🍿 FOMO New York - FOMO Cape Town aftermovie: February 19 - February 25

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Hi New YorkersπŸ‘‹

Did you enjoy last week events, and did some of you have a nice Valentine's Day ❀️‍πŸ”₯? Our FOMO Sundowner Sail during Valentine's Day was magical and beautiful. We received over 90+ registrations for only 38 spots on the boat. Follow our Instagram account @feaorofmissingoutberlin for more behind-the-scenes and event pictures, and stay updated on our latest events in Cape Town. My time is ending, and I will be flying back home next week on Wednesday πŸ’™

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What did you FOMO last week πŸ“Έ ?

Project X CPT Event at a Villa in Constantia, dress code: All White. Organised by local and international students/graduates.

FOMO top picks of the week πŸ”₯

The events below are the ones I would attend if I were in the city this week:

  • Consumer Founders & Investors Breakfast β˜•οΈ | Tuesday, 9 am - Indulge in a curated breakfast with The Z List & Bullish, fostering high level connections among consumer tech founders and investors

  • Brex Supper Club πŸ” | Wednesday, 6.30 pm - Explore the dynamic world of AI startups at an exclusive dinner, fostering connections and igniting innovative ideas in an intimate setting

  • Disney and ex-Peloton - Teampulse talks about People management πŸš€ | Friday, 6 pm - Delve into an insightful discussion with Charlene Brown, a Disney expert and former Peloton leader, exploring modern people management practices in the post-COVID & AI era

The FOMO New York Week πŸ’™ (19.2 - 25.2):
Monday 19th
  • VENUE CHANGE: Not Quite A Book Club - Afternoon at the museum: the MoMA πŸ€© | 12 pm (free) - Embark on an exhilarating art adventure exploring Ukiyo-e masterpieces at Ronin Gallery and contemporary marvels at MoMA

  • Museum + Movie night πŸ˜ | 5 pm - Participate in a night of creative activities with art exploration and the film "Wings of Desire", along with delightful socialising

  • Sofar concert πŸŽΆ | 7.30 pm - Embark on a high-energy adventure at first cannabis-friendly startup hub, where cutting-edge performers and various sounds mix for mind and body bliss

Tuesday 20th
  • Consumer Founders & Investors Breakfast β˜•οΈ | 9 am - Indulge in a curated breakfast with The Z List & Bullish, fostering high level connections among consumer tech founders and investors

  • EDGE: The Future of Fashion Tech πŸš€ | 12 pm - Embark on a transformative journey at the intersection of fashion and technology with Orkids and Threads of Tech, uniting industry professionals, fashion creatives, and tech enthusiasts

  • Meet Here: Mixer @ Shinka Ramen by Send Chinatown Love πŸ‘₯ | 6 pm - Immerse yourself in a vibrant, safe, and judgment-free environment for mingling and community-building excitement

  • VC & PE Happy Hour πŸ» | 6 pm - Ignite collaboration and connections in a dynamic investor environment hosted by 5X startup operator David Yakobovitch, complemented by free-flowing drinks and delectable bites

Wednesday 21st
  • Self Love with Spring Fertility x Little Words Project πŸ’— | 5 pm - Spring Fertility and Little Words Project invite you to a magical evening of bracelet creation, prosecco, and Dr. Nicole Yoder's fertility preservation conversation

  • Loft Mixer - Cocktails & Tech Ideas 🍸 | 5.30 pm - Join a tech-focused networking mixer at a private loft, connecting with aspiring founders to discuss software product development over drinks in a cozy atmosphere

  • Brex Supper Club πŸ” | 6.30 pm - Explore the dynamic world of AI startups at an exclusive dinner, fostering connections and igniting innovative ideas in an intimate setting

  • Junto Founders πŸ”₯ | 6.30 pm - Embark on a transformative journey at an exclusive tech leader and founder series hosted by ex-Google and Facebook product leader Andrew Yeung

Thursday 22nd
  • Meetup: Building a GenAI Organization πŸ€– | 5.30 pm (free) - Embark on an AI journey, delving into cutting-edge strategies for seamless business integration, featuring lively discussions and a hands-on demo

  • AfricaTech NYC February Mixer πŸ€ | 6 pm - Join AfricaTech.Live's exclusive networking mixer to connect with industry professionals, discover tech trends, and engage with thought leaders

  • Docker Compose Community NYC Presents: 2024 State of Compose with Han Yu πŸ€© | 6 pm - Don't miss first Docker's event! Join PM Han Yu for insights on the 2024 State of Docker Compose, networking, drinks, and pizza

  • Founders Social | Supermoon & Station3 πŸ”₯ | 6.30 pm - Enjoy a thrilling exploration of the Web3 realm, mixing innovation, curated GLASS beverages, and dynamic connections for an unforgettable evening

  • Nowhere New York βœ¨ | 7 pm - Dive into the vibrant aesthetics of No Wave's late 70s music scene with Julia Gorton, exploring fashion, iconic musicians, and the downtown Manhattan culture

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Friday 23rd
Saturday 24th
  • Lower East Side Art Walk πŸ’πŸ½β€β™€οΈ | 11 am - Explore the vibrant Lower East Side art scene with Women in The Arts, uncovering the historic neighborhood's iconic galleries from The Bowery Gallery to the New Museum

  • Women in STEM Bookclub: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks πŸ“š | 12.30 pm - Encourage STEM empowerment through a vibrant book club where women discuss leadership, STEM, and workplace challenges

  • Flushing Tech Bi-Weekly Hackathon πŸ€“ | 4 pm (free) - Seize the opportunity to be part of something extraordinary! Join freeform hackathon, where creativity knows no limits

Sunday 25th
  • Startup Folks & Friends - Coffee & Chill β˜•οΈ | 11 am - Connect with ambitious goal-setters in Ace Hotel's vibrant lobby, where dynamic networking over your beverage of choice fuels success

  • The Dinner Table: Live Opera & Wine πŸ· | 6 pm - Dive into an exhilarating 2-hour event, uniting live music, a SantΓ© - led wine tasting, and the enchanting soprano Susannah Hardwick

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