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SUMMARY:Monthly Member Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time again! Join us for Monthly Member Breakfast\, with fruit\, bagels\, pastries and more. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet some of the amazing folks in our community. You never know who your new neighbor might be…
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/monthly-member-breakfast-11/
LOCATION:All Yard Locations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T170000
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour at The Yard Signature!
DESCRIPTION:Come raise a glass with us at The Yard Signature Happy Hour on Wednesday\, October 1st at 5:00 PM. \nThis isn’t your average post-work drink — it’s a chance to: \n\nConnect with The Yard community and local professionals\nExplore our beautiful workspace in a relaxed setting\nKick back with complimentary drinks and good company\n\nWhether you’re a longtime friend of The Yard or visiting for the first time\, this Happy Hour is the perfect way to get a feel for our space and community. \n✨ RSVP to secure your spot — and bring a friend!
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/happy-hour-at-the-yard-signature/
LOCATION:The Yard: Fulton Market\, 1101 West Lake Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T170000
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SUMMARY:The VC + AI Equation: Code\, Capital\, and Conviction
DESCRIPTION:AI is everywhere but not every AI product gains traction. The real edge? Knowing where human judgment drives impact and where AI amplifies results.\n\nJoin the conversation with York Effect and our all-star panel:\nKatie Weiss Principal ffVC → What VCs look for when founders pitch.\nHeidi Hysell CIO\, Future Insights → Scaling with AI that works.\nVishakha Gupta Founder and CEO\, ApertureData → AI as actionable memory and intelligence to amplify human decision-making. \nThe VC + AI Equation: Code\, Capital\, and Conviction\nOctober 6 at 5:30pm\nSponsored by The Yard  
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/the-vc-ai-equation-code-capital-and-conviction/
LOCATION:The Yard: Herald Square\, 106 West 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
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SUMMARY:AI on a Leash? Shaping Innovation from Policy to Product
DESCRIPTION:The New York startup ecosystem is a global hub for Applied AI\, with over 2\,000 AI companies and billions in VC funding. But as the technology matures\, so does the regulatory landscape. \nNew York is actively moving to establish guidelines\, with proposals like the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act (the RAISE Act) creating both necessary safeguards and potential constraints for builders. \nFor AI Week New York\, Startup Grind is hosting Daisy Thomas\, the Director of Advocacy and Policy Development for AI Salon\, a global community of “mindful optimists” committed to a pro-innovation\, ethical AI future. \nDaisy is at the forefront of this conversation\, translating legislative drafts into actionable intelligence for founders and product leaders. \n🚨 This isn’t just a chat about compliance; it’s about long-term strategy\, trust\, and market access. Because regulation defines the boundaries of innovation — whether it unlocks opportunity or imposes a leash. \nJoin us for a frank discussion where we’ll cover: \n\nBeyond the Hype: Moving past the noise to focus on building a sustainable AI ecosystem in New York and setting the foundation for the next decade.\nThe Founder’s Stance: Why AI Salon advocates for regulation that targets “bad actors” rather than imposing early\, onerous burdens on small\, capital-constrained startups.\nThe RAISE Act Reality: An analysis of what New York’s new frontier AI legislation means for the 99% of companies not spending $100M on training runs. Understand the specific legal and competitive risks.\nPolicy-as-a-Product: How a founder-friendly regulatory environment could allow companies like Akeptus to focus on building impactful products (like energy management for small businesses) rather than compliance bureaucracy.
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/ai-on-a-leash-shaping-innovation-from-policy-to-product/
LOCATION:The Yard: Herald Square\, 106 West 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T173000
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SUMMARY:Health2Tech Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 15th for an exclusive gathering that brings together the brightest minds in the digital health space. Hosted by Alex Koshykov\, this evening promises to be a confluence of innovation\, inspiration\, and invaluable networking.
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/health2tech-chicago-2/
LOCATION:The Yard: Fulton Market\, 1101 West Lake Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Startup Pitch: Demo Showcase
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to go beyond the deck and see the best live tech from New York’s emerging startups. \nWelcome to a pitch event with a twist. We skip the fluff and focus on what matters: a live look at real products. Each month\, we hand-pick a few of NYC’s most interesting startups with demonstrable products and early traction to share what they’re building. \nThis pitch & demo showcase gives you a first look at new technology from startups that are actively building and shipping product — sometimes even before VCs have seen them! \nThe format is fast-paced and interactive. After each demo\, the floor is open for questions\, ideas\, and honest feedback from the community. It’s about helping founders in the trenches get the insights they need to build better. \nWe welcome investors who want an unfiltered look at new technology and early-stage teams.  \nHosted in collaboration with The Yard coworking community\, this event offers a platform for startups to share ideas\, gather feedback\, and connect with fellow founders. \n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, October 16th\n🕓 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n📍 Venue: The Yard: Herald Square\n🎫 Tickets: Only $5 (includes happy hour refreshments)\n📑 Founders: Sign up here to pitch at an upcoming event\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nStartups ready to demo a real product and get honest feedback\nEngineers\, PMs\, and designers who love seeing new tech in action\nInvestors looking for a ground-floor\, early look at local startups\nAnyone in the NYC tech scene who wants to connect with and support the people building things\n\nAGENDA \n\n5:30 PM: Doors Open & Networking\n6:00 PM: Startup Pitches & Demos with Audience Q&A\n7:00 PM: Meet the Presenting Startups\n\n\nThis is not a competition — it’s an opportunity for founders to showcase their projects\, exchange insights\, and receive constructive feedback from founder peers. \nPITCH FORMAT \n\nPitch & Demo – 5 minutes\nAudience Q&A – 5 minutes\nPitch deck is required
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/the-startup-pitch-demo-showcase/
LOCATION:The Yard: Herald Square\, 106 West 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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SUMMARY:UGLY TALK: BUILDING EFFECTIVE PERSONAL BRAND FOR FOUNDERS
DESCRIPTION:You can build a product that works\, a team that executes\, and even hit revenue milestones\, and still get passed over by investors\, ignored by the press\, or overlooked by top hires. Why? Because in the VC world\, your personal brand as a founder is part of the due diligence. \nThe reality is: people bet on people before they bet on companies. In 2025\, that “first impression” happens long before you step into a room — it’s on your LinkedIn profile\, your thought leadership posts\, your podcast appearances\, your pitch videos\, your event keynotes. If you’re invisible\, inconsistent\, or unclear online\, you’ve already lost ground. \n  \n🎯 Why You Should Attend\nBecause the best founders don’t just build companies — they build themselves as a brand worth backing. This isn’t fluff. Strong personal branding: \n\nPuts you on the radar of investors before your pitch hits their inbox.\nAttracts partners\, collaborators\, and acquisition interest without cold outreach.\nMakes top talent want to work for you before they’ve even met you.\n\nIf you’re raising\, scaling\, or building something VC-backable\, this is where you’ll learn how to own your narrative and make sure the right people are paying attention. \n  \n  \n🙋 Who You’ll Meet\n\nFounders actively raising or planning to raise capital in the next 12–18 months.\nStartup operators who’ve learned branding the hard way — by not having it when they needed it.\nInvestors and media professionals who know what gets founders noticed (and ignored).
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/ugly-talk-building-effective-personal-brand-for-founders/
LOCATION:The Yard: Herald Square\, 106 West 32nd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Slice is Right
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of pizza\, drinks\, and great company!\nWe’ll be featuring pizza from Roberta’s\, one of our newest members at The Yard: Williamsburg and a beloved NYC staple. Wine\, beer\, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available\, so come hungry and stay for good vibes.
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/the-slice-is-right/
LOCATION:The Yard: Williamsburg\, 195 Broadway\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11211\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T200000
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SUMMARY:Connect & Grow Chicago
DESCRIPTION:This is not your regular networking event. \nExpect an evening with the kind of people you wish you met more often. Corporate professionals plotting their exit strategy. Founders building the next big thing. Ambitious humans who don’t just talk about ideas\, but they execute. \nWho should attend:\nEntrepreneurs and founders\nAnyone building something meaningful (career or business)\nPeople who value quality connections\nYoung professionals in their growth phase \nMore details:\nIntentionally small\nCurated guest list (yes\, there’s a registration form)\nDrinks included \nLimited spots available!
URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/connect-grow-chicago/
LOCATION:The Yard: Fulton Market\, 1101 West Lake Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T160000
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SUMMARY:LES Halloween Happy Hour
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URL:https://theyard.com/calendar-events/les-halloween-happy-hour/
LOCATION:The Yard: Lower East Side\, 85 Delancey Street\, New York\, 10002\, United States
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