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In-Person Event - Open to the Public

In a time of intensifying climate change, aging infrastructure, and increasing water demands, current water systems are unsustainable.  The National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI) is an energy-water research hub funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, working to make water systems more affordable and sustainable. NAWI is a growing consortium of researchers from nine national laboratories, 45 universities, and more than 80 industry partners, water agencies, and regulators to develop new solutions that could transform our water systems.

Join Dr. Peter Fiske, Executive Director of NAWI, for a fascinating look at the technologies and ideas that are shaping the future of water. Dr. Fiske will share lessons on innovation in the water sector and address how academic research and business entrepreneurship combine to create impactful breakthroughs.

Featured Innovations will include:

• Novel membranes that resist damage from chlorine and make water treatment more efficient

• Smart sensors that use machine learning to detect water quality problems

• Direct potable reuse of purified recycled water without reverse osmosis

• Electrodialysis technology to recover resources from desalination brine

The presentation will be followed by a discussion about the challenges and opportunities in the evolving water innovation space.

Schedule:

Dinner: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program: 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Speaker

Dr. Peter Fiske is the founder and executive director of the National Alliance for Water Innovation and the Director of the Water-Energy Resilience Research Institute at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab.

He is a seasoned executive with more than 2 decades of experience leading technology organizations and initiatives across industries such as Water, Renewable Energy, Defense, and Natural Resources. He has successfully commercialized several technologies including Reactive Atom Plasma (RAP) processing for optics and semiconductor manufacturing, biomimicry-inspired high-efficiency fluid mixing and process control technology (PAX Water) and has served as a board member or advisor to a number of technology start-ups. As CEO of PAX Water Technologies, he led the development, marketing and sales of three lines of premium process control technologies for the municipal water market, maintaining unusually high gross margins in a cost-sensitive industry with stiff competition. Under his leadership, his team of talented industry outsiders won several major industry awards for advertising and design, and maintained profitable growth of >20% per year, culminating in the acquisition of the company in January 2017 in an all-cash transaction. But he is most proud of the many talented professionals he has had the opportunity to recruit and coach throughout his career.

Dr. Fiske is also a nationally-recognized author and lecturer, teaching innovation, entrepreneurship and personal career strategy to scientists and engineers in industry and research. He is a regular contributor to Nature and a past columnist for Science. His articles have also appeared in The New Scientist. Dr. Fiske is the author of Put Your Science to WORK!, a widely-read career strategy guide for early-career scientists and engineers. He is a frequent keynote speaker and lecturer at leading research universities such as MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Yale and Caltech and has given his acclaimed 2-hour workshop to over 25,000 scientists and engineers in the US, Europe and the Middle East. 

Dr. Fiske earned a BA in Geology and BSE in Civil Engineering from Princeton in 1988, a PhD in Geochemistry and Materials Science from Stanford in 1993, and an MBA from UC Berkeley in 2002.

Moderator 

Antone K. Jain is an environmental engineer with two decades of experience in leading initiatives, designing infrastructure, and advancing knowledge to protect public health and unlock sustainable growth.

At Apple from 2019 to 2024, Mr. Jain led Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives across a global portfolio. He managed Apple’s EHS Due Diligence and Engineering Program to assess and mitigate impactful risks in real estate and company acquisitions, led the Safe Water Program to protect water quality during the pandemic-induced global facilities shutdowns, and spearheaded the COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance Pilot, pioneering new methods to monitor safety and inform Return-to-Office decisions.

Prior to Apple, Mr. Jain held engineering and research roles at EKI Environment & Water, the University of Michigan, Protech Services, and MIT.  He is a Professional Engineer in California and earned ScB and ScM degrees in Environmental Engineering from MIT.

 

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Contact

clubadmin@mitcnc.org

Learn More 2025-05-21 01:30:00 2025-05-21 04:30:00 UTC Accelerating Technological Breakthroughs for a Secure Water Future In-Person Event - Open to the Public In a time of intensifying climate change, aging infrastructure, and increasing water demands, current water systems are unsustainable.  The National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI) is an energy-water research hub funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, working to make water systems more affordable and sustainable. NAWI is a growing consortium of researchers from nine national laboratories, 45 universities, and more than 80 industry partners, water agencies, and regulators to develop new solutions that could transform our water systems. Join Dr. Peter Fiske, Executive Director of NAWI, for a fascinating look at the technologies and ideas that are shaping the future of water. Dr. Fiske will share lessons on innovation in the water sector and address how academic research and business entrepreneurship combine to create impactful breakthroughs. Featured Innovations will include: Novel membranes that resist damage from chlorine and make water treatment more efficient Smart sensors that use machine learning to detect water quality problems Direct potable reuse of purified recycled water without reverse osmosis Electrodialysis technology to recover resources from desalination brine The presentation will be followed by a discussion about the challenges and opportunities in the evolving water innovation space. Schedule: Dinner: 6:30pm - 7:30pmProgram: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Speaker Dr. Peter Fiske is the founder and executive director of the National Alliance for Water Innovation and the Director of the Water-Energy Resilience Research Institute at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. He is a seasoned executive with more than 2 decades of experience leading technology organizations and initiatives across industries such as Water, Renewable Energy, Defense, and Natural Resources. He has successfully commercialized several technologies including Reactive Atom Plasma (RAP) processing for optics and semiconductor manufacturing, biomimicry-inspired high-efficiency fluid mixing and process control technology (PAX Water) and has served as a board member or advisor to a number of technology start-ups. As CEO of PAX Water Technologies, he led the development, marketing and sales of three lines of premium process control technologies for the municipal water market, maintaining unusually high gross margins in a cost-sensitive industry with stiff competition. Under his leadership, his team of talented industry outsiders won several major industry awards for advertising and design, and maintained profitable growth of >20% per year, culminating in the acquisition of the company in January 2017 in an all-cash transaction. But he is most proud of the many talented professionals he has had the opportunity to recruit and coach throughout his career. Dr. Fiske is also a nationally-recognized author and lecturer, teaching innovation, entrepreneurship and personal career strategy to scientists and engineers in industry and research. He is a regular contributor to Nature and a past columnist for Science. His articles have also appeared in The New Scientist. Dr. Fiske is the author of Put Your Science to WORK!, a widely-read career strategy guide for early-career scientists and engineers. He is a frequent keynote speaker and lecturer at leading research universities such as MIT, Harvard, Princeton, Yale and Caltech and has given his acclaimed 2-hour workshop to over 25,000 scientists and engineers in the US, Europe and the Middle East.  Dr. Fiske earned a BA in Geology and BSE in Civil Engineering from Princeton in 1988, a PhD in Geochemistry and Materials Science from Stanford in 1993, and an MBA from UC Berkeley in 2002. Moderator  Antone K. Jain is an environmental engineer with two decades of experience in leading initiatives, designing infrastructure, and advancing knowledge to protect public health and unlock sustainable growth. At Apple from 2019 to 2024, Mr. Jain led Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives across a global portfolio. He managed Apple’s EHS Due Diligence and Engineering Program to assess and mitigate impactful risks in real estate and company acquisitions, led the Safe Water Program to protect water quality during the pandemic-induced global facilities shutdowns, and spearheaded the COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance Pilot, pioneering new methods to monitor safety and inform Return-to-Office decisions. Prior to Apple, Mr. Jain held engineering and research roles at EKI Environment & Water, the University of Michigan, Protech Services, and MIT.  He is a Professional Engineer in California and earned ScB and ScM degrees in Environmental Engineering from MIT.   Reserve Now   (You must be registered to attend.) Club of Northern California clubadmin@mitcnc.org

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Join us for an evening of professional connection at our Networking & Headshots Mixer. Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or simply trying to build your network, this event is designed with you in mind.

Enjoy some refreshments and come ready to make meaningful connections.

Are you in need of a new headshot? An up-to-date headshot is key to your professional presence online. Add a mini headshot session to your ticket for $25, courtesy of photographer and alum Theresa Rideout '19 of TKR Photography. You will receive 2-3 high-resolution photographs within 3 weeks of the event. Limited to 24 tickets. 

Contact

syu@mitdc.org

Learn More 2025-05-22 22:00:00 2025-05-23 00:00:00 UTC Networking & Headshots Mixer Join us for an evening of professional connection at our Networking & Headshots Mixer. Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or simply trying to build your network, this event is designed with you in mind. Enjoy some refreshments and come ready to make meaningful connections. Are you in need of a new headshot? An up-to-date headshot is key to your professional presence online. Add a mini headshot session to your ticket for $25, courtesy of photographer and alum Theresa Rideout '19 of TKR Photography. You will receive 2-3 high-resolution photographs within 3 weeks of the event. Limited to 24 tickets.  Club of Washington D.C. syu@mitdc.org

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Please join your fellow alums from the MIT Club of Washington DC as we cheer on DC United, the New England Revolution, or both. This year we are under cover in section 204, click here to view.

Early Bird special--save $2 if you buy your tickets by noon, May 19.

• All D.C. United Tickets are digital. For a mobile ticket guide, click here.
• DC United Matchday information, click here.
  • Audi Field has a strict Bag Policy! Please read DC United's policy

Getting There

Parking is available, but is generally expensive. Audi Field is metro accessible (about a 15 minute walk) from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations. DC United's transportaion guide is here.

Contact

johnmark@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-28 23:30:00 2025-05-29 01:30:00 UTC DC United v. New England Revolution May 28, 2025 Please join your fellow alums from the MIT Club of Washington DC as we cheer on DC United, the New England Revolution, or both. This year we are under cover in section 204, click here to view. Early Bird special--save $2 if you buy your tickets by noon, May 19. All D.C. United Tickets are digital. For a mobile ticket guide, click here. DC United Matchday information, click here. Audi Field has a strict Bag Policy! Please read DC United's policy Getting There Parking is available, but is generally expensive. Audi Field is metro accessible (about a 15 minute walk) from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations. DC United's transportaion guide is here. Club of Washington D.C. johnmark@alum.mit.edu

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Join us for a fabulous evening of Poker & Socializing in Hillsborough!

Join 100+ MBA/Ivy+ Alumni to Play Poker, Eat/Drink and Socialize at the fabulous Hillsborough Racquet Club.  This event is open to players and non-players. Bring a partner or friend.

• Cool Venue: Private Club in Hillsborough
• Fantastic Food & Drink: Heavy appetizers, wine & beer
• Fun: Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament with professional dealers + Black Jack (after you exit the Poker Tournament)
• Beginners are welcome: We always have beginners at the Final Table - we’ll teach you the game
• Seating limited! This will sell out!

A meaningful contribution will be made to the non-profit Dignity Moves, which provides interim housing solutions to help address the homeless challenge in California and beyond.  Dignity moves is led by veteran Silicon Valley Executive Elizabeth Funk (HBS MBA Class of 1996).  

This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, Cornell & London Business School, UC Berkeley Hass, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco and Wharton Club of Northern California and MIT. Come meet fellow alumni who may live or work near you in the Peninsula Bay Area, make new friends, and have relaxed and interesting conversations.

We will serve a terrific dinner, dessert, wine, whiskey and non-alcoholic beverages. 
Limited street parking.

Date: Friday, May 30, 2025
Time: 6pm to 11pm PT
Location: Hillsborough Racquet Club - 252 El Cerrito Ave, Hillsborough, CA 94010, USA
Getting there: Street parking is available.
Attire: Dress to Impress

Registration closes on Thursday, May 29, 2025 (or when sold out). 

Price: 

• Poker Affiliate Club Ticket: $ 155 for buy-in, food & 2 drinks (Affiliate Club members to be verified by Administration)
• Social Affiliate Club Ticket: $ 125 for food & 2 drinks (Affiliate Club members to be verified by Administration)
• Poker General Public: $ 195 for buy-in, food & 2 drinks
• Social General Public: $ 145 for food & 2 drinks
• Cash Prizes for Top 3 Players in Tournament Style Game

**Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted.

**All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable

Register (on external website)

Contact

sagarwal@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-05-31 01:00:00 2025-05-31 06:00:00 UTC Ivy+ Charity Poker Tournament & Social Mixer Join us for a fabulous evening of Poker & Socializing in Hillsborough! Join 100+ MBA/Ivy+ Alumni to Play Poker, Eat/Drink and Socialize at the fabulous Hillsborough Racquet Club.  This event is open to players and non-players. Bring a partner or friend. Cool Venue: Private Club in Hillsborough Fantastic Food & Drink: Heavy appetizers, wine & beer Fun: Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament with professional dealers + Black Jack (after you exit the Poker Tournament) Beginners are welcome: We always have beginners at the Final Table - we’ll teach you the game Seating limited! This will sell out! A meaningful contribution will be made to the non-profit Dignity Moves, which provides interim housing solutions to help address the homeless challenge in California and beyond.  Dignity moves is led by veteran Silicon Valley Executive Elizabeth Funk (HBS MBA Class of 1996).   This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, Cornell & London Business School, UC Berkeley Hass, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco and Wharton Club of Northern California and MIT. Come meet fellow alumni who may live or work near you in the Peninsula Bay Area, make new friends, and have relaxed and interesting conversations. We will serve a terrific dinner, dessert, wine, whiskey and non-alcoholic beverages.  Limited street parking.Date: Friday, May 30, 2025Time: 6pm to 11pm PTLocation: Hillsborough Racquet Club - 252 El Cerrito Ave, Hillsborough, CA 94010, USAGetting there: Street parking is available.Attire: Dress to Impress Registration closes on Thursday, May 29, 2025 (or when sold out).  Price:  Poker Affiliate Club Ticket: $ 155 for buy-in, food & 2 drinks (Affiliate Club members to be verified by Administration) Social Affiliate Club Ticket: $ 125 for food & 2 drinks (Affiliate Club members to be verified by Administration) Poker General Public: $ 195 for buy-in, food & 2 drinks Social General Public: $ 145 for food & 2 drinks Cash Prizes for Top 3 Players in Tournament Style Game **Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted. **All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable Register (on external website) Club of Northern California sagarwal@alum.mit.edu

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Join us for an Ivy+ social mixer at the Amador Social Club in San Francisco! 

Set against the breathtaking skyline of San Francisco, the Amador Club Penthouse is a magnificent setting for an evening of conversation, curated cocktails & appetizers and meaningful connections.  Mingle with a distinguished crowd of like-minded professionals in a sophisticated ambience.

This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Stanford Peninslua Club, Stanford GSB Alumni Association, Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, UC Berkeley Haas, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco, Wharton Club of Northern California, Cornell NorCal, London Business School, MIT Club of North California, Chicago Booth Club of Northern California, Carnegie Mellon  SF Bay Area Network, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, INSEAD Alumni Association of SF Bay Area, Michigan Ross Alumni Club of SF Bay Area and many others.

Come meet MBA/Ivy+ alumni at a beautifully decorated private club in San Francisco. 

**Dress to impress.

Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. PT
Location: Amador Social Club, 550 Montgomery St 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111

**Registration closes on Thursday, June 19 at 12pm PT (or when sold out).

Tickets (includes private club admission, one signature cocktail and heavy appetizers - yet not dinner.  Additional food & beverages available for purchase):
Affiliated Clubs: $79
General Public: $99

**Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted.

**All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable

Register (on external website)

Contact

sagarwal@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-06-21 00:30:00 2025-06-21 03:30:00 UTC Ivy+ Mixer at Private Club in San Francisco Join us for an Ivy+ social mixer at the Amador Social Club in San Francisco!  Set against the breathtaking skyline of San Francisco, the Amador Club Penthouse is a magnificent setting for an evening of conversation, curated cocktails & appetizers and meaningful connections.  Mingle with a distinguished crowd of like-minded professionals in a sophisticated ambience.This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Stanford Peninslua Club, Stanford GSB Alumni Association, Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, UC Berkeley Haas, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco, Wharton Club of Northern California, Cornell NorCal, London Business School, MIT Club of North California, Chicago Booth Club of Northern California, Carnegie Mellon  SF Bay Area Network, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, INSEAD Alumni Association of SF Bay Area, Michigan Ross Alumni Club of SF Bay Area and many others. Come meet MBA/Ivy+ alumni at a beautifully decorated private club in San Francisco.  **Dress to impress.Date: Friday, June 20, 2025Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. PTLocation: Amador Social Club, 550 Montgomery St 10th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94111 **Registration closes on Thursday, June 19 at 12pm PT (or when sold out). Tickets (includes private club admission, one signature cocktail and heavy appetizers - yet not dinner.  Additional food & beverages available for purchase):Affiliated Clubs: $79General Public: $99 **Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted. **All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable Register (on external website) Club of Northern California sagarwal@alum.mit.edu

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Join us for an epic MBA/Ivy+ Pickleball Party #3 at Bay Club San Francisco! 

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, and there’s no better way to experience it than in a lively, social setting! Whether you're an advanced player or a first-timer, we've got a spot for everyone to jump in and enjoy the action. Snacks and refreshments will be included in your ticket. By popular demand, this is becoming a regular event.

Led by Derek Rungsea, the Bay Area’s #1 top rated and certified pickleball coach, you’ll not only get to learn the game or improve your skills, but also have a ton of fun in a high-energy, social setting!

This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Stanford Peninsula Club, Stanford GSB Alumni Association, Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, UC Berkeley Haas, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco, Wharton Club of Northern California, Cornell NorCal, London Business School, MIT Club of North California, Chicago Booth Club of Northern California, Carnegie Mellon  SF Bay Area Network, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, INSEAD Alumni Association of SF Bay Area, Michigan Ross Alumni Club of SF Bay Area, Cambridge Alumni of the Bay Area and many others.

Join us for an unforgettable pickleball social!  Spots are limited to 60 guests and will fill up fast.

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PT
Location: Bay Club Gateway San Francisco, 370 Drumm Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

**Registration closes on Friday, June 20 at 12pm (or when sold out).  

Tickets (includes a day pass to Bay Club Gateway, Pickleball play, Pool, Gym, snacks and refreshments):
Affiliated Clubs: $70
General Public: $80

**Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted.

**All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable

Register (on external website)

Contact

sagarwal@alum.mit.edu

Learn More 2025-06-21 20:30:00 2025-06-21 23:00:00 UTC Ivy+ Pickleball & Pool Social #3 at Bay Club San Francisco! Join us for an epic MBA/Ivy+ Pickleball Party #3 at Bay Club San Francisco!  Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, and there’s no better way to experience it than in a lively, social setting! Whether you're an advanced player or a first-timer, we've got a spot for everyone to jump in and enjoy the action. Snacks and refreshments will be included in your ticket. By popular demand, this is becoming a regular event. Led by Derek Rungsea, the Bay Area’s #1 top rated and certified pickleball coach, you’ll not only get to learn the game or improve your skills, but also have a ton of fun in a high-energy, social setting!This event will be co-hosted by Harvard Business School Association of Northern California, Stanford Peninsula Club, Stanford GSB Alumni Association, Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley, Penn Club of Silicon Valley, Kellogg Alumni Club of San Francisco Bay Area, Columbia Alumni Association NorCal, Yale Club of Silicon Valley, Yale Club of SF, UCLA Bay Area Bruins Network, Oxford Alumni Network of NorCal, UC Berkeley Haas, UC Berkeley International, Brown Club of Greater San Francisco, Wharton Club of Northern California, Cornell NorCal, London Business School, MIT Club of North California, Chicago Booth Club of Northern California, Carnegie Mellon  SF Bay Area Network, Harvard Club of Silicon Valley, INSEAD Alumni Association of SF Bay Area, Michigan Ross Alumni Club of SF Bay Area, Cambridge Alumni of the Bay Area and many others. Join us for an unforgettable pickleball social!  Spots are limited to 60 guests and will fill up fast. Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. PTLocation: Bay Club Gateway San Francisco, 370 Drumm Street, San Francisco, CA 94111**Registration closes on Friday, June 20 at 12pm (or when sold out).   Tickets (includes a day pass to Bay Club Gateway, Pickleball play, Pool, Gym, snacks and refreshments):Affiliated Clubs: $70General Public: $80 **Buy in advance online before attending. No tickets sold at the door. No cash or check payments to be accepted. **All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable Register (on external website) Club of Northern California sagarwal@alum.mit.edu