Best Networking Events in NYC + Brooklyn Museum First Saturdays Recap! (2.4.25)

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📸 Welcome + Recap of BK Museum First Saturdays

Hello LEVELUP in NYC Family,

Happy Black History month! This weekend, First Saturdays at the Brooklyn Museum set off Black History Month with Toward Joy—an unforgettable night of art, music, and culture. Kith’s collab brought a fire roundtable with Alvin Armstrong, Marcus Troy, and Penda Diakité, plus a retrospective exhibition and Kith pop-up. DJs shut it down, and the vibes were immaculate. Tap in below to check out our short IG recap. Also, thanks to everyone who completed our Feedback Survey! The lucky raffle winner of the $50 gift card is Trevon Davis! Thank you all for the helpful feedback (I’ll leave the survey open one more day if anyone else wants to share feedback.)

-Ryan

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🔝 The Insider’s List - Top 40 Upcoming Events

Featured Upcoming Event:

1. [2/7] Out of Office Connect Summit + Afterparty

   This is one of those can’t miss events, featuring a fireside chat with Earn Your Leisure, facilitated networking, and an afterparty with a live performance by hip hop artist Jim Jones!

   Cost: Free!

2. ⭐️New⭐️[2/5] Spark the Brain Presents In the Mix

   Join for Happy Hour, an inspiring guest speaker, networking, raffles, and plenty of fun!

   Cost: FREE

3. [2/6] Brooklyn Mavens Present A Maven Happy Hour (Free)

   Join us for a Black History Month Happy Hour at Dick & Jane’s in Bed-Stuy with drinks, food, and good vibes!

   Cost: FREE

4. [2/7] The Forefront - An exclusive NYFW event produced by IIFW in collaboration with ForbesBLK NYC

   Join an exclusive NYFW event by IIFW & ForbesBLK NYC, celebrating Black fashion with panels, designers, shopping, and a VIP open bar.

   Cost: $35

5. ⭐️New⭐️[2/9] Fun with Friends Presents The Big (FUN) Game Superbowl Watch Party

   Join to watch the Chiefs battle the Eagles in a historic showdown, root for everybody Black, and enjoy an unforgettable halftime show by K-Dot!

   Cost: FREE

6. ⭐️New⭐️[2/10] BRIC Presents Mayoral Candidate Forum on Culture and Arts Hosted by Angela Yee

   Join for a pivotal discussion on NYC’s arts and culture with mayoral candidates, presented by BRIC and the Culture and Arts Policy Institute.

   Cost: FREE

7. ⭐️New⭐️[2/11] Brooklyn Tech Expo 2025: TECH4LIFE Edition ($35)

   Featuring AI innovations, tech exhibitors, and networking with 1,000+ professionals.

   Cost: $35

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🔗 LEVELUP Links: Training + Funding Opportunities

1. [2/12] Colorwave Fellowship Info Session: Spring 2025 Cohort

   Join to learn more about our FREE, virtual fellowship for underrepresented professionals interested in joining startups.

   Cost: FREE

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   Experience an actual class of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Initiative and learn all about the program and how to apply.

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