The New York Private Equity Network (NYPEN) is the definitive education, leadership and networking organization exclusively for investing professionals at private equity and venture capital funds in the New York City area.  Founded in 2001, NYPEN today has a membership base from over 300 investment firms.  The organization offers education and networking events where rising professionals within the private equity and venture capital industries can develop their investing-specific skills, share experiences, benchmark best practices and build networks of fellow investors that will benefit them throughout their careers.  NYPEN's unparalleled education events feature today's private equity leaders sharing their expertise in interactive forums that are highly relevant to professional development within the industry.  The organization's membership includes investors focused on all sectors and stages. 

Networking Events

In the private equity industry, relationships are critical.  NYPEN fosters the building of strong networks through private networking events that bring together the next generation of private equity leaders to connect and forge relationships that will serve them throughout their careers.  NYPEN also hosts recreational events during the year, which allow members to unwind and enjoy activities around the city while continuing to make important professional connections.  No other association offers private equity investors such focused opportunities to network with a group exclusively consisting of peers.

Education Events

NYPEN’s education events focus on practical and relevant subject matter that members can immediately apply to their professions, such as contract negotiation, management assessment, investment-specific tax & accounting training and legal document structuring and analysis.  Presenters and panelists at education events feature today’s foremost private equity leaders who have developed unparalleled expertise in their respective fields.  Roundtable and panel discussion formats create intimate settings that foster worthwhile interaction between speakers and members.  NYPEN’s education events provide members opportunities to build critical professional skills, enhance career development and foster leadership growth.  The organization presents only the most compelling and informed lecturers to insure that its sessions provide maximum value for its members.  Education events are held in the evenings so as not to interfere with working hours.  NYPEN offers members the chance to develop in a highly efficient manner the unique proficiencies necessary for success in the private equity industry.