I decided to start this Meetup group because more and more of the business networking events in the city are charging. Business is business, but this is a group for business professionals who want to network without paying. Entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, freelancers, recent grads, and anyone looking to connect about business should join.

Join to experience the power of the Cisco Cius, with tips and tricks on usage, infrastructure and business improvements via the Cius. First-hand interaction with IT and business users across the board, including security, VDI, Android and more.  Twitter: @CiusNYC Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Cius-User-Group/135218316554848  

Network groups tend to be on the boring side. We decided to spice it up a bit, and introduce you to people who know how to have a good time. Real entertainers, offering real entertainment, and hosting fantastic networking mixers. DJ's, Dancers, and Performers are hired by different companies constantly, thus have huge networks. We want you to take advantage of our network... and we'll entertain you. It's show, meets network group. When are you coming down?

The Young Jamaican Professionals Meetup (YJP) is looking to bring together like-minded individuals who have interests in the betterment of Jamaicans in the Diaspora as well as back home.  We will operate under the guidance and tutelage of the Jamaica Progressive League (the League); the League was founded in 1936 to improve the quality of life for all Jamaicans.  The League, which is headquartered in the Bronx, has continued to be a crucial component in the quest for positive immigration reform …

Mission Statement for Small Business Owners of NYC We are an organization of small business owners and entrepreneurs. Our group is for business owners and entrepreneurs of all levels from beginner to expert and everyone in-between. Our goal is to provide educational, motivational services and support. To share information, contacts and, strategies to ensure the success of SBONY Meetup Members.

Roaring. Raging. Whatever you like. These are "R" Twenties. Let's live em up! The R20S Group is a social and professional networking group to mix & mingle with alumni of prestigious schools currently residing in the NYC area. No other group caters exclusively to this age group (21-29) so get set to have some wild times! - find roommates - invite your friends to a party without over-crowding your apartment - propose your business ideas & find partners for your start-up - mingle with long lo …

By joining our meetup you will have the opportunity to network with other individuals who are or want to be involved in green business. We will be hosting events in New York City and across the country that will focus on Attainable, Measurable, & Sustainable business practices. Whether you offer eco friendly products and services, are a business owner who wants to green their office, or just someone who wants to expand their knowledge about being green, we welcome you to this group. Join us to l …

The changing landscape of the entertainment industry has made it even more necessary for industry professionals to think outside the box. Co-operative Studios' Industry Socials bring together entertainment professionals from different areas of the industry: from actors, writers, composers, directors and filmmakers; to agents, publicists, lawyers, and producers. It is a platform for industry professionals to gather in a relaxing, charming and stimulating environment, for the purpose of networking …

Join the growing Yale entrepreneurial community in New York City and become part of an exclusive network of Yale alumni entrepreneurs, investors, and other Yalies interested in entrepreneurship. Share new ideas, get advice on starting up, and discuss funding opportunities. Mix and mingle with potential collaborators, future business leaders, stalwart entrepreneurs, and the visionaries who fund their companies. You must be a Yale alum or recommended by a member to join this group. Members are …

This group is for NYC Chief Executives & Senior Management from all sectors to power-network and join forces! Come to see (and possibly meet) Mykolas Rambus, CIO of Forbes Media, at the IT Management Conference in NYC http://www.ManageIT.me/speakers/Mykolas_Rambus The IT Management Conference & Expo will also feature: Vikas Kapoor, President & CEO of iQor (9,000+ employees!) http://www.ManageIT.me/speakers/Vikas_Kapoor Gary Vaynerchuk, Internet Celebrity & Social Media Sommelier http://www. …

Bloggers School Social Media Marketing Classes Workshops Events NYC   If you are in NYC and you love blogging and new media you should join this group. That could be also an opportunity to figure out how can you put your business on social media and profit from Web 2.0 tools.   Bloggers School is an educational source for Social Media and Web 2.0 technologies. Bloggers School’s aim is to educate entrepreneurs, traditional publicists, and business owners on marketing themselves online with st …

  Greetings!   U.S. unemployment is actually over 50% if you factor for underemployment! For minorities, the rate is even higher!This is time to take charge of our career and venture dreams! Join us and be part of a new group in making!!   Welcome to this member-driven effort to create a forum for underemployed & unemployed mid-career professionals and educated small business owners in a tough economy ! Check below to see if this forum can benefit you and make you a marketable business professio …

P.S.  This unique public speaking forum is built on member feedback from our other popular business skills forum at: http://www.meetup.com/Entrepreneurship-Creative-Business-MBA/   Welcome to this member-run NYC Business Speaking Forum!   We are a new forum created from successful techniques of hundreds of successful people, focused specifically for entrepreneurs & managerial professionals that are looking for a practical platform for enhanc …

P.S. This forum is created to serve unique needs of existing and emerging business & financial professionals based on the feedback received from two general business forums (check out those forums!): 1. http://www.meetup.com/Entrepreneurship-Creative-Business-MBA/ 2. http://www.meetup.com/NYC-Practical-MBA-Forum/ _________________________________________________________________________ Greetings!   Welcome to this member-driven ef …

Looking to start a "Jelly" coworking environment for entrepreneurs Co-founder of a brand new Cloud startup looking to start a "Jelly" coworking environment for entrepreneurs. Lets you get out of the house, Starbucks, the library, etc and have a productive place to work where you can also inspired by and supported by like-minded entrepreneurs. Also looking for Hosts/Sponsors for working space(s) and resources. I'm not associated with this group, but this tells more about the benefits of a Jelly: …

This meetup is refreshingly different - mature black professionals connect not just to network, but also to socialize, rejuvenate and have fun! This group is for successful black women (40+) who are corporate or business professionals, entrepreneurs and/or independent contractors and want to connect socially with other interesting, inspiring and accomplished black women to kick-back, relax and unwind from the stresses of corporate and/or entrepreneurial life. YOU... live life to the fullest …