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This Week in NYC (Jan 8 2024) - Lunar New Year Sichuan Dinner Party feat. Sorting Hat (Going Fast!), Zero to Funded feat. Seed & Series B Founders, Winter Hike at Mount Ivy, and more!

January 08, 2024

Hey homies,

How’s everyone’s January going? Some exciting events coming up in the first quarter of the year ❄️

⭐ The Future of Tech ⭐ Amex Ventures is partnering with Goodie Nation on The Future of Tech - a month-long virtual program in February featuring sessions on Amex Ventures & partnering with American Express, office hours with Amex subject matter experts, industry discussions and more. We are looking for founders across our investment areas - consumer lifestyle, B2B, and enterprise capabilities. Apply Here! Applications close January 14th, 2024.

Spotlight

Join us in a grand Lunar New Year Celebration, co-hosted by Supermomos and Singapore Global Network! Embrace the festive spirit as we welcome friends from all ethnicities who want to celebrate the diversity and unity of all cultures. This event is set in a Sichuan restaurant in the heart of Chelsea, reserved exclusively for the Supermomos community.

Cost is $25 (Includes Chinese-style dinner, tax, and gratuity). We just posted this event this evening, and are already 30% full. Get your tickets fast before they sell out.

Tables will be pre-assigned by our Sorting Hat algorithm, based on your responses to our fun set of questions that you will answer when you RSVP.

We warmly invite you to be a part of this wonderful Lunar New Year celebration. Gather with Supermomos and Singapore Global Network for an evening that promises cultural richness, delicious cuisine, and the warmth of community. Come dressed in your festive best! Whether it's traditional attire or a modern outfit, let your style reflect the joy and color of the Lunar New Year (Red). There will be a variety of fun Sichuan food to celebrate the new year, so show up with an empty stomach!

Thank you to our co-host, Singapore Global Network, for making all of this happen!

Singapore Global Network: a community also passionate about building connections and creating opportunities, and your friend from Singapore! https://singaporeglobalnetwork.gov.sg/

Come join us to make new connections, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights from Terri Burns during an intimate fireside chat!

Terri Burns currently serves on the NYU Board of Trustees, the youngest member in NYU's history. Most recently, she was a partner at Google Ventures (GV), the youngest partner in GV’s history, focused on investing in digital consumer companies. She led deals in Locker Room (acquired by Spotify), HAGS (acquired by Snapchat), and Partiful, while also participating in board work with companies like Bloom Tech, Kitchen United, and others. She’s a Co-Founder of TLC Investment Collective with portfolio companies including Stytch, SelectStar, TRM Labs, and many more.

This event is made possible by our patrons, Perkins Coie, Bamboo Crowd, Justworks, and 1919 Investment Counsel.

Perkins Coie is an international law firm that represents emerging and growth companies across all stages of their life cycle – from founder to IPO.

Bamboo Crowd is a top-tier tech recruiting partner that utilizes innovative fee structures such as Hire Now Pay Later – contact them today to find out more. Email: [email protected]

Justworks empowers small businesses to meet their payroll, tax, HR, and compliance needs. Plus, 24/7 human support, on-demand expertise, and access to high-quality benefits designed for the modern workforce.

1919 Investment Counsel partners with women to design tailored financial plans and investment portfolios that help them achieve their goals. If you have questions about your financial situation, contact Katherine White, CFP®: [email protected].

The FAANG++ Dinner Party presents an exclusive evening of authentic conversations over dinner, followed by more free-flow mingling by the bar. Set in an elegant venue, the event features tables of 8-10, carefully curated to foster meaningful connections.

The evening kicks off with a sumptuous one-hour dinner. Tables and seating arrangements will be pre-assigned by our Supermomos AI Sorting Hat algorithm, based on your responses to our fun set of questions that you will answer after you are approved. This intimate setting provides the perfect backdrop for in-depth conversations and the forging of new relationships.

As dinner concludes, the event transitions into cross-table mingling by the bar. Here, guests are encouraged to mingle and interact across the floor, and meet other FAANGs++ who might not have been at your dinner table!

The ticket price of $62 includes the cost of the venue, dinner, and a glass of wine, including tax & gratuity, so you will not have to handle payment at the event, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience. There will be a cash bar open all night for those who might want more drinks.

The FAANG++ Dinner Party is more than just a meal - it's an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a special, curated setting meant to foster connections and good fun!

You will receive an invite to the payment link and Sorting Hat Questionnaire only after you have been approved.

Experience an exclusive networking opportunity at the Cornell Tech + Cornell Alumni Happy Hour & Mixer, co-hosted with Cornell Tech, set in a trendy bar in New York City. This event offers Cornellians a unique chance to connect, share experiences, and forge new professional relationships. Verified schools only: You will need a Cornell e-mail address to join!

Supermomos is back with another Gala before it gets warmer!

The Ivy+ League Alumni Winter Gala, presented by Supermomos, is set to be an unforgettable evening of elegance, dancing, and networking among the brightest minds from the world's most prestigious universities. This exclusive event will take place in one of New York City's most coveted rooftop lounge venues. With a panoramic view of the city skyline, the gala promises a magical backdrop for alumni to reconnect, share ideas, and create new memories.

Note: Please RSVP with SCHOOL email

Events this week

This event is set to be an insightful and dynamic event, bringing together some of the global leaders in the marketing world. The event features two exceptional speakers: Stephanie Seow, Head of North America at Love, Bonito (Series C), who boasts a rich history with Zalora ($238M), and Shivina Kumar, the Director of Brand & Communications at Compstak ($78M), with a notable past as the ex-Director of Branding at Wix ($53.5M).

Tue, Jan 9, 7 PM: Mundo Lingo

100s of people from around the 🌎 meet weekly at Mundo Lingo to socialize, have a drink, and meet foreign/local people of all ages. It's chilled, fun, and free. Please remember to bring a valid ID, local or foreign.

Whether you are new to the city or have been in town for a long time, it is always a good idea to meet new people. We are starting this monthly lunch to bring the Singapore business community in New York together.

If you’re tired of swiping and ready for your very own bookstore meet-cute, look no further - Blink Date is hosting a Must Love Books event at The Ripped Bodice, a romance bookstore! The mixer will include a few short n’ sweet readings interspersed with mingling over book-related question prompts.

Thu, Jan 11, 6:30 PM: From Zero to Funded, feat. Seed & Series B Founders Full - Waitlist Available

Join us for an exclusive 2-hour in-person event where you'll learn from three successful entrepreneurs who have defied the odds and turned their startup dreams into reality. Hear their firsthand experiences, gain insights into their funding strategies, and discover the secrets to navigating the entrepreneurial journey from ideation to success.

Thu, Jan 11, 7:30 PM: Supermomos Supper Club at Bengal Tiger Spotlight

Come join the first Supermomos supper club in 2024 for dinner at Bengal Tiger!

Leading your company to benefit from growth in Asia requires awareness about local market features and practical tips on securing your first few customers. Learn from the panelists about how they led GTM and user acquisition in Asia and Singapore in a closed-door, intimate and candid discussion.

Grab a cuppa tea (or coffee if you must), with fellow founders from across the pond.

Inspired by conversations at our recent holiday happy hour, hosting a small group dinner to continue the conversation:
Topic: our identity, lived experiences, and worldview
Who: Small group (6-8) of immigrant, first gen, and X American

Winter highlights!

Fri, Jan 26, 10 PM: Ivy New Year’s Formal

Wed, Jan 31, 12 PM: NYC Investor Roadshow 2024

lalasFri, Feb 9, 9 AM: British Founders in NYC

Sun, Apr 28, 6 AM: NYCRUNS Half Marathon

Never miss out again: Get the app to be the first to know :)

What Happened Last Week

What better ways to spend a snowy Saturday than with Supermomos friends? Friends from Barclays, Morgan Stanley, and more gathered together to have Russian food brunch like Olivier salad, Syrniki, and Napoleon. Big shoutout to the amazing Ira for hosting! ❄️💜

⭐ Never miss another event ⭐Download Supermomos app now to browse more fun events for the upcoming holidays 😀 

⭐ Pro Tip ⭐ Invite the community to join you in activities you enjoy and would anyway do by yourself! (why not get a few new friends with similar interests along the way?) Feel free to pull along fellow momos to join you as co-host/s :)

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

P.S. Feel free to e-mail me at [email protected] if you have cool spaces and initiatives to partner on!