Join PyData NYC at 1177 Avenue of Americas (IBM) on Feb 8th 6:30 PM for our 2024 kick-off event with James Powell, Chairman of the NumFOCUS Board of Directors.

🍕 Pizza and drinks sponsored by NumFocus!

Agenda: Welcome and Introduction to PyData NYC & NumFocus: 15 mins Speaker: James Powell Overview of the PyData NYC & NumFocus, its mission, and the vibrant ecosystem it fosters. Learn how NumFocus supports and promotes open-source scientific software and the role they play in the data science community. Women in Data Science (WiDS): 15 mins Speaker: Susan Malaika, IBM Generative AI Applied: 15 mins Speaker: Abhishek Upadhyay, Mckinsey & Co. Networking: 30 mins Connect with fellow data enthusiasts, professionals, and community leaders. Build meaningful connections and forge collaborations.

---------------------------------------------------------------- RSVP is required, please note that walk-ins will not be accepted. Note: Per building policy, RSVPs will close at 12 pm on Feb Doors @ 6 pm Event @ 6:30 - 8:30 pm Venue provided by IBM: 1177 Ave of Americas 6th floor ---------------------------------------------------------------- The building requires a government-issued photo ID for entrance. This, and all PyData NYC events, is an all-levels event. Newcomers and beginners are welcome. This, and all NumFOCUS-affiliated events and spaces, both in-person and online are governed by a Code of Conduct. More at https://pydata.org/code-of-conduct/ This event may be recorded.