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Moving Forward NYC: AI & Tech Small Business Relaunch Mixer
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Moving Forward NYC: AI & Tech Small Business Relaunch Mixer

16 September Online

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Connect with local SMB owners, marketers, and founders to kick off Q3/Q4, share practical ideas, and build high-value connections.

Kick off Q3/Q4 with New Connections, Practical Strategy, and Community!
Welcome to the official in-person relaunch of the Moving Forward with AI & Tech: Small Business Community!

Whether you’ve been a member of this group for years or you’re joining us for the first time, this is our flagship gathering to meet in person, build meaningful business relationships, and share ideas on how AI and modern technology are helping local businesses scale.

Hosted and sponsored by Moving Forward Small Business, this high-energy networking mixer brings together small business owners across all verticals, founders, operators, and marketing professionals in the NYC metro area.

What to Expect

  • High-Impact Networking: Skip the awkward small talk. We’ll have structured icebreakers and industry-focused nametags so you can meet the right contacts fast.
  • The New Community Roadmap: Get a quick 15-minute look at what’s coming for our community, including upcoming virtual workshops, expert trainings, and tools.
  • Call for Member Speakers: Want to present at one of our future events? We are officially opening up stage spots for members to showcase their expertise, tech hacks, and business success stories.
  • Q4 Momentum: Connect with potential clients, referral partners, and collaborators as everyone gets back to business post-summer.

Event Agenda:

  • 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Arrival & Open Networking Grab your badge, check in, and connect with fellow attendees.
  • 6:30 PM – 6:45 PM | State of the Community & Speaker Announcement A quick welcome from our leadership team, our vision for the group, and how you can apply to present at upcoming events.
  • 6:45 PM – 7:15 PM | Fast-Track Connections A quick, fun, structured 2-minute rotation game to make sure you meet at least 5 new business owners in the room.
  • 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM | Open Mingling & Wrap-Up Deepen the conversations you started, take group photos, and exchange contacts.

Who Should Attend?

  • Small Business Owners & Founders looking to optimize operations, sales, finance, and marketing using technology.
  • Marketing Professionals & Consultants serving SMB clients.
  • Entrepreneurs & Operators hungry for practical strategies and high-value local networking.

RSVP Note: Space is limited by venue capacity. Please RSVP early to secure your spot on the guest list!

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