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This week’s issue of LEVELUP in NYC is here! We share NYC’s best networking, professional development, and career events + resources for BIPOC professionals.

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🗓️ Weekly Rundown
Table of Contents

• Networking Recap

• Free List: Top 3 Upcoming Networking Events

• Members-Only Extended List: Top 20-30+ Upcoming Events

📸 NETWORKING EVENT RECAP
Alumni Connections at the Michigan Watch Party 🏆!

2024 has kicked off with a bang! Last night, the stars aligned as my college Alma Mater, the University of Michigan, clinched the College Football National Championship after a 26-year wait. Go Blue!

I had the privilege of soaking in the victory at a University of Michigan Black Alumni watch party in Manhattan.

Amidst the cheers and celebrations, a realization struck me - the incredible individuals I met during my college years have evolved into some of the most successful, accomplished, and intelligent people I know.

Witnessing their achievements at a high level fills me with gratitude for the remarkable network I've cultivated. Here are a few below who are doing great things in their respective fields. Joel Scott, DeRonn Kidd, Savannah Onwochei, Kange Kaneene, and Ron Johnson are all achieving at a high level and we are grateful to have them as friends and Members of our LEVELUP in NYC Network.

Two Networking Tips: Plug into your Alumni Association and Build a Winning Team 🥇

1. Plug into Your Alumni Association: Your college alumni association is a treasure trove of opportunities to expand and cultivate your personal and professional network. Attend alumni events and reconnect with old friends on LinkedIn - these connections are invaluable.

2. Build Your Winning Team: Just like University of Michigan Football's path to victory, success in life, love, and career hinges on surrounding yourself with the right team, coaches, and environment. This year, consider tapping into the expertise of professionals like Pervis Taylor, an exceptional life coach, or my fellow Michigan Alum, Ron Johnson, a skilled business coach, to ensure you're on the winning track. We all need a supportive team and guidance to achieve our goals.

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🥉TOP 3 EVENTS
Top 3 Upcoming Networking Events

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1. [1/9] Shopify New York Presents: New Day Soiree —New Year, Headshots and Workshops! (Free)

   Description: Indulge in an enchanting evening of fresh starts! Elevate your profile with a complimentary headshot session courtesy of Hued. Then immerse yourself in a transformative experience as you set your intentions during an inspiring creative workshop hosted by the innovative minds at Noodo Studio.

   

2. [1/11] Hue Capital Presents: Hue Lane Anniversary Mixer, A Traffic Light Networking Event (Free)

   Description: ​Whether you're a founder/entrepreneur, creative, corporate professional, government official, healthcare worker and more, this event is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart the New Year & vibe out with some of New York City's finest!

   

3. [1/12] Jopwell Talks: An Annual Summit that Explores and Celebrates what it means to be a Person of Color in the Workplace (Free)

   Description: Jopwell Talks is Jopwell's annual summit that explores and celebrates what it means to be a person of color in the workplace. This year’s summit is a high-powered, invitation-only event, including top industry leaders, exclusive networking opportunities, industry-focused conversations, and a powerful day of career development on a new level.

   

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🔐MEMBERS-ONLY ACCESS
The LEVELUP in NYC Insiders List

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✍🏾Additional Upcoming Networking Events ✍🏾

We are NOT hosting these but here are some additional upcoming events that may be of interest so you can plan ahead! 📆

3. [1/10] Techstars NYC powered by J.P. Morgan Demo Day After Party at the Yale Club NYC (Free)

4. [1/11] From Zero to Funded: Unveiling the Secrets to Entrepreneurial Success (Free)

5. [1/12] 2024 MLK Members Mixer presented by NY BLACK MBA (Free)

6. [1/13] The Harlem Alphas Present: Living the Dream Annual Scholarship Awards Reception ($188.58 +)

7. [1/13-16] National Retail Federation Conference 2024: Retails Big Show Featuring Magic Johnson ($100+)

8. [1/14] Apollo Theater Presents: Uptown Hall- The Inconvenient King, 18th annual celebration of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Free)

9. [1/16] Build the Right Team to Get Funded: Startup Grind feat. Erica Duignan Minnihan ($5)

10. [1/16] NY BLACK MBA Presents: Rewriting Your Future with Financial Literacy - A Professional Networking Event  ($12.16)

11. [1/18] Tavern Community Coworking Presents: Creative Minds Coworking (Free)

12. [1/20] The Brooklyn Yearbook: Picture Day - A Social Mixer Celebrating NYC's Finest ($35)

13. [1/23] Shopify NY Presents: Building a Sustainable Business ($15+)

14. [1/23-27] Inman Connect: A Real Estate Conference ($399+)

15. [1/23] Tech Female Founders Fireside Chat & Mixer - feat. Terri Burns (Board of Trustees, NYU; Recent Partner, Google Ventures) (Free)

16. [1/24] New York Real Estate Entrepreneur Mixer (Free)

17. [1/27] The Royal Connections Networking Event (Free)

18. [1/27] 2024 Queens Career & Tech Expo 2.0 (Free)

19. [1/29] Tavern Community Coworking Presents: Podcasters + Thought Leaders Coworking Event ($10)

20. [1/31] I DID A NEW THING!: Tabitha Brown in Conversation - The 92nd Street Y, New York ($25)

21. [2/1] Real Estate & Entrepreneur Networking Mixer-Black History Month Edition! (Free)

22. [2/9] Melanin Matchup Presents "Battle of the Sexes" Karaoke Mixer (Free)

23. [2/13] Power Network: A Black History Month Conversation Featuring Robert Smith, Rick Ross, Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings of Earn Your Leisure ($26.50+)

24. [2/16-18]  New York State Association of Black and Puerto Rican Legislators 53rd Annual Legislative Conference ($25+)

25. [3/16] Council of Urban Professionals (CUP) 6th Annual Pipeline to Power Summit, Inspiring Down & Managing Up – Empowering Mid-Level Leaders with Resilience (Free)