Product Management and AI Social Presentation Style:

Intro- 5 Minutes,
Demo - 10 Minutes ,
Q&A -5 Minutes
Total Duration: 90 Minutes,
Demo # @2pm) EmpathixAI is a full-cycle, AI-powered market research firm. Its core technology, CultureChat, is an AI-interviewer trained by PhD social scientists to conduct deep behavioral interviews at the speed and scale of surveys, allowing companies to obtain deeper insights into their target audiences at a speed and cost previously unobtainable with traditional methods. The company is post-revenue and working with clients including a major US coffee brand, a top 10 US bank, a major defense contractor, a top Medicare provider, and many others.

Demo #2 @3pm) Stream AI: Stream helps you figure out the right career before applying to jobs, personalized to your individual profile. It maps your skills, values, and interests across industries to show where you truly fit, with a personalized 30-year roadmap so you can make better decisions today. In an era of AI disruption, Stream gives you the tools to adapt, evolve, and build meaningful careers in the future of work.

Demo #3 @3:30pm) .Victoria AI is a social network creating happiness via meaningful connections. The app selects and matches users using Gen AI and allows users to connect via a curated event marketplace.

Curious about what’s next in the world of products? Swing by Cre8ive NYC for an afternoon that’s all about building a product or managing aspects of product management. We are rolling out the red carpet (okay, maybe just a really cool demo table) to show off the latest and greatest. These founders from startups will also discuss what tools they use and how they use AI!


Bring your questions, your ideas, and your appetite for something new. Whether you’re a tech explorer or just in it for good vibes, you’ll find something to get excited about. See you there!

aimltek.com

Cofounder

Product Management and AI Social Presentation Style:<div> </div><div>Intro- 5 Minutes,</div><div>Demo - 10 Minutes ,</div><div>Q&amp;A -5 Minutes</div><div>Total Duration: 90 Minutes,</div><div>Demo # @2pm) EmpathixAI is a full-cycle, AI-powered market research firm. Its core technology, CultureChat, is an AI-interviewer trained by PhD social scientists to conduct deep behavioral interviews at the speed and scale of surveys, allowing companies to obtain deeper insights into their target audiences at a speed and cost previously unobtainable with traditional methods. The company is post-revenue and working with clients including a major US coffee brand, a top 10 US bank, a major defense contractor, a top Medicare provider, and many others.</div><div> </div><div>Demo #2 @3pm) Stream AI: Stream helps you figure out the right career before applying to jobs, personalized to your individual profile. It maps your skills, values, and interests across industries to show where you truly fit, with a personalized 30-year roadmap so you can make better decisions today. In an era of AI disruption, Stream gives you the tools to adapt, evolve, and build meaningful careers in the future of work.</div><div> </div><div>Demo #3 @3:30pm) .Victoria AI is a social network creating happiness via meaningful connections. The app selects and matches users using Gen AI and allows users to connect via a curated event marketplace.<div> </div><div>Curious about what’s next in the world of products? Swing by Cre8ive NYC for an afternoon that’s all about building a product or managing aspects of product management. We are rolling out the red carpet (okay, maybe just a really cool demo table) to show off the latest and greatest. These founders from startups will also discuss what tools they use and how they use AI! </div><div> </div><div>Bring your questions, your ideas, and your appetite for something new. Whether you’re a tech explorer or just in it for good vibes, you’ll find something to get excited about. See you there!</div></div>

General Admission

AI Product Management - see 3 startups Demos & network with startup founders

To be shared on approval

The Kickboxing Society marks the first showcase of our real-time, 360° immersive avatar training technology.

World heavyweight champion Rico Verhoeven becomes the first athlete transformed into this MVP prototype, presented within a fully immersive environment alongside his real-time avatar.

The experience demonstrates how responsive avatars, modular training blocks, and motion tracking can elevate any discipline and how this system can evolve, with the right partners, into the future of fitness.

This exclusive experience unfolds in two parts:

💠MVP Demonstration – A 30-minute VIP showcase of the 360° immersive training prototype, featuring real-time motion tracking and avatar-led performance. Sat, Oct 25, 1pm - 5pm

🍸The Power Hour– Sip. Connect. Recharge. Because strength starts with connection. An evening with the creators and innovators shaping the future of fitness. Sat, Oct 25, 7pm - 10pm

You're welcome to register for one or both activities.

SHIFT Midtown

co-founder

The Kickboxing Society marks the first showcase of our real-time, 360° immersive avatar training technology. World heavyweight champion Rico Verhoeven becomes the first athlete transformed into this MVP prototype, presented within a fully immersive environment alongside his real-time avatar. The experience demonstrates how responsive avatars, modular training blocks, and motion tracking can elevate any discipline and how this system can evolve, with the right partners, into the future of fitness. This exclusive experience unfolds in two parts: 💠MVP Demonstration – A 30-minute VIP showcase of the 360° immersive training prototype, featuring real-time motion tracking and avatar-led performance. Sat, Oct 25, 1pm - 5pm 🍸The Power Hour– Sip. Connect. Recharge. Because strength starts with connection. An evening with the creators and innovators shaping the future of fitness. Sat, Oct 25, 7pm - 10pm You're welcome to register for one or both activities.

FUTURE OF FITNESS

Looking to build meaningful connections in an exciting, easy-going setting? Our Supermomos Curated Dinner is more than just a night out – we are launching an exclusive invitation to join our Super Diners Club, a members-only experience that connects curious and open-minded people like you for dinners twice a month, right here in NYC!

Personalized curation process: To make the experience uniquely yours, you will only be accepted into the program if we believe we have the right kinds of members who are a good fit for your dining table! Our October dinner dates will be 
October 8, Wednesday, and October 23, Thursday, 
and here’s what to expect:

Small, intimate group:
 Dinners are hosted in groups of 6 members so that each connection feels natural and personal
Tailored introductions: 
Our team thoughtfully groups you with people aligned to your interests, whether you’re here to make friends, broaden your professional network, or simply expand your social horizons. 
Fun conversation prompts: 
We will have a few interesting questions for you to go through together. 👀
Surprise venue:
 Each dinner is hosted at a surprise restaurant that you’ll discover just 1-3 days before the event. 

If you’re ready to turn these monthly dinners into a long-term experience with new friends and unexpected connections, this club was made for you.

For just 
$24.99/month (cancel anytime)
, become part of an ongoing experience that brings people together, one carefully curated table at a time. You will be able to opt to attend curated dinners twice a month at no cost thereafter. Your credit card will NOT be charged unless you get in.

***As an early member, you will be grandfathered into this price FOREVER. Prices will likely go up in future. Join now and experience NYC in a way that brings strangers together as friends! 

Note: You can always cancel your membership in-app. Go to My Circles > NYC Super Diners Club > 3 dots on the top right corner (settings) > Cancel Subscription

Once cancelled, reapplication to the Super Diners Club will only be possible after 6 months, via the usual application process and at the prevailing membership rate.

Supermomos

Assistant General Manager, New York

You are the cheerleader who believes in everyone’s potential, celebrating every milestone with genuine excitement

The Nurturer/Cheerleader

National University of Singapore

You are the social spark who knows everyone, everywhere, and loves connecting people like pieces of a puzzle

The Connector/Social Butterfly

The Wharton School

Co-Founder & CEO

You are the independent soul who values solitude yet leaves a lasting impact on those lucky enough to connect with you

The Lone Wolf

Nanyang Technological University

Co-Founder & CTO

Deputy General Manager, New York

Looking to build meaningful connections in an exciting, easy-going setting? Our Supermomos Curated Dinner is more than just a night out – we are launching an exclusive invitation to join our Super Diners Club, a members-only experience that connects curious and open-minded people like you for dinners twice a month, right here in NYC! Personalized curation process: To make the experience uniquely yours, you will only be accepted into the program if we believe we have the right kinds of members who are a good fit for your dining table! Our October dinner dates will be October 8, Wednesday, and October 23, Thursday,&nbsp;and here’s what to expect: <ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Small, intimate group: Dinners are hosted in groups of 6 members so that each connection feels natural and personal</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Tailored introductions: Our team thoughtfully groups you with people aligned to your interests, whether you’re here to make friends, broaden your professional network, or simply expand your social horizons.&nbsp;</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Fun conversation prompts: We will have a few interesting questions for you to go through together. 👀</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Surprise venue: Each dinner is hosted at a surprise restaurant that you’ll discover just 1-3 days before the event. </li></ul> If you’re ready to turn these monthly dinners into a long-term experience with new friends and unexpected connections, this club was made for you. For just $24.99/month (cancel anytime), become part of an ongoing experience that brings people together, one carefully curated table at a time. You will be able to opt to attend curated dinners twice a month at no cost thereafter. Your credit card will NOT be charged unless you get in. ***As an early member, you will be grandfathered into this price FOREVER. Prices will likely go up in future. Join now and experience NYC in a way that brings strangers together as friends! Note: You can always cancel your membership in-app. Go to My Circles &gt; NYC Super Diners Club &gt; 3&nbsp;dots on the top right corner (settings) &gt; Cancel Subscription Once cancelled, reapplication to the Super Diners Club will only be possible after 6 months, via the usual application process and at the prevailing membership rate.

Super Diners Club: Curated Dinner with Strangers on October 23rd! Members only - $24.99/month if you are approved

Cool Restaurant in Manhattan

Join in on a circle of ambitious doers and thinkers—and cut past the noise of networking with an evening of conversations that matter. We’ll spend the evening discussing the ideas across industries and culture that transform personal thinking, society, and civilizations. Cut straight to the signal—dig into passionate ideas and build genuine relationships that lead to real community, support, and the great projects that grow from them.

We'll be at a private artist studio for this event. Please be respectful of the space. You will see the address for the event on approval. Please buzz unit #3 when you arrive.
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​BRING
​An idea, question, or artifact that you’ve been obsessing on. What is it and why does it matter?
​(Stuck? Dont worry we’ll have a grab bag of ideas for you to choose from.)
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​SCHEDULE
​6:00–6:15
 — Introductions.
​6:15–7:45 PM
 — Discussion. We’ll explore different ideas as we move through all participants, and give room to get deeper.
​7:45-8:00
 -- Asks & offers, concrete help you need from or can give to the community
​Afterwards
 -- Want to continue the conversation? Break bread together at one of the great local restaurants in the area.
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​Rules
​Come with an open mind. 
Contribute to the conversation.
Respect each other. 
Respect time rules. 
No pitches or selling services.
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​About Cohort
​
“Ambitious people are rare… when you take people like this and put them together with other ambitious people, they bloom like dying plants given water.” 
-Paul Graham

​We're a community of ambitious, passionate, and curious people—founders, creatives, builders, researchers, professionals, operators, thinkers, and more—who believe that when we're surrounded by like-minded people, our ambitions flourish. We provide each other with new ideas, learning opportunities, collaboration, and support that help turn bold ideas into reality.

​NYC is our campus. We hold events throughout the city that help us genuinely connect, explore, and build. We see the city's diversity of backgrounds, ideas, cultures, and industries as fuel for the next generation of great startups, research, art, and more.

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​Questions? DM the host or reply to your invite.

Carnegie Mellon University

cohort.build

Founder

Join in on a circle of ambitious doers and thinkers—and cut past the noise of networking with an evening of conversations that matter. We’ll spend the evening discussing the ideas across industries and culture that transform personal thinking, society, and civilizations. Cut straight to the signal—dig into passionate ideas and build genuine relationships that lead to real community, support, and the great projects that grow from them. We'll be at a private artist studio for this event. Please be respectful of the space. You will see the address for the event on approval. Please buzz unit #3 when you arrive.------------------<h3>​BRING</h3><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">​An idea, question, or artifact that you’ve been obsessing on. What is it and why does it matter?</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">​(Stuck? Dont worry we’ll have a grab bag of ideas for you to choose from.)</li></ul>------------------<h3>​SCHEDULE</h3>​6:00–6:15&nbsp;— Introductions.​6:15–7:45 PM&nbsp;— Discussion. We’ll explore different ideas as we move through all participants, and give room to get deeper.​7:45-8:00 -- Asks &amp; offers, concrete help you need from or can give to the community​Afterwards -- Want to continue the conversation? Break bread together at one of the great local restaurants in the area.------------------<h3>​Rules</h3>​Come with an open mind.&nbsp;Contribute to the conversation.Respect each other.&nbsp;Respect time rules.&nbsp;No pitches or selling services.------------------<h3>​About Cohort</h3>​“Ambitious people are rare… when you take people like this and put them together with other ambitious people, they bloom like dying plants given water.” -Paul Graham ​We're a community of ambitious, passionate, and curious people—founders, creatives, builders, researchers, professionals, operators, thinkers, and more—who believe that when we're surrounded by like-minded people, our ambitions flourish. We provide each other with new ideas, learning opportunities, collaboration, and support that help turn bold ideas into reality. ​NYC is our campus. We hold events throughout the city that help us genuinely connect, explore, and build. We see the city's diversity of backgrounds, ideas, cultures, and industries as fuel for the next generation of great startups, research, art, and more. ------------------​Questions?&nbsp;DM the host or reply to your invite.

Cohort Forum Night — Ideas with Founders, Creatives, Builders, Researchers, and other Thinkers.

The tech giant Apple, lured by China's seemingly inexhaustible supply of cheap labor, spent hundreds of billions of dollars to create the world's most sophisticated supply chain, centered on the People's Republic. This enabled Apple to build the iPhone and other iconic products — in staggering volume and for enormous profit. Yet without intending to, Apple also built an advanced electronics industry within China, only to discover that its massive investments in technology upgrades had inadvertently given Beijing a power that could be weaponized.

In 
Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company
 (Scribner, May 2025), technology journalist 
Patrick McGee
 tells the story of how Apple tied its fortunes to America's biggest rival, transforming both company and country. Drawing on interviews, emails between executives and internal memos, McGee highlights the characters who were instrumental in Apple's ascent, including the Mormon missionary who established the Apple Store in China; the "Gang of Eight" executives tasked with placating Beijing; and an idealistic veteran whose hopes of improving the lives of factory workers were crushed by both Cupertino's operational demands and Xi Jinping's war on civil society. James Fallows called the book "the best on-scene detailed case-study of how the United States and Chinese are intertwined." It was named among the top books of the year by 
The Economist
, 
The New Yorker
, and 
The New York Times
, was shortlisted for the SABEW Best Business Book of the Year Award, and is on the 
China Books Review
 
bestseller
 list.

Register now to hear Patrick McGee talk about the story of how Apple became dependent on China for its manufacturing, and what that means for China’s technology rivalry with the United States. The conversation will be moderated by 
Zeyi Yang
, senior writer at 
WIRED
 magazine. Copies of the book will be on sale, with the author available to sign them.

Leo Bar Happy Hour is happening at the same time! Attendees are welcome to enjoy a 
complimentary Lunar (hard seltzer)
 or purchase a drink at 
Leo Bar
 before 8:30 PM.

This event is presented by 
China Books Review
, co-published by 
The Wire China
.

Speakers:
Patrick McGee
 is a technology writer and the author of 
Apple in China
 (2025). He has been a journalist with
 The Financial Times
 since 2013, reporting from Hong Kong, Frankfurt, and California. McGee holds a B.A. in Religion from the University of Toronto and a graduate degree in Global Diplomacy from SOAS, the University of London.

Zeyi Yang
 a senior writer at 
WIRED
, covering technology and business in China, where he co-writes the newsletter 
Made in China
. Previously, he was a China reporter at 
MIT Technology Review
 and a tech reporter at 
Protocol
. His journalism has appeared in 
Rest of World
, 
Columbia Journalism Review
, 
Nikkei Asia
, and elsewhere.

Asia Society

Assistant Director

The tech giant Apple, lured by China's seemingly inexhaustible supply of cheap labor, spent hundreds of billions of dollars to create the world's most sophisticated supply chain, centered on the People's Republic. This enabled Apple to build the iPhone and other iconic products — in staggering volume and for enormous profit. Yet without intending to, Apple also built an advanced electronics industry within China, only to discover that its massive investments in technology upgrades had inadvertently given Beijing a power that could be weaponized. In&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Apple-in-China/Patrick-McGee/9781668053379" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company</a>&nbsp;(Scribner, May 2025), technology journalist&nbsp;Patrick McGee&nbsp;tells the story of how Apple tied its fortunes to America's biggest rival, transforming both company and country. Drawing on interviews, emails between executives and internal memos, McGee highlights the characters who were instrumental in Apple's ascent, including the Mormon missionary who established the Apple Store in China; the "Gang of Eight" executives tasked with placating Beijing; and an idealistic veteran whose hopes of improving the lives of factory workers were crushed by both Cupertino's operational demands and Xi Jinping's war on civil society. James Fallows called the book "the best on-scene detailed case-study of how the United States and Chinese are intertwined." It was named among the top books of the year by&nbsp;The Economist,&nbsp;The New Yorker, and&nbsp;The New York Times, was shortlisted for the SABEW Best Business Book of the Year Award, and is on the&nbsp;China Books Review&nbsp;<a href="https://chinabooksreview.com/bestselling-china-books/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">bestseller</a>&nbsp;list. Register now to hear Patrick McGee talk about the story of how Apple became dependent on China for its manufacturing, and what that means for China’s technology rivalry with the United States. The conversation will be moderated by&nbsp;Zeyi Yang, senior writer at&nbsp;WIRED&nbsp;magazine. Copies of the book will be on sale, with the author available to sign them. Leo Bar Happy Hour is happening at the same time! Attendees are welcome to enjoy a&nbsp;complimentary Lunar (hard seltzer)&nbsp;or purchase a drink at&nbsp;Leo Bar&nbsp;before 8:30 PM. This event is presented by&nbsp;<a href="https://chinabooksreview.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">China Books Review</a>, co-published by&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__thewirechina.com&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=EW1UC3Vc03CBIFt101PNKuD15bTHlofaZ_qNCoM0ta8&amp;m=ucrEf-upEg1H4vNx4WT4Vel09ONjqMGMqdWU2wAnBAAqYp3j5czgGjhlZUd8QiDd&amp;s=AQzx6EcL2IgHqAUe1oA8Q1WE27ZSJx2UCm3h7udJZn4&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Wire China</a>. Speakers:<a href="http://patrick-mcgee.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(254, 254, 254); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Patrick McGee</a>&nbsp;is a technology writer and the author of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Apple-in-China/Patrick-McGee/9781668053379" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(254, 254, 254); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apple in China</a>&nbsp;(2025). He has been a journalist with&nbsp;The Financial Times&nbsp;since 2013, reporting from Hong Kong, Frankfurt, and California. McGee holds a B.A. in Religion from the University of Toronto and a graduate degree in Global Diplomacy from SOAS, the University of London. Zeyi Yang&nbsp;a senior writer at&nbsp;WIRED, covering technology and business in China, where he co-writes the newsletter&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wired.com/tag/made-in-china/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(254, 254, 254); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Made in China</a>. Previously, he was a China reporter at&nbsp;MIT Technology Review&nbsp;and a tech reporter at&nbsp;Protocol. His journalism has appeared in&nbsp;Rest of World,&nbsp;Columbia Journalism Review,&nbsp;Nikkei Asia, and elsewhere.

Patrick McGee on Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company

Asia Society and Museum

You can build a product that works, a team that executes, and even hit revenue milestones, and still get passed over by investors, ignored by the press, or overlooked by top hires. Why? Because in the VC world, your personal brand as a founder is part of the due diligence.
The reality is: people bet on people before they bet on companies. In 2025, that “first impression” happens long before you step into a room — it’s on your LinkedIn profile, your thought leadership posts, your podcast appearances, your pitch videos, your event keynotes. If you’re invisible, inconsistent, or unclear online, you’ve already lost ground.
 
🎯 Why You Should Attend
Because the best founders don’t just build companies — they build themselves as a brand worth backing. This isn’t fluff. Strong personal branding:
Puts you on the radar of investors before your pitch hits their inbox.
Attracts partners, collaborators, and acquisition interest without cold outreach.
Makes top talent want to work 
for you
 before they’ve even met you.
If you’re raising, scaling, or building something VC-backable, this is where you’ll learn how to own your narrative and make sure the right people are paying attention.
 
🙋 Who You’ll Meet
Founders actively raising or planning to raise capital in the next 12–18 months.
Startup operators who’ve learned branding the hard way — by not having it when they needed it.
Investors and media professionals who know what gets founders noticed (and ignored).
 
🎤 Who’s on the Panel
Ben Sharf
 - Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Platter
Ben Sharf is the co-founder and co-CEO of Platter, a tech-enabled service business helping the fastest-growing ecommerce brands build high-converting, profitable Shopify storefronts.
 
Blaine Davis
 - Co-Founder of Superconnector
Blaine Davis is an entrepreneur and venture capitalist based in NYC. As Co-founder of Superconnector, he's transforming how professionals leverage and monetize their networks at scale. As a General Partner at Mute Ventures, Blaine identifies breakthrough opportunities and backs game-changing founders at the earliest stage.

His journey began in the fintech space, and later, Blaine was a Partner at the NYC-based VC fund Outlander. Blaine represents the new breed of operators and investors who understand that the most powerful investments and assets are people, relationships, and the communities that fuel innovation.
 
Moderator:
Ben Buaron
 - Founder & CEO of Windmill Growth
Raised with the expectation of becoming a lawyer, Ben chose a different path in entrepreneurship. Just weeks before starting law school, he withdrew his admission, lost thousands, and moved to a new city. By day he taught himself to code and by night he bartended to survive. His first fintech startup failed, teaching him the cost of building without market validation, misaligned partnerships, and limited entrepreneurial knowledge. Instead of quitting, Ben doubled down, networking, learning, and rebuilding. His next venture, a marketing startup, landed clients in its first month. Now he shares his journey to help others succeed. 

💬 What We’ll Talk About
Building a consistent online presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and founder-friendly platforms.
Crafting thought leadership content that actually drives investor curiosity.
Leveraging speaking gigs, panels, and podcasts to build in-person credibility.
Aligning your personal story with your company’s growth story.
Avoiding the rookie mistakes founders make that tank their visibility.
 
🤝 Co-Hosted With
Windmill
 
- We turn founder profiles into powerful organic marketing, through strategic content and engagement optimization.
 
GREY Journal
 – Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs (featured on Apple News + Google News).
 
🤝 Venue Partner
The Yard
 - Private offices & coworking spaces for individuals and teams
 
⭐ About Ugly Talk:
Started in 2019, Ugly Talk has been transforming business setbacks into breakthrough “aha!” moments by hosting unfiltered, no-nonsense events where battle-tested entrepreneurs share their raw lessons and insights.
With a growing presence in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Miami, we’ve built a vibrant community of thousands of founders and industry leaders making a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.
Official Website: 
UglyTalk.com
 
🎥 Get a taste of past Ugly Talk energy:





discover GREY

Business

Director

You can build a product that works, a team that executes, and even hit revenue milestones, and still get passed over by investors, ignored by the press, or overlooked by top hires. Why? Because in the VC world, your personal brand as a founder is part of the due diligence.The reality is: people bet on people before they bet on companies. In 2025, that “first impression” happens long before you step into a room — it’s on your LinkedIn profile, your thought leadership posts, your podcast appearances, your pitch videos, your event keynotes. If you’re invisible, inconsistent, or unclear online, you’ve already lost ground.&nbsp;<h4>🎯 Why You Should Attend</h4>Because the best founders don’t just build companies — they build themselves as a brand worth backing. This isn’t fluff. Strong personal branding:<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Puts you on the radar of investors before your pitch hits their inbox.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Attracts partners, collaborators, and acquisition interest without cold outreach.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Makes top talent want to work&nbsp;for you&nbsp;before they’ve even met you.</li></ul>If you’re raising, scaling, or building something VC-backable, this is where you’ll learn how to own your narrative and make sure the right people are paying attention.&nbsp;<h4>🙋&nbsp;Who You’ll Meet</h4><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Founders actively raising or planning to raise capital in the next 12–18 months.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Startup operators who’ve learned branding the hard way — by not having it when they needed it.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Investors and media professionals who know what gets founders noticed (and ignored).</li></ul>&nbsp;<h4>🎤&nbsp;Who’s on the Panel</h4><img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sabir-1-1-300x300.png" alt="Sabir (1)" height="300" width="300" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-sharf-b554a5b3/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">Ben Sharf</a>&nbsp;- Co-Founder &amp; Co-CEO of PlatterBen Sharf is the co-founder and co-CEO of Platter, a tech-enabled service business helping the fastest-growing ecommerce brands build high-converting, profitable Shopify storefronts.&nbsp;<img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sabir-19-300x300.jpg" alt="Sabir (19)" height="300" width="300" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/blainerdavis/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">Blaine Davis</a>&nbsp;- Co-Founder of SuperconnectorBlaine Davis is an entrepreneur and venture capitalist based in NYC. As Co-founder of Superconnector, he's transforming how professionals leverage and monetize their networks at scale. As a General Partner at Mute Ventures, Blaine identifies breakthrough opportunities and backs game-changing founders at the earliest stage. His journey began in the fintech space, and later, Blaine was a Partner at the NYC-based VC fund Outlander. Blaine represents the new breed of operators and investors who understand that the most powerful investments and assets are people, relationships, and the communities that fuel innovation.&nbsp;Moderator:<img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Sabir-38-300x300.jpg" alt="Sabir (38)" height="300" width="300" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-buaron/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(254, 12, 1);">Ben Buaron</a>&nbsp;- Founder &amp; CEO of Windmill GrowthRaised with the expectation of becoming a lawyer, Ben chose a different path in entrepreneurship. Just weeks before starting law school, he withdrew his admission, lost thousands, and moved to a new city. By day he taught himself to code and by night he bartended to survive. His first fintech startup failed, teaching him the cost of building without market validation, misaligned partnerships, and limited entrepreneurial knowledge. Instead of quitting, Ben doubled down, networking, learning, and rebuilding. His next venture, a marketing startup, landed clients in its first month. Now he shares his journey to help others succeed.&nbsp; <h4>💬&nbsp;What We’ll Talk About</h4><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Building a consistent online presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and founder-friendly platforms.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Crafting thought leadership content that actually drives investor curiosity.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Leveraging speaking gigs, panels, and podcasts to build in-person credibility.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Aligning your personal story with your company’s growth story.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Avoiding the rookie mistakes founders make that tank their visibility.</li></ul>&nbsp;<h4>🤝 Co-Hosted With</h4><img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/c0a5f798-ab39-499f-907a-fc3be8d966d4-0-2company_logo-Windmill-Logo-e1755617646340-300x79.png" alt="C0a5f798 ab39 499f 907a fc3be8d966d4 0 2company logo windmill logo" height="79" width="300" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://www.windmillgrowth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">Windmill</a>&nbsp;- We turn founder profiles into powerful organic marketing, through strategic content and engagement optimization.&nbsp;<img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Final-with-Margin-and-white-background-300x113.jpg" alt="Final with margin and white background" height="66" width="174" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://greyjournal.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">GREY Journal</a>&nbsp;– Media partner spotlighting modern entrepreneurs (featured on Apple News + Google News).&nbsp;<h4>🤝 Venue Partner</h4><img src="https://greyjournal.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/the-yard-logo-1-300x176.png" alt="The yard logo (1)" height="176" width="300" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block;"><a href="https://theyard.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">The Yard</a>&nbsp;- Private offices &amp; coworking spaces for individuals and teams&nbsp;<h4>⭐ About Ugly Talk:</h4>Started in 2019, Ugly Talk has been transforming business setbacks into breakthrough “aha!” moments by hosting unfiltered, no-nonsense events where battle-tested entrepreneurs share their raw lessons and insights.With a growing presence in cities like New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Miami, we’ve built a vibrant community of thousands of founders and industry leaders making a profound impact on the entrepreneurial landscape.Official Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://uglytalk.com/?__hstc=149698537.02d3a3067355aeed59c3216c338d3fd4.1743000019871.1757519598121.1757524328707.254&amp;__hssc=149698537.1.1757524328707&amp;__hsfp=24889208" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(254, 12, 1); background-color: transparent;">UglyTalk.com</a>&nbsp;<h4>🎥 Get a taste of past Ugly Talk energy:</h4><iframe class="ql-video" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" src="https://www.linkedin.com/embed/feed/update/urn:li:ugcPost:7333583432737796098?compact=1" height="399" width="504"></iframe> <iframe class="ql-video" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" src="https://www.linkedin.com/embed/feed/update/urn:li:ugcPost:7336390716870299648?compact=1" height="399" width="504"></iframe> <iframe class="ql-video" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" src="https://www.linkedin.com/embed/feed/update/urn:li:ugcPost:7311125345984733184?compact=1" height="399" width="504"></iframe> <iframe class="ql-video" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/moMfGsBPjpE" height="557" width="990"></iframe>

UGLY TALK: BUILDING EFFECTIVE PERSONAL BRAND FOR FOUNDERS

Agenda:
1. Financial Benefits of RE Investment
2. NYC Market Trends
3. Buying Process Overview
4. Co-op vs. Condo vs. House

New York University

SPIRE GROUP

Real Estate Investor and Advisor

Agenda:1. Financial Benefits of RE Investment2. NYC Market Trends3. Buying Process Overview4. Co-op vs. Condo vs. House

Guide to Buy NYC Condo, Coop and House (Pier 57 - Oyster Classroom)

Invite & approval only: 
Founders who have 
$10M–100M+ in revenue or funding

A complimentary exquisite dinner will be provided at an upscale private dining room
. It will be a great time – expect to end the night with new learnings, impactful connections, inspiring conversations with like-minded founders and funders, and a full stomach!

This dinner will feature 
Partner at Index Ventures, Jahanvi Sardana, 
who will be hosting a short AMA session. Index Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm ($15B+ AUM) that has been partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs (like the founders of Wiz, Notion, Figma, Revolut, Roblox and more).

We will have a private room to ourselves, and individually-assigned seating using our proprietary AI algorithms. There will also be a seat change and ample time for mingling before & after dinner, so you'll get to know everyone in the room!

Invite &amp; approval only: Founders who have&nbsp;$10M–100M+ in revenue or funding A complimentary exquisite dinner will be provided at an upscale private dining room. It will be a great time – expect to end the night with new learnings, impactful connections, inspiring conversations with like-minded founders and funders, and a full stomach! This dinner will feature&nbsp;Partner at Index Ventures, Jahanvi Sardana,&nbsp;who will be hosting a short AMA session.&nbsp;Index Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm ($15B+ AUM) that has been partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs (like the founders of Wiz, Notion, Figma, Revolut, Roblox and more). We will have a private room to ourselves, and individually-assigned seating using our proprietary AI algorithms. There will also be a seat change and ample time for mingling before &amp; after dinner, so you'll get to know everyone in the room!

Index Ventures is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1996 in Geneva, Switzerland. Co-founded by Neil Rimer, the firm has expanded its presence to London, San Francisco, and New York City, reflecting its global reach.

The firm offers investment services across various stages of company development, from seed funding to IPO. Its recent initiative, Index Origin, combines the focus of a dedicated seed fund with the resources of a multi-stage global firm, enabling it to support startups from their earliest stages. Index Ventures has collaborated with notable digital companies such as Figma, Wiz, Roblox, and Notion, and maintains a diverse portfolio of over 140 companies across different sectors and geographies.

Partner

October Private Founders Dinner feat. Partner at Index Ventures

It's time to 
go beyond the deck and see the best live tech
 from New York's emerging startups. 

Welcome to a pitch event with a twist. We skip the fluff and focus on what matters: 
a live look at real products.

This pitch & demo showcase gives you a first look at new technology from startups that are actively building and shipping product — 
sometimes even before VCs have seen them!

The format is fast-paced and interactive. After each demo, the floor is open for questions, ideas, and honest feedback from the community.

We welcome investors who want an unfiltered look at new technology and early-stage teams. 

📅 Date: Thursday, October 16th
🕓 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Yard: Herald Square
📑 Founders: 
Sign up here to pitch
 
at an upcoming event

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Startups ready to demo a real product and get honest feedback
Engineers, PMs, and designers who love seeing new tech in action
Investors looking for a ground-floor, early look at local startups
Anyone in the NYC tech scene who wants to connect with and support the people building things

AGENDA
5:30 PM: Doors Open & Networking
6:00 PM: Startup Pitches & Demos with Audience Q&A
7:00 PM: Meet the Presenting Startups

This is not a competition
 -- it's an opportunity for founders to showcase their projects, exchange insights, and receive constructive feedback from founder peers.

PITCH FORMAT
Pitch & Demo - 5 minutes
Audience Q&A - 5 minutes
Pitch deck AND product demo are required

University of North Texas

Startup Grind

Executive Director

It's time to go beyond the deck and see the best live tech from New York's emerging startups.&nbsp; Welcome to a pitch event with a twist. We skip the fluff and focus on what matters: a live look at real products. This pitch &amp; demo showcase gives you a first look at new technology from startups that are actively building and shipping product&nbsp;— sometimes even before VCs have seen them! The format is fast-paced and interactive. After each demo, the floor is open for questions, ideas, and honest feedback from the community. We welcome investors who want an unfiltered look at new technology and early-stage teams.&nbsp; <ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">📅 Date: Thursday, October 16th</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">🕓 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">📍 Venue: The Yard: Herald Square</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">📑 Founders: <a href="https://forms.gle/A7LsswmLwwrQi3Jh7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 41, 69); background-color: transparent;">Sign up here to pitch</a>&nbsp;at an upcoming event</li></ul> WHO SHOULD ATTEND<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Startups ready to demo a real product and get honest feedback</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Engineers, PMs, and designers who love seeing new tech in action</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Investors looking for a ground-floor, early look at local startups</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Anyone in the NYC tech scene who wants to connect with and support the people building things</li></ul> AGENDA<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">5:30 PM:&nbsp;Doors Open &amp; Networking</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">6:00 PM:&nbsp;Startup Pitches &amp; Demos with Audience Q&amp;A</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">7:00 PM: Meet the Presenting Startups</li></ul> This is not a competition -- it's an opportunity for founders to showcase their projects, exchange insights, and receive constructive feedback from founder peers. PITCH FORMAT<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Pitch &amp; Demo - 5 minutes</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Audience Q&amp;A - 5 minutes</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Pitch deck AND product demo are required</li></ul>

The Startup Pitch: Demo Showcase

The Yard: Herald Square Coworking Office Space Manhattan

Tech Gather NYC is a mixer for anyone and everyone in NYC Tech.

New to Tech? Welcome!
15 years in? Come on down!
Just got to the city? Get to know the techies here!
Been here forever? Grab your "Pizza Rat" headband and welcome the newbies.

Be you Product, UI, Coder or Solutions or any of the buzz terms our industry throws out there, come unwind at a chill Irish pub on Fulton with cheap drinks and stay for a top-notch (free!) karaoke session next door.

Did I mention the whole thing is free?

techgathernyc.com

Tech Gather NYC is a mixer for anyone and everyone in NYC Tech. New to Tech? Welcome!15 years in? Come on down!Just got to the city? Get to know the techies here!Been here forever? Grab your "Pizza Rat" headband and welcome the newbies. Be you Product, UI, Coder or Solutions or any of the buzz terms our industry throws out there, come unwind at a chill Irish pub on Fulton with cheap drinks and stay for a top-notch (free!) karaoke session next door. Did I mention the whole thing is free?

Tech Gather NYC October Meetup

The Irish American Pub

We’re excited to announce the 
Fall 2025 Korean Deeptech October Pitch Showcase in partnership with Pen Ventures, KISED, and Elpis Labs
, and the Fall Cohort is truly impressive with 
9 cutting-edge Korean startups
 who are CES award winners, partners with Fortune 500, and millions in traction 
to showcase their companies
 to an exclusive room of investors, angels, and ecosystem leaders.

Attendees are 
top venture capitalists, ecosystem builders, and corporate leaders
 — all looking to back the next wave of global innovation.

Why Attend

Live pitches from global-ready startups
 in AI, robotics, healthtech, and beauty.
Meet the judges
: leading investors and operators shaping the NYC ecosystem.
Network with New York’s boldest community
 of founders, angels, VCs, and tech insiders.
Be the first to discover the 
next unicorns from Korea’s innovation pipeline.

Presenting Companies

Each company is already scaling with traction in Korea, the Middle East, and Asia — and now setting their sights on the U.S.:

Seoul Dynamics
 – 
Tyranno
, a modular robot replacing forklifts, cranes, and trucks, already used by Hyundai and Samsung. 
Mofin
 – 
Quantmo.AI
, an AI-driven investment platform that filters market noise and executes trades automatically, CES Innovation Award winner. 
Movements Inc
 – 
Digital Twin X
, real-time 3D mapping of underground infrastructure to prevent leaks, accidents, and costly errors. 
SLZ
– 
ROUTi-AI
, AI-based automation of factory pipe routing, reducing weeks of engineering work to hours, already used by Samsung. 
WEFLO
 – 
AI-powered drone inspection pads
, spotting defects in under a minute for aerospace, logistics, and air mobility. 
Morphing I
 – 
Morphing-BOT
, a self-driving robot that inspects underground pipes using AI, cutting costs and improving safety. 
PhyxUp
 – 
AI-powered rehabilitation platform
 for remote monitoring, risk prediction, and automated insurance claims, with active U.S. contracts. 
Freshbell
 – 
Collagen jelly sticks
 sold via Costco, Amazon, and major retailers, driving the ingestible beauty trend. 
EXHealthcare
 – 
dermaFIT
, a topical cream boosting muscle retention naturally, a simple alternative to protein supplements. 
Motioncare Company 
– MotionCare developed a smart rehabilitation system that helps patients recover from surgery or injury using motion sensors and real-time feedback software.

Agenda:

​​6:00 PM – Registration
6:15 PM – Opening Remarks & Program Overview
6:20 PM – Startup Pitches
7:30 PM – Networking

About the KSC Program

7-week accelerator program in New York City starting this Fall, designed for post-revenue startups in applied AI and robotics led by Korean founders. 

The program supports founders as they establish a presence in the U.S. market, with a focus on go-to-market strategy, legal frameworks (including IP protection and contracts), corporate partnerships, and fundraising.

Participating startups will engage in hands-on workshops, expert-led sessions, and curated networking events to accelerate their U.S. expansion and build lasting connections across the innovation ecosystem.

🎟 
Limited spots. Secure your seat now.

📩 Media & partnerships: 
info@elpislabs.vc

Elpis Labs

We’re excited to announce the Fall 2025 Korean Deeptech October Pitch Showcase in partnership with Pen Ventures, KISED, and Elpis Labs, and the Fall Cohort is truly impressive with 9 cutting-edge Korean startups&nbsp;who are CES award winners, partners with Fortune 500, and millions in traction to showcase their companies&nbsp;to an exclusive room of investors, angels, and ecosystem leaders. Attendees are top venture capitalists, ecosystem builders, and corporate leaders&nbsp;— all looking to back the next wave of global innovation. Why Attend <ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Live pitches from global-ready startups&nbsp;in AI, robotics, healthtech, and beauty.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Meet the judges: leading investors and operators shaping the NYC ecosystem.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Network with New York’s boldest community&nbsp;of founders, angels, VCs, and tech insiders.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Be the first to discover the next unicorns from Korea’s innovation pipeline.</li></ul> Presenting Companies Each company is already scaling with traction in Korea, the Middle East, and Asia — and now setting their sights on the U.S.: <ol style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Seoul Dynamics&nbsp;– Tyranno, a modular robot replacing forklifts, cranes, and trucks, already used by Hyundai and Samsung. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Mofin&nbsp;– <a href="http://quantmo.ai/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(135, 78, 247);">Quantmo.AI</a>, an AI-driven investment platform that filters market noise and executes trades automatically, CES Innovation Award winner. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Movements Inc&nbsp;– Digital Twin X, real-time 3D mapping of underground infrastructure to prevent leaks, accidents, and costly errors. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">SLZ– ROUTi-AI, AI-based automation of factory pipe routing, reducing weeks of engineering work to hours, already used by Samsung. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">WEFLO&nbsp;– AI-powered drone inspection pads, spotting defects in under a minute for aerospace, logistics, and air mobility. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Morphing I&nbsp;– Morphing-BOT, a self-driving robot that inspects underground pipes using AI, cutting costs and improving safety. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">PhyxUp&nbsp;– AI-powered rehabilitation platform&nbsp;for remote monitoring, risk prediction, and automated insurance claims, with active U.S. contracts. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Freshbell&nbsp;– Collagen jelly sticks&nbsp;sold via Costco, Amazon, and major retailers, driving the ingestible beauty trend. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">EXHealthcare&nbsp;– dermaFIT, a topical cream boosting muscle retention naturally, a simple alternative to protein supplements. </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Motioncare Company –&nbsp;MotionCare developed a smart rehabilitation system that helps patients recover from surgery or injury using motion sensors and real-time feedback software.</li></ol> Agenda: ​​6:00 PM – Registration6:15 PM – Opening Remarks &amp; Program Overview6:20 PM – Startup Pitches7:30 PM – Networking About the KSC Program 7-week accelerator program in New York City starting this Fall, designed for post-revenue startups in applied AI and robotics led by Korean founders. The program supports founders as they establish a presence in the U.S. market, with a focus on go-to-market strategy, legal frameworks (including IP protection and contracts), corporate partnerships, and fundraising. Participating startups will engage in hands-on workshops, expert-led sessions, and curated networking events to accelerate their U.S. expansion and build lasting connections across the innovation ecosystem. 🎟 Limited spots. Secure your seat now. 📩 Media &amp; partnerships: <a href="https://mailto:info@elpislabs.vc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(135, 78, 247);">info@elpislabs.vc</a>

KSC Fall 2025 Korean Deeptech October Pitch Showcase

1301 6th Ave 42nd floor

VSQ Showcase Lounge 
– K Dash New York
Event Overview
Step into a relaxed, New York-style showcase where 
Korean startups and brands meet local communities, global companies, and diverse cultural communities in New York.

K-Dash New York
 is not a one-way showcase—it’s a two-way, three-way, and even multi-way collaboration, bringing together Korean startups, brands and artists and New York’s local and global communities to connect, share, and co-create.

It’s 
more than a presentation
—it’s a space for 
genuine global x local collaboration
 and new opportunities.

Exhibit
 – Collaboration with Korean brands and diverse communities
Meetings
 – Networking with local organizations and global partners
Experience
 – Wellness, sports, and immersive content showcases
Why Attend?
Bridge Across Markets
 – Connect Korea’s enterprises with New York’s dynamic and diverse ecosystem.
 
Discover New Possibilities
 – Explore synergies, business ideas, and cross-cultural collaborations.
 
Interactive & Mixed Experience
 – Engage directly with diverse audiences in a vibrant, two-way lounge environment.
Featured Industries & Startups
Industries:
 Culture, Contents, Clothing, Sports, CPG
 
Participating K Dash Startups & Brands:
HAOR BY OUWR
Studio AROK
KOA
ONGOT
12 Months Episode
Geumdanje (Art Living)
Liu & Biu
UNIFORMED
OpenWall:
 Curated art experiences for everyday life
CUZ:
 Immersive media content & interactive storytelling. and premier of visual meditation
Clavata:
 Zammy AI, award-winning AI content solution
Studio Free Illusion:
 AI filmmaking pioneer
TABLE TIMES by MANMANHAN Inc.:
 Eco-friendly MICE planning & operations partner
Showcase Highlights
Exhibit in the lounge
Haor by Ouwr
Clavata AI Innovation
Studio Free Illusion Showcase
Meeting Rooms
Round Table with BulkMagic
African Meeting 
MOU Ceremony
Experience
SGLabs Golf Showcase (G-GRIP, CES 2025 Innovation Award)
Wellness & Interactive Media Experiences by CUZ
Networking & Collaboration
Mix & Match: Bring together Korean companies and brands with 
New York’s local, Indian, African, Filipino, and other global communities
.
Collaborative Platform: Not just showcasing products—
creating opportunities for two-way partnerships, collaborations, and growth
.
Center of New York City: Engage in a vibrant, interactive lounge environment with additional tables from local communities.
Join Us!
Where 
connections happen
. Discover, collaborate, and co-create at the 
VSQ Showcase Lounge – K-Dash New York
.

About 
VentureSquare
Investing & Accelerating Startups
 VentureSquare has supported and incubated hundreds of startups, with several portfolio companies successfully going public (IPO). As an accelerator, it provides programs that help startups grow and connect with global opportunities.

A Leading and Established Startup Media
 In addition to investment, VentureSquare is one of Korea’s most established and dynamic startup media platforms—delivering ecosystem news, key interviews, and insights. Recently, it has expanded globally with activities in New York and operates the 
VSQ Showcase Lounge
, connecting Korean startups with local and global communities.

About 
bcdW Magazine
Creative Business Media Connecting the Dots
 bcdW Magazine is a creative business magazine with a mission to connect the dots of business across the world. It focuses on concepting cases that lead action and highlight how ideas turn into impactful initiatives.

Adding Value Through Projects
 As part of its “adding value projects,” bcdW Magazine has launched 
A-TO-A Connect
, a stage guided by the slogan 
“Here meets there – global idea, local impact, better city.”
 A-TO-A Connect began in New York and is building its very first chapter in the city, connecting local communities with global initiatives.
Another key initiative is 
Project SIM Eternal City
, a creative platform envisioning future urban possibilities.

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Explore More Opportunities
Featured Partner Event | A-TO-A Connect Stage
📍 Location:
 Fount Studios | 
421 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019
 
🗓 Date & Time:
 5 pm to 10 pm on the 15th of October
 
🔗 Registration & Info:
 
https://luma.com/45emlejx

The 
A-TO-A Connect Stage
 is a dynamic platform where 
local New York voices meet global perspectives
. Through storytelling, dialogue, and interactive sessions, this stage highlights 
real issues, solutions, and opportunities
, connecting local communities with global initiatives.
Unlike traditional panels, A-TO-A Connect Stage emphasizes 
action-driven discussions
, enabling attendees to take tangible steps toward collaboration.
Hosted By
A-TO-A Connect presented by bcdW Magazine
 
Here meets There - Global Ideas Local Impact Better New York 
 
To 
connect local New York communities with global initiatives
 directly, creating actionable solutions for social, economic, and cultural challenges.
Why Attend?
Global & Local Voices:
 Hear firsthand stories from local leaders, expats, and global organizations based in NYC.
Collaborative Opportunities:
 Engage with speakers and participants to explore partnerships and solutions.
Action-Oriented:
 Sessions encourage 
follow-up projects, networking, and collaborations
 beyond the stage.

Want to see the full plan?
 Check out the Google Slides for all the details. 
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WOz4883mDZ2Uc-sqpmNsrKVXpq1yHTarRKyrmtA5hWA/edit?usp=sharing

⚡ 
Don’t just watch change—be part of it. 
A-TO-A Connect Stage is waiting for your connection.

bcdW Magazine

Editor-in-chief / publisher

VentureSquare

Investor

BigC.Works

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<h1>VSQ Showcase Lounge </h1><h1>– K Dash New York</h1><h2>Event Overview</h2>Step into a relaxed, New York-style showcase where Korean startups and brands meet local communities, global companies, and diverse cultural communities in New York. K-Dash New York is not a one-way showcase—it’s a two-way, three-way, and even multi-way collaboration, bringing together Korean startups, brands and artists and New York’s local and global communities to connect, share, and co-create. It’s more than a presentation—it’s a space for genuine global x local collaboration and new opportunities. <ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Exhibit – Collaboration with Korean brands and diverse communities</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Meetings – Networking with local organizations and global partners</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Experience – Wellness, sports, and immersive content showcases</li></ul><h2>Why Attend?</h2><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Bridge Across Markets – Connect Korea’s enterprises with New York’s dynamic and diverse ecosystem.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"> Discover New Possibilities – Explore synergies, business ideas, and cross-cultural collaborations.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;"> Interactive &amp; Mixed Experience – Engage directly with diverse audiences in a vibrant, two-way lounge environment.</li></ul><h2>Featured Industries &amp; Startups</h2><h3>Industries: Culture, Contents, Clothing, Sports, CPG</h3> Participating K Dash Startups &amp; Brands:<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">HAOR BY OUWR</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">Studio AROK</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">KOA</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">ONGOT</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">12 Months Episode</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">Geumdanje (Art Living)</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">Liu &amp; Biu</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;" class="ql-indent-1">UNIFORMED</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">OpenWall:&nbsp;Curated art experiences for everyday life</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">CUZ:&nbsp;Immersive media content &amp; interactive storytelling. and premier of visual meditation</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Clavata:&nbsp;Zammy AI, award-winning AI content solution</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Studio Free Illusion:&nbsp;AI filmmaking pioneer</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">TABLE TIMES by MANMANHAN Inc.:&nbsp;Eco-friendly MICE planning &amp; operations partner</li></ul><h2>Showcase Highlights</h2>Exhibit in the lounge<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Haor by Ouwr</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Clavata AI Innovation</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Studio Free Illusion Showcase</li></ul>Meeting Rooms<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Round Table with BulkMagic</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">African Meeting&nbsp;</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">MOU Ceremony</li></ul>Experience<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">SGLabs Golf Showcase (G-GRIP, CES 2025 Innovation Award)</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Wellness &amp; Interactive Media Experiences by CUZ</li></ul><h2>Networking &amp; Collaboration</h2><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Mix &amp; Match: Bring together Korean companies and brands with New York’s local, Indian, African, Filipino, and other global communities.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Collaborative Platform: Not just showcasing products—creating opportunities for two-way partnerships, collaborations, and growth.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Center of New York City: Engage in a vibrant, interactive lounge environment with additional tables from local communities.</li></ul><h3>Join Us!</h3>Where connections happen. Discover, collaborate, and co-create at the VSQ Showcase Lounge – K-Dash New York. <h2>About <a href="https://VentureSquare.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">VentureSquare</a></h2>Investing &amp; Accelerating Startups VentureSquare has supported and incubated hundreds of startups, with several portfolio companies successfully going public (IPO). As an accelerator, it provides programs that help startups grow and connect with global opportunities. A Leading and Established Startup Media In addition to investment, VentureSquare is one of Korea’s most established and dynamic startup media platforms—delivering ecosystem news, key interviews, and insights. Recently, it has expanded globally with activities in New York and operates the VSQ Showcase Lounge, connecting Korean startups with local and global communities. <h2>About <a href="https://bigc.works" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bcdW Magazine</a></h2>Creative Business Media Connecting the Dots bcdW Magazine is a creative business magazine with a mission to connect the dots of business across the world. It focuses on concepting cases that lead action and highlight how ideas turn into impactful initiatives. Adding Value Through Projects As part of its “adding value projects,” bcdW Magazine has launched <a href="https://A-TO-A.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A-TO-A Connect</a>, a stage guided by the slogan “Here meets there – global idea, local impact, better city.” A-TO-A Connect began in New York and is building its very first chapter in the city, connecting local communities with global initiatives.Another key initiative is <a href="https://www.simeternal.city" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Project SIM Eternal City</a>, a creative platform envisioning future urban possibilities. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------<h1>Explore More Opportunities</h1><h2>Featured Partner Event | A-TO-A Connect Stage</h2>📍 Location:&nbsp;Fount Studios |&nbsp;421 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019 🗓 Date &amp; Time: 5 pm to 10 pm on the 15th of October 🔗 Registration &amp; Info: <a href="https://luma.com/45emlejx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://luma.com/45emlejx</a> The A-TO-A Connect Stage is a dynamic platform where local New York voices meet global perspectives. Through storytelling, dialogue, and interactive sessions, this stage highlights real issues, solutions, and opportunities, connecting local communities with global initiatives.Unlike traditional panels, A-TO-A Connect Stage emphasizes action-driven discussions, enabling attendees to take tangible steps toward collaboration.<h3>Hosted By</h3>A-TO-A Connect presented by bcdW Magazine&nbsp;<ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Here meets There - Global Ideas Local Impact Better New York&nbsp; </li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">To connect local New York communities with global initiatives directly, creating actionable solutions for social, economic, and cultural challenges.</li></ul><h3>Why Attend?</h3><ul style="margin: 0px;"><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Global &amp; Local Voices: Hear firsthand stories from local leaders, expats, and global organizations based in NYC.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Collaborative Opportunities: Engage with speakers and participants to explore partnerships and solutions.</li><li style="padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px;">Action-Oriented: Sessions encourage follow-up projects, networking, and collaborations beyond the stage.</li></ul> Want to see the full plan? Check out the Google Slides for all the details.&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WOz4883mDZ2Uc-sqpmNsrKVXpq1yHTarRKyrmtA5hWA/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WOz4883mDZ2Uc-sqpmNsrKVXpq1yHTarRKyrmtA5hWA/edit?usp=sharing</a> ⚡ Don’t just watch change—be part of it. A-TO-A Connect Stage is waiting for your connection.

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