Rippling Founder and VC Barry's Class #NYTechWeek
- Date
- 2025-06-02
- Location
- New York, NY, USA
- Host
- Rippling Startup Events Calendar
About this event
If you care about how great companies actually get built, this is the kind of morning worth protecting on your calendar. Rippling Founder and VC Barry's Class #NYTechWeek brings together startup-minded people in New York for a focused, in-person session designed to be more useful than a typical meetup and more conversational than a formal conference talk. Set early in the day, this event has the feel of a high-signal gathering: smart people, real questions, and a shared interest in company-building, investing, and the decisions that shape ambitious teams. Whether you work inside startups, back them, or want a clearer view of how founders think, this is a strong place to start your Monday. About the Event This event sits at the intersection of tech, community, networking, and practical insight. Framed as a class during #NYTechWeek, it suggests a format built around learning and discussion rather than passive attendance. That makes it especially appealing for people who want more than surface-level inspiration. Expect an in-person room full of founders, operators, investors, and startup-curious attendees who are looking for substance. The title points to a founder-and-VC lens, which means the conversation is likely to touch both sides of the startup equation: what it takes to build a company and how investors evaluate opportunities, decisions, and momentum. Because this is part of NYTechWeek, the event also carries the energy of a broader citywide moment. New York will already be full of builders, networkers, and people actively making things happen, so this class is a timely chance to plug into that ecosystem in a setting that feels intentional and grounded. What to Expect This is an in-person morning event in New York, which usually creates a sharper, more focused atmosphere than late-day social gatherings. People tend to arrive ready to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and make the most of the time. If you like events where conversation starts quickly and people are genuinely engaged, that early-hour format can be a real advantage. You can expect a blend of learning and connection, likely centered on a talk, class-style discussion, or guided conversation with room for context and nuance. Rather than broad startup generalities, the most valuable moments at events like this tend to come from hearing how experienced people think through specific problems: hiring, growth, product decisions, fundraising, leadership, and tradeoffs over time. A reasonable way to approach the event is to come prepared for three things: Listening for frameworks you can apply to your own work Asking sharper questions about building, scaling, or investing Meeting people who are serious about startups and technology Since the event is tagged as both networking and social, the room likely matters as much as the stage. The best conversations may happen before the session starts, right after it ends, or in the natural clusters that form around shared interests. Bring a point of view, a concise introduction to what you do, and a question or two you actually want answered. Why Attend There are plenty of startup events where you leave with a tote bag of vague ideas and very little to act on. This one is more compelling because the framing promises a class, not just a panel or mixer. That implies a clearer point of view, more structure, and a better chance of walking away with ideas you can use. If you are building something, operating inside a fast-moving company, or trying to deepen your understanding of startup dynamics, hearing from someone who bridges both founder and VC perspectives can be especially useful. Founders often optimize for speed, product, and survival; investors often see patterns across many companies. Getting both lenses in one room can sharpen your judgment. There is also real value in being around people who care about the same problems you do. Events like this can help you: Pressure-test your thinking against how others are approaching similar challenges Meet collaborators, future hires, or peers within the New York tech ecosystem Understand the language and expectations that shape startup and venture conversations Start NYTechWeek with momentum by putting yourself in a room with high-intent attendees For early-career attendees, this can be an efficient way to accelerate context. For more experienced founders, operators, or investors, it is a chance to compare notes, spot talent, and reconnect with the city's startup network in a setting that is likely to reward attention. Practical Details When: Monday, June 2 at 8:15 AM EDT Where: In person in New York, USA Because this is an in-person event with an early start, plan to arrive a little ahead of time if you want the best chance to settle in and meet people before things begin. Morning events tend to start with less drift than evening meetups, so being punctual matters. A few useful ways to prepare: Bring a quick, clear explanation of what you do Have one or two thoughtful questions in mind Be ready to stay present rather than treating it as a drop-in networking stop Dress for a professional but community-driven tech environment If you are mapping out your NYTechWeek schedule, this event makes sense as an anchor for the day: it is early, focused, and likely to put you in contact with exactly the kind of people you will want to know for the rest of the week. If your goal is to learn something concrete and meet ambitious people in New York tech, this is a strong room to be in.
Who should attend
This is for people who want sharper startup conversations, not just casual mingling. - You are a **founder or aspiring founder** and want to hear how experienced builders think about company creation, decision-making, and growth. - You work as an **operator at a startup or tech company** and want practical context you can apply to product, hiring, strategy, or execution. - You are an **investor, scout, or venture-curious attendee** looking to better understand founder thinking while meeting people active in the New York tech scene. - You are part of the **NYTechWeek crowd** and want an event that combines learning with high-quality in-person networking early in the week. - You value **small-signal details and real perspectives** more than polished conference answers, and you are likely to ask good questions. - You are building your network in **New York tech** and want to meet people who are ambitious, thoughtful, and actually engaged in startups.