Workshops, talks, and gatherings to get you out into New York.
Retail AI Council’s Pre-Holiday Mixer will bring leaders from established retailers and scaled DTC brands together to trade holiday strategies, share ideas for Q1, and build connections over food and cocktails. RSVPs will include professionals from companies such as Chanel, Macy’s, CVS, PepsiCo, Brooklinen, and URBN.
Explore eventThe 12th annual Civic Art Lab will take place on October 23, bringing civic art into focus for its yearly gathering.
Explore eventFounders, investors, and startup operators will connect over mocktails and an interactive legal AMA covering fundraising, equity, IP, hiring, contracts, and other early-stage challenges. The session will feature practical startup guidance from Ad Hoc Founders Counsel (Bagchi Law PC), a legal practice focused on founders and early-stage companies, alongside TechBrig, an AI product design and development partner.
Explore eventQuantum + AI 3.0 will unite top researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate leaders, investors, and policymakers to delve into breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and AI, highlighting practical applications and industry impact over three action-packed days.
Explore eventPresented by SOHO International Film Festival and HXR, the inaugural Future Reality AI Film Festival will showcase finalist films selected from more than 1,700 submissions across 60+ countries, spanning narrative, documentary, animation, and emerging forms. The program will feature screenings, Future Reality Awards, and conversations with filmmakers, artists, and industry voices on intentional AI and the future of cinema.
Explore eventAI Builder Night will bring together about 200 developers for hands-on conversations and a panel on building, shipping, and securing AI agents, featuring Marianne Bekker, 1Password’s Director of Developer Relations. Attendees will explore practical agent workflows and credential safety while connecting with builders from communities including Founders Bay, a 250,000+ member network, and The Builder Series, with 60,000+ members.
Explore eventLumara Film Festival will debut boundary-pushing, artist-led AI short films and award prizes across seven categories, including a $32,000 Grand Prize and more than $100,000 in cash. The nominated films and exclusive previews will be judged by a jury featuring filmmakers and creators including Chris White (Backrooms, A24/Atomic), Voidstomper, and FaZe Banks.
Explore event“Dynamics & AI in Action” will explore how organizations can move beyond discussing AI and put it to practical use in their work.
Explore eventA 12-seat dinner will bring founders and operators together for a focused conversation on how AI will shape business and technology decisions in 2026. One table, candid perspectives, and plenty of room to compare what’s ahead.
Explore eventTech professionals will build connections with investors, technology experts, and entrepreneurs, creating opportunities for meaningful networking and collaboration.
Explore eventAngela and Hamza from The AI Furnace (the world's largest AI startup community) will host 15-20 early-stage AI founders for an intimate monthly dinner featuring a 3-course meal, real conversations, and connections with peers tackling similar challenges. The evening will bring together vetted founders alongside sponsors like PwC's Emerging Company Solutions (the #1 provider of tech/software IPO audits among Big 4 firms), Fidelity Private Shares, Ramp, and Niural—all ready to help founders navigate fundraising, equity management, and scaling operations.
Explore eventAI founders from seed to Series A will connect with funders on 29 October at 5 PM, with support from Westminster & Partners.
Explore eventMid-to-senior women in tech will dig into the real talk around building with AI—the thrills, the fears, and everything in between, from seasoned practitioners to newcomers exploring the possibilities.
Explore eventAdvanced quants will dive deep into cutting-edge quantitative strategies and connect with fellow practitioners pushing the boundaries of the field throughout the day.
Explore eventAntoine Jebara, JumpCloud co-founder and former MYKI pioneer in decentralized 2FA and password management, will discuss AI-era identity, access, and security with Noah Landow, Macktez founder and CEO. Their conversation will explore remote-first organizations, encryption, and the challenges of scaling global technology companies.
Explore eventThe AI tech networking mix will bring together startup founders, investors, and innovators to exchange ideas and build connections across the AI ecosystem.
Explore eventThe AI Furnace, founded by AI entrepreneurs Angela Mascarenas and Hamza Zaveri, will bring its global network of 20,000 founders, operators, and researchers to the event. Fidelity Private Shares will contribute expertise in startup equity management, cap tables, and fundraising support.
Explore eventThe NYC Physical AI Workshop and Meetup will bring together attendees for a session co-presented by Nebius and Voxel51 on November 14.
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