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About New York

Teeming with iconic locations where you can experience different cultures, taste cuisines from all over the world, admire world-renown art, and have fun, it's no overstatement to say you can experience the entire world in a city like New York. From Central Park and Rockefeller Center, to the stunning vistas of the New York City skyline, this jewel of the East Coast leaves everyone breathless.

With so many extraordinary sights to see, and so many people of different cultures and occupations to see them with, there is truly no better place to organize a networking event than in New York. And with its excellent array of lofts, galleries, and studios, you'll have no problem finding a venue to host one in.

Networking Event Options in New York

People are at the heart of every networking event, but things like good food, stunning decorations, and tasteful music can set the mood just right. Luckly, New York City is abound with network event services to help you make it flawless.

• Caterers
  Whether you are organizing an upscale dinner party or a relaxed lunch, there are plenty of catering companies in New York for every type of networking event. Many prepare vegan and vegetarian options, as well as dishes with meat, so you don’t have to worry about everyone’s preference. Lobster croquettes, frittatas, fresh fruit, and all kinds of sweet desserts are only some of the options you can choose from.
  
  
• Decorators
  With 175 years in the business, Dazian is a company that provides drapes and lighting that will add some style to your New York City loft venue location. You can choose from an array of styles, colors, and fabrics for your drapes and pair them up with amazing chandeliers or LED columns to achieve the effect you desire.
  
  The Style Marc is a company that has worked with Fortune 500 companies and has twenty years of experience under its belt. The company can provide custom furniture, floral arrangements, and drapes, as well as keep everything under your budget.
  
  
• Music
  Networking events are made for chatting and exchanging ideas, which doesn’t mean that you can’t hire a band to liven up the atmosphere. New York won’t disappoint – from live bands that play the greatest hits and DJs that will get everyone to dance to jazz groups with their relaxing beats and fusion bands that combine different genres, everyone can find their perfect fit.
  
  
• Clothing
  While there is often no dress code for networking events, you still want to look your best. If you don’t want to spend too much and still look stunning, you can rent anything from designer dresses and suits to less extravagant looks. Depending on the budget, you can also find great boutiques with affordable clothes, or go all out at some of the high fashion stores.
  
  
• Transportation
  A networking event can be local or you can have guests arriving from other cities and countries. Whatever the case, New York has companies that specialize in event and business transport. Depending on the number of people, you can rent a sedan, an SUV, a shuttle bus, and even a motor coach. Companies also offer to meet your guests at the airport and transport them to the venue of your choice.

Networking Event Planning Companies in New York

• Kraft Events
  With over twenty years of experience, the company organizes different types of events, including social and company events and galas. They offer a wide range of services such as lighting, entertainment, personal styling, and invitations. They can also help with event management and provide decorations.

• Eventique
  Having worked with famous companies such as Amazon and Nike, Eventique prepares everything from event conceptualization and creative direction, to logistics, planning and catering for your event. They also design exhibit displays and websites, and organize transportation and registration.

• Lindsay Landman Events

Lindsay Landman Events has been organizing weddings and corporate and social events in New York City for over twenty-years. Their services include planning and design – selecting vendors, developing a budget, and creating a timeline – as well as flower arrangements, décor, and stationery design.

Pros and Cons of Organizing a Networking Event in New York

Advantages:

• Diversity
  With so many people living in one place, you are bound to meet a lot of interesting individuals from different spheres of life.

• Venues
  From lofts and restaurants to hotels and auditoriums, New York has a venue for everyone’s taste and requirements.

• Companies
  There are plenty of large and small companies located in NYC, so you can invite people from different industries to your networking event.

Disadvantages:

• The weather
  It can get windy, so take that into account when planning your networking event in one of the wonderful open-air lofts.

• The traffic
  Getting from one place to another in the City That Never Sleeps can be a nightmare, so set off on time.

• The price
  If you want your event to be a success, organize your budget wisely because New York is one of the most expensive cities in the country.

Famous Networking Locations in the City

• Brooklyn Bridge
  Opened in the late 19th century, this architectural wonder crosses the East River and connects Manhattan and Brooklyn. It was the first fixed crossing of the river and today has a promenade for pedestrians that goes above the traffic, offering amazing views of the city.

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City, colloquially known as "the Met", is the largest art museum in the United States. Its permanent collection contains over 2 million works, divided among 17 curatorial departments. Not a bad sight to see for sore eyes.

• The Empire State Building
  Named after the nickname for the state of New York, this immense skyscraper was once the tallest one in the city. It's also one of the most popular attractions of NYC, as it offers unparalleled vistas of the sprawling metropolis below. Plan your networking activities around this iconic location by renting a Manhattan loft nearby.