October 7th
Never forgotten. Never the same.
Welcome back to YKC. Upon remembering October 7th, it was the day they tried to destroy our spirit. Every day since has proven they couldn’t.
My thoughts are with the victims and families of those killed and injured in the Manchester terror attack... may their memory be a blessing.
With negotiations underway, the coming days will be critical, and our resolve remains unshaken until every hostage is home.
If you’re attending Money20/20 in Vegas later this month, let’s connect. I’m attending and creating content around the conference. I’ll also be writing hero posts spotlighting standout investors and founders at the conference.
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“Happiness is the feeling that power increases, that resistance is being overcome.”
-Friedrich Nietzsche
Hard Lessons from the Hurt Business: Boxing and the Art of Life by Ed Latimore: The warrior-philosopher, and a real modern-day Stoic. Seriously one of the most under the radar thinkers out there. I’ve been a fan of his work since his first book: Not Caring What Other People Think Is A Superpower: Insights From a Heavyweight Boxer. He’s definitely a contradiction in that he has held so many different (and opposing) views, and been a part of different communities, but the principles he writes and speaks about are very practical today.
Us humans are so fallible, and often victims to our environment and upbringing. I’m not justifying being a victim (which is so popular these days online), but there are factors in our environment that are so strong they pull us back. The author did not have an easy life, and even once he was able to generate an opportunity he fell off… but once he hit rock bottom, he bounced back, and kept going. We often think of success as this hockey stick chart of one good decision after another… but the reality is that we make mistakes all the time. In the book, he almost got wiped out a few times, so I’d like to hope as we age and learn from experience, the risks we take (and we must continue to take risks to grow), are measured, and not reckless. While a lot of this book is about boxing, you don’t need to be a sports fan to appreciate the lessons. If the book only covered boxing, there are plenty of analogies and quotes from the sport that are fitting for dealing with life’s adversities. The author also struggles with alcoholism, and this addiction significantly trips him up on many occasions along his journey.
If you have a young person in your life who is struggling to find themselves, this is a good and very readable book to gift them. If anything, the author is an example of how someone can overcome so many obstacles to eventually self-actualize, and can serve an inspiration.
Remembering October 7th - A Parent’s Story and Their Continuous Path: Remembering October 7th. A Parent’s Story and Their Continuous Path. Join their conversation with Eran Litman and Tami Raviv, parents of: Oriya Litman Ricardo RIP was murdered while fleeing the NOVA Festival. Niv Raviv RIP was murdered on Oct. 7th at her home in Kibbutz Kfar Azza, with her boyfriend. Eran and Tami will share about their experiences that horrific morning, how they preserve their daughters’ memory, and about their commitment and engagement with the path laid ahead. Sunday, Oct. 5. 1:00 PM ET | 10:00 AM PT | 20:00 Israel Time. Register here.
October 7 - National Memorial Ceremony: On the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, massacre, Kumu and the Families of October 7 will once again lead the National Memorial Ceremony, a powerful and unifying moment of remembrance. This is the only official-scale commemoration held in Israel. They invite you to join us as we come together to watch the live broadcast of this ceremony, accompanied by an English translation. Standing in solidarity with the bereaved families in Israel and with Jewish communities across the world. Oct 7, 2025 02:30 PM in Eastern Time. Register here.
Tribe Tel Aviv Sukkah Party Under the Stars: Join them in the Sukkah in the Center of Tel Aviv to celebrate the holiday together with Open Bar w/ Signature Cocktails and Wine, refreshments, and live music. Over 200 people attended last year! 20’s and 30’s Internationals Must RSVP by purchasing a ticket. Includes Open Bar Signature Cocktails and Wine Open Bar: 50 NIS (no tickets at the door). The event will sell out. Wednesday, October 8th, 7:00-9:30 pm Sukkah at 86 Ben Yehuda -left side of building downstairs. Register here.
Sommelier Night, One Grape, Five Wines: Become an Israeli wine insider by diving deep into a single grape varietal contrasting across five different kosher wineries, exploring various terroirs of the Land of Israel with your glass in hand, all led by an Israeli wine expert that will guide us in-English, expounding on the richness of our beautiful l’chaim focused culture. Starts on Wednesday, October 8 · 8pm IDT. Kulam 13 Olei Tzion Street Tel Aviv-Yafo. Register here.
The Annual Sukkot 3000 at Freedom Plaza - Sun Oct 12th: Celebrate Sukkot with Chabad Young Professionals Chelsea, Upper West Side & Upper East Side: Sukkot of Light. 3,000 Young Jews Celebrating at The Field of Lights. For security reasons, the venue requires staggered entry. Please select your preferred timeframe for entry, but feel free to remain until the event concludes. Sunday, October 12. Freedom Plaza - 686 1st Ave. 4:00PM - 10:00PM EST. Open Bar & Sushi Station. Register here.
Join Chabad on the Coast for Simchat Torah: Get ready for one of the greatest events of the year: Simchat Torah LIVE! October 13-14 | Right in the heart of Tel Aviv! Every year, over 1,000 people, Jews from all walks of life, rejoice with energy, delicious food, uplifting songs, and l’chaims flowing! This year, they’re coming back stronger than ever. It’s going to be unforgettable! Come together to celebrate joy, unity, and unbreakable Jewish spirit! Register here.
New York Tech & Beer® - Happy Hour at Smithfield Hall": This after-work tech happy hour drinks at Smithfield Hall won't disappoint! They’ll get together on Thursday, October 16th at this popular Chelsea bar to chat, drink, and connect with techies, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts from NYC and beyond. Thursday, October 16, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM EDT. Smithfield Hall NYC. 138 West 25th Street · New York. Register here.
Tommy Robinson Live in Tel Aviv: Moderated Q&A with the author, journalist and controversial British activist about his passionate Zionism, vision for the future of the West, and how he has evolved from a hooligan past to become the leader of one of the UK’s largest protest movements. Saturday Eve October 18th, 9pm. Hangar 11 - Federation Hall, Tel Aviv Port. Register here.
Pitch the Press: How to win media coverage: Ever wondered why your company’s news isn’t getting the traction you expect? This is your chance to hear directly from top-tier reporters about what makes a story newsworthy—and what gets ignored. Join them for an exclusive, interactive session where reporters from TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and Dark Reading (via Zoom) to share how to grab their attention, what pitches stand out, and how you can significantly increase your odds of securing coverage. Tuesday, October 28, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM GMT+2. Lilienblum St 28. Tel Aviv-Yafo. Register here.
Amit Segal Live in Tel Aviv, Wed Oct 29: From Golda Meir’s sleepless nights before the Yom Kippur War to Benjamin Netanyahu’s power struggles during missile attacks, Amit will take us inside some of the most crucial moments of Israeli history. What happens behind closed doors when a prime minister must decide whether to strike Iran? How do backroom betrayals and coalition battles shape military decisions? And why is every Israeli political crisis also a national emergency? Wednesday October 29th 2025, 7:30pm IDT. NBN TLV, Azrieli Round Tower, 10th Floor, 132 Menachem Begin, TLV. Register here.
New York Tech & Beer® - HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST: On Thursday, October 30, New York Tech & Beer® is hosting their FIFTH annual Halloween Costume Contest (costumes optional but encouraged), hosted at the Upside Bar on the UWS! Around Halloween since 2019, we’ve held a costume contest and the winner every year gets a prize! Thursday, Oct 30 · 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM EDT. The Upside Bar. 588 Amsterdam Ave , Between W88th & W89th · New York. Register here.
Startup Grind: NYC Tech Happy Hour: No pitches. No presentations. No agenda. This is their monthly social mixer to connect with peers across the NYC tech and startup community, from founders and VCs to developers and designers. A casual happy hour for real conversations and relationships. Time Out Market Union Square, 124 East 14th Street, New York. Register here.
The Annual Challaween Party at HK HALL - Zombie Apocalypse - Saturday 11/1: Special Guest DJs. Prime Manhattan location. Delicious handcrafted cocktails. Table/Bottle Service Recommended, especially for small and large groups. VIP Sections for Bottle Service Guests. Amazing Lighting, Sound & Decor. November 1 · 11pm EST. 605 West 48th Street, New York. Tickets here.