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MIT Sloan Club of New York
Thursday, May 1, 6:30pm - 9:00pm (America/New_York)
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Join the MIT Sloan Alumni Club of New York for the 2nd quarterly happy hour of 2025! Meet local alumni while enjoying elevated cocktails and food in the heart of Midtown.
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No cover. Pay for what you consume.
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Stephen Gregory Barr
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MIT Sloan Club of New York
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Tuesday, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (America/New_York)
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Club of Chicago
Tuesday, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm (America/Chicago)
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Have you ever wondered how technologies like LEDs, solar cells, and biomedical imaging became so advanced? The answer lies in a groundbreaking discovery in quantum dot research by Professor Moungi Bawendi, one of the most influential chemists of our era.
Quantum dots—tiny semiconducting crystals with remarkable optical and electronic properties—have transformed numerous industries. Central to this revolution was Professor Bawendi's pioneering hot-injection synthesis method, which enabled the production of high-quality, uniform quantum dots on a large scale. This innovation gave scientists an unprecedented ability to fine-tune these materials, tailoring their properties with precision for specific applications.
Today, Professor Bawendi's work drives advancements in a wide array of technologies, from vibrant LED displays to life-saving biomedical imaging tools. His research exemplifies how visionary science can open up limitless possibilities across industries.
Professor Moungi Bawendi, the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at MIT, has dedicated his career to exploring the science and applications of nanocrystals, particularly semiconductor nanocrystals—better known as quantum dots. Born in Paris, he moved to the United States as a child and went on to earn his bachelor's and master's degrees from Harvard University, followed by a PhD in chemistry from the University of Chicago. After completing postdoctoral research at Bell Labs, he joined MIT's chemistry faculty in 1990. In 2023, Professor Bawendi was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry as a co-recipient for his "discovery and synthesis of quantum dots."
Professor Bawendi’s groundbreaking contributions continue to inspire and shape the future of science and technology.
join us for an evening with Professor and Nobel Prize winner Moungi Bawendi on May 13th from 6-8pm at McAndrews Held and Malloy, 500 West Madison, 35th Floor, Chicago, IL. A wine and cheese reception to follow. Registrants that want to participate virtually will receive details on May 10th.
Please register by May 10th.
Not a member of MITCOC? MIT alums, current students, and parents can join here.
Learn MoreClub of Germany
Friday, May 23, 2:00pm - Sunday, May 25, 2:00pm (Europe/Berlin)
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We look forward to welcoming you at our 2025 Annual General Meeting in Frankfurt!
We are offering this year's AGM as a hybrid event; while we are looking forward to networking with you in person, the Saturday program is also open for online participation for those who cannot make it to Frankfurt.
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Friday, May 23rd
Saturday, May 24th
Sunday, May 25th
We recommend reserving your hotel rooms at:
Rooms for the Marriott family Moxy and Residence Inn hotels were available through at least April 23rd via a contingent; contingent rates may still be available. Book your group rate for MIT Club of Germany
If you'd like to stay somewhere else, we recommend you make sure to book as soon as possible as hotels will fill up and become more expensive as the event draws closer. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Frankfurt, we would suggest avoiding the area close to the Hauptbahnhof.
For the foodies among you, we have coordinated with top local restaurants, for example:
Frankfurt is a vibrant city with plenty to do for everyone. If you have time in Frankfurt beyond the AGM, perhaps one or more of the following may be of interest to you:
Please purchase your AGM tickets as soon as possible, but no later than Sunday, May 18th.
If you plan to attend any or all of the optional events, please make sure to add the items to your reservation as well:
Please see the attached PDF for more details on the event.
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Thursday, June 5, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (America/New_York)
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Join us for a panel discussion hearing from three MIT and MIT Sloan alumni on their experiences on the popular American television show, Shark Tank. Our panel will discuss their ventures, being on the show negotiating with the sharks, and running their businesses after the show.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about this unique experience and support MIT founders.
Hear from a panel of MIT and MIT Sloan alumni:
Mollie (Chung) Cha, Co-Founder of Must Love, MIT Sloan MBA ‘15
Kelly McGee, Co-Founder of Yardsale, MIT ‘17
Amrita Saigal, Founder of Kudos, MIT ‘10
Moderator: Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17
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Mollie (Chung) Cha, co-founded plant-based food and beverage brand Must Love (formerly known as Hakuna Brands), with her best friend from college. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Mollie graduated with her M.B.A. from the MIT Sloan School of Management.
Mollie appeared on Shark Tank in January 2022. You can watch the 9 mins video clip here.
Kelly McGee, co-founded sports equipment and lifestyle brand Yardsale. He is based in San Francisco, CA. Kelly graduated with his S.B. in Mechanical Engineering and Product Design from MIT.
Kelly appeared on Shark Tank in November 2024. You can watch the 22 mins video clip (with commentary) here.
Amrita Saigal founded sustainable diaper manufacturer Kudos. She is based in Los Angeles, CA. Amrita graduated with her S.B. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.
Amrita appeared on Shark Tank in January 2023. You can watch a 6 mins video clip here and read this recent Slice of MIT article.
Moderator:
Asha Aravindakshan, MIT Sloan Fellow MBA ‘17
Asha Aravindakshan (@dcasha) is the COO of GlobalGiving and the author of Skills: The Common Denominator, which highlights true stories of transferable skills for career success. Previously, she streamlined business operations to maximize accountability, growth and strategic alignment for public and private stakeholders.
Asha serves on the Board of Directors for MIT Sloan Club of New York, the Alumni Leadership Council for Forté, and as a Venture Partner for Verve Ventures. She’s presented at conferences in the Americas and is the recipient of awards on digital transformation and future of work. Asha studied business at The George Washington University and MIT Sloan School of Management.
She is an avid Shark Tank viewer and purveyor of the show’s products.
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MIT Sloan Club of New York
Tuesday, June 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm (America/New_York)
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Saturday, June 14, 9:30am - 11:30am (America/Chicago)
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Join us for our Family Friendly Bike and Brunch in the suburbs on Saturday June 14th at 9:30am to 11:30am. We will bike the Forest Preserve, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering miles of scenic trails for biking, hiking, and running. Located just a short distance from the River Forest Metra stop, it's the perfect place for an easy bike ride through the woods. Along the way, we may see deer, foxes, and other wildlife.
Please RSVP to let us know if you are going to make it. If it is raining we will reschedule. Please also bring a bike lock and water to hydrate.
This will be an intermediate bike ride and suitable for all skill levels. The trails are smooth, well-maintained and run along the Des Plaines river. We will follow along the Des Plaines River to Robinson Park. The park is named after Alexander Robinson, the English name of Potawatomi chief Chee-chee-pin-quay, born in 1787.The trek will be 20 miles and will take us up to Park Ridge where we can stop for brunch.
The group will start off at 9:30 from Thatcher Wood a short 5-'min ride north from the River Forest Train Station. For those arriving by car, you can park in the Thatcher Woods parking lot off of Chicago Avenue. If you are coming from Chicago, take the Union Pacific West line to River Forest, arriving at 8:50 in River Forest.
We hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, June 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm (America/New_York)
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Sunday, August 31, 9:30am - 12:00pm (America/Chicago)
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MITCOC members are gathering for the 2025 Bike the Drive event on August 31st at 9:30am. If you are interested in joining the group for an easy ride on Lake Shore Drive, please join us.
Chicago's annual Bike the Drive event is an iconic event and not to be missed. The Active Transportation Alliance has once again organized a great event and registration is open. You can register at https://bikethedrive.org/register/. The event takes bikers of all skill levels.
Meeting Location: NW corner of Jackson and Lake Shore Drive, 235 S. Columbus Dr. Chicago, IL 60604.
Please RSVP to let us know you will be coming.
We'll ride North up to the Lincoln Park Zoo taking rests to have unobstructed pictures of the Centennial Ferris Wheel and other Chicago Icons as we ride car-free. Please make sure you register, bring a helmet, and a bottle of water.
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Learn MoreClub of Germany
Thursday, October 16, 4:00pm - Sunday, October 19, 3:00pm (Europe/Berlin)
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We will be meeting in October 2025 in Prague during the Signal Festival: https://www.signalfestival.com/en/
For those of you who haven't experienced Signal yet -- it's a digital and creative culture festival. Combining contemporary visual art, urban space, and modern technology, Signal is the most-attended cultural event in the Czech Republic.
More information on the event, including agenda and hotel contingent, to come soon. Please stay tuned!
If you're interested in receiving email updates as registration opens, please select the pre-registration ticket so that we can keep you informed.
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