The LEVELUP in NYC Newsletter: NYC's Top Upcoming Networking & Career Events (2.13.24)
JDs and Cocktails Presents a Happy Hour & Networking Event, Transform the Hustle Presents #ShopBLCK, The UPMIXER – New York Fashion Edition Vol. 4 + more networking events in NYC!
The LEVELUP in NYC Newsletter
Hello LEVELUP in NYC Community,
We’ve been hard at work to get ready for the launch of our new website and Insider’s Membership! We have some exciting things in store for you. The new website has some amazing features. Here’s a preview of what’s coming once we launch. We’ll be sharing more detailed info on our membership program soon, including pricing, but here’s a quick high-level overview.
🎥 Our New Website, Insider’s Membership Network, and Job Board launches Soon!
We are launching a brand new website soon along with our new LEVELUP in NYC Insider’s Membership and Job Board. As an Insider (paid member), you’ll have access to these premium benefits below (with even more benefits yet to be added as we grow !):
Access to our premium extended Insider’s List of 20-30+ Upcoming Networking Events, shared weekly 📝
Access to Discount Promo Codes for Events to Save Money 💰
Access to join our Talent Portal to be contacted by recruiters looking for diverse talent + access to apply to jobs on our Job Board.
Access to connect with other members in our Private Slack Community 🗣️
Ticket giveaway opportunities for Members
Full Access to our Event Calendar so you can plan for events months in advance
Discounted or Free admission to any LEVELUP in NYC Hosted event
Opportunity to earn cash 💰 as a LEVELUP in NYC Job Board Affiliate
Be on the lookout for our official launch countdown and announcement!
📝 How to Get Your Networking Event Listed in our Newsletter
Are you an event producer, organization leader, business owner, promoter, career coach, etc. who throws networking, professional development, or career events and want to have them listed in our newsletter? Sign up for our Community Partner program so that you can share your events with us and read more about other ways to partner with us on our Partnerships page!
Top 3 Featured Upcoming Networking Events
Below are the Top 3 Featured Upcoming Networking Events. This Top 3 Featured Event list will always be available for our free subscribers.
[2/15] JDs and Cocktails Presents a Happy Hour & Networking Event ($0 - $30)
INSIDER Promo Code: levelup for 20% off
Description: Join JDs & Cocktails for a Happy Hour connecting professionals in NYC. Join us for specialty cocktails, great music and even better connects!
[2/17-18] Transform the Hustle Presents #ShopBLCK (Free)
Description: A must-attend weekend celebration of shopping, entertainment, culture, and community in the heart of NYC. Shop the latest collections from emerging Black-owned businesses while setting the vibe with curated DJ sets and savory tastings from local spirit brands.
[2/17] The UPMIXER – New York Fashion Edition Vol. 4 ($55+)
Promo Code: NYFE24 for 10% off
Description: Immerse yourself in urban chic at Volume 4 of the premier art and fashion experience, witnessing top urban brands redefine style on the runway, complemented by live performances and captivating art installations, while networking with industry professionals.
(Event Producers, if you’d like your event to be featured as one of our Top 3 Featured Events to an audience of 1,000+ professionals, please reach out to us at hello@levelupinnyc.com)
The LEVELUP in NYC Insider’s List (Members-Only)
Our Insider’s List will soon be a hidden list and only be available to Insider Members. Here you’ll find over 20 - 30+ 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 Hosted or Co-Hosted Events and the second section features additional events of interest.
📣 LEVELUP in NYC Hosted or Co-hosted Events 📣
We will be hosting and co-hosting events with our Partners. We encourage all LEVELUP in NYC Insiders to attend our Hosted and Co-Hosted events together and coordinate meetups in our Private Slack Group so you can go to these events together 🫱🏾🫲🏽🫱🏾🫲🏽🚀🚀 !
[2/17] The UPMIXER – New York Fashion Edition Vol. 4 ($55+)
Promo Code: NYFE24 for 10% off
(Note: We are a proud Community Supporter of this event and encourage all of our subscribers to attend)
✍🏾 Additional Upcoming Networking Events to Consider ✍🏾
Here are some additional upcoming events that may be of interest so you can plan ahead 📆.
[2/14] New York Build Conference - The Leading and Largest Construction and Design Show (Free)
[2/15] Jopwell Presents Celebrate Black History Month with H&M (Virtual)
[2/15] NY Black MBA Diversity Premium Virtual Career Fair (Free/Virtual)
[2/15] The AfterParty & Cr3at0r's Club mini moment: Not Your Average: A Different Kind of Panel NYFW (Free)
[2/15] Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso's 2024 State of the Borough Address (Free)
[2/16] Clique + Create Presents The Black Impact: The Culture on Culture (Free)
[2/16-18] New York State Association of Black and Puerto Rican Legislators 53rd Annual Legislative Conference ($25+)
[2/17] EmpowerHER Earnings: A Creator Galentine’s Brunch ($125)
[2/17-18] #SHOPBLCK Pop Up Presented by Transform the Hustle (Free)
[2/21] Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Black History Month Celebration (Free)
[2/22] 23rd Annual NYU Venture Showcase (Free)
[2/22] Black Connect Presents Black Business Development Day ($20)
[2/22] AfricaTech NYC February Mixer (Free)
[2/22] To Be Hosted Presents Perfect Pairings - ($150)
[2/24] National Sales Network NJ/NY Get Connected Brunch ($0 - $49.87)
[2/27] Black Women in Tech: Pivot to Growth (Free)
[2/28] Female Founders & Funders Fireside Chat and Mixer with Ita Ekpoudom (Partner at GingerBread Capital, $1B+ AUM) (Free)
[3/7] NY BLACK MBA Presents: Business of Content sponsored by Paramount Network ($0- $22.53)
[3/12] Book Talk: Tamron Hall in Conversation with Bevy Smith ($34.23)
[3/16] Women of Color and Capital Elevate & Invest Meet-up (Free)
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-Ryan McBride (Follow Me on LinkedIn)
