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Techies Give Back at NYU Entrepreneurial Institute, Accredited Investor Mixer, Masterclass with Singapore's Former Ambassador to the US, Mini-Retreat through Shifting Life Seasons, & more!

October 01, 2024

Hey homies,

Before we get to the events, wanted to help a friend check if anyone is looking for a full-time intern for 1 year in 2025 for ~$3k per month! (ideally in product/sales roles) She is taking a gap year to work at a startup. She has SDR experience at a Fortune 500 and other startup experiences 😀 Let me know if you know of any startup that might be interested!

⭐ Announcing our Summer Soiree Giveaway Winners ⭐

Dining Vouchers: Rueya Egemenoglu, HeeJae An, Anatta Tantiwongse, and Deep Pandya (We have one unclaimed ticket and will be picking a new winner to be announced next week if no one reaches out!) + Chopsticks Set: Chris Lu

Huge congratulations to Jennifer, who BAGGED our grand prize: AUPEN’s Nirvana Bag in Black/Noir (same bag carried by Taylor Swift!đŸ€©)

Our epic Ivy++ & FAANG++ Summer Soiree last week was made possible by our generous patrons: Bedelia, Rate Your Date, Minipass, and AUPEN🙏

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Spotlights

Hey homies! We are seeking up to 10 mentors for a Students Meet Startups mentorship event at NYU Entrepreneurial Institute on Oct 29 from 5:45 to 7:45PM!

You could have one (or both) of the following ways to give back:

(1) We will feature you as a speaker to share more about your role, startup, and any reflections, in a lightning talk format, for a group of 50+ high-potential students at NYU & Columbia University.

(2) We will also have a Speed Mentoring segment, where you will lead multiple rounds of AMA with small groups of 4-5 students, to enable as many students to meet you and ask you questions in an efficient manner.

There will also be some time for open mingling over bites and drinks, the opportunity to meet fellow startup operators in NYC, and the potential for hiring some amazing students :)

The ideal mentor profile would work at a Series B+ company (up to unicorn; but not FAANG :) We could be flexible with earlier-stage as well). We would LOVE for us to give back together to the NYC tech community! RSVP to sign up and we will get back ASAP.

Invite & approval only: Venture-Backed Founders or Founders with more than $500K in ARR or Total Funding Raised.

Make new connections with other like-minded Founders and VCs in the early stage or investing in the early stage companies.

A complimentary full, hearty breakfast will be provided. It will be a great time - expect to come away with new learnings, curated connections and conversations, and a full stomach!

We will have a private room to ourselves, where we will also facilitate conversations at your table over breakfast. There will also be time for networking and meeting other Founders and VCs.

Make new connections with other like-minded individuals in or investing in middle-stage companies, co-hosted with EDB Singapore, and Supermomos.

We are featuring Peng T. Ong, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Monk's Hill Ventures ($300M+ AUM), investing in Series A tech founders in Southeast Asia. He was the Co-Founder of match.com, which is now part of the Match Group ($10B+ Valuation; owns Hinge, Tinder, OkCupid, and many more). Peng is also a Chair at Solve Education!, enabling people to empower themselves through education. He is also part of the International Board of Advisors at the University of Texas, Austin.

Peng’s specialties include starting companies, strategy, product definition, software design, engineering, and service operations.

A complimentary full, hearty breakfast will be provided. It will be a great time - expect to come away with new learnings about Angsana's recent SEA Outlook 2024-2034 report, which will showcase SEA's opportunities for fast-growing businesses with practical guidance on how countries can navigate the region.

We will have a private room to ourselves, where we will also facilitate conversations at your table over breakfast. There will also be time for networking and meeting other Founders and VCs for curated connections and conversations, over a full stomach!

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30 PM: Private Fintech Founders Dinner

Founders who have $10-100M+ in revenue or funds raised only.

Make new connections with other like-minded Founders and VCs involved in middle to late-stage fintech companies, co-hosted with Vouch and Supermomos.

A complimentary exquisite dinner will be provided. It will be a great time - expect to come away with new learnings, curated connections and conversations, and a full stomach!

We will have a private room to ourselves, where we will also facilitate conversations at your table over dinner. There will also be time to network and meet other founders and VCs.

Join us for the third installment of our Masterclass series, co-hosted with Singapore Global Network (SGN). Through this series, we plan to feature some of the GOATS (Greatest of All Time) in various fields and have them share their knowledge with New York City’s top industry leaders.

Our third masterclass focuses on Leadership & Diplomacy, featuring Professor Chan Heng Chee, Ambassador-at-Large with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Singapore. The masterclass will include Professor Chan's reflections on the evolving dynamics of global leadership, the importance of diplomacy in navigating international relations, and how strategic leadership shapes responses to global challenges.

After Professor Chan’s masterclass, there will be time for interactive Q&A, followed by networking with other executives and leaders.

Complimentary light bites and drinks will be provided.

More about Professor Chan Heng Chee:

Professor Chan Heng Chee is an Ambassador-at-Large with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore, and an Honorary Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at the Singapore University of Technology and Design. She is also the Chair of the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute and serves on various boards, including the Social Science Research Council and Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Previously, Professor Chan was Singapore’s Ambassador to the United States and Singapore’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. She also held concurrent accreditation as High Commissioner to Canada and Ambassador to Mexico.

Thank you to our co-host, Singapore Global Network, for making this event possible.

Join us for an intimate evening of practical exercises and meaningful connection at HerPath: Thriving through Shifting Work/Life Seasons. This mini-retreat, led by international coach Karen Tay, offers professional women a chance to reflect on their journeys and navigate their career & life transitions with purpose and confidence.

Karen Tay is an international coach with a career spanning leadership roles in the Singapore government and Silicon Valley. She has coached CEOs, CTOs, and executives worldwide. Currently the CEO of Threshold Allies & Founder of Inherent Journey, Karen is also a mother of two and deeply passionate about helping women thrive at the intersection of work and life. After sold-out sessions in Silicon Valley and Singapore, Karen is bringing her expertise to New York City.

Agenda:

5:30 PM - 6 PM: Registration, introductions, appetizers

6 PM - 9:15 PM: Workshop, dinner, building your support network

9:15 PM - 10 PM: Optional additional networking and mingling

This evening will guide you through:

‱⁠ ⁠Reflecting on your career and personal life, learning how to thrive when life seasons shift

‱⁠ ⁠Equipping yourself with practical strategies to manage change with confidence

‱⁠ ⁠Building connections with like-minded women, and creating a supportive network that will carry you through your career & life ups and downs

‱⁠ ⁠Enjoying a delicious dinner while engaging in uplifting activities, including styling advice from Love Bonito to help you feel your best

Whether you’re considering a new direction or seeking to balance your personal and professional goals, HerPath will leave you feeling empowered, equipped & connected for your next chapter.

(Use code Super20 or SGN20 when RSVPing by October 15 to receive $20 off)

Join us for our Accredited Investor Mixer with an in-person panel session focused on building wealth in Real Estate outside of NYC. This event is perfect for investors, real estate professionals, and industry leaders interested in diversifying their Real Estate portfolio through international property investments.

We'll be featuring Anish Malhotra, Founder and CEO of Plotify, (raised $17M+), specializing in real estate investment and technology. With over 25 years of real estate expertise, he has been instrumental in developing a $1 billion product at Bloomberg and a $7 billion product for US REITs at Cantor Fitzgerald. Anish's strategic vision has been crucial in establishing Plotify as a leader in the industry.

We'll also be featuring Conor Doyle, CFA, who leads Investment Management & Strategy at Plotify. Conor specializes in single-family rental real estate, with prior experience at J.P. Morgan, Balyasny Asset Management, and CenterSquare Investment Management.

The panel will be moderated by Jia Chuan (JC) Kwok. JC is a tech policy expert and consultant across social impact and tech industries. JC is also an Asia Society Next Generation Leader, Prestige 40 Under 40 Leader, active angel, venture investor, and startup coach. JC has also amassed a sizable real estate portfolio with several international properties.

There will also be time to mingle with other attendees over complimentary wines and charcuterie boards. Connect with fellow investors and industry professionals and forge valuable relationships in the real estate community.

Tue, Oct 8, 7:30 PM: Badminton in Manhattan  FULL

Put on your athleisure and join us for the second of many exciting badminton socials on the Supermomos platform! We're kicking off with a 2-hour rally session, followed by a chance to refuel with a hearty meal.

This is your opportunity to blend fitness and networking in a dynamic environment. Connect with professionals from tech, business, and finance while enjoying some friendly competition. All skill levels are welcome, so come and join the fun whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game!

We're also excited to explore new activities and expand our number of available courts. Big thank you to the amazing Grant, and if there is enough interest, who knows - we might branch into corporate leagues 👀

In the face of intensifying market demands, AI disruptions, and ongoing social and environmental crises, companies and their leaders are under unprecedented pressure to foster radical innovation and high performance while maintaining sustainable relationships with self, community, and the environment.

Finland, the world’s happiest country, is a leader in service-oriented leadership, offering unique insights into today’s organizational challenges. Rather than relying on internal competition, individual champions, or mechanistic designs of agility, Nordic leadership approaches are characterized by low hierarchies, trust, a no-frills attitude, and respect for humanistic values.

Join us at the Consulate General of Finland in New York for the Nordic Leadership Afternoon, where top experts will share insights on human flourishing, and the new wave of Nordic leadership, and discover practical tools to enhance your business practices.

The evening will conclude with a networking reception at the official residence of the Consul General of Finland in New York by Central Park.

This event venue will have tight security, and non-approved attendees will be turned away.

The New York City Ballet Young Patrons are hosting the Balanchine Black-Tie Ball on Friday, October 4th at Lincoln Center's David H. Koch Theater promenade.

There will be several performances of Balanchine-Ratmansky's works followed by an evening of partying, dancing, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres.

Performances will start at 7:30PM and the party will begin at 9:30PM.

Supermomos has the opportunity to purchase a limited number of party tickets to the invite-only Balanchine Black-Tie Ball starting at 9:30PM. The $105 ticket price here includes the $100 ticket price to the party (includes partying, dancing, drinks, hors d'oeuvres) and 5% payment processing fee. Tickets usually sell out quickly so we will have a purchase deadline of Sep 20.

Supermomos community attendees can meet up after the performance to discuss the spectacle and attend the party together!

Guests are encouraged to dress in ballet-inspired black tie.

P.S. George Balanchine was a Georgian-American ballet choreographer, recognized as one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th-century. Styled as the father of American ballet, he co-founded the New York City Ballet and remained its artistic director for more than 35 years.

Events this week

Mon, Sep 30, 7 PM: Mafia Monday

Summer highlights!

Tue, Oct 8, 7:30 PM: Badminton in Manhattan  Spotlight

Thu, Oct 10, 6:30 PM: Christians in Tech: NYC - Singles Event  Spotlight

Sat, Oct 12, 10 AM: Fall Foliage Hike + Winery

Wed, Oct 16, 6:30 PM: Private Fintech Founders Dinner  Spotlight

Thu, Oct 17, 5 PM: Tech and Finance đŸŒ± Oct Happy Hour

Thu, Oct 17, 7:30 PM: Halloween Supper Club at Beetle House 🎃

Thu, Oct 24, 6 PM: Italian Pitch Night

Thu, Oct 31, 6 PM: Italian Pitch Night

Thu, Nov 7, 3 PM: Italian Pitch Night

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What happened last week

Our community had an amazing time last week at a Finding Product-Market Fit Panel, an Ivy++ & FAANG++ Summer Soiree, and an Astronomy Night! Shoutout to Perkins Coie, Justworks, Bedelia, Rate Your Date, Minipass, Aupen, and Randy for spreading joy throughout our communityđŸ€©

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Signing off from The Yard! (Super good value memberships available starting from $169 per seat - quote SUPERMOMOS VIP)
Edwina