NY Hardware Meetup

MAY EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! Come join us for the 106th NY Hardware Meetup on Roosevelt Island on May 8! We'll be at Cornell Tech with sponsor, speakers, and theme annoucements coming over the next few weeks.

Last night's meetup at frog was incredible! Thank you to frog for providing us with an awesome venue and to Genimex for sponsoring - venues and sponsors are the life blood that keeps NY Hardware meetup cranking with new locations, food and drinks. We had great speakers in Dr Vince Romanin from Gradient and Nathan L. King from it's electric. Last night we also gave Christina Perla a heartfelt sendoff, we wouldn't be where we are today without her help the last few years and are eternally grateful! For those that attended that would like to broadcast their community announcements to a larger audience, comment below!

Tonight's the night! Come join us for our 104th NY Hardware Meetup at frog https://lu.ma/mbu4l4ac

We're not slowing down anytime soon - we've got another event announcement for next month at Viam! Come hang with us April 17th in Lincoln Square. Follow along as we announce sponsor, theme, and speakers for this one.

Announcing our second speaker for next week's HW Meetup at frog, sponsored by Genimex: Dr. Vince Romanin, CTO and co-founder of Gradient! Dr. Vincent Romanin is the CTO and co-founder of?Gradient, is a pivotal figure in the climate technology sector, leading the company from its founding to its significant role in sustainable innovation. His journey began at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. Focusing on heat transfer and the fluid mechanics of microturbines, Dr. Romanin's research contributed to small-scale solar combined heat and power systems, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors in clean technology.

NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT! Deep Tech Week NY is only a few weeks away. To celebrate we'll be throwing a Happy Hour at Makelab ?? https://lu.ma/hj4wfh8n

Announcing our first speaker for the 104th NY Hardware Meetup: Nathan L. King from it's electric! Nathan is Cofounder & CEO of?it's electric, an EV charging network with a mission to expand public charging in cities. Serving the 70 million US drivers who live in apartments, it's electric has developed a charger purpose-built?for sidewalks and city?streets. Featuring a sleek, durable (vandal resistant) design, it's electric's chargers are the first in North America to feature a detachable charging cable. With chargers already active in NYC and Detroit, and with new deployments coming to Boston, Los Angeles, and several other cities in 2025, it's electric is moving quickly to ensure all drivers have access to convenient and reliable EV charging.

?? Join us for the 104th NY Hardware Meetup at frog! ?? NYC has long been a hub for hardware innovation, and we’re excited to bring together the community once again for an evening of networking, knowledge-sharing, and inspiration. Whether you're an entrepreneur, engineer, designer, or just passionate about physical products, this is the place to be! ?? Date: March 20 ?? Location: frog (Union Sq) ?? Drinks + great company included! This month, we’re thrilled to have Genimex as our sponsor! With over 50 years of experience in manufacturing, Genimex helps startups and brands turn ideas into reality, offering expertise in DFM, engineering, quality control, and supply chain solutions. If you're looking to bring a product to market, they’re a partner worth knowing. ?? Want to get involved? We’re always looking for sponsors, speakers, and host spaces! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/een92_eJ RSVP now and don’t miss this chance to connect with NYC’s leading hardware innovators! ??? #NYHardwareMeetup #HardwareStartups #ProductDevelopment #Manufacturing #Networking #Innovation

? Recap: The 103rd NY Hardware Meetup at City Tech, CUNY ? Last night, the NY Hardware Meetup community gathered for an incredible evening of networking, innovation, and industry insights at City Tech. With a packed agenda, exciting guest speakers, and engaging discussions, the event highlighted NYC’s thriving hardware scene. Event Highlights ?? Venue: City Tech, 186 Jay Street ?? Speakers & Insights: -Dr. Pamela Brown, Provost of City Tech, kicked things off with opening remarks. -Thunder Zhang (NexPCB) shared his experience as a serial entrepreneur and investor in IoT and MedTech. -Marco Perry (PENSA) gave a deep dive into the art of industrial design, emphasizing the importance of user-centric innovation. ?? Community Open Mic: Attendees had the opportunity to pitch their projects showcasing NYC’s vibrant hardware ecosystem. ?? Exclusive City Tech Lab Tours: Guests got an inside look at City Tech’s cutting-edge labs, highlighting the institution’s role in industry-aligned education. ?? Networking & Collaboration: The night wrapped up with an extended networking session, where attendees connected over refreshments and shared ideas for the future of hardware innovation. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors & Partners: ?? PENSA – Award-winning industrial design consultancy ?? NexPCB – IoT manufacturing & supply chain experts ?? informal – A freelance collective for hardtech professionals ?? Spatium Systems – Makers of SomaPulse, a smart wellness device Missed This One? Get Involved! The NY Hardware Meetup community is always looking for speakers, sponsors, and event hosts. If you're interested, check out this link (https://lnkd.in/een92_eJ) to learn more! ?? See you at the next meetup!

?? NY Hardware Meetup is back this Wednesday—and we’re SOLD OUT! ?? This month’s theme is MedTech, and we’re diving into the cutting-edge innovations shaping healthcare and wellness. Join us at City Tech, CUNY for an evening of insightful talks, networking, and hands-on demos with some of the brightest minds in the field. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! If you didn’t snag a ticket this time, stay tuned—our next meetup is just around the corner. #NYHardwareMeetup #MedTech #HardwareInnovation