Reverse Networking (AI) Event - Linkedin First, Meet Later
- Date
- 2025-07-05
- Location
- New York, NY, USA
- Host
- staaake
About this event
Most networking events ask you to walk into a room cold, make fast judgments, and hope the right conversations happen. This one flips that. Reverse Networking (AI) Event - Linkedin First, Meet Later is built for people who want more signal, less small talk, and a better way to meet others working in or around AI. What Is This? This is an in-person networking event in New York designed around a simple idea: start with context, then meet in person. Instead of relying only on name tags and quick introductions, the format puts LinkedIn and professional background at the center of how people connect. That matters in AI, where the room can include builders, operators, researchers, founders, job seekers, advisors, and people exploring the space from adjacent industries. When you know a little about someone's work before you talk, the conversation gets better fast. You can skip the vague opener and move straight into what they are building, what problems they care about, and where there may be overlap. This event is for people who want networking to feel more intentional. If you are interested in AI, autonomy, community, or the broader ecosystem forming around them, the goal is to create a setting where meeting the right people feels easier and more natural. What to Expect Expect a structured but social afternoon focused on making relevant introductions easier. The core idea is that attendees arrive ready to connect not just by chance, but with a clearer sense of who is in the room and why they might want to meet. You should expect a flow that supports both planned and spontaneous conversations, including: Time to arrive, get oriented, and settle into the format Opportunities to discover who else is attending and what they work on Open networking designed for one-on-one and small-group conversations A room full of people interested in AI, autonomy, startups, community building, and adjacent fields Because the event is centered on professional context, conversations are likely to be more specific than at a general meetup. Instead of spending the first five minutes figuring out what someone does, you can spend that time exploring collaboration, hiring, product feedback, research interests, operator insights, or market perspective. This also makes the event useful for different styles of attendees. If you are naturally outgoing, you will have more material to work with. If you are more selective or thoughtful about who you meet, the format gives you a better starting point and reduces the randomness that can make traditional networking feel inefficient. Why Attend If you care about AI, the value of a network is not just the number of people you know. It is the relevance of those relationships. This event is designed to help you make connections that are more likely to matter after the event ends. You might come to meet potential collaborators, future teammates, customers, investors, hiring managers, founders, researchers, or simply peers who understand the space you work in. You might also come because you are exploring your next move and want conversations with people who are already building, shipping, hiring, or thinking deeply about where AI is heading. A few reasons this format stands out: Better conversations: shared context leads to sharper questions and more useful introductions Less friction: you do not have to start from zero with every person you meet Higher relevance: professional background helps you identify who you most want to talk to Stronger follow-up: it is easier to continue a conversation after the event when the connection started with clear context For people in AI, autonomy, and startup ecosystems, this can be especially valuable. Many of the best opportunities come through well-matched introductions and informed conversations, not random volume. This event is built around that reality. Practical Details The event takes place in person in New York, USA on Saturday, July 5 at 3:00 PM EDT. It is intended for people who want real-world connection, not just another online thread or passive social post. Because the event is in person, come prepared to engage. That means being ready to introduce yourself clearly, talk about what you are working on, and meet others with curiosity and purpose. Since the format emphasizes LinkedIn-first context, it is also worth making sure your profile reflects how you want to be understood professionally. A few practical points to keep in mind: This is a networking-focused event, so expect conversation to be the main activity The setting is in person, which makes it ideal for deeper rapport and easier follow-up The start time is 3:00 PM EDT, so plan to arrive on time to get the most out of the room The event is especially relevant if your work or interests touch AI, autonomy, community, or startups If you have been wanting a smarter way to meet people in AI in New York, this is a strong format to try. It is direct, modern, and built for people who would rather have a few high-quality conversations than a stack of forgettable introductions.
Who should attend
This is for people who want networking to be more intentional, relevant, and useful than the usual room-full-of-strangers approach. - You work in **AI or an adjacent field** and want to meet others with real context before starting the conversation. - You are a **founder, builder, operator, researcher, or independent professional** looking for collaborators, hires, customers, or peers. - You are exploring **autonomy, applied AI, tooling, infrastructure, products, or community-building** and want sharper conversations with people in the space. - You are new to the New York AI scene and want a format that makes it easier to find the right people without relying on random introductions. - You are job searching, hiring, advising, or considering your next move and want to meet people in person in a way that feels more informed and less transactional. - You like the idea of using **LinkedIn as context, not as an afterthought**, so that the in-person time is spent on meaningful discussion rather than basic background exchange. If you want high-signal conversations and a better chance of meeting people who actually align with your work or interests, you will likely feel at home here.