<aside> 💡 **New to VC: Everything I Thought I Knew About VC Changed When I Became a Founder | Tuesday, August 6, 8:30 AM-10:00 AM @ Cooley LLP, 55 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001**
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This event, hosted by nextNYC, features a discussion with former VCs who have become founders, sharing insights on how their views on venture capital have evolved. Attendees include new investors and non-partner VCs, with a focus on underrepresented backgrounds.
<aside> 💡 **Pitch Deck Mastery: Essential Elements for Investor Interest | Tue 8/6, 2:30–3:30PM ET @ Online**
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How do you capture investor's attention as a founder? Learn how to tell your startup's story effectively and address questions from investors.
<aside> 💡 **Entrepreneurs Roundtable 192 | Tuesday, August 6, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM @ New York, New York**
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Join the Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator for an evening of pitches, feedback, and networking. Featuring Naomi Goez from Forum Ventures, this event offers five startups the opportunity to present their ideas and receive guidance from a top investor. To pitch your startup at this event, please apply at: https://forms.gle/GskdgydBf37fw55p9
<aside> 💡 **Startup (Coffee) Grind at The Yard: Gowanus | Wednesday, August 7, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM @ The Yard: Gowanus, 157 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215**
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Join Startup Grind in Brooklyn for casual coffee and conversation with early-stage founders and stakeholders. This midday gathering offers a chance to engage with fellow entrepreneurs and build connections in a relaxed setting.
<aside> 💡 **Pattern Breakers Fireside Chat | Wednesday, August 7, 6:00 PM-8:30 PM @ Orrick, 51 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019**
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​Join DRF, SVB, Orrick and Mike Maples Jr. — a true Seed OG and Partner at Floodgate — as he discusses his new book Pattern Breakers: Why Some Startups Change the Future.
<aside> 💡 **Ignite AI NYC | Wednesday, August 7, 6:30 PM-9:30 PM @ Betaworks, 29 Little W 12th St, New York, NY 10014, USA**
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Ignite AI NYC, hosted by Betaworks and Brady Forrest, features a series of rapid-fire talks by leading technology innovators. Each speaker has 5 minutes to present using 20 slides that auto-advance every 15 seconds.
<aside> 💡 **Female/Femme Founder Yoga in NYC | Tuesday, August 13, 9:00 AM-9:55 AM @ New York, New York**
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Join Exceptional Events for a Studio Vinyasa yoga class tailored for female/femme founders. This session, suitable for all experience levels, offers a chance to focus on mental health and well-being in a supportive community environment. All props and equipment are provided, and the event takes place in a convenient Chelsea/Flatiron location.
<aside> 💡 **Female Founders, Funders, & Friends | Tue 8/13, 6:30–9:00PM ET @ TBA**
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Enjoy a night of good vibes and networking with founders, investors, and creators. All are welcome.
<aside> 💡 **Founding PM & Designer Meet Up | Wednesday, August 14, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM @ West Village, New York, New York**
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This meetup is for early-stage Product Managers and Designers to connect, share strategies, and discuss their roles in startups. Hosted by Exceptional Capital, the event offers beverages and snacks, fostering a supportive community for attendees. The location will be provided upon registration.
<aside> 💡 **Buildings Tech Lab Info Session | Thur 8/15, 1:00–2:00PM ET @ Online**
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