Best Networking Events in NYC + Recap of the CUP Pipeline to Power Summit! (3.18.25)

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1. Welcome + Recap of the CUP Pipeline to Power Summit!

2. The Insiders List: 80 Upcoming Events!

3. 5 Trending Jobs on Our Job Board

4. Sponsored Ticket Giveaway from Watch Her Win

📸 Welcome + Recap of the CUP Pipeline to Power Summit!

Hey LEVELUP in NYC Family,

Happy (almost) Spring! Last week we attended the Council of Urban Professionals (CUP) Pipeline to Power Summit where we heard talks from world-renowned executives like Tiffany Dufu, President of the Tory Burch Foundation and Ramcess Jean-Louis, Global Chief DEI Officer at Pfizer (pictured above). The event was filled with powerful insights, inspiring discussions, and an incredible atmosphere—capped off with a lively open-bar networking reception.

The sponsored event of the week is Do it For the Ladies: Women’s History Month Edition, a vibrant night of networking, games, music, and community—open to both men and women! Plus, we are partnering again with our friends JDs and Cocktails to promote their upcoming Champagne and Cocktails Women’s History Month Celebration on March 28! Join us there! Use promo code LEVELUP for a discount! Keep reading for a roundup of over 70 high quality events in the city! Let’s LEVELUP together!

-Ryan

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🔝 The Insider’s List - 80 Upcoming NYC Events!

Sponsored Event of the Week!

[3/20] Do it For the Ladies: Women’s History Month Edition Presented by Link and Lounge (Link)

Celebrate the launch of Link & Lounge Global, founded to create connection and build community with people all over the world. Women and men are welcome for networking, games, and a fun night of quality connections!

2. [3/19] HERStory in Wellness & Harmony (Link)

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

4. [3/21] Black Health Connect Q1 Mixer (Link)

5. [3/22] High Notes (NYC) By Fine Wine Series (Link)

6. [3/27] Watch Her Win Presents: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures (Link)

7. [3/27] National Sales Network NJ/NY Presents Her Presence, Her Network, Her Power (Link)

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

9. [4/3] Her Path to Prosperity - A Career in Financial Planning (Link)

That’s not all. We have over 70+ MORE upcoming events on the full event guide! Click below to see all upcoming events!

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Sponsored Ticket Giveaway from Watch Her Win!

We’re giving away 2 VIP tickets ($100 value) to Breaking Barriers, Building Futures on March 27 at Sankofa Haus—a powerhouse event celebrating women in tech!

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💼 Employer Highlight: Mayo Clinic is Recruiting on the LEVELUP in NYC Job Board!

Here are trending jobs from our LEVELUP in NYC Job Board—featuring over 200+ companies eager to recruit diverse talent from our community. Apply today!

1. Mayo Clinic: Nurse Practitioner (NP)

2. Mayo Clinic: Registered Nurse (RN)

3. Mayo Clinic: Patient Care Assistant

4. Mayo Clinic: Licensed Practical Nurse

5. Mayo Clinic: Clinical Nurse Specialist

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🔗 LEVELUP Links: Training + Funding Opportunities

1. [2/24] How to Start a Business When You Don’t Know Business Hosted by The Travel Tuesday Club

   Cost: $45

2. BOMESI Accelerator Applications are Open: The BOMESI Accelerator Cohort 4 is a 12-week program offering $25,000 in funding, expert mentorship, and networking opportunities to Black-owned media businesses; applications are open until March 31, 2025 (Apply)

We are now a Skip Grants Partner: We're thrilled to partner with Skip Grants, a platform that has helped over 1 million entrepreneurs secure $2B+ in funding with AI-powered tools that simplify grant applications! 💰 [Sign up here!]

Sponsored by Sow + Tell’s There Will Be Fruit Conference! 🌱

Join Sow + Tell for their There will be Fruit Conference on April 12 for a dynamic day of growth, connection, and inspiration with leaders like Allie Tsahey (Baddies in Tech) & Gia Lowe (Curlfest), plus panels, networking, music, vendors, and more! Don’t miss the exclusive VIP Mixer on April 11! LEVELUP in NYC Subscribers can us Promo Code: LEVELUP for a special discount! [Register now!] 

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