New York Chapter: BDPros

BDpros Education Committee Meeting
2025-11-03 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-10-20 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-10-06 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-09-22 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-09-08 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-08-25 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-08-11 14:00 - 14:45, 2025-07-28 14:00 - 14:45 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Virtual
The IBDPros Education Committee meets every 2 weeks.
For more information on Education Committee, please reach out directly to our team:
BDPros Education Committe Co-Chairs
Marvin Diaz Jr.
Email: marvin@singletakecreative.com
Warren C. Hershkowitz
Email: warren@squarefootadvisors.com

BDpros Membership Committee Meeting
2025-10-28 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-30 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-16 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-02 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-19 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-05 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-22 11:00 - 11:30 and 1 more date | Virtual
The IBDPros Membership Committee meets every 2 weeks.
For more information on Membership Committee, please reach out directly to our team:
BDPros Membership Committe Chair
Kevin Zalewski
Email: kevin.zalewski@yahoo.com

BDPros Fall Social – A BD Gives Charity Event
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | KASTHALL, 29 Howard St, New York, New York, 10013, United States
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
29 Howard St New York, NY 10013
Join us for the BDPros Fall Social at the stunning Kasthall showroom in SoHo — a beautiful space showcasing their exquisite collection of rugs. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members, meet new professionals, and enjoy an evening of great conversation in an inspiring setting.
At BDPros, our seasonal socials always support a charitable cause—and this year’s Fall Social on October 22nd is especially meaningful.
We’ll be raising funds for Lauren Shmalo Berg, wife, mother, musical theater actor and preschool teacher. She is the sister of our friend and an inspiring leader, Robert C. Shmalo, Partner at Proskauer Rose LLP. Lauren’s story is one of incredible resilience. After suffering a devastating spinal cord injury in 2020 which left her paralyzed from the neck down just 3 months after the birth of her second child, she made great strides in her recovery— and later faced major medical setbacks in 2023 that required numerous surgeries and has led to her need for round-the-clock care.
Our goal is to rally together to help ease the financial and emotional burden on her young family as she continues her fight toward recovery.
There will be an opportunity to donate at the event, and if you’d like to do so now, you can donate directly at https://helphopelive.org/campaign/18219/
You may also scan the QR code below to donate from your mobile device.

Support Lauren’s journey – Scan to donate

BD Networking Breakfast October 15th
2025-10-15 08:30 - 10:30 | FCA Architects, 261 5th Ave Suite 408, New York, 10016, United States
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Guests are welcome!
Our monthly breakfast is an opportunity to bring BDPros members, colleagues, clients, and other BD professionals together in order to foster a greater sense of community, make connections, and learn more about NYC’s business development professionals.

Location:
FCA Architects
261 5th Ave Suite 408
New York, NY 10016

Agenda

Check-in and Breakfast
Networking and Mingling
Group Announcements and Welcome Address by BDPros Board Member
Breakout into Coffee Chats
Close-out

BDpros Advisory Board Meeting
2025-10-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-13 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
The BDPros Advisory Board meets monthly.
For more information on BDpros, please reach out directly to info@ibdp.org or reach out to our membership chair Kevin Zalewski at kevin.zalewski@yahoo.com

BDPros Members-Only Pop-Up on Governors Island
2025-09-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Island Oyster, Carder Road, New York, New York, 11231, United States
Thursday, September 18th 20254:00 PM – 6:00 PMIsland Oyster– 146 Carder Road | New York, NY | 10004
Join us for an exclusive members-only evening at Island Oyster on Thursday, September 18th, from 4:00–6:00 PM.
Enjoy stunning waterfront views, great conversation, and the chance to connect with fellow BDPros members in a relaxed, casual setting. Our members-only events are designed to help you build new connections and strengthen existing relationships.
Food and beverages are not included but can be purchased at the venue.
A $5 ferry makes getting there easy. View the schedule and purchase ferry tickets here
Seats are limited to BDPros members only, so secure your spot today!
Interested in becoming a member? Follow this link to learn more.

BD Networking Breakfast September 17th
2025-09-17 08:30 - 10:30 | Vari, 251 W 30th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Guests are welcome!
Our monthly breakfast is an opportunity to bring BDPros members, colleagues, clients, and other BD professionals together in order to foster a greater sense of community, make connections, and learn more about NYC’s business development professionals.

Location

Vari Showroom
251 W 30th St
New York, NY 10001

Agenda

Check-in and Breakfast
Networking and Mingling
Group Announcements and Welcome Address by BDPros Board Member
Breakout into Coffee Chats
Close-out

BD Networking Breakfast August 13th
2025-08-13 08:30 - 10:30 | Gibson Interior Products, 1239 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, New York, 10001
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Guests are welcome!
Our monthly breakfast is an opportunity to bring BDPros members, colleagues, clients, and other BD professionals together in order to foster a greater sense of community, make connections, and learn more about NYC’s business development professionals.

Location
Gibson Interior Products
1239 Broadway
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10001

Agenda

Check-in and Breakfast
Networking and Mingling
Group Announcements and Welcome Address by BDPros Board Member
Breakout into Coffee Chats
Close-out

BDPros Summer Social – A BD Gives Charity Event
2025-07-30 18:00 - 20:00 | 547 West 47th Street New York, NY 10012, 547 West 47th Street, New York, NY, 10012, United States
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
547 West 47th Street New York, NY 10012
Join the BDPros community for an unforgettable evening of connection, celebration, and purpose at our Summer Social on Wednesday, July 30th. We’ll be gathering at the beautiful rooftop space at 547 West 47th Street, a stunning new condominium in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen with skyline views and summer vibes.
Enjoy great company as we bring together NYC’s business development professionals for a night of meaningful connections and fun.
This summer, we’re proud to support Children of Promise, NYC as our charitable partner.
Children of Promise, NYC supports children affected by parental incarceration through education, mentoring, and emotional care. Their holistic approach addresses the unique needs of these children, empowering them to thrive despite challenging circumstances.
There will be an opportunity to donate at the event, but if you’d like to do so now, you can donate directly at https://www.cpnyc.org/donate. You may also scan the QR code below to donate from your mobile device.

DONATE TO CPNYC HERE

Register now— don’t miss this opportunity to mix, mingle, and make a difference!

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT HOST:

BD Networking Breakfast July 16th
2025-07-16 08:30 - 10:30 | Mohawk Group, 125 West 25th St, 6th Floor, New York, 10001, United States
***⚠️ ATTENTION: If you see the following error message when placing your order: “There was an error processing your order. Please check for…..” PLEASE DISREGARD THIS MESSAGE – Your order has most likely been received successfully. If for any reason your order did not go through, our team will reach out to you directly. We’re aware of this issue and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Our team is actively working to resolve it. Thank you for your patience!

Guests are welcome!
Our monthly breakfast is an opportunity to bring BDPros members, colleagues, clients, and other BD professionals together in order to foster a greater sense of community, make connections, and learn more about NYC’s business development professionals.

Location:

Mohawk Group –
125 West 25th St, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10001

Agenda

Check-in and Breakfast
Networking and Mingling
Group Announcements and Welcome Address by BDPros Board Member
Breakout into Coffee Chats
Close-out

Member Tickets – $15 and Non-Member Tickets – $30
