Best Networking Events in NYC! (3.11.25)

70 NYC Events to Help You Increase your Network, Income, and Impact!

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Ryan McBride
March 11, 2025

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📸 Welcome + Recap of Cares Gala Red Carpet Event!

Susan Taylor, Dr. Iyanla Vanzant and Taraji Henson on the Red Carpet at National Cares Gala in NYC on Thursday, March 6th along with guests.

Hey LEVELUP in NYC Family,

Last Thursday, we attended the National Cares Gala in Manhattan, celebrating honorees Taraji P. Henson, Tina Knowles, Dr. Iyanla Vanzant, and Dr. Yusef Salaam, who received the North Star Award for their impact. We also connected with journalist Roland Martin and caught an epic Doug E. Fresh performance at the afterparty! Check out our red carpet recap on Instagram [watch here].

This week’s newsletter sponsor, the There Will Be Fruit Conference produced by Sow and Tell is a must-attend event on April 11 and 12th for Christian professionals and creatives of color looking to grow, connect, and thrive—featuring panels, networking, music, and insights from top leaders. Use promo code LEVELUP for a special discount! Plus, we’ve got 70+ events listed below to help you level up in life, love, and career—check them out and share with your networks! 🚀

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-Ryan

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🔝 The Insider’s List - 70 Upcoming NYC Events

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  1. [3/13] Alencia Johnson celebrates Flip The Tables Book Launch with CNN’s Abby Phillip (Link)

  2. [3/13] Baddies in Tech Presents Code & Content: A Tech and Media Networking Night (Link)

  3. [3/14] The Success Code NYC: Balancing Leadership, Career Growth, & Well-Being (Link)

  4. [3/17] Harlem Stage Presents - The Family Business: A Conversation & Book Signing with Leslie Odom Jr. (Link)

  5. [3/20] Jeff Teague & The 520 Podcast featuring Master P: A Live Conversation on Basketball, Business, and Brand Power (Link)

  6. [3/20] Link and Lounge, Women’s History Month Edition (Link)

  7. [3/21] Black Health Connect Q1 Mixer (Link)

  8. [3/28-29] Columbia Business School Elevate Conference (Link)

That’s not all. We have over 60+ MORE upcoming events on the full event guide! Click below to see all upcoming events!

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