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We believe in the American Renaissance: Build Here & Build Now!
Check out our last event with the co-founder of Lyft!
Meet ambitious leaders & professionals who moved to America to chase dreams, build companies, & create jobs.
The event will begin with an interview featuring: Polina Pompliano
Polina Pompliano is a journalist, author, & founder of The Profile - she explores the journeys of successful people & companies. She previously worked at CNN & Fortune magazine, where she wrote extensively about entrepreneurship & innovation. Originally from Bulgaria, Polina immigrated to the United States as a child, & her experiences have fueled her passion for the immigrant perspective on the American dream.
I will interview Polina about her journey of moving to America, what patriotism means from an immigrant's perspective, the traits she's noticed among immigrant founders, how foreign-born entrepreneurs can come to America & thrive in the competitive business environment, & the pursuit of the American dream.
Watch a recap of our first event!
The panel will be followed by a happy hour-style mixer where panelists, founders, & creators will network with each other. The community includes immigrant founders, entrepreneurs building tools to support skilled immigration, lawyers, community builders, & international students.
Ellis is a high-tech, high-touch immigration law firm offering premier immigration support for startups & growing companies. Ellis' mission is to simplify immigration for one billion Americans.
Check out this video from our a16z NY Tech Week event!
Who are we?
Making It in America is a gathering of immigrant founders & creators who aspire to build companies, often facing logistical hurdles due to immigration issues. We are committed to guiding you in the right direction, connecting you with individuals who can provide letters of recommendation, linking you with potential employers, & serving as a sounding board for your ideas.
This event is organized by Sagnik Basu, an immigrant entrepreneur currently working in news & co-founder of a production agency. Sagnik was born in India & sought education in the United Kingdom. He moved to the USA by himself in 2017 with $300, because he likes bigger portion sizes.
He believes in American dynamism & wants to support others who are building in the USA. This event represents the essence of creativity, advancement, & perseverance that propels the United States onward.
Needless to say, please come as you are. You don't have to be an immigrant to register for this event. We welcome EVERYONE who believes in America, the spirit of entrepreneurship, & is ready to have a good time!
-Sag
Photography & Filming
Please note that this event will be photographed & filmed. We reserve the right to use photos & videos from the event for marketing purposes. By attending the event you consent to your image being used for these purposes.
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