Business Breakfasts New York

Brunch Social: Make New Friends

**Join the New York Lunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over lunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** https://web.groupvibe.com/club?mode=lunch We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on Meetup.com is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

From Idea to Action

### **PASS IT ON: From Idea to Action** **Wednesday, October 28 • 7:00 PM • Whitestone, NY** Do you have an idea for a business, ministry, product, service, or project—but you're not sure what your next step should be? Or maybe you've already built something but you're stuck trying to take it to the next level. Join us for the second gathering of **Pass It On Christian Business Fellowship**. This month's theme: ### **FROM IDEA TO ACTION** We'll walk through a practical roadmap for taking something from: **Idea → Plan → Action → Launch → Growth → Impact** We'll use the actual development of **Pass It On** as one of our case studies and then give attendees the opportunity to work through their own ideas. We'll also introduce our **Pass It On Hot Seat**, where members can share a real business challenge and allow the community to help with ideas, experience, resources, referrals, and connections. Come prepared to answer one question: ### **What are you building?** Bring your business cards. Bring your ideas. Bring your challenges. Bring your experience. And most importantly: ### **Come prepared not only to receive—but to help someone else.** **One Faith. One Purpose. One Body.** **Blessed to Be a Blessing.** ### **Give. Sharpen. Grow. Pass It On.**

The Business of WE 11th Annual Entrepreneur Summit

### **LIVE IN NEW YORK CITY. BECAUSE BEING IN THE ROOM MATTERS!** ### **The Business of WE Celebrates its 11th Annual Entrepreneur Summit on MONDAY, OCTOBER 26th, 2026, in FiDi NYC.** ### **Spend a productive MONDAY with us, and join 200+ entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners for a full day of insights, connections, and strategies to help you grow and scale your business in today's rapidly changing marketplace. Topics include AI, Marketing, Finance & Growth Strategies.** ***... You don't need more confusion and overwhelm... You need concise information, RAPID-FIRE implementation strategies, and a strong network to grow with! Business professionals understand the importance of 'showing up' and the value of connecting organically to build strong relationships. Be part of the action and join our 11th annual Small Business and Entrepreneur Summit!*** Our annual B2B event, **open to both men and women**, equips entrepreneurs with strategies to thrive in today's evolving business landscape and offers maximum ​networking opportunities that double as an all-day business mastermind in the heart of New York City. ***We fully expect this event to sell out quickly. SECURE YOUR SEAT AT THE TABLE TODAY!*** **INVESTMENT: *Full-Day Access - includes workbook, breakfast, and lunch*** **Non\-Members: $297 \| Members: Included in your Annual Membership** DISCOUNT CODE: MEETUP2026\* CONNECT AND EXPERIENCE THE FULL DAY: ARRIVE EARLY! * 8:30:00am-9:00am: Registration Doors Open & Check-in Begins * 9:00am-10:00am: Networking, Breakfast & Vendor Floor * 10:00am - 1:00pm: Morning Speaking Sessions, Panel Discussions & Mastermind * 1:00pm - 2:00pm: LUNCH BREAK & NETWORKING * 2:00pm - 5:00pm: Afternoon Speaking Sessions, Panel Discussions & Mastermind * 5:00pm - 6:00pm: Networking Mixer *Note: No walk-in admissions available. You must be registered in advance (registration closes 24 hours prior). A photo ID is required to enter the building. For integrity and capacity, please register before the virtual door closes 24 hours before the event.* ***\*By registering for the event, you commit to attending the full day. Your participation is an integral part of the roundtable conversations and mastermind experience. Maximize your time, investment, and relationship-building efforts.*** **SPONSORSHIP, SPEAKING & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!** **REGISTRATION: https://bizofwesummit.eventbrite.com/** \*\*EVENTBRITE DISCOUNT CODE: MEETUP2026\*\* **____________________________________________________________________________________** At The Business of WE Summit, you INVEST IN YOU for the future of your business. Get ready to receive concise content and RAPID-FIRE information from our amazing line-up of industry expert speakers. Activate your business goals and strategic action plan at our **roundtable mastermind discussions.** Curated to address the issues most relevant to today’s business minds from the BEST AND BRIGHTEST in business leadership today! Stimulating new ways of thinking and provoking inspired action among our community and attendees - our participants understand what it takes for minority-owned businesses to break through the barriers of sustainable growth. **Activate Your Strategic Action Plan, Expand Your Connections, and Elevate Yourself and Your Business! REGISTER TODAY!!** **INVESTMENT: $197** *($297 value)* \*$100 OFF FOR MEETUP MEMBERS! *Full Day Access to Speakers & Panel Sessions (includes breakfast & lunch)* ***\*Each Attendee Will Receive a BONUS WORKBOOK to Implement the Speaker's Topic Tips of Proven Concepts and Growth Strategies.*** **REGISTRATION: https://bizofwesummit.eventbrite.com/** \*\*EVENTBRITE DISCOUNT CODE: MEETUP2026\*\* ***\*By registering for the event, you commit to attending the full day. Your participation is an integral part of the roundtable conversations and mastermind experience. Maximize your time, investment, and relationship-building efforts.***

Relaunch: Coffee & Bagels Networking

Tawasol NYC - Arab and MENA Professionals Network is active again — join our relaunch event: a morning coffee & bagels networking session. Everyone from the MENA region, the Levant, and the GCC in New York City is welcome. Introduce yourself in 60 seconds - your background, what you do, and what you're looking for - then open networking over coffee and bagels. The exact meeting spot inside 437 Madison Avenue will be shared with everyone who RSVPs. If there's enough demand, we'll make these gatherings regular. Bring a guest - new faces are the lifeblood of the group.

Business Meets Play: Rooftop & Karaoke at Aloft LIC

**Great conversations. New connections. Manhattan skyline views. And maybe a little karaoke. 🎤** **📍** Location: Aloft Long Island City-Manhattan View Hotel, 27-45 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101 **📍** Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 **📍** Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM ET Check in at the lobby when you arrive. Staff will point you to the right floor. *** Building a business takes focus, energy, and commitment. So does building meaningful relationships. And sometimes, the best connections happen when we're simply enjoying ourselves. Join us for an evening with entrepreneurs, business owners, and interesting people who believe success should be fun, too. 🌆 7:00–8:00 PM \| Rooftop Connections & Conversations **Meet by the Benches** Kick off the evening with great conversations, new connections, and Manhattan skyline views. Meet fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and friends in a relaxed, fun setting. 🎤 8:00–9:00 PM \| Food\, Drinks & Karaoke **Indoor Lounge** Keep the conversations going over food and drinks, enjoy the river views, and join in some karaoke fun. Sing, cheer others on, or simply enjoy the company! No pressure to perform. Just show up and enjoy yourself. **Come for the connections. Stay for the fun. Leave with a few more reasons to smile.** Here are pictures of our past events at the venue: [https://photos.app.goo.gl/5WLfeWNeTfXLtXSUA](https://photos.app.goo.gl/5WLfeWNeTfXLtXSUA) Not all output. Not all play. Both, on purpose. This isn't a rigid schedule. Come for one floor or both. Arrive at 7, arrive at 8, stay past 9.

Mastering Referral Marketing for Business Growth

Join us for the NJ Urban- North Bergen Business Referral Networking Meetup Group's upcoming event on mastering referral marketing for business growth. Referral marketing is a powerful strategy that can help businesses increase their customer base and boost their sales. During this event, we will delve deep into the world of referral marketing, exploring effective techniques and strategies for generating high-quality referrals. Whether you are a small business owner, an entrepreneur, or a sales professional, this event is designed to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips on leveraging referral marketing to grow your business. We will cover topics such as building strong relationships with your existing network, creating incentive programs to motivate referrals, and implementing referral tracking systems. In addition to the informative presentations, there will be ample opportunities for networking with like-minded professionals. Connect with other local business owners, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborative opportunities. Don't miss out on this chance to unlock the potential of referral marketing and take your business to new heights. Join us at the North Bergen Business Referral Networking Meetup Group's event and start harnessing the power of referrals for business growth.

Are you ready to start your own business?

**The Workshop in Business Opportunities (WIBO)** will be offering a free 90-minute workshop on helping you determine if you should start a business of your own. **WIBO** has been helping aspiring entrepreneurs build successful businesses since 1966. Graduates (over 18,000) have businesses like a chain of computer training centers, a visual effects studio, a video production company, children's daycares, nonprofit organizations, restaurants, gyms, barber shops, Commerical cleaning services, retail stores and more! Check them out at [https://wibo.works](https://wibo.works)

WED: Members Meet & Greet on the Rooftop Terrace of the SNF Library

**Meet & Greet:** Bring a topic question to discuss with friends and we'll discuss the most popular one. Let's enjoy the pleasant 80 degrees weather on the 7th floor Rooftop Terrace of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation. Inspired by Christopher and Cecilia Phillips, founders of Socrates Cafe. https://youtu.be/3JKrJGIe4d0 (3 minutes) Let's explore the intersection of decision-making, cognitive biases, and social influences on behavior. Whether you are new in town or a seasoned intellectual looking for stimulating discussions, this event is for those interested in learning and connecting with like-minded individuals. We will be using the Socratic method developed by Christopher Phillips & Cecilia Chapa Phillips, this format encourages curiosity and deep exploration of complex ideas. Participants will propose questions, which will be voted on to determine the topic question for discussion. **Topic Ideas or Suggest Your Own:** **Truth and Deception:** \- In an era of misinformation\, what strategies can we employ to become more adept at separating fact from fiction? \- Are there ever situations where deception is not only acceptable but also necessary for the greater good? If so\, what are the ethical boundaries? **Happiness and Fulfillment:** \- Is happiness a fleeting desire or an essential need that drives our lives? What does it truly mean to be happy? \- How do we define and pursue genuine happiness in a world filled with distractions and superficial pleasures? **Moral Frameworks:** \- If you could design the ultimate moral system\, what principles would it be based on\, and why would it be superior to existing ones? \- How do different moral systems influence our decisions and shape society\, and which one do you believe is the most effective in promoting a just and harmonious world? **Love and Connection:** \- What does the concept of a "soulmate" mean in today's world\, and how has the idea evolved over time? \- Is the idea of a soulmate a romantic ideal or a realistic expectation\, and what role does it play in modern relationships? **Family Dynamics:** \- How have the traditional notions of family changed\, and what does the modern family look like in today's society? \- What are the challenges and benefits of the evolving family structures\, and how do they impact individuals and communities? **Changing Wisdom:** \- Which pieces of conventional wisdom have become outdated or irrelevant in our rapidly changing world\, and what new insights should replace them? \- How can we discern which traditional beliefs are timeless and which are in need of revision or replacement? **Wealth and Prosperity:** \- What does wealth truly mean beyond just financial abundance\, and how can it be created in a way that benefits both individuals and society as a whole? \- How do different cultures and societies define and pursue wealth\, and what can we learn from their approaches? **Education Reform:** \- How can we redesign the traditional education system to better prepare students for the current challenges and opportunities? \- What are the most innovative and effective education reform initiatives being implemented around the world\, and what can we learn from them? **AI:** Jeffrey Hinton, "The Godfather of AI," https://youtu.be/OD8fMvRSyDU Let’s enjoy the beautiful weather together! Come ready to connect, learn, and engage in thought-provoking discussions! #SOCRATESCAFE #COFFEE #PHILOSOPHY #MEETUP

Meet & Greet - Blood Donation Meetup

Hosts: Yen & Bill. Give blood - "One pint of blood can save 3 lives. Bring a friend & save 6 lives." [Pay It Forward](https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30) [https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30](https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30) * 62% of the U.S. is eligible to donate blood. The #1 reason people don't donate is they were never asked. * Did you know that platelets support blood clotting and give those with leukemia and other cancers a chance to live? * Did you know that blood loss victims of car accidents may need transfusions of 50 pints or more of red blood cells? * More than 25% of the blood supply is used by cancer patients. "Red Cross declares first-ever national blood crisis." https://youtu.be/ZUmbgpmNixg #GIVEWITHME [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/red-cross-blood-crises-united-states-covid-19/](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/red-cross-blood-crises-united-states-covid-19/) Make your reservation here: [https://donate.nybc.org/donor/auth/signin](https://donate.nybc.org/donor/auth/signin) We'll be donating at the Grand Central Donor Center Chanin Building 115 East 41st Street NEW YORK, NY 10017 +18009332566 (this is NOT to be confused with the Metro North Donor Center) Information for first-time donors, including eligibility criteria: [https://www.nybc.org/donate-blood/](https://www.nybc.org/donate-blood/) "The need for blood is ongoing, but COVID-19 has destroyed the foundation on which the community donates blood to patients served by New York Blood Center. Every week, more than 75,000 blood donations and 1,700 donated platelet units are needed to meet patient need. To ensure we are prepared to support health agencies in our communities and across the country, NYBCe strongly urges individuals who feel healthy and well to make an appointment at a donor center or find a new community blood drive. DONORS PRESENTING: " Regardless of vaccination status, ALL donors MUST wear a mask that covers their mouth and nose Must be 14 days symptom free if recovered from COVID-19 May NOT donate if they have a positive diagnostic test or experienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 14 days May not donate if they have been told to self-quarantine due to exposure risk, including travel. We follow current State and CDC travel recommendations. CDC - Travel (cdc.gov) COVID\-19 Travel Advisory \| Department of Health \(ny\.gov\) If you are unsure whether to donate, or if you have donated recently and you develop symptoms of COVID-19 or you test positive for COVID-19, please contact us at 800.688.0900." https://nybc.org/donate-blood/covid-19-and-blood-donation-copy/ #SAVEALIFE #GIVEWITHME #DONATEBLOOD #NYBLOODCENTER #REDCROSS #VOLUNTEER #BLOODSHORTAGE

Brunch at ABC Cocina & Shuffle in NoMad 🌮 🍮

40s & Over Mixer (Free Drink For Women)

\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-singles-mixer-free-drink-for-women-tickets-2003327062171](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-singles-mixer-free-drink-for-women-tickets-2003327062171) Join us and other like minded 40a & over singles & socialites! Enjoy a nice casual atmosphere after a long week at work. Ladies will receive a comp beverage before a 7:30pm. Make new connections in 2 rooms including a nice, private covered patio. There will be a $5 beer, $8 dollar wine, and $9 happy hour on all mixed drinks, sangrias and margaritas until 8 pm. Hungry? There will be an amazing happy hour on delicious food ranging from $8 to $12 until 8pm. There will be optional fun & thoughtful icebreakers to stimulate engaging conversation. As venue is waving their large rental fee, & providing a comp beverage of choice for ladies, a 1 item minimum spend in food or drink is required for ladies and a 2 item spend is required for men at the venue. Dress code: Dress to impress/business casual. No tee shirts, sneakers and caps will be allowed.

Yacht Party Sunset Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.* Join us for an amazing (climate controlled) cruise through NYC and sail by the Brooklyn Bridge, The Statue of Liberty, and the beautiful New York City Skyline on this spacious vessel! Let loose late night on a 100 ft, 2-deck private yacht party on the hottest yacht cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won't forget! What to expect: * **Scenic 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor** * **Captivating views of the Manhattan skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Freedom Tower and more** * **Climate-controlled covered areas and open air decks** * **Live DJ playing the best party music** * **2 Bars and Food available** **for purchase** * **Great for Birthday Celebrations/bachelorette/bachelor/anniversary/** **& more (Balloons & Cakes permitted - no other outside food allowed)** FAQs: • The boat will sail rain or shine! The boat has two levels. Both levels have climate controlled covered areas - indoor & outdoor • No specific dress code but we suggest Trendy/Neat Casual • There is paid parking at the marina, or you can try to find parking on the street. \*TIX NOT sold at door. Price will go up as space becomes limited so get tickets ASAP and save $$) **For more fun events follow/go to -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)