New York Startup Networking Event. Meet Founders, Investors, and Talent - Build or Scale Your Startup
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Startup Networking Event in New York for founders, investors, and tech talent.
Join a high-signal startup networking event in New York where founders, investors, and talent connect to build and scale startups.Meet the right people, unlock real opportunities, and grow within the New York startup ecosystem.💡 Why This Event Is Different
Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles.
This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities.
We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections.
Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event.🤝 What to Expect
Startup Networking in New YorkStructured networking rounds where founders, investors, and talent connect, share challenges, and explore opportunities.
Talent & Hiring ConnectionsMeet engineers, operators, and professionals in the New York startup ecosystem.
Startup & Investor ConversationsDiscussions around fundraising, product development, and scaling startups.🎤 Want to Pitch?
A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup.
Selected founders will showcase their pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback.
Apply by sending your pitch
Spots are limited and founders will be selected in advance.👥 Who Should Attend
We invite local investors, angels and venture capitalists to join the event.
Investor participation is complimentary.
After verification, investors receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including:
Interested investors can request verification
Times in America/New_York
Check in, grab a drink, and start meeting fellow founders, builders, and investors before the program begins.
Selected founders present their startups to the audience and receive feedback from founders, operators, and investors.
Time to recharge, continue conversations, and prepare for the startup pitch session.
Selected founders present their startups to the audience and receive feedback from founders, operators, and investors.
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Pitch nightA to Z Rooftop on Fifth · 🇺🇸 New York
Themed tables, five-minute pitches and straight feedback from NYC founders and investors who have already done it.