This fall we’re seeing plenty of industry events popping up every week. There are plenty of conventions, workshops and networking events available to you at your fingertips. It’s never a bad idea to use these tools to help you grow professionally and assist you in bringing your career to the next level. Here are five industry events in New York City that can help you do just that!
Wednesday, October 31st 2018
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Get involved in the New York City art scene by attending one of NYC Parks events where you get to create your own masterpiece inspired by work from famous artists and art techniques. Your free entry includes an overview of artists and techniques, followed by a hands-on workshop. Make sure to RSVP by calling 212-447-2023! Can’t attend this one? No worries, NYC Parks hosts plenty of art events that you can choose from here.
Asser Levy Recreation Center
392 Asser Levy Place
New York, NY 10010
2. Technology and Survey Research Workshop
Wednesday, November 7th 2018
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST
William Pink and Michael Schober will be speaking about technology and research at The Advertising Research Foundation. William Pink will demonstrate how to leverage both traditional surveys with social listening, digital signals, and data bases for better brand guidance. Michael Schober will present evidence on what is known about collecting data using technical modes of interaction that people use every day on their smartphones. Tickets range from $50-75 and are free for students!
The Advertising Research Foundation
432 Park Avenue South (between 29th and 30th Streets),
4th floor
New York, NY 10022
Monday, November 12th 2018
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST
The Flatiron School is hosting an event called The Legal Side of Software Development. The discussion will be on what coders/devs should know about intellectual property (IP), licensing, trade secrets, patents, and emerging regulatory issues. This is a great opportunity to open your mind to more knowledge from Flatiron School’s Manger of Full Stack Web Curriculum, Steve Harms, and a panel of experts from Brooklyn Law School. In addition, there is no charge for attendance; so why not go!
Flatiron School
11 Broadway
#260
New York, NY 10004
Saturday, November 17th 2018
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST
On November 17th, this professional development workshop hosted by Wendy Angulo is inviting artists of all genres and of all stages in their careers to teach them the important insights about the evolving business of art. It’s hopeful that artists will develop new skills and knowledge or perfect them. To attend, a donation at checkout is required.
Word Up Community Bookshop/Librería Comunitaria
2113 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10032
5. Business, Design & Technology Conference 2018
Thursday, December 6th 2018
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST
SMPLCT Lab is hosting a conference with a rich, immersive, thought-provoking experience that will explore the essential role that entrepreneurship, design and technology play in the development of our society. You will experience five hours of mingling with thought leaders, industry pioneers, and your peers from across the country, so you definitely don’t want to miss out. Tickets start at $99 and are selling out fast, don’t wait too long!
Centre for Social Innovation
601 West 26th Street
#325
New York, NY 10001
Stay up to date on JBCConnect’s Instagram page @JBCConnect to note more events like these. Is New York not your home base? No worries, check out upcoming events near you by going to www.eventbrite.com.
