Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship. Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere,  with  a great idea and a burning desire to succeed,  to make it big, and,  in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time. HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo,  eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just …

Why join NYC RHP? Is your child at home most days with a nanny or babysitter, and you wish they could get some quality, academic & social instruction? IF YOUR ANSWER IS "YES", PLEASE JOIN NYC RHP! Does your child attend a preschool or daycare program already, but you would like them to get a little extra help with social behaviors or academics? IF YOUR ANSWER IS "YES", PLEASE JOIN NYC RHP! Is your child currently homeschooled, but you would like them to be a part of a more social setting? IF YO …

AnthroTech is for people in the New York City area interested in using anthropological and ethnographic techniques in technological fields -- especially user experience design, online community management and customer development. We bring academic anthropologists and non-academic professionals together to cross-pollinate our respective fields.

The Society of Quantitative Analysts (SQA) is a not-for-profit organization that focuses on education and communication to support members of the quantitative investment practitioner community. We seek to encourage the dissemination of leading-edge ideas and innovations relevant to the work of the quantitative investment practitioner. The knowledge of such ideas and innovations can assist portfolio and risk managers, strategists, analysts, traders, regulators, asset owners such as pension sponso …

Software powers the world, but insecure software threatens safety, trust, and economic growth. The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is dedicated to making application security visible by empowering individuals and organizations to make informed decisions about true application securityrisks. OWASP boasts 30,000+ participants, more than 65 organizational supporters, and more than academic supporters. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit worldwide charitable organization, OWASP does not en …

A place to network and learn from other 20 and 30-something bi/lesbian/queer/trans professionals in New York City. (Ages 20-39) This multicultural group is targeted at career-focused professionals from all different fields.  We host fun, social activities and networking events for lesbian professionals. Does it ever seem like you're the only working professional in your group of artist/student/non-profit/academic lesbian friends? Are you looking for advice on navigating Wall Street? Thinking a …

NYC VersatilePhD provides networking opportunities for anyone currently in the New York City area who has pursued a PhD program or advanced degree in the humanities and social sciences. (We also welcome people in the sciences who are exploring non-technical careers.) If you have a PhD, are ABD, or are still enrolled in your program but interested in exploring the world outside academia, please join us. To encourage all who are interested to join us, especially anyone who has not yet discussed th …

We are a group of gay guys of all ages who meet the first Wednesday of every month. We read an eclectic range of books from classics to just-released works. We don't necessarily read books with a gay theme or characters, but always open to suggestions. Very easy going; more social than academic. Generally we talk about the book for the first part of the meeting and then the conversation evolves (or maybe devolves) to talking about anything else:  pop culture, gay life, vacations, etc.  We meet a …

TimeOut NY Rates Paradigm Shift "Critics' Pick" honored an unprecedented 8 times!http://www.paradigmsh...Use the "F" word. Change NYC. Change the World.Mission Statement: We foster a thriving, active, diverse, and expanding feminist community with the purpose of self-expression and coalition building, creating a shift in social, political, and economic consciousness.Paradigm Shift is the New York City metro-area’s critically acclaimed and largest feminist community group and event series. We hos …

The NYC Bio Meetup is sponsored by NYC Bio - a not-for-profit organization established to facilitate collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship in the NYC community. Our goal is to build and sustain a thriving NYC biotech cluster encompassing biotech, nanotech, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, environmental technology and information technology with biological applications. Come hear presentations, ask questions, share real life experiences, and network with bio enthusiasts and entreprene …

Mission: Formed in early May 2009, The Art Song Preservation Society of New York (ASPS) is dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the art song while simultaneously promoting the art song recital. Through pragmatic monthly workshop discussions, lectures, master class series, concert and recital performances, competitions, outreach programs and education for singers, accompanists and the broader public, ASPS plans to ensure that New York’s classical singers, accompanists and art song enthusiasts …

Whether you want to learn to whip out a mean program in C++ or ruminate over the stalwarts of world history socially - this is a meetup for people interested in life-long learning of the academic sort! We will use Open Course Ware (OCW) from the major universities to follow. Every month or couple of months, we will pick out a topic and interested learners can join the meetings to track progress. Great, eh? :)

Wouldn't you like to know who you're looking at? Now you can -  by becoming a face reader. Face reading will improve your personal and professional relationships and give you real insight into a person's character, personality traits, strengths and weaknesses. Face reading can help you in every aspect of your life. In relationships and love, it can help you to identify your soul mate. In the workplace as an employer, to find the best person for the job and as a parent or child, to understand tho …

The Brecht Forum is a space where human needs and culture come first. We stage 200 events each year connecting activists, artists and academics in a lively environment to support progressive movements.

Did you ever think, "Huh, I bet there are fun people in that department across the street. Too bad I'll never meet them." Come meet them!

The International Seminary for Interfaith Studies (ISIS) is the newest of the interfaith seminaries in New York City offering a unique program rooted in the energetic truths of the world's religions. One that brings all of these truths together to find the spark of Oneness in all of them. Our seminary is academically substantial and spiritually grounded while adding the dimensions of personal growth and development. This specialized curriculum goes further into understanding and working with the …

Teach to Excel Foundation, Ltd. (TTE) is a non-profit organization formed to improve professional capability of teachers/educators and to improve student education and career goals. The Teach to Excel Foundation, Ltd. (TTE) mission is to build teacher and leader capacity through high quality professional development and promotion of positive youth development in low-income communities to improve student outcomes. The TTE vision is that every student in high need, low-income, poverty schools and …

Our mission celebrates & support humanity and artworks global integration. Promoting cross-cultural art awareness, beauty of diversity through appreciation & support of the arts. Generating a unique opportunity of connections between artists and audiences. An opportunity to support/collaborate with artist and/or communities from culturally diverse backgrounds. Constructing art, cultural programs, activities & exhibits designed for integration. Academic and professional opportunities for the publ …

Are you interested in corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainability, and ethical business? Are you a professional in this field, blogger, student, academic or supporter? Do you want to learn more, explore new ideas, start or boost a career in this field? Then our Meetup group is for you! Join and become an active member by attending our events and networking with other professionals who share your interest in CSR. We develop opportunities to learn and get inspired, present and showcase …

We are an international organization for progressive business people to connect, and grow, with colleagues who share similar ethical values.  We also function as a non-partisan think tank, and organizing platform, for the moral transformation of corporate life. For too long, an ethos of selfishness and greed has permeated our corporate world.  From the Robber Barons of the 19th century, to the corrupt bankers and financeers who tanked the economy in 2008-- with their predatory lending and toxic …

A Meetup HQ group for occasionally getting together and reading a paper that is hard to understand. Generally one person can pick a paper and read it extra hard and give a short presentation, followed by discussion. If everyone else skims/reads the paper before hand, we can all help eachother understand it. Stay current on research, get sharp at maths.

Founded in 2011, SMASHH is a weekly happy hour which brings together scientists, technologists, academics, artists, designers and other types. We meet *every Thursday* from 7:00-9:00+ for hearty intellectual discussion and cheap drinks at Botanica Bar on Houston and Mulberry.

A group for like-minded space enthusiasts in the greater metropolitan, New York City area to discuss the formulation of feasible business plans for commercial space ventures. Whether an academic with a background in in astronomy, aeronautics, engineering or mining, a yen for entrepeneurial ventures or just a passion for the commercialization of space, this is the group for you. The only pre-requisite for membership-- having a keen interest in finance and business, in particular as it applies to …

The Virtual Commercialization & Acceleration Network is a virtual network of entrepreneurs, innovators, scientists, academics, professionals and investors that network and learn from each other.  You will be invited to frequent business education events that feature guest speakers who deliver presentations about their companies, business expertise, knowledge and experiences to educate, stimulate, inspire and inform attendees. If you are interested in raising capital, accelerating the growth of y …

NYC Algorithmic Trading is for anyone interested in creating and using algorithms in the financial markets. We arrange monthly talks from practicing quants, algorithmic traders, trading technology experts, and academics. Our focus is practical, rather than theoretical. We enjoy talking about how to automate the purchase and sale of securities using statistics, machine learning, data mining, and algorithms.

New York Philosophy - for those who like their philosophy with an edge. Welcome all total screaming geniuses who are modest and a tiny bit sexy. We meet, debate, drink, and socialize. Not always in that order. We prefer the applied over the academic, the topical over the ancient, the profane over the mundane. Topics range from matters of the day to matters of all time. Be sure to read our no-holds-barred, no-prisoners Attendance Policy. "Where are we going?" "Are you talking philosophicall …

This is a group for "startup lawyers": people in the legal profession that work with startups, tech startups, venture capitalists, angel investors, etc. Law students, general counsels, academics, activists and stakeholders welcome. This is NOT a sad meetup of attorneys to share leads, but wants to create ways for legal minds to learn together and share knowledge about various legal issues that affect startups. And yes, we get technical.

A gathering of all those interested in the discussion and study of signs, meaning systems, web science, thinking, language, and knowledge in digital and web spaces. Open to all disciplines: All interested individuals are welcome, including academics, philosophers, advertising professionals, communications professionals, independent researchers, computer scientists, digital anthropologists, linguists, designers, information architects, user experience, human interaction, developers, localization, …