Hello LEVELUP in NYC Family!

Happy New Year! As we reflect on the unforgettable networking moments of 2023, gear up for an even more spectacular journey in 2024! 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.

Check out our Top 3 upcoming events below and become a LEVELUP in NYC Insider to join our community and see an extended list of 20-30+ upcoming events each week and to enjoy all of our Premium Membership Benefits.

🗓️ 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
Ball Drop NYE Event Hosted by Paul Jobson 🏆!

We kicked off the year in style at the Ball Drop Event in a Private Loft in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, hosted by Paul Jobson, one of NYC's most successful event producers. Huge shoutout to Paul for orchestrating a phenomenal event!

Amidst the celebration, we connected with our friend, Trevon Davis, Broadway Star featured in the Book of Mormon and Porgy and Bess. This soirée was a tribute to Black Excellence, setting the perfect tone for an extraordinary start to the new year.

We also had a chance to connect in person with many Members from our LEVELUP in NYC Community who attended the event. Subscribe today and follow us on Instagram to join our community so we can connect with you at the next event.

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🥉TOP 3 EVENTS
Top 3 Upcoming Networking Events

Below are our top 3 upcoming event recommendations. To get the most out of this platform—become a paid member for an extended list of 20-30+ upcoming events shared weekly along with access to all of our Premium Membership Benefits.

1. [1/2] The Lit Bar Presents: Your First Million with Arlan Hamilton– A Talk and Book Signing ($34.23)

   Description: Tap in for a talk with Arlan Hamilton, the Founder & Managing Partner of Backstage Capital as she talks about her new book Your First Million. Order your copy here.

   

2. [1/6] The NY Metro Alumni Chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Present Founder's Day Soiree ($28.52 +)

   Description: Celebrate Founders Day with the New York Metro-Area Chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Celebrating 113 Years of Achievement!

   

3. [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.

   

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🔐MEMBERS-ONLY ACCESS
The LEVELUP in NYC Insiders List

Our paid members have access to unlock our hidden members-only LEVELUP in NYC Insiders Event List with over 20-30+ additional events plus our exclusive members-only Premium Benefits. The Insiders List helps you:

• Plan ahead and secure tickets early with our exclusive Calendar

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• Stay in the know on LEVELUP in NYC Hosted or Co-hosted events and much more!

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📢 LEVELUP in NYC Hosted or Co-Hosted Events 📢

Join us at our hosted or co-hosted events! Calling ALL LEVELUP in NYC Insiders to come together and attend these events as a community 🚀👥 

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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. [1/5] Young Education Professionals (YEP NYC) Social (Free)

4. [1/5] Founder Office Hours with Andrew Yeung (Free)

5. [1/11] From Zero to Funded: Unveiling the Secrets to Entrepreneurial Success (Free)

6. [1/12] 2024 MLK Members Mixer presented by NY BLACK MBA (Free)

7. [1/13] The Harlem Alphas Present: Living the Dream Annual Scholarship Awards Reception ($188.58 +)

8. [1/13-16] National Retail Federation Conference 2024: Retails Big Show Featuring Magic Johnson ($100+)

9. [1/14] Apollo Theater Presents: Uptown Hall- The Inconvenient King, 18th annual celebration of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Free)

10. [1/16] Build the Right Team to Get Funded: Startup Grind feat. Erica Duignan Minnihan ($5)

11. [1/16] NY BLACK MBA Presents: Rewriting Your Future with Financial Literacy - A Professional Networking Event  ($12.16)

12. [1/18] Tavern Community Coworking Presents: Creative Minds Coworking (Free)

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

20. [2/1] Real Estate & Entrepreneur Networking Mixer-Black History Month Edition! (Free)

21. [2/16-18]  New York State Association of Black and Puerto Rican Legislators 53rd Annual Legislative Conference ($25+)

22. [3/16] Council of Urban Professionals (CUP) 6th Annual Pipeline to Power Summit, Inspiring Down & Managing Up – Empowering Mid-Level Leaders with Resilience (Free)