Ever wonder how to create a more gender-inclusive and gender-affirming workplace for everyone? Join us for our new Beyond the Binary Workshop! In this workshop, we’ll break down commonly used terminology, explore the diverse spectrum of gender identities and expressions, and challenge the binary thinking that often exists when we discuss gender. 

Through interactive exercises and discussions, you’ll: 

• Learn key terms and understand their nuances, ensuring respectful communication and avoiding harmful assumptions. 
• Deepen your knowledge of the difference between sex and gender, explore the spectrum of gender identities, and challenge common misconceptions. 
• Identify how LGBTQIA+ bias manifests in the workplace and develop strategies to combat it proactively. 
• Begin to build an action plan with tangible steps to advocate for your colleagues and create an inclusive work environment.

You’ll receive 2 SHRM professional development credits for participating in this webinar.

About the Facilitator:

Felicia Jadczak, she/her/hers, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, & Head of DEI Programming

Felicia is Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Head of DEI Programming at She+ Geeks Out. Felicia is a recognized speaker and consultant in the diversity, equity, and inclusion field. She has extensive and personal experience with leadership, innovation, women in the workforce, the multiracial experience, and disability. Prior to co-founding SGO, she worked in the technology industry for over ten years, providing strategic guidance and programming for ERGs, DEI councils, and C-suite members. In 2016, she pivoted to focus solely on She+ Geeks Out, where she oversees SGO’s DEI programming and facilitation team.

We're thrilled to announce the demoers for our upcoming NY Tech Meetup scheduled for Monday, May 13. This event will shine a spotlight on disability tech, and we're proud to partner with esteemed organizations Give Beauty Wings and Equal Entry, to bring you this exceptional event. Register below and secure your spot!

When: Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm ET (Doors Open) 
Where: Civic Hall Union Square, 124 E 14th Street (@Irving Place by Union Square)

Program:
6:00 PM - Doors Open
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Welcome and Tech Demos
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM - After Party & Networking

Event Partners: 

Give Beauty Wings is a non-profit organization that offers self-esteem programs for all ages that are tailored to individual and organizational needs. We encourage the universal beauty of everyone and the individual gifts and full potential of every participant (especially those with disabilities).

Xian Horn is a joyful half-Asian woman with Cerebral Palsy, who serves as founder of the non-profit, Give Beauty Wings. She is an advocate, speaker, and Forbes Women contributor. Xian has moderated and spoken at the U.N. many times for International Women's Day, International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and CSW, and she's also presented at The Obama White House, The Harkin Summit, the ACLU, Microsoft, and Apple, to name a few. Xian has collaborated with inclusive corporations such as AT&T and EY as an accessibility consultant and orchestrated and conducted Leadership Trainings for L'Oreal, Target, Zappos, Amazon, NBC Universal, Esteé Lauder, and more. She is a board member of the NY Tech Alliance and served on the advisory board for the AT&T Accessibility Advisory Panel from 2018-2022.

Demoers: 

AccessLint is a GitHub App that finds accessibility issues in your pull requests bringing automated web accessibility testing into your development workflow. When a pull request is opened, AccessLint reviews the changes and comments with any new accessibility issues, giving you quick, timely, and targeted feedback, before code goes live. 

Cameron Cundiff, Co-Founder and Organizer, A11yNYC

Cameron Cundiff is a software engineer working on tech for disability. Cameron built AccessLint, an accessibility testing platform, co-founded and helps organize the NYC Accessibility Meetup, and hosts a YouTube channel called Accessibility Nerd. Cameron lives with his family in Brooklyn.

The Open Steno Project is a volunteer organization that enables thousands to explore stenography without any upfront cost. Their opensource program, Plover, lets anyone use their computer keyboard as a steno machine, reducing costs to zero, enabling anyone to learn stenography for free. 

Mirabai Knight is a stenocaptioner in New York City. For the past 17 years, she has provided realtime captioning for deaf and hard of hearing students and professionals, with a specialization in pharmacy, veterinary, dental, nursing, and medical students. In addition, she has captioned many conferences and cultural events at venues including the United Nations, the Juilliard School, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the New York Public Library. She's also the founder of The Open Steno Project, which has been working to bring the power of steno to hobbyists and enthusiasts with free open source software, free educational materials, and low cost hardware since 2010.

FedcapVR helps institutions, organizations and government supercharge their workforce development with immersive technology. At FedcapVR our approach is always human centered. We work closely with employers, career practitioners, career coaches and other education and training professionals ensuring our technology works for them first.

Dennis Sze, Director of Finance, Workforce Development at The Fedcap Group

Harrison Olajos, Director of Innovation, FedcapVR 

Harrison is the Director of Innovation at FedcapVR and has been involved in the immersive technology space since 2016. His passion for gaming intersects with his love for hands-on learning. Focusing on immersive technologies like virtual reality, Harrison aims to break down barriers to education. He collaborates with educational institutions, government agencies, and corporate partners to modernize teaching and training methods for the next generation of workers.

Equal Entry's mission is to encourage more equitable access to information by raising awareness to improve public education about accessibility, and close the gap between what is being taught and what needs to be taught.

Thomas Logan, Owner & CEO, Equal Entry

For 20 years, Thomas Logan has helped organizations create technology solutions that work for people with disabilities. Over his career, he has worked with startups to Fortune 500s including Microsoft, Google, Meta, Bank of America, New York Times, Princeton University, and Disney. He has also done projects for many federal, state, and local government agencies in the U.S. He's the owner of Equal Entry, whose mission is "contributing to a more accessible world." Clients come to Equal Entry for accessibility audits, training on accessibility, and legal accessibility expertise. He's the founder of Accessibility Virtual Reality and co-founder of Accessibility New York, and Accessibility Tokyo. These are Meetups related to accessibility and people with disabilities. Thomas and Ken Nakata have a podcast called A11yInsights. In every episode, they look at a legal case, a proposed or passed state law, and interesting news stories related to digital accessibility and the law. You can catch their episodes in the Equal Entry blog.

Bridging Voice enables and empowers people with neurodegenerative disorders to communicate by removing the barriers between them and assistive technology.

Karina Nagin, Executive Director, Bridging Voice

Karina Nagin has been working in the social impact space for over 20 years. She most recently served as the Executive Director for a global health non-profit dedicated to increasing surgical capacity across Africa. Previously Karina worked at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) where she consulted corporate, philanthropic, and non-profit leaders on issues of humanitarian response, health and education. While at CGI Karina oversaw the Democratic Republic of the Congo Action Network and led an initiative created by President Clinton to support promising university students through mentorship. Prior to living in New York, Karina worked in India on early stage implementation for several start-ups and social enterprises. She received her B.A. from Pitzer College and Master’s of Public Administration from Columbia University (SIPA). Karina was born and raised in Hot Springs, Arkansas, but now enjoys calling Brooklyn home.

About NY Tech Meetup

NYTM is our signature event that has been a staple for the NYC tech ecosystem since 2004. It's the world’s largest meetup group of its kind with members who have a common interest in learning from and helping one another. At each event, entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs, and their teams demo cutting edge and transformative tech, answer questions from attendees and network with all in a welcoming, fun-filled space. Since its creation, over 1,000 companies have participated and have been a driving force of innovation and job creation in NYC and the greater NY area.

This event is a perfect place to start if you are new to tech, to New York City, or to the New York tech ecosystem.  It’s all about meeting people and having a "front row seat" to learn of the latest innovations that address market opportunities.

Are you a film or TV student eager to break into the industry?  Or a recent graduate seeking insider tips to land your dream job?  Look no further!

"Jumpstart Your TV Career with the Producers of TV's Biggest Hits"

Join the Founders of "Those Reality Girls" and the Executive Producers of Jersey Shore, Mob Wives, Black Ink Crew (and tons more) for an exclusive event revealing how to kickstart your dream job in unscripted entertainment. Discover the impact of tech and producing in a virtual world, along with:

• How to get hired, even with no industry experience
• Proven strategies to climb the ladder in TV
• Behind-the-scenes secrets from top industry icons
• Tips and tricks to make your resume stand out
• Plus, get your questions answered during the Q&A session!

Plus... you never know who you'll meet!

BONUS

*** Ticket purchase automatically enters you into a raffle for a one-on-one 'Resume Review' session post-event (valued at $379)!

When: Wednesday, May 15th

Where: Civic Hall, 124 East 14th Street, 2nd Floor

Time: 5:00pm, followed by networking mixer with lite bites and mocktails

BRING YOUR RESUME and don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn directly from reality TV's top Executive Producers.

RSVP below! 

This event is open for all founders investors / executives and tech community builders.

​Join us for a special event titled "Authentic Connections: Founders, Investors, Conversations, Community, and Giving Back," where we invite you to engage in a warm and supportive conversation. This gathering provides a safe and intimate space for individuals to share their career paths, personal anecdotes, favorite tools, and support systems. Whether you're facing the challenges of being an entrepreneur, experiencing high levels of stress in the venture industry, or simply seeking connection, this event is designed to encourage open communication and foster a sense of community. Join us for an afternoon filled with empathy, understanding, and unity as we journey through life's ups and downs together over a cup of coffee (or two).

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​Our Venture Summit Series is happening in NYC and Toronto during New York Tech Week and Collision Conference in June 2024, come join us for a half day of exclusive programs! https://yorkseedventures.com special 10% code for all attendees.

​Yorkseed NY Tech Week Original Unofficial Master Side Event List (We have the most accurate up-to-date list) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1koOlaLRbdsRRfV0xy6QvKWfWjJImOjEUNFQj-cKOWgU/edit?usp=sharing

​​Interested to displayed your logo and company info within our spreadsheet? You can choose from here https://lu.ma/b56cqfa7 . Logo sponsors will get a thank you shout out in our weekly newsletter and NYTW spreadsheet.

Tech Gather NYC's May meetup is for anyone and everyone in NYC Tech.

New to Tech? Welcome!

15 years in? Come on down!

Just got to the city? Get to know the techies here!

Been here forever? Grab your "Pizza Rat" headband and welcome the newbies.

Be you Product, UI, Coder or Solutions or any of the buzz terms our industry throws out there, come unwind at a chill Irish pub on Fulton with cheap drinks and stay for a top-notch (free!) karaoke session next door.

Did I mention the whole thing is free?

We're excited to see you!

DeveloperWeek Management 2024 – is the premier conference & expo for engineering managers, dev team leads, and technical executives (VP, Director, CTO, CXO). Join 500+ Onsite & 1,000+ virtual attendees for a fully immersive education and innovation experience, where you can learn & gain insights from top engineering leaders about team management, best practices, and developer tools & technology decision-making.

With a fully immersive experience, we're bringing you: 6+ tracks, 40+ speakers, technical keynotes, a live Expo with 20+ technologies & tools, product demos, and more.

Past Speakers include leaders from IBM, VMware, AWS, Stack Overflow, Wix.com, Lucid Software, Turing, New York Times, LinearB, Foursquare, MariaDB, and many more.

AI Dev Summit is the world’s largest artificial intelligence dev event with tracks covering chatbots, machine learning, open source AI libraries, AI for the enterprise, and deep AI / neural networks. This conference targets software engineers and data scientists who are looking for an introduction to AI as well as AI dev professionals looking for a landscape view on the newest AI technologies.

With a fully immersive experience, we're bringing you: 12+ tracks, 40+ speakers, technical keynotes, a live Expo with 20+ technologies & tools, product demos, and more.

Join us for an enriching half-day venture summit tailored for founders and investors, featuring a diverse array of engaging discussions and networking opportunities. Our program will cover the following key topics:

​1. **Capital Raising:** Learn effective strategies and best practices for raising capital to fuel your startup's growth and expansion.

​2. **Due Diligence:** Gain insights into the due diligence process and discover how to conduct thorough assessments to ensure informed investment decisions.

​3. **Impact Investing:** Explore the growing trend of impact investing and discover how you can align financial goals with positive social and environmental outcomes.

​4. **Founders Pitching:** Connect with potential partners, mentors, and investors in fast-paced networking sessions designed to foster meaningful collaborations.

​5. **Seeding Success - Fundraising for Startups:** Get practical advice and actionable tips on navigating the fundraising landscape and securing crucial early-stage funding for your startup.

​6. **Hustler Talk:** Hear inspiring stories and valuable insights from successful entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges and achieved remarkable success in the startup world.

​7. **Bridging the Gap Between US and the Rest of the World:** Explore opportunities for international expansion and learn how to navigate cultural and regulatory differences to succeed in global markets.

​8. **Venture Insight Exchange: Community Wisdom in Investing**

​9. **Investing in AI and Blockchain:** Gain a deeper understanding of the potential of AI and blockchain technologies and discover investment opportunities in these cutting-edge fields.

​10. **Yorkseeder Meet and Greet:** Connect with fellow members of the Yorkseeder community in a relaxed and informal setting, share ideas, and forge valuable connections.

​Join us for an inspiring and insightful summit designed to equip founders and investors with the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to thrive in the dynamic world of startups and venture capital.

DeveloperWeek Europe connects 3,000+ engineering professionals and technical practitioners & leaders from across Europe.

Come join us as the community gathers for two days of education, software best practices, and networking -- an all-virtual conference with 9+ tracks, a 2-day Virtual Expo and more.

DeveloperWeek Europe is the premier developer & software engineering event for Europe, with 3,000+ developers, engineers, software architects, dev managers, IT professionals, and technical executives gathering (online in 2024) for learning best practices & the newest trends, making connections, and uniting the global developer community.

We'll feature 9+ Conferences & Tracks covering:

• API & Microservices
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Blockchain & Fintech
• Containers & Kubernetes
• DevOps & Security
• JavaScript
• Cloud, Data & Digital Transformation
• New Programming Languages & Platforms
• Tech Trends Europe
• DevExec World & the DevLead Conference (for managers, team leads, VPs & CTOs)

With 2 days of cutting-edge sessions and technical workshop tracks, we cover the newest innovations in engineering best practices.

DeveloperWeek Latin America connects engineering professionals and technical practitioners & leaders from across Latin America.

Come join us as the community gathers for two days of education, software best practices, and networking -- an all-virtual conference with 9+ tracks, a 2-day Virtual Expo and more.

DeveloperWeek Latin America is the premier developer & software engineering event for Latin America, with 3,000+ developers, engineers, software architects, dev managers, IT professionals, and technical executives gathering (online in 2024) for learning best practices & the newest trends, making connections, and uniting the global developer community.

We'll feature 9+ Conferences & Tracks covering:

• API & Microservices
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Blockchain & Fintech
• Containers & Kubernetes
• DevOps & Security
• JavaScript
• Cloud, Data & Digital Transformation
• New Programming Languages & Platforms
• Tech Trends Europe
• DevExec World & the DevLead Conference (for managers, team leads, VPs & CTOs)

With 2 days of cutting-edge sessions and technical workshop tracks, we cover the newest innovations in engineering best practices.