CEO Roundtables New York

New York Founder Table: Bring One Bottleneck, Leave With Answers

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in New York.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-founder-table-bring-one-bottleneck-leave-with-answers-tickets-1997946240990?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** Founder networking in New York usually means a room full of business cards. This one asks what's stuck. Pricing that isn't converting. A first sales hire you keep postponing. A churn number you can't explain. You send it in before the evening, it goes on the board, the room votes — and the problems people care about get a table and twenty-five minutes of five smart people working on them. 🔍 **HOW A PROBLEM ACTUALLY GETS WORKED ON** Two minutes to explain it. Three minutes of questions - no solutions yet, and this is the part that usually reframes the whole thing. Then eight minutes while the table works on it out loud and you turn your chair around and take notes. You don't defend, you don't explain, you write. Two minutes at the end for what you're taking away. Then a new vote, a new table, and you spend the second half being useful to someone else. What makes it work: we share experience, not advice — nobody is allowed to tell you what to do, only what happened to them. And Chatham House Rule means people bring their real problems instead of the polished ones. 🎯 **NOBODY LEAVES WITH NOTHING** Before we scatter, the host asks one question out loud: who still doesn't have an answer? Every hand gets the room's attention — and someone in it has the contact you need. That's the last twenty minutes of the evening, and it's often where the useful thing happens. 🤝 **AND THE SIDE EFFECT WORTH MENTIONING** Two hours of solving problems next to people is how co-founders, advisors and first hires actually find each other. You mark who you'd work with again — and we connect you only when both sides say yes, within 48 hours. No cold intros, no lists. 📋 **ONE THING IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOU COME** After you book, you'll get a short form in our [Mini App:](https://ascentvalley.com/community "https://ascentvalley.com/community") your problem in one line, a bit of context, and how long it's been unresolved. Three minutes. It goes on the board and the room votes — if your problem isn't submitted, it isn't on the board. You'll still be in the room and in the closing round, just working on someone else's problem. 👥 **WHO'S IN THE ROOM** · Founders pre-seed to Series A · Technical builders and operators · People who came to solve, not to be sold to. Hosted by **Andrey Krylow.** He greets every guest at the door, seats you at the right table, and makes the introductions - nobody stands alone at this event. WHAT'S GUARANTEED: a curated room of 30–45 people, two working sessions, mutual matches within 48 hours. WHAT WE DON'T PROMISE: a room full of investors. Some evenings have angels and scouts in the room, some don't - we'd rather you know that before you buy. Three rules, said out loud in sixty seconds: what's said here stays here · we share experience, not advice · moving to another table mid-session is normal, not rude. Registration required — the room caps at 45. Check-in through the Ascent Valley Mini App inside Telegram: everyone you meet stays saved, matched and reachable after tonight. Ascent Valley — a founder and investor ecosystem across 21 cities. [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")

Project MenTour: Men & Money Roundtable

**Project MenTour: Men & Money Roundtable** *A bi-monthly virtual leadership & wealth roundtable for men who build—hosted by William Moore and James Thompson as part of the REIA NYC ecosystem.* This isn’t motivational talk. It’s mission talk. **Project MenTour: Men & Money Roundtable** is where men who build gather to plan, execute, and grow with intention. Hosted by **William Moore (The Credit Navigator)** and **James Thompson (The Flow Engineer)**, this bi-monthly virtual roundtable brings together business credit strategy, systems thinking, and real-estate investing to help men lead with clarity and measurable results. No hype. No theory. Just the blueprint to lead at home, in business, and through wealth. **This is not a men’s networking call or a motivational session—it’s a structured roundtable for men who execute.** Each 75-minute session focuses on practical outcomes: cash-flow decisions, investment models, team alignment, and leadership frameworks designed for men who believe legacy is built on discipline, not noise. *** **Why Attend** • Build generational wealth through practical systems—not guesswork • Learn how men are funding businesses and real estate without relying on banks • Engage with disciplined professionals who think in strategies, not slogans • Leave each session with one clear action you can execute immediately *** **2026 Roundtable Series** • **Jan 21** – *Man on a Mission* · Purpose-driven wealth · Leadership · Legacy vision • **Mar 18** – *Build, Don’t Hustle* · Long-term wealth · Team-based investing • **May 20** – *Men Who Close* · Strategic alliances · Collaboration • **Jul 15** – *Leverage Like a Legend* · Borrowing for growth & scale • **Sep 16** – *Brothers Without Borders* · Diaspora investing · Global legacy • **Nov 18** – *The Man Behind the Brand* · Leadership · Influence · Visibility *(Schedule subject to update as guest experts are confirmed.)* *** **Who Should Attend** • Men ready to lead their families and communities through ownership • Business owners and investors seeking scalable cash-flow, not burnout • Emerging leaders who value accountability, systems, and long-term wealth You don’t need hype. You need execution. That’s what **Project MenTour** delivers. *** **Event Details** 📍 **Location:** Virtual Nationwide (Zoom link sent after registration) 🗓️ **When:** 3rd Wednesday · Bi-Monthly · 8 PM ET 💵 **Cost:** Free for guests \| Included with REIA NYC Membership 🎟️ **Register:** [https://reianyc.org/mentour-roundtable](https://reianyc.org/mentour-roundtable) *** **Registration & Access** To maintain a secure men’s space, Zoom access is provided **only to registered participants**. ✅ Register to receive your private link and reminders. 📧 Please whitelist **[membership@reianyc.org](mailto:membership@reianyc.org)** to ensure delivery. *** **Next Step Inside REIA NYC** **Project MenTour is part of the REIA NYC ecosystem.** Men who want continued access, implementation support, and community accountability are invited to explore **REIA NYC membership** as their next step. *** **Why REIA NYC** The **Real Estate Investors Alliance – Now You Can (REIA NYC)** is a national alliance helping individuals and families build generational wealth through real estate, business credit, and creative financing. Our ecosystem includes: • **Fiscally Fabulous® Women & Wealth Masterclass** — for women building financial confidence • **Project MenTour: Men & Money Roundtable** — for men leading through purpose and profit • **Investor Agent Mastermind** — for agents and professionals aligning license and investments Each experience delivers one promise: **real implementation, not theory.** 🔗 View all sessions: [https://reianyc.org/events](https://reianyc.org/events) *** **About the Hosts** **William Moore, The Credit Navigator** Business credit strategist helping men leverage capital to fund growth and opportunity. **James Thompson, The Flow Engineer** Systems architect designing operational frameworks that scale cash-flow and execution. Together, they equip men to lead with strategy, discipline, and results.

The AI Briefing by Startup Grind - The Workforce Gap in AI Readiness

**👉 [CLICK HERE](https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-new-york-city-presents-the-ai-briefing-by-startup-grind-the-workforce-gap-in-ai-readiness/) TO RSVP FOR FREE 👈** **The AI Briefing is a recurring AI deep-dive for decision-makers.** Each month, we select one high-signal industry report, circulate it in advance, and meet to cut through the noise. **📜 This Month's Source:** [2026 People Readiness Report](https://www.kyndryl.com/us/en/insights/people-readiness-report-2026) *(Kyndryl – Jun 2026)* Kyndryl's newest survey of 1,100 business and technology leaders found something specific: workforce readiness dropped 6 points this year, to just 23%, even as broad AI deployment climbed to 57%. **The gap between rollout speed and people readiness is widening.** Leaders agree the technology itself isn't the constraint anymore. 79% say AI will outpace their organization's ability to adapt its workforce, governance, and operating model. And the confidence gap tracks straight down the org chart: **half of executive leadership believes their teams are enthusiastic about AI, but only 3 in 10 individual contributors and entry-level employees agree.** The same survey found 66% of organizations have already given AI agents unsupervised read and write access to their core systems of record. **Trust and governance haven't caught up with what's already running in production.** **🏔️ The Mission:** Where adoption, the C-suite divide, and agentic governance actually meet * Every AI Briefing this year has examined one piece of this from the top: how fast enterprises adopted, where leadership's confidence outran execution, and how governance is lagging behind autonomous agents. This session looks at the piece none of those touched directly: **whether the workforce itself is ready**, and what the data says happens to trust and outcomes when it isn't. * We'll use Kyndryl's own segmentation, the small group of organizations it calls **Pacesetters**, to ground the conversation in what readiness actually requires versus what most organizations are doing instead. **📊 The Format:** * We'll open with the readiness numbers: adoption at 57%, workforce readiness at 23% and falling, and the widening distance between what executives report and what individual contributors experience. * From there, the room works through Kyndryl's Pacesetter data: the 9% of organizations that redesigned roles, built change management, and got measurably better outcomes for it. What's replicable here, and what's easy to claim but hard to actually execute. * We'll also spend time on the report's agentic AI numbers: two-thirds of organizations already letting agents act on core systems without a person in the loop, and what that means for a governance conversation this room started in August. **🤝 Who Should Attend:** * **Enterprise Executives:** Compare your own workforce-readiness numbers against Kyndryl's benchmark, and see what actually separates the 9% of organizations getting outcomes from the 91% still catching up. * **Founders & Builders:** See where the readiness gap (skills visibility, change management, trust-building) is becoming a real buying trigger for enterprise customers, not just a talking point in their RFPs. * **Product, Data, and Operations Leads:** Get concrete detail on what change management and role redesign look like at organizations that have already done the work, not just the aspiration. **📬 The Prep:** This is a working session, not a lecture. Read the report [here](https://www.kyndryl.com/us/en/insights/people-readiness-report-2026). Bring a specific example from your own org, especially anywhere the gap between leadership's read and the floor's experience showed up. **👉 [CLICK HERE](https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-new-york-city-presents-the-ai-briefing-by-startup-grind-the-workforce-gap-in-ai-readiness/) TO RSVP FOR FREE 👈**

Celiac Community Roundtable & Gluten Free Picnic in Washington Square Park

Join Jessica & Ali for a celiac community roundtable & gluten free picnic in Washington Square Park - bring your questions about navigating life with celiac / the GF world, tips for navigating travel or social outings, and hopefully make some new friends in the process! This event is also Jessica’s final event as she’s stepping down from a leadership role. We hope to see you there! This casual picnic is a bring your own GF food event (though not a potluck) - bring something from home, or arrive early to pick up takeout at one of the many gluten free eateries in the neighborhood. Nearby spots include TBD Gimbap, Senza Gluten, Springbone, Modern Bread & Bagel, Nami Nori, and Sushi Counter. Wednesday August 26th 6pm Washington Square Park - meet under the arch Due to the rising cost of Meetup dues, attendees will make a $2 contribution to help with the group’s costs (cash/Venmo at the beginning of the event). Disclaimer: The NYC Celiac Disease Meetup Group and its event organizers cannot be held responsible for any injury, illness, or negative reaction that you may experience related to an event. Attendees acknowledge and accept that there is always a risk when dining outside of one’s home. It is always up to the individual attendees to do their own research, ask questions, read labels, and make their own decisions regarding where and what they eat. Policies and menus can change at any time, so direct all allergen-related questions directly to the businesses. Please stay home if you are sick, we’ll catch you at the next one!

New York Startup Networking: Real Problems, Real Answers, After Work

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in New York.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-york-startup-networking-real-problems-real-answers-after-work-tickets-1997946239987?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** You don't need permission to enter the startup world. You need one working session. The way into a founding team isn't an application — it's being visibly useful to someone who's stuck. This evening is built exactly for that: founders bring the problems they can't crack, and the room works on them together, five people at a time. **🎯 WHAT YOU GET OUT OF IT** Pricing, first hires, distribution, retention, churn — the things you've already solved at your job are exactly what's on the board tonight. Being the person who unlocks that conversation is how operators end up as co-founders, advisors and first hires. And you bring your own problem too: everyone here is both client and consultant. Yours can be "should I leave my job for a startup" — that's a real problem and the room has opinions worth hearing. **⚙️ HOW THE EVENING RUNS** Everyone submits one problem before the event, so the board is full when you arrive. The room votes, tables form — five people, one problem at a time. Two minutes to explain it, three minutes of questions only, eight minutes while the table works on it out loud and the author takes notes without defending. Halfway through, a second vote: the problems that didn't make the first round get their turn. **⏰ BUILT AROUND A WORKDAY** Doors at 7, structured part done by 9:10, bar open after. Home when you want. **🎤 NOBODY LEAVES WITH NOTHING** Near the end the host asks who still has no answer, and the room finds them a contact — by name, out loud. **🤝 MUTUAL MATCHES ONLY** You mark who you'd work with, we connect when it's mutual, within 48 hours. No cold lists, no awkward follow-ups. **📋 ONE THING IS REQUIRED BEFORE YOU COME** After booking you'll get a three-minute form in our [Mini App:](https://ascentvalley.com/community "https://ascentvalley.com/community") your problem in one line, some context, how long it's been unresolved. Only submitted problems make the board. **👥 WHO'S IN THE ROOM** Product, engineering, GTM and sales operators · solo founders looking for a commercial or product partner · builders exploring their next move · founders with teams who came to solve something specific. Hosted by **Andrew Krylow.** He greets every guest at the door, seats you at the right table, and makes the introductions. WHAT'S GUARANTEED: a curated room, two working sessions, mutual matches within 48 hours. WHAT WE DON'T PROMISE: a room full of investors. Some evenings have angels and scouts, some don't — better you know before you buy. Three rules said out loud: what's said here stays here · we share experience, not advice · switching tables mid-session is normal. Registration required. Contacts saved through the Ascent Valley Mini App inside Telegram — no new account. Ascent Valley — a founder and investor ecosystem across 20+ cities. [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")

Monthly Non-Monogamy Roundtable: Polyamory and Emotional Intimacy

Tech Happy Hour by Startup Grind

This is the monthly Startup Grind tech mixer. It's a low-key way to **connect with the NYC tech and startup community** to discover shared interests, explore areas for collaboration, and find your next co-founder or key hire. ​Join us for a casual happy hour to build real relationships and make friends, not just contacts. **No pitches. No presentations. No agenda.** ​**This happy hour is for:** * ​Startup Founders & Employees * ​Technologists, Developers & Tech Workers * ​Product Managers & Designers * ​Investors, VCs, Advisors & Mentors * ​Anyone curious about the NYC tech scene ​ **Agenda:** * ​5:00 PM: Happy Hour starts. Come and go as you please. ​ We're at the new **[Time Out Market at Union Square](https://www.timeout.com/time-out-market-union-square?utm_source=luma)**. It features a selection of the city's best food and drink together under one roof, offering a wide variety of options to choose from throughout the event. ​**Look for Startup Grind table signs toward the back near the outdoor terrace.**

Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer NYC

**Startup networking event in NYC for founders, investors and tech talent**. Meet builders and connect with Ascent Valley community. Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated startup networking event in NYC Manhattan. Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP:** [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-new-york-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987708214778?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) ***Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.*** **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. 🤝 **What to Expect** **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the NYC Manhattan tech ecosystem **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup. Selected founders will showcase their pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. [Apply by sending your pitch](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) ***Spots are limited and founders will be selected in advance.*** **💼 For Investors** We invite local investors, angels and venture capitalists to join the event. Investor participation is complimentary. After verification, investors receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including: • curated startup introductions • access to our startup digest • access to our platform and founder community [Interested investors can request verification](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FOsbIU0WPT79m90Xy4Q8IqDkaZAydjQ1DGpfYDKhJy7cLA/viewform)

Fun & Games Happy Hour

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-1998699943334](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-1998699943334) (\*Limited # of tickets available for $15 with promo code 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.)* Join us for a fun-filled night of friendly competition, interactive games, and socializing! Throughout the evening, you’ll team up with new people in every round, giving you a chance to connect with everyone while playing exciting games inspired by popular TV game shows. ### **How It Works:** 🍽️ **6:30-7pm** **Pre-Game Socializing:** Arrive early to enjoy food and drinks with fellow attendees (pay as you go). 🎮 **7pm – Game Time:** Get placed into teams of **4-6 people** and dive into different rounds of interactive games. 🔄 **Team Rotation:** After each round, you’ll switch teams and try a **new game**, ensuring you meet and engage with different people throughout the night. ### **What to Expect:** * No need to be a trivia whiz—your team will help! * Games inspired by **Family Feud, Jeopardy Trivia, Name That Tune etc** and more (games vary each event). * A lively, **fun, and social atmosphere** perfect for meeting new people. ### **Event Details:** 💰 **Cost:** $20 General Members / $15 Lifetime VIP Members Includes host fee and private room rental. 👥 **Who Can Join?** Ages 30s+ (98% of attendees come solo, so don’t be shy!) 👕 **Dress Code:** Look your best, but be yourself! To find more fun events: **Follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)**

First Tuesdays - Emerging Entrepreneurs Meetup

We merged with [Beers and Data](https://meetu.ps/c/2xp6j/3pPcv/a)! Excited to bring the Entrepreneurial spirit into this large group of data nerds :) Welcome to the group and check out both postings for this event.

40's & Over Mixer (Drink Specials)

\***TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-mixer-tickets-1996371427681](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-mixer-tickets-1996371427681) (Multiple groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have a good # attending). Join us for an unforgettable evening at the stylish at the stylish heated, enclosed rooftop - the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and meet new friends—all while enjoying breathtaking views. Whether you’re coming solo or with a group, our friendly hosts will be there to greet you and help spark meaningful connections throughout the night. Finally a party where you will meet others your age who are interested in the same things as you. Make new friends in your age group from several social groups at this unique and fun event. How it works: * **Ice breakers that will connect you with others** * **Hosts on hand to welcome and introduce you to others at the event** * **Up to 50 Meetup members coming to mix, mingle, network** * **Fun music played at conversational levels** FAQS: **Is this for singles?** This is for anyone looking to connect with others. We will have one color dedicated to “singles” so you can see who the other singles are. **How many members will attend?** This is a multi-Meetup group event. This page only shows a small portion of the actual attendees. Based on other RSVPs and members who have already prepaid, we will have a good # of members attending! **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 80% attend on their own. **How should I dress?** We just suggest neat casual. \*Limited # of tickets available for $15. Price will go up to $25 as event gets closer. No tix sold at door. To find more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-316399833010](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-316399833010)

40s/50s Smart is Sexy Speed Dating with Thought Provoking Icebreakers

**IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.** **\*This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees** For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995367288273](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995367288273) **Do find intelligence important in a partner? Come meet other like minded people at our Speed Dating event.** **Suggested Age Range: 40s & 50s** *\* Check in starts 15 minutes before event start time so if possible please arrive a bit early.* At this event you will be going on a series of about 7 to 12 mini dates with each date lasting about 5 minutes each. Women stay seated and the men rotate from table to table until they meet each woman. *We will have fun, thought provoking ice breaker questions available to pull out of an envelope on the tables so there will never be a lull in conversation. The questions are also a great way to gauge chemistry with the other person.* You will get a match sheet and at the end of each mini-date you'll indicate whether or not you'd like to see the person again. At the end of the evening you will hand your match sheet in to the event host. If you both select each other, you'll receive an email within 48 hours with the first name and email of your mutual matches. We do not give out names or contact info unless there is a mutual match. Our Speed Dating events tend to attract quality, single professionals who are done with the dating games and ready to meet that special someone. Most people know within a few minutes if they would like to see someone again. *\* Check in starts 15 minutes before event start time so if possible please arrive a bit early.* Get tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995367288273](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995367288273) See more upcoming NYC events at: **[WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](http://www.friendzyevents.com/)**