GLOBAL VENTURE NETWORK

Yorkseed is a curated global venture network connecting founders, strategic investors, venture fund managers, and ecosystem leaders across major innovation capitals. We convene high signal gatherings where founders meet investors, fund managers connect with LPs, FO, and capital aligns in trusted, relationship driven environments.

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Global Capital. Trusted Access. Curated Influence.

Across major innovation and financial capitals, we host curated gatherings, private investor salons, conference activations, and venture forums that bring together founders, strategic investors, venture fund managers, and ecosystem leaders.These high signal environments create disciplined pathways for founders to engage investors and for fund managers to connect with LPs, FOs, and allocators within trusted networks built for long term alignment.As the network evolves, we are expanding into selective co investments through the development of Yorkseed Capital, alongside a flagship global convening that will unite capital and industry leaders on an international stage. We collaborate with aligned partners committed to advancing innovation with depth, integrity, and sustained impact.

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HOSTED IN NEW YORK AND TORONTO

venture summit

From New York Tech Week to Collision Conference in Toronto, Yorkseed has hosted curated Venture Summits that convene founders, investors, fund managers, and capital allocators within trusted, high signal environments.These gatherings demonstrate Yorkseed’s role in bringing together capital and conviction across major innovation hubs.The next Yorkseed Summit will expand this vision into a flagship global convening designed to unite capital, founders, and industry leaders at scale.

GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS

yorkseed partners

Yorkseed collaborates with leading conferences, institutions, venture platforms, and ecosystem builders across global innovation hubs.
Our partnerships are built on trust, long-term alignment, and shared commitment to high-signal gatherings that connect capital, founders, and operators meaningfully.We are selective about who we build with — every partnership reflects the standards of the Yorkseed network.

GLOBAL CONFERENCE PARTNERSHIPS

OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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CO-HOSTED GLOBAL EVENTS

GLOBAL VENTURE network

PARTNER. INVEST. LEAD.

Yorkseed is evolving into a global venture platform connecting capital, founders, and ecosystem leaders across 50+ international hubs.Beyond curated gatherings, we are building structured infrastructure — expanding the Yorkseed Insider Investor Circle, developing a role-based membership ecosystem, preparing our flagship Yorkseed Summit, and laying the foundation for Yorkseed Capital.Yorkseed operates at the intersection of capital and community — organizing disciplined alignment across markets.

GLOBAL GATHERINGS

events

Yorkseed convenes curated gatherings across major innovation hubs, bringing together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders in high signal environments. From private investor salons to conference side activations and digital forums, each gathering is designed to foster trusted relationships and long term alignment.

Private, Deal-by-Deal Co-Investments

yorkseed capital

Yorkseed Capital structures selective SPVs to provide curated, deal-by-deal access to early-stage and growth companies.Opportunities are offered privately to qualified investors within our network and are not publicly solicited.

GLOBAL RESOURCE

conference side events spreadsheet

Yorkseed curates and maintains a live database of high-signal side events hosted alongside major global tech conferences.Designed for founders, investors, and operators, the spreadsheet helps you navigate key venture moments — from invite-only salons to curated ecosystem gatherings.Stay ahead of the conference noise. Access the rooms that matter.

global venture platform

membership

A global platform organizing capital and opportunity across emerging ecosystems. Membership unlocks access, visibility, and strategic alignment at scale.

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VENTURE EDUCATION SERIES

Yorkseed expert session

Yorkseed Expert Sessions is Yorkseed’s global digital forum — a curated online series co-hosted with trusted experts across venture, technology, capital, and innovation.Each session is topic-driven and insight-led, offering founders and investors access to experienced voices, practical frameworks, and real ecosystem intelligence.

Interested in sponsoring or co-hosting a Yorkseed Expert Session? We collaborate with aligned partners and subject-matter leaders across global markets.To explore partnership opportunities, please email us or complete the inquiry form.

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GLOBAL GATHERINGS

Yorkseed Passport Series

A curated series of global gatherings hosted alongside the world’s leading tech conferences and venture moments. From New York to Lisbon to Paris to Sydney, each Passport event is intentionally designed for high-quality connection — not scale.

What Is the Passport Series?

The Yorkseed Passport Series brings together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders in curated, relationship-driven environments. We prioritize trust over volume, meaningful conversations over transactional networking, and long-term alignment over short-term visibility.

Why Partner With Yorkseed?

To co-host a Passport event is to join a trusted global circle. Partners gain access to curated capital relationships, international ecosystem visibility, and cross-border collaboration across Yorkseed’s global hubs. We are selective about who we build with — every partnership reflects the standards of the Yorkseed network.

Each Passport event is built around signal, substance, and shared ambition.Interested in co-hosting during a major conference? Submit a partnership inquiry or email partnership@yorkseed.co

2025

Web Summit Lisbon edition

1. 🥂 Yorkseed Cocktails & Connections | Web Summit Pre-Game - Nov 9th
2. Yorkseed After Dark | Web Summit Pre-Game After Party 🥳
3. 🥂 The Yorkseed Soirée: Web Summit Lisbon 2025 Kickoff Party - Nov 10th
4. Yorkseed Passport Series: Finding Signal in the AI & SaaS Investment Boom - Nov 11th
5. Yorkseed Dancing & Connection Night: Bachata Workshop, Web Summit Lisbon - Nov 13th
6. Yorkseed Web Summit Final Whisper: Founders & Investors Closing Soirée - Nov 13th
7. AI x Women Breakfast meetup - Nov 14th

GITEX x NORTHSTAR edition

Yorkseed Passport Series: Deals at Dusk GITEX Dubai Edition - Oct 13th

NYC Climate Tech x UNGA edition

1. Yorkseed Roundtable: The Future of Climate Risk Intelligence - Sept 24th
2. CREATANT x Yorkseed: Digital Visual Arts & Innovation - Sept 26th

SXSW London | London tech week edition

Yorkseed Passport Series: Brunch and Network - Jun 9th

New York tech week edition

1. Yorkseed Passport Series: Web3 Connect Social Hour - Jun 2nd
2. Venture Salon: A Curated Evening for Founders & Investors - Jun 3rd
3. Venture Vitality Health Tech Investor Roundtable - Jun 6th

Viva tech edition

1. Yorkseed Passport Series: Co-working at Bastille - Jun 9th
2. Yorkseed Passport Series: AI Salon x The Future of Finance - Jun 13th
3. Midnight in Paris: Yorkseed VivaTech Afterparty - Jun 14th

SXSW Austin edition

1. Yorkseed House @ SXSW - Mar 9th
2. Yorkseed House Investor Panel - Beyond The Check - Mar 9th
3. Yorkseed Passport Series: Walk And Talk Edition - Mar 11th
4. Yorkseed Passport Series: SXSW Coffee & Connections - Mar 12th

World Economic Forum Davos edition

Yorkseed Java & Journeys: Conversations That Inspire Change - Jan 20th

CES Las Vegas edition

1. Yorkseed Passport Series: CES Brews & Breakthroughs - Jan 9th
2. Yorkseed Passport Series: The Deal Hour - Jan 9th

2024

Web Summit Lisbon edition

1. Web Summit Kickoff by 307 Partners - Nov 11th
2. Yorkseed Passport Series: Capital Conversations: WebSummit INVESTOR-ONLY Brunch - Nov 12th
3. Yorkseed Passport Series: Whispers & Ventures: A Yorkseed Speakeasy Soirée for Founders & Investors - Nov 12th
4. Web Summit Unplugged: A Very Yorkseed Venture Ecosystem Nightcap - Nov 13th
5. Yorkseed Passport Series: Whispers & Ventures: Post-Web Summit Morning Wellness Recharge for Founders, VCs & Executives - Nov 14th
6. Oh Dear Lisbon: Yorkseeders Cocktails Night Out - Nov 14th

sxsw Sydney edition

Yorkseed Passport Series: Sydney Walk and Talk Edition - Oct 17th

sxsw Austin edition

1. Yorkseed Passport Series: SXSW Pre-Game - Mar 7th
2. Yorkseed Passport Series: Walk And Talk Edition - Mar 9th
3. Yorkseed Passport Series: Unfiltered Mental Health Chat - Mar 11th
4. Yorkseed Passport Series: Crowdfunding | Customer Acquisition - Mar 12th
5. Rejuvenate Post-SXSW with Intentional Connection - Mar 18th

New York spring edition

1. Yorkseed Passport Series: Authentic Connections - May 19th
2. Yorkseed Passport Series: Authentic Connections (After Hours) - May 19th

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GLOBAL FOOTPRINT

yorkseed hubs

Yorkseed operates a growing network of global city hubs connecting founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders across the world’s most active innovation markets.Each hub is locally driven and globally connected — fostering trusted relationships, curated gatherings, and cross-border opportunity. From New York to Paris, Lisbon to Hong Kong, our hubs serve as high-signal access points into venture ecosystems worldwide.

Membership & Application

Membership is curated to preserve the integrity and quality of each hub.
To apply, please provide:Your role within the innovation ecosystem (founder, investor, executive, operator, etc.)How you discovered Yorkseed
Your current city base
Your LinkedIn profile or professional websiteFreemium membership is typically limited to your home city or a city where you are actively engaged. We prioritize members who contribute, collaborate, and build — not passive participants.

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    01 - Strategic & Conference Partnerships

    Yorkseed serves as an Official Community Partner across leading global innovation conferences. We curate high-signal investor salons, founder roundtables, and private delegations that connect capital with opportunity.Ideal for:
    • Global tech conferences
    • Innovation summits
    • Institutional ecosystem platforms
    • Cross-border delegations    Conference Partnership Inquiry

    02 - Sponsors & Co-Hosts

    Through the Yorkseed Passport Series and global activations, we collaborate with aligned sponsors and co-hosts. Our gatherings are curated, relationship-driven, and designed for long-term positioning — not transactional visibility.We partner with:
    • Venture funds
    • Family offices
    • Corporate innovation teams
    • Strategic service providers
    • Premium venue partners    Sponsorship & Co-Host Inquiry

    03 - Investor Circle & Capital

    The Yorkseed Insider Investor Circle connects a curated group of vetted capital allocators across our global hubs. Members receive curated introductions and high-quality opportunities sourced through trusted relationships. The Circle also enables thoughtful co-investment among aligned investors.Participation is subject to review.Investor Circle Application

    04 - Yorkseed Summit

    Yorkseed is preparing its flagship Summit — a global convening of founders, institutional capital, ecosystem operators, and decision-makers shaping the future of innovation.The Summit will reflect Yorkseed’s ethos: curated, globally connected, and high-signal.We are currently seeking:
    • Founding Sponsors
    • Strategic Partners
    • Institutional Collaborators
    • Curated Speakers
    • Media & Ecosystem Partners    Summit Partner & Speaker Inquiry

    05 - Fellows & City Leaders

    Yorkseed continues expanding its global footprint through City Leaders and Fellows who represent and operate within local ecosystems.
    This role offers direct exposure to venture networks, capital allocators, and global conference activations — designed for ambitious, execution-driven individuals.    Fellows and Leaders help strengthen Yorkseed’s presence across markets.Fellowship & City Leader Application

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    how we started

    our story

    It started with a train ride.During a three-hour journey from New York City to Washington, DC, our founder created what would become the viral SXSW 2023 “Unofficial Events” master list — a curated spreadsheet of badge-free events happening across Austin. What began as a spontaneous project quickly became one of the most shared grassroots resources of the week.Armed with a printed QR code, she walked the streets of Austin inviting founders and investors to scan and access the list. Within hours, it spread across the ecosystem.
    Momentum turned into action.    With just one hour of planning, she hosted an exclusive Founders x Investors SXSW Mixer. It sold out immediately, with attendees turned away at the door.The signal was clear.
    Upon returning to New York, she expanded the concept — beginning with an Earth Day Charity Brunch and a curated WhatsApp group connecting founders and investors. That proof of concept evolved into Yorkseed™: an exclusive global venture network uniting high-caliber founders, strategic investors, and ecosystem leaders across major innovation hubs.
    Today, Yorkseed spans 50 global hubs and connects 10,000+ members across leading cities and conferences worldwide.    Yorkseed is not an event company.
    It is a high-signal venture platform built on trust, access, and long-term relationship capital.    Access is intentional.
    Connections are curated.
    Relationships compound.    As Yorkseed grows, the vision expands beyond connection into venture — building toward backing high-growth startups and convening global capital through flagship gatherings.
    From a train ride to a global venture platform.
    That is Yorkseed.

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    Podcasts, interviews, articles, stories, and news featuring Yorkseed™

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    Deux New-Yorkaises Secouent Paris : Club Y et YorkSeed Réinventent L’écosystème Startup EuropéenTwo New Yorkers Shake Up Paris: Club Y and Yorkseed Reinvent Europe’s Startup

    Expando AI™ Gains Strategic Insights on Partner-Led Growth at Yorkseed Station F (Paris, Aug 2025)Yorkseed™ hosted an intimate Station F Communal Lunch in Paris, bringing together international founders and innovators for strategic conversations on global growth, fundraising, and cross-cultural business challenges. Among the guests was Expando AI™ Co-Founder & CEO Xavier Roso, who shared insights on channel partnerships and international expansion while engaging with global builders in a collaborative setting. The gathering highlighted Yorkseed’s unique approach to curating high-value, founder–investor connections in trusted spaces.

    How Cool Is This? Podcast – SXSW 2025 Special (Austin, March 2025)At SXSW 2025, Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder of Yorkseed™, joined the How Cool Is This? Podcast live from The Lively Grit Daily House. In this candid conversation, she shared her SXSW origin story, the viral moment that launched Yorkseed, and her unique perspective on community, creativity, and staying authentic while building a global venture network.The episode dives into Jessica’s philosophy of keeping an open mind, trying everything at least once, and leading with trust and intentionality — all values that continue to shape Yorkseed’s rapid growth.

    Yorkseed at the Asian Financial Forum – Mission Leader for France (Hong Kong, Jan 2025)At the Asian Financial Forum (AFF) in Hong Kong — one of Asia’s premier gatherings of policymakers, investors, and business leaders — Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder of Yorkseed™, served as Mission Leader for the French Delegation.Representing both France and Yorkseed, Jessica joined forces with global ecosystem builders, including Kelly Zhang from Creative Valley and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, to advance conversations on venture innovation, cross-border investment, and international collaboration.
    With over 3,600 attendees from 50+ countries, AFF provided a global stage for Yorkseed’s mission of connecting founders and investors across borders. Jessica’s presence highlighted Yorkseed’s growing role as a community partner bridging Asia, Europe, and North America in venture capital.

    Roastbrief: Yorkseed Featured in The Super Connectors Video Podcast (May 2025)Roastbrief US highlighted Yorkseed™ in coverage of The Super Connectors, a video podcast series for introstars hosted by Mike Adams and produced with POD LDN. The LinkedIn-first series features nine episodes with leading global “super connectors” sharing insights on relationship-building, networking, and the power of introductions.Among the featured voices was Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder & CEO of Yorkseed™, recognized for her role in building intentional founder–investor ecosystems and scaling Yorkseed from a viral spreadsheet into a global venture platform.

    Mediashotz: Yorkseed Featured in The Super Connectors Video Podcast (May 2025)Mediashotz reported on POD LDN’s post-production work for The Super Connectors, a LinkedIn-first video podcast series by introstars hosted by Mike Adams. The nine episodes highlight global “super connectors” sharing their strategies for building meaningful professional relationship.
    Among the featured leaders was Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder & CEO of Yorkseed™, who discussed her role in fostering intentional communities, connecting founders and investors, and scaling Yorkseed into a global venture platform.

    Yorkseed Venture Summit with StartupFuel – New York Tech Week Edition (YRB Magazine, Jun 2024)

    Orbis86 & Yorkseed Meet & Greet at NFT.NYC – Web3 x AI Edition (Medium, Apr 2024)During NFT.NYC 2024, Yorkseed™ partnered with Orbis86 and sponsors including Hedera, Google Cloud, and Unstoppable Domains to co-host the Future of Tech: Web3 x AI Meet & Greet. This gathering brought together industry leaders, investors, and innovators at the intersection of two transformative technologies — Web3 and artificial intelligence.Highlights included a fireside chat on AI trust and transparency, a panel spotlighting women driving innovation in Web3 & AI, and dynamic sessions on blockchain adoption, digital art, and the future of decentralized technology. The event exemplified Yorkseed’s role in convening thought leaders and catalyzing global conversations around the technologies shaping tomorrow.

    Crypto Reporter: Yorkseed × Supermoon Soirée at Web Summit Lisbon with Near Protocol (Nov 2023)Crypto Reporter featured Yorkseed™ in coverage of the Founders & Investors Soirée hosted in Lisbon alongside Supermoon and Near Protocol. The private event welcomed 120 handpicked founders and investors at Fintech House, blending curated networking with a unique culinary experience by an influencer chef flown in from Barcelona.The soirée set the stage for Web Summit by fostering meaningful conversations in tech and Web3, elevating collaboration and long-term relationships. Yorkseed’s role as a co-host underscored its mission to connect global founders and investors across ecosystems.

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    Yorkseed Venture Summit with StartupFuel – New York Tech Week Edition (YRB Magazine, Jun 2024)During New York Tech Week 2024, Yorkseed™, founded by Jessica Sophia Wong, co-hosted the first-ever Yorkseed Venture Summit with StartupFuel at Polsinelli’s newly renovated 33rd floor offices in New York City. The summit featured a diverse lineup of speakers, including leaders from BlackLion, Papa Bear Ventures, Builders, SxanPro, and Principia Growth, covering the full spectrum of venture fundraising — from pre-seed to Series B, private equity, and beyond.The event also showcased the Pitchbox Founder Showcase, where startups such as Amico App, Block Convey, Creative 3D Technologies, Intero AI, Kast, Tavern Community Coworking, and SkySurf Travel presented their innovations. With 700+ events happening across the city, YRB highlighted the Yorkseed Venture Summit as a standout of the week, underscoring Yorkseed’s fast-growing influence in venture and community-building.

    🏆 FOUNDER SQUARE — TOP 25 FOUNDERS (2025 YEAR-END EDITION) - YORKSEED

    Viral Community Turned Venture Network: The Story of Yorkseed™In the venture capital world, credibility often comes from pedigrees—MBAs, investment banking, or big tech roles. Jessica Sophia Wong had none of that. What she had was a spreadsheet, a QR code, and a gift for connecting people who genuinely needed each other.
    What began as a viral spreadsheet at SXSW 2023 has since evolved into Yorkseed™, a global venture network connecting 10,000+ founders and investors across 50+ hubs worldwide. From its accidental beginnings to hosting hundreds of curated events and building a trusted ecosystem for capital and collaboration, Yorkseed has redefined how entrepreneurs and investors connect across borders.
    Jessica’s story is one of authenticity, resilience, and intentional community-building—proof that the future of venture doesn’t need to follow a traditional path.

    What Happens When Founders and Investors Stop Pitching and Start Listening (Workspace Global, Jun 2025)The Yorkseed London Expert Session proved that the most powerful rooms don’t always come with spotlights—they’re built through intentional conversation. Hosted by Jessica Sophia Wong and Sydney Sam, the session focused on Brand. Purpose. Revenue. and gave early-stage founders direct access to experienced entrepreneurs, angels, and VCs. With over 10,000 members across 30+ hubs, Yorkseed continues to create curated spaces where growth is fueled not by pitches, but by listening, clarity, and authentic storytelling.

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    At the 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), which gathered more than 3,600 policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts from over 50 countries, Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder of Yorkseed™, was featured in an exclusive video interview with China Daily.    Serving as Mission Leader for the French Delegation, Jessica shared insights on venture innovation, cross-border ecosystems, and the future of global founder–investor collaboration. She represented both France and Yorkseed™ on an international stage, reinforcing Yorkseed’s role as a community partner of AFF and a trusted bridge between entrepreneurs and capital.This global spotlight underscored Yorkseed’s expanding influence in shaping international venture conversations.

    Little Black Book: Yorkseed Featured in The Super Connectors Video Podcast (May 2025)

    Little Black Book: Yorkseed Featured in The Super Connectors Video Podcast (May 2025)Little Black Book (LBB) reported on POD LDN’s post-production work for The Super Connectors, a video podcast series by introstars hosted by Mike Adams. The series spotlights leading global connectors and their approach to relationship-building in business.Among the featured voices was Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder & CEO of Yorkseed™, who shared insights on building intentional founder–investor communities, the power of curated introductions, and Yorkseed’s journey from a viral SXSW spreadsheet to a global venture ecosystem.

    The Super Connectors Podcast – Building Yorkseed from the Ground Up (London Recording, May 2025)During her time in London, Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder of Yorkseed™, joined Mike Adams on The Super Connectors Podcast to share the unfiltered journey of how a spreadsheet and WhatsApp group at SXSW evolved into Yorkseed’s 50+ global hubs and investor events spanning five continents.The conversation dives into community, creativity, and the long-term power of meaningful connections in venture. Jessica highlights her philosophy on intentional introductions, protecting culture, and building with authenticity rather than hype.

    Startup Legends Podcast – Yorkseed Venture Community (Episode #19, May 2024)During NFT.NYC 2024, Yorkseed™ partnered with Orbis86 and sponsors including Hedera, Google Cloud, and Unstoppable Domains to co-host the Future of Tech: Web3 x AI Meet & Greet. This gathering brought together industry leaders, investors, and innovators at the intersection of two transformative technologies — Web3 and artificial intelligence.Highlights included a fireside chat on AI trust and transparency, a panel spotlighting women driving innovation in Web3 & AI, and dynamic sessions on blockchain adoption, digital art, and the future of decentralized technology. The event exemplified Yorkseed’s role in convening thought leaders and catalyzing global conversations around the technologies shaping tomorrow.

    Triumph for Supermoon & Yorkseed at Web Summit Lisbon (Nov 2023)Yorkseed™, in collaboration with Supermoon and Near Protocol, co-hosted the exclusive Founders & Investors Soirée at Lisbon’s iconic Fintech House. The event welcomed 120 handpicked founders and investors for an evening of high-level networking, meaningful dialogue, and culinary innovation — setting the stage for the global Web Summit. This soirée became a landmark moment for Yorkseed’s growing reputation as a global connector in venture and Web3.

    United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Bunchful Innovation Award – Future of Philanthropy World Summit - Recipient Yorkseed (New York City, Nov 2023)

    Emerging NYC Business Leadership at Gracie Mansion – Yorkseed Recognized at NYC Innovation Night (Apr 6, 2023)

    United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Bunchful Innovation Award – Future of Philanthropy World Summit Recipient Yorkseed (New York City, Nov 2023)

    At the Future of Philanthropy World Summit, held at Lincoln Center in New York City, Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder & CEO of Yorkseed™, was honored with the Bunchful Innovation Award for her pioneering climate action advocacy.
    The Summit, aligned with World Kindness Day and hosted by Bunchful Enterprises, convened global changemakers to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on SDG #3: Good Health & Well-Being. Leaders from over 50 countries gathered to celebrate individuals and organizations making transformative contributions to global health, sustainability, and community impact.    Jessica’s recognition highlighted Yorkseed’s commitment to driving innovation and fostering cross-border collaboration for a more sustainable and equitable future.

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    Emerging NYC Business Leadership at Gracie Mansion – Yorkseed Recognized at NYC Innovation Night (Apr 6, 2023)

    At the Mayor’s Residence, Gracie Mansion Conservancy hosted NYC Innovation Night: Conversations at Gracie Mansion, bringing together civic leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators shaping the city’s future. The evening featured a fireside chat with NYC’s Chief Technology Officer and a reception spotlighting standout contributors to New York’s entrepreneurial landscape.Among the honorees was Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder of Yorkseed™, Jessica received the Emerging NYC Business Leader Award, honoring her commitment to community-building, venture ecosystem growth, and advancing civic-minded entrepreneurship in New York City and beyond.

    Link to the Full Invitation | Link to Event Recap

    Deux New-Yorkaises Secouent Paris : Club Y et YorkSeed Réinventent L’écosystème Startup EuropéenTwo New Yorkers Shake Up Paris: Club Y and Yorkseed Reinvent Europe’s Startup Ecosystem

    Léo Thevenet from Le Café du Geek reported on how two New Yorkers, Iva Skojo and Jessica Sophia Wong, are reshaping Europe’s startup ecosystem from Paris through Club Y and Yorkseed. The article highlights their complementary approaches to building human-centered, cross-border communities for founders and investors. Among the profiled innovators was Jessica Sophia Wong, Founder & CEO of Yorkseed™, who shared how she transformed a viral SXSW spreadsheet into a global venture network spanning 50 city hubs. She discussed her mission to democratize access to strategic startup information, connect founders and investors across continents, and position Paris as Yorkseed’s European base for a new, agile model of innovation and collaboration.Léo Thevenet de Le Café du Geek a rapporté comment deux New-Yorkaises, Iva Skojo et Jessica Sophia Wong, redéfinissent l’écosystème startup européen depuis Paris à travers Club Y et Yorkseed. L’article met en avant leurs approches complémentaires visant à bâtir des communautés transfrontalières et humaines pour les fondateurs et les investisseurs. Parmi les innovatrices présentées figure Jessica Sophia Wong, Fondatrice et CEO de Yorkseed™, qui a expliqué comment elle a transformé une simple feuille de calcul virale créée lors de SXSW en un réseau mondial de capital-risque couvrant 50 hubs internationaux. Elle y partage sa mission de démocratiser l’accès à l’information stratégique pour les startups, de connecter fondateurs et investisseurs à travers les continents, et de faire de Paris la base européenne de Yorkseed, symbole d’un modèle d’innovation plus agile, inclusif et collaboratif.

    Read the Full Article on Le Cafe du Deek

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