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This Week in NYC - Product Masterclass feat. Nir Eyal (Best-selling author of Hooked), Responsible AI Mini Summit with Microsoft, Winter Hike at Fahnestock State Park, Private Wine-tasting in Greenwich Village, & More!

February 20, 2024

Hey homies,

Hope you guys had a wonderful long weekend 😃 Super fun events coming up by our community: Join Birce from Medtronic for Secrets of the Vine - an exclusive wine tasting experience at a private studio in Greenwich Village 🍷 🍇 And for the hikers among us - join Supermomos hiking guru Kundan from Barclays on a Winter hike at Fahnestock State Park 🏔️ 🥾 Both events usually fill up fast, so sign up ASAP!

We also had a TikTok debut after a long hiatus – check out our first TikTok here! and tag us in your videos 😀 

Spotlight

Join us for the first installment of our Masterclass series, co-hosted by Supermomos and 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 first masterclass is on Product, featuring Nir Eyal, a twice-exited technology founder and best-selling author of the book Hooked - a book that most founders and product management leaders would know about! More on his bio below. The masterclass will focus on how to build habit-forming products. Learn to improve your product’s engagement, retention, and increase word of mouth (the best form of marketing).

After Nir’s masterclass, there will be time for interactive Q&A, engaging with Nir (and getting your books signed!), and also mingling with other founders, product leaders, and executives.

Complimentary breakfast and coffee will be provided.

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

Singapore Global Network: a community also passionate about building connections and creating opportunities, and your friend from Singapore!

Supermomos x Microsoft are bringing together top minds in AI ML for an evening supercharged with insight in the Responsible AI space, featuring perspectives from world-class operators, investors, and founders across the ecosystem.

We will feature a presentation and demo on deepfakes, a panel with top execs in the AI space, and curated lightning talks. It will be a great way to digest what everyone is building and working on in the AI ML and Responsible AI space.

There will be time for interactive Q&A, engaging with the speakers, and also mingling with other founders, product leaders, and executives. Complimentary bites and drinks will be provided!

We have a special opportunity for the Supermomos community to attend a retreat organized and led by the amazing Pauline Brown, for a very curated group of 30 people! She was the former Chairman at LVMH (Louis Vuitton - Moet Hennessy) USA, board member of Neiman Marcus Group, former Partner at The Carlyle Group, author of the book Aesthetic Intelligence, and faculty at Columbia Business School (where she teaches "The Marketing of Aesthetics and Experiences”). While at Carlyle, Pauline also invested in and served on the boards of European sportswear brand Moncler and American beauty brand Philosophy. The list goes on and on and on 😊

This exclusive and intimate experience is tailored to female founders and entrepreneurial leaders in tech, consumer, and finance sectors, who aspire to elevate their brands and catapult their companies to the next level.

Supermomos Exclusive: There will be an exclusive private breakfast with Pauline Brown on the morning of the retreat if we have 15 people join from the Supermomos community. We are generally screening for founders who have at least $1M in revenue or funds raised, and senior executives & decision-makers at larger companies. Apply and we will get back asap.

The retreat will be held in Sintra - the Portuguese Riviera, only 40-minutes from Lisbon, Portugal and an ideal setting to reset, learn, and connect.

Founders & VCs only.

Come join us to make new connections, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights with Ita Ekpoudom and Claire Coder during an intimate fireside chat (see their bio below)!

Ita Ekpoudom is a Partner at GinderBread Capital. GingerBread Capital invests in the next generation of women founders and entrepreneurs leading high-growth businesses. GingerBread Capital helps women gain access to the knowledge, networks, and capital they need to build and scale successful enterprises. Ita was also a recent Venture Partner at Plum Alley ($50M+ AUM), investing in early-stage tech and healthcare companies with at least one woman founder.

Claire Coder is Founder & CEO of Aunt Flow. Aunt Flow has raised ~$20M in venture capital funding to further its mission to make the world better for people with periods, by stocking public bathrooms with freely accessible tampons and pads. They have launched patented tampon & pad dispensers in 30k+ bathrooms, across organizations like Google, Netflix, Princeton University, and 30+ professional sports stadiums. She is also Forbes 30 under 30 and a Thiel Fellow.

Use a discount code SUPERMOMOS15 for Aunt Flow at home period care collection: https://shop.goauntflow.com/collections/at-home

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

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.

Join Supermomos x the Kingdom of the Netherlands (made possible by JP Morgan & Perkins Coie) for a morning filled with insights celebrating International Women’s Day with fellow female venture-backed founders, VCs, and senior execs. There will be time for networking, a panel over breakfast, and facilitated conversations.

We will be featuring awesome women leaders:

  • Dana Sadovnic, Principal at Radian Capital (recently raised a $500M+ third fund), was previously an investor at Bain Capital Ventures ($10B+ AUM) where she focused on financial services and broader B2B SaaS technology investments

  • Maya Ber Lerner, Co-Founder & CEO at Chiefy - B2B software for surgeons (raised $4M+ in funding)

  • Denise Lee, Founder & CEO of Alala (bootstrapped, generating $7M+ in revenue) - an apparel brand launched in 2014 that is building the go-to wardrobe for vibrant women with sophisticated style, while also advancing the dialogue around body positivity and diversity. They distribute in stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue!

There will be a complimentary hearty breakfast at a Michelin-Guide venue, with floor-to-ceiling views of the Manhattan skyline!

Thank you to our co-host, Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York! The Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York, as part of the diplomatic representation in the United States, fosters and strengthens the trans-Atlantic ties between the Netherlands and the US Northeast including helping Dutch start & scaleups expand their businesses into the US market.

J.P. Morgan Startup Banking is a team of former exited Founders, investors, operators and bankers focused on providing wrap around support to Pre-Seed and Seed Founders in New York.

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

The Ivy++, FAANGs, Financiers Rooftop Garden Party, 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: No recruiting is allowed. Only friends-making and networking here :)

Events this week

Tue, Feb 20, 6 PM: Lessons Learned on the Road to Jobs in Tech, feat. Head of AI at FactSet ($18B) and Senior Director at ADP ($100B) Spotlight
Join us for an exciting evening with Kadima Careers hearing from industry leaders about their lessons learned on the road to landing jobs in tech.

Tue, Feb 20, 6 PM: VC & PE Happy Hour
Our typical attendee profile is a mix of VC and PE investors, including GPs & MDs, Venture Partners, analysts, LPs and Family Offices, but all investors are welcome too.

Tue, Feb 20, 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.

Wed, Feb 21, 7 PM: DIY: Decorative Lampshade Workshop
Get your DIY on and make a one-of-a-kind decorative lampshade, sure to elevate your home or office while meeting other creatives and professionals in NYC.

Wed, Feb 21, 6:30 PM: AI founders x founders in NYC
Come hang with some of the founders & funders from the gullie community — we are keeping it casual and small this time, probably 20 pax or so. will update with more details soon, save the date!

Wed, Feb 21, 7:30 PM: Loft Mixer - Cocktails & Tech Ideas
Let's gather together for a casual meeting over drinks to discuss our tech ideas. The meeting will be held in a private loft apartment, providing a cozy atmosphere where we can grab drinks and snacks and chat with aspiring founders about what they are working on.

Thu, Feb 22, 6 PM: Disney and ex-Peloton - Teampulse talks about People management
People Management in the Post-COVID & AI Era. Explore innovative practices with Disney and Peloton experts. Join us!

Thu, Feb 22, 7 PM: Lunar New Year Sichuan Dinner, featuring Supermomos AI Sorting Hat Sold out; Waitlist Available
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.

Sun, Feb 25, 9:30 AM: Winter hike at Fahnestock State Park, Cold Spring NY Spotlight
For our February winter hike, we go to Fahnestock state park which is nestled between cold spring and beacon. We will be hiking through moderate to steep climbs and pass through some cool abandoned farms and also enjoy the amazing views.

Sun, Feb 25, 1 PM: Thai Lunch on the UES
Join us for Upper East Side’s favorite kitchen and cocktail spot

Winter highlights!

Thu, Mar 21, 7 PM: Secrets of the Vine Spotlight

Sun, Apr 28, 6 AM: NYCRUNS Half Marathon

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What Happened Last Week

We had an amazing Valentine’s Day breakfast at a beautiful Michelin Guide restaurant earlier this week, where a very curated group of venture-backed founders, VCs, & CX leaders gathered to share best practices around Showing your Customers some LOVE! Check out what transpired on our IG reel here!

We also hosted 100+ people at our FAANG++ Dinner Party earlier last week, for a great time of new friendships & knowledge exchange within the tech community! We debuted our first custom card game, Yo, Momos! with fun would-you-rather questions and had people vote on the controversial choices 🤭 Shoutout to everyone who showed up on a snowy day and made the night wonderful filled with great conversations and connections. View awesome footage of the night here <3

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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!