Olá 🚀 Yorkseeders! #76

What's cooking this week? November 11th - November 18th

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Jessica Wong
November 10, 2024

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🚀 Greetings Yorkseeder!

Today’s Hello is in Portuguese 🇵🇹, Olá :-) What’s cooking this week within the Yorkseed radar? We are in Portugal! Yorkseed Master Side Event List is going viral in Lisbon right now! Here’s what’s happening across our global hubs:

Yorkseed Global Event Key Dates: Lisbon, London, Paris

November 11: 🇵🇹 Web Summit Kickoff: https://lu.ma/at4syxaz

November 12: 🇵🇹 Capital Conversations: WebSummit INVESTOR-ONLY Brunch: https://lu.ma/wu37v0kc 

November 12: 🇵🇹 Whispers & Ventures: Yorkseed Speakeasy Soirée: https://lu.ma/qbmdx7i3

November 13: 🇵🇹 Web Summit Unplugged: A Very Yorkseed Venture Ecosystem Nightcap: https://lu.ma/nni1ypey

🇵🇹 November 14: Yorkseed Passport Series: Web Summit Morning Wellness Recharge for Founders, VCs & Executives https://lu.ma/ewxl8swx

November 19: 🇬🇧 From Web Summit to London: Founders & Funders Mix & Mingle: https://lu.ma/qd985dro

November 25: 🇫🇷 Paris Ecosystem Mixer: Founders & Investors Night Out: https://lu.ma/mv0gxq27

To access links 🔗 for our global and conference hubs, visit: yorkseed.co/#about.

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If you would like to collaborate or sponsor us, please write me at [email protected] 

Many of you are already familiar with how Yorkseed began last year. What started as a passion project has grown beyond anything I could have imagined. As a solo founder, I kept pushing forward, driven by my love for this work, and over time, everything started to fall into place. Yorkseed has become your venture travel passport, with members—“Yorkseeders”—spread across the globe. No matter where you go or which conference you attend around the world, there's likely a Yorkseeder nearby, like the ever-present Dunkin' Donuts 🍩 across the U.S.

Updates and Communication: To streamline updates and key information, Yorkseed has launched a dedicated channel—think of it as a one-way newsfeed where everyone can follow us! https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaf0wiU3wtbBcxTEFD0h - This channel offers:

Channel updates:

- Founder stories and insights

- News on accelerators, applications, and funds worldwide

- This channel ensures followers receive selective, valuable information while maintaining anonymity. Engagement through emojis is available for quick reactions.

November 2024 Highlights: Yorkseed has hosted events in Sydney and New York City, with more to come in Lisbon, London, and Paris. This week, Yorkseed's influence expands at Web Summit in Lisbon with the return of the Yorkseed Passport Series, featuring 5 exclusive events. (We are going viral 🪩 again!) https://sitch.app/LinkList?s=HLsy7h4

Yorkseed™️: Global Venture Capital Network for Founders and Investors Overview

Founded in 2023 by Jessica Sophia Wong as something silly yet fun, Yorkseed™️ has rapidly become an influential venture network for founders and investors. Sparked by the success of a shared spreadsheet at SXSW, Yorkseed grew into a global community connecting entrepreneurs to investors and expanding market access.

Current Reach:

- 22 city hubs worldwide yorkseed.co/#about

- 17 conference and tech week hubs

- Events hosted in 5 countries

- 2 Venture Summits in 2024

- Thousands of subscribers, including Angels, VCs, GP/LPs, CVC, Institutional, Family Offices, and founders from early-stage to IPO

- ⁠Potential new city hubs: Zurich, Dublin, Boston, CDMX

Structure: Yorkseed operates as Yorkseed US, EU, Global, and Conferences. City hubs require approval for entry, while conference hubs are open during events, followed by a verification process for city hub membership.

Yorkseed continues to thrive as a global venture capital community connecting founders and investors. Soon, we will shift from calling it a "community" to a "network" to better reflect our evolving, venture-focused approach. Every effort has been about placing strategic dots around the world, building towards a cohesive and impactful network more toward venture focus. My passion for working with founders and investors is rooted in authenticity and genuine connections—core values that Yorkseed embodies to foster lasting relationships.

It’s that time of year again—Yorkseed is in Lisbon for Web Summit! And yes, our popular unofficial master side event spreadsheet is back! 🎉 This list is your go-to resource for all the must-attend side events happening around the conference, and it’s open for everyone to use and share with others heading to Lisbon. Whether you're a founder, investor, or just looking to network, this guide will keep you in the loop on the best happenings around Web Summit.

Yorkseed is organizing events at Web Summit and is currently seeking sponsors. If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact [email protected].

Websummit / VNTR Global Investor Summit 2024 Yorkseed Original Master Side Event List from Nov 9 - Nov 11

docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z-CSAENhQygbIPVqP5WbKbbVAGfJFYoixORwWyN8n9o/edit?usp=sharing

For those in town for Web Summit or VNTR Capital events, don’t miss out on joining our Lisbon hub. It’s the perfect place to connect with like-minded professionals, share insights, and make the most of your time in the city. See you in Lisbon!

Yorkseed Lisbon Hub (Websummit Edition)

WhatsApp Group Invite

chat.whatsapp.com/GoAbb3FppFXH2wj9okaz3n

November 11: Web Summit Kickoff by 307 Partners (Yorkseed Partner Event)
We’re bringing together over 25 venture funds, angel investors, accelerators, syndicates, and more than 40 tech founders, along with creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders—experienced professionals at the top of their game. Spots are limited, and entry is by invitation only or through the waitlist for verification and approval.

Web Summit Kickoff by 307 Partners · 11/11

​Together with 307 Partners, Yorkseed, and Spalah, we invite friends to our side event on the first official day — the Private Networking Evening, happening on November 11th in Lisbon.

lu.ma/at4syxaz?tk=Tc89dD

Join us on November 12 for an exclusive investor-only brunch hosted by AgileGTM Blockchain Fund, a pan-European pre-seed VC focused on B2B blockchain applications, alongside Yorkseed, a leading global network connecting founders and investors across all sectors.

Capital Conversations: WebSummit INVESTOR-ONLY Brunch · 11/12

WebSummit INVESTOR-ONLY Brunch Limited Spots Available!

lu.ma/wu37v0kc

Whispers & Ventures: Yorkseed Speakeasy Soirée for Founders & Investors. Join us at an exclusive Web Summit side event hosted by Yorkseed in an intimate speakeasy cocktail bar. This gathering is designed for select founders raising capital for Q1/Q2 2025 and investors deploying funds.

Whispers & Ventures: A Yorkseed Speakeasy Soirée for Founders & Investors · 11/12

Founders & Investors Exclusive Event in Lisbon During Web Summit Experience one of Web Summit’s most exclusive side events, hosted by Yorkseed at an intimate…

lu.ma/qbmdx7i3

Join us for an exclusive event Web Summit Unplugged: A Very Yorkseed Venture Ecosystem Nightcap in Lisbon during Web Summit, tailored for seed-stage founders and investors. Celebrate the launch of Kantso Agency in a welcoming setting that fosters meaningful networking, collaboration, and forward-thinking discussions on the future of tech and innovation.

Web Summit Unplugged: A Very Yorkseed Venture Ecosystem Nightcap · 11/13

Bridging the Gap: Seed-Stage Founders & Investors Exclusive Gathering at Web Summit in Lisbon, Celebrating Kantso Agency’s Launch

lu.ma/nni1ypey

Join us for the Yorkseed Passport Series: Web Summit Morning Wellness Recharge, a final frenzy event designed for founders, VCs, and executives. This rejuvenating morning session focuses on conscious wellness, offering a refreshing break to reflect and recharge after the summit. Connect with fellow leaders in a relaxing environment while exploring practices that promote mindfulness and well-being.

Yorkseed Passport Series: Web Summit Morning Wellness Recharge for Founders, VCs & Executives · 11/14

(Details coming soon) Yorkseed Passport Series final frenzy Get access to our Websummit Original Master Side Event Spreadsheet…

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We’re excited to announce the X anniversary edition of the CC Forum, focusing on Investment in Sustainable Development, happening in early December in Paris. Yorkseed is proud to be a community partner for this prestigious event.

Known as "green Davos," the CC Forum has successfully convened in locations like London, Bahrain, and Monaco, attracting notable figures such as HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco and Ban Ki-moon.

This year, leading global investment funds, family offices, venture capital firms, and innovative startups will discuss critical topics like Climate Change, Clean Energy, and Impact Investment.

As a Yorkseed member, enjoy a 20% VIP discount on registration using the code YORKSEED20VIP at checkout. Don’t miss this chance to engage with key stakeholders and contribute to impactful conversations. Register now at CCForum Paris Registration.

Access to our local hubs is restricted to founders, investors, executives, or individuals actively involved in the local tech innovation sector or frequently visiting the local city for work. Interested to become a Yorkseeder ? Join your local hubs today! (Approval required) Paris, New York City, Austin, Miami, D.C., Los Angeles, Bay Area, Hong Kong, Lisbon, Sydney, Munich, Berlin, Helsinki, London, Singapore, Rio, Buenos Aires, Toronto, Montreal, Dubai, Global Hub (International)

Yorkseed is going places, and with your generous donations, we can ensure it continues to flourish. Your support will enable us to maintain and enhance the platform, bringing even more value to our community. Please consider making a DONATION today to help us keep Yorkseed running smoothly. $25 goes a long way! ❤️

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November 11th - November 18th

NYC hub

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Bay Area hub

Austin hub

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D.C. hub

Los Angeles hub

Miami hub

🌴🚀Miami Turks in Tech🎉 - 11/13

Paris hub

London hub

Founderthon - 11/18

Lisbon hub

Please refer to Yorkseed Websummit spreadsheet for events happening from Nov 9th to Nov 18th

Websummit / Portugal Tech Week / VNTR Global Investor Summit 2024 Yorkseed Original Master Side Event List

docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Z-CSAENhQygbIPVqP5WbKbbVAGfJFYoixORwWyN8n9o/edit?usp=sharing

Munich hub

Berlin hub

Pitch & Pizza - 11/15

 Helsinki hub

Montreal hub

Toronto hub

Rio de Janeiro hub

Buenos Aires hub

Dubai hub

Hong Kong hub

Singapore hub

Sydney hub

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Message from the Yorkseed House ...

Our WhatsApp Global hubs are where I will be strictly sharing special events that are happening around the local city related to Founders + Investors + Tech Executives focus only.

Our WhatsApp Conference Groups are for conferences goers to share invites, arrange meetups and set meetings specifically for Founders + Investors + Tech Executives focus only. We also provide a spreadsheet of non-badge holder master side event list for all conference goers! We believe everyone should have access to all the top notch side events without paying a premium price!

Looking for volunteers to run some of these hubs. Global Hub, Paris, New York City, Austin, Miami, D.C., Los Angeles, Bay Area, Hong Kong, Singapore, Lisbon, Sydney, Munich, Berlin, Helsinki, London, Rio, Buenos Aires, Toronto, Montreal, Dubai, Global Hub (International). Some people already interested in some of them, though I do need more! If you are from a city that is not on the list and are interested in creating a local hub, please reach out to me!

What does a local hub volunteer / co-organizer do?

  • Run a YorkseedTM event once a month. It must be Founders + Investors + Tech Executives focus. I am open to all sort of events from happy hours to panels, or even demo nights. To make it easier, it can be a co-branded event with another company.

  • Collect mailing list, YorkseedTM database building from all the attendees. Partnership, investor or collaboration opportunities for YS.

  • Feed me any local events you know will be coming up in the local city, and I will include them the newsletter.

The perks of being a local hub volunteer? You are exposed to high-level individuals, and infinite opportunities will come your way!

Sounds exciting for you? Write me at  [email protected] / Jessica Sophia Wong

❤️ Join our database 👉 https://forms.gle/C8uQChh41JknpxPYA

I am in a process of curating a several exclusive mailing list, all the collected information is private and will not be shared. What do I do with it? Exclusive event invites, founders + investors matching from different sectors and some other cool stuff.

If you would like to register in our public database, please fill out the Google form above and select the part where you provide your consent to be on the public list.

Interested to sponsor this newsletter or partner on in-person events in NYC or one of the local hubs, write me at : [email protected] 

We added a new Yorkseed General Support Group! This is general support system for anyone in the idea stage, early stage, or facing hardship while building your startups. In this group you’ll meet other technical people or entrepreneurs who face challenges. You are not alone in this journey.

Founders looking to raise or sell / Investors - looking for deal flow / Executives looking to work together

I like to invite you to fill out our new Yorkseed's Founder and Investor Submission Form. https://forms.gle/QPekQGaAAqPkonby7

Yorkseed Founders looking to raise or sell / Investors - looking for deal flow / Executives looking to work together, please fill out our submission form.forms.gle/1TZ2cGgvepHuSe678

Our 2024 Conference Hubs (with spreadsheets):

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