New York and New Jersey - 11/16
NY Association of Black Journalists (NYABJ) General-body Meeting at The Wall Street Journal - 11/16
We MET IRL Speed Dating Event - 11/16
Jopwell and Google Presents Native Voices with Google (Virtual Event) - 11/16
7th Annual Open Desk and Small Business Pop Up Shop In-Person - 11/16
Clean Energy in New York Summit - New York's Path to Sustainability - 11/16
Hue Capital & Young Ambitious One presents Winning Women NYC - 11/18
Young Professionals Elevate & Engage Mixer with eXp Realty Young Professionals - 11/23
City and State NY Presents: Above & Beyond : Gen X - Celebrating The Trailblazers & Leaders from the MTV Generation - 11/29
United Justice Coalition Summit 2023: Social Justice Convention - 12/1
The Black Ivy Holiday Party - 12/16
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Great list, thanks Ryan!