Brand Strategy New York

Artist Branding Workshop

[Please RSVP](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/artist-branding-basics-free-workshop/) to ensure you will be able to participate in this free workshop. [Artist Branding & Social Media Basics](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/artist-branding-basics-free-workshop/) is a free, hands-on workshop that introduces the fundamentals of building your identity as an artist in today’s music industry. Hosted in Sound Collective’s New York City studios, this two-hour session focuses on understanding what makes an artist brand effective, how to communicate your story, and how to use social media intentionally to grow an audience. You’ll work through practical exercises alongside experienced music industry professionals, explore real-world examples, and leave with a clearer understanding of how artists develop a recognizable presence online. The Artist Branding & Social Media Basics workshop is designed to give you a genuine first experience, not an overview. No experience or prerequisites required. [However, RSVP is required](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/artist-branding-basics-free-workshop/)[.](https://learn.soundcollective.com/courses/dj-basics-free-workshop/) Workstations are available on a **first-come, first-served basis**, so we recommend arriving early to secure a spot. If all workstations are taken by the time you arrive, you’re still more than welcome to join the session, observe, and jump on the gear during open practice time!

Free In-person Introduction to Transcendental Meditation®

There is a way to unlock greater energy, focus, clear thinking and happiness, so that you can get more out of life. Have more clarity when decisions matter. More patience with the people you love. More energy at the end of the day. More creativity when you need a fresh idea. More calm when life gets demanding. Pressure affects more than how you feel. It can narrow your attention, drain your energy, shorten your patience, and make even simple decisions feel harder. Transcendental Meditation is a simple practice designed to help you release accumulated stress and recover the steadiness, clarity, and vitality that you deserve. Put less stress between you and your best life. Discover how it works in a free live online introduction. **About this Presentation** Whether you have known about TM® for years or are just hearing about it now, this is the concise overview you are looking for. A certified teacher of Transcendental Meditation will talk about TM in depth, describe its benefits, and answer your questions. **About the Presenter** The session is presented by a certified teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique from the TM Centers of New York City. **Will we meditate during the event?** This is an introductory presentation, not the TM course itself. You will learn about the technique, but personal instruction in Transcendental Meditation takes place separately with a certified teacher. **What happens after the introduction?** After the introduction, you can decide whether you want to sign up to learn, or think about it. A link and QR code will be provided to take you to the TM Course schedules for New York City. Or, there are TM Centers all around the country, so instructions will be provided to find a course near you.

Beers & Data

WE ARE BACK IN PERSON!

Games with Strangers

Love board games? Looking for someone to play with or something new to play? Come play games with us! Every Saturday night we run Games With Strangers. Grab a drink or dinner, meet some new people, and learn a new game. Our game expert will teach you our featured games for the night and make sure that things are running smoothly. Come be a part of our community!

New York Launch a Viral AI Content Brand

**Build an AI Content Business Without Showing Your Face – Influencer Blueprint** A faceless AI content brand is one of the fastest-growing business models for founders who want reach, revenue, and freedom without being tied to a camera. This session gives you the blueprint. Connect with other ambitious founders building content businesses with AI. Real strategies, real results, real network. Register below to claim your place — RSVP is just the first step. ### [GET YOUR SPOT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AiInfluencer?city=New%20York&groupurlname=collaborative-self-development-squad&startgmtdatetime=2026-08-16T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll create: - A business that earns from content while you focus on building everything else - A growth framework that compounds over time without compounding your workload - A faceless brand strategy built for monetisation from day one The most powerful content businesses of the next decade will be built by founders using AI. This is your starting point.

Just in time on Broadway, and transportation!

Socializing and Networking / North Jersey edition

How’s your summer going, design & tech friends? Let’s kick back over pizza & a drink with fellow UXDs, UXRs, PMs & devs. All acronyms welcome. Join UXPA NJ, first-timers and familiar faces alike, for good eats and good company at The Wanderer in Jersey City. So, what's new? Is your brain baking in the sun, or have you been hiding in an AC cocoon? Whatever's on your mind, come out, grab a slice, and catch up with your neighbors and fellow designers. The Wanderer is a “caffeine to cocktails” bar tucked between Cafe Alyse & One World Pizza in the McGinley Square neighborhood of Jersey City. And lucky us, the Wanderer hosts a Happy Hour on Tuesdays! Discounted select beer & wines and pizzas from One World Pizza next door. *Did someone say Happy Hour?* There will be no agenda or speakers for this event. We just want to encourage informal socializing. **(Not an) Agenda:** 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Socializing, networking, drinks & maybe pizza (cash bar) Feel free to stay later! **The Wanderer** **53 Baldwin Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304** 🏃🏽‍♂️ **18 minute walk** from Journal Square Path station 🚌 **By bus:** NJTransit route #s 9, 8, 87, 80 🚲 **Citibike station:** Baldwin at Montgomery 🚗 **Street parking available**, with the Parkmobile app https://www.instagram.com/thewanderer_jerseycity [https://www.instagram.com/one_world_pizza/](https://www.instagram.com/one_world_pizza/) [ParkMobile Parking App | Find & Pay for Parking | On-street & Reservation](https://parkmobile.io/)

Mingle and Match Date & Play- Speed Dating Alternative

Get details and tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995355123889](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995355123889) Come on out and check out this unique twist on speed dating. Join us for a unique social event for singles in NYC! Come on out and make new social connections, win raffle prizes and meet other fun singles. Our friendly host will welcome everyone and then you'll be grouped off into separate tables where you'll get to meet, chat with and play fun social games with other singles in small groups of about 5-7 people. Then, similar to traditional speed dating, you'll rotate from table to table getting a chance to meet all the other singles in attendance. You'll be handed a "match sheet" and at the end of the event you'll be able to indicate people you'd like to talk to again in the future. If they also choose you, our host will send you each others' contact information within about 48 hours after the event and you can feel free to set up a date with them. Get details and tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995355123889](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995355123889) \*\* SEE MORE UPCOMING NYC AREA EVENTS AT [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](http://www.friendzyevents.com) \*\*

UX Happy Hour irl (open to all levels)

######## You need to bring a physical Government Issued ID to be allowed to stay. It's the Law. ######## Whether you're a seasoned UX pro, just breaking into the field, or simply curious about design — this is your invite to pull up a chair and join the conversation. UX Happy Hour is a laid-back, no-agenda gathering where designers, researchers, product thinkers, and anyone design-curious can connect over drinks in a low-pressure setting. No slides. No networking theater. **Why attend:** • Meet new connection in organic way • Get feedback and fresh perspectives on your work (i.e. portfolio) or advice for your career • Stay sharp on what's happening in UX, AI, product, and tech right now • Meet potential collaborators, mentors, or future coworkers • Cheap drinks ($5 Guinness) **What to expect:** • Warm, welcoming crowd across all experience levels • Candid conversations about design, careers, tools, and everything in between • A great chill bar in the East Village to do it all in **Where to find us:** We're usually tucked in by the ATM at the back of Mona's. If you're not sure where we are, just ask the bartender — they know us! Come solo, bring a friend, or drag a coworker along. The more the merrier. Interested in sponsoring this event? Reach out to Danny (one of the organizers) for our sponsorship rate card.

Media/Advertising Professionals Meet

Meet NYC professionals in PR, media/advertising agencies, Ad platforms, Ad measurement, data, analytics and all the tech that powers the world of marketing. PS: * Event is free to attend. No cover, no drink minimums. Each guest will cover their own tab at the bar. * Please sign up only if you plan on attending #noflakes. * Our organizers do this purely for networking. We don’t get any monetary benefits #bekind. * Appropriate profile photo is mandatory.

Multi-industry Networking Event @ Blu 33

### **Networking for Entrepreneurs, Creatives, and Professionals Across Industries** We offer discounted prices and free spots to our meetup group. The number of attendees in meetup does not reflect the number of guests attending. We typically have 100 to 150 people. **The Details:** Join us for a **multi-industry networking event** bringing together entrepreneurs, small business owners, creatives, and professionals from across New York City’s most dynamic industries. Whether you work in **marketing, tech, fashion, media, finance, or startups**, this is your chance to meet like-minded people, collaborate on new ideas, and grow your professional circle. Step away from your laptop, grab a drink, and dive into an evening of **genuine conversation and connection**. This isn’t your average mixer—it’s a **curated networking experience** that connects professionals from a wide range of industries and expertise. The diversity ensures every conversation could spark a collaboration, new opportunity, or even a game-changing partnership. When you check in, you’ll be able to **choose the industries and topics** that interest you most. This helps you meet people with shared goals and complementary skills—whether you’re seeking clients, investors, collaborators, or simply inspiration. Our networking nights have a reputation for delivering **real results**. Attendees have found new clients, launched partnerships, discovered mentors, and even made lasting friendships. The atmosphere is upbeat yet welcoming, making it easy for everyone—whether you’re outgoing or more reserved—to jump in and connect. Don’t miss your chance to expand your network, **showcase your expertise**, and explore collaborations that can take your career or business to the next level. Bring your **business cards, your ideas, and your enthusiasm**—you never know who you’ll meet or where the conversation might lead. *** **The Host:** [PlentyofParties.com](https://plentyofparties.com) **The Venue:** 📍Blu33 NYC Rooftop Bar 325 West 33rd Street New York, NY 10001

Dating Games: A Fun Twist on Speed Dating

For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995389302117](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995389302117) **IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.** **\*This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees** NYC Speed Dating - Dating Games Is your dating life starting to feel monotonous? Do your dates resemble job interviews more than actual chemistry? Sick of dedicating your entire evening to getting to know just one person? Then check out **“Dating Games” Speed Dating!** It’s a lively, modern twist on the classic format. Join us for a one-of-a-kind social experience for NYC singles! Meet new people, win raffle prizes, and connect with other fun, like-minded singles. It’s not only a great way to meet a potential partner—it’s also perfect for finding new friends or even future wingmen/wingwomen. **Suggested age range: 20s, 30s & 40s.** Our warm, welcoming host will get things started before dividing everyone into small groups at various tables. You’ll chat, mingle, and play lighthearted social games with groups of about 4–5 singles. The games are easy, super fun, and designed to help everyone open up and connect. After each round, you’ll rotate tables—just like traditional speed dating—so you'll eventually meet all the singles attending. You’ll also receive a “match sheet,” where you can mark anyone you’d like to speak with again. If they choose you as well, the host will email you each other’s contact information within roughly 24 hours so you can plan a date. Let’s be honest—we’re all tired of endless swiping on apps and meeting people who may not be anything like their profiles. A “Dating Games” Speed Dating night is a far better way to connect because you meet real people *in person* and get a genuine sense of who they are. This is an entirely new, innovative take on speed dating! We appreciate the idea behind traditional speed dating, but it can be tough to keep conversations flowing. That’s why at “Dating Games” events, you’ll have entertaining, easy-to-play games to help break the ice and avoid the typical interview-style awkwardness. We find this format helps people connect more naturally and meaningfully. ### WIN PRIZES! You’ll enjoy an evening full of fresh faces, interactive games, and social fun—no special skills needed, just a little luck! Our friendly host will guide the whole experience and help everyone get acquainted. Throughout the night you’ll play multiple games while getting opportunities to interact with all the singles of the opposite sex. When you win a game, you earn a raffle ticket—giving you chances to win prizes! ### IMPORTANT: THIS IS A PRE-PAY EVENT ONLY Tickets **must** be purchased online in advance—registration at the venue will *not* be available. As the event nears and space becomes limited, the price will increase to $35. *See more upcoming NYC events at [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dating-games-a-fun-twist-on-speed-dating-in-nyc-tickets-1982239058384?aff=oddtdtcreator)* For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995389302117](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995389302117)