Dating App Disconnect: Getting Started + Finding Your People
So, you want to meet people IRL, but what are the actual options out there? Ready to explore new ways to meet people who align with your values and interests? Join us for an interactive, informative event designed to help you step into the energizing world of in-person connection!
The last Dating App Disconnect, "How to Actually Meet People IRL," gave us skills and a foundation for building an open mindset, and now we're taking a deeper dive into building community to meet aligned friends and dates. Through a panel, collaborative activities, individual reflection, and casual mingling, we’ll help you discover the best events, communities, and groups that match your values, energy, and interests. Whether you’re seeking social gatherings, group activities, or more intimate settings, you'll walk away with connections and concrete next steps — and maybe even a date!
What to Expect:
🔹 IRL Panel Discussion – Hear from experts building businesses dedicated to getting people connected. Rishi Sharma (co-founder of onefourthree) and Natalie Cramer (founder of Single Saturdays) will share tips, perspectives, guidance, and insights on how to find what IRL options are right for you. Share your thoughts, ask questions, and give feedback during this live, interactive format.
🔹 Breakout Sessions: Work in small groups to brainstorm and identify the events and activities that resonate with you.
🔹 Practical Tools: Walk away with a clear action plan, including a self-assessment to identify your preferences and values, tools for event discovery, and actionable steps to ensure you take the leap into real-world connections.
By the end of the event, you'll have new connections, a roadmap to energize your IRL dating journey, and a group of like-minded individuals to help you stay accountable.
What is The Full? The Full is a connection company that is addressing the loneliness epidemic through building social health and community in dating. Through two signature events, Dating App Disconnect and DateSpace, as well as a 1:1 coaching service called Connection Mapping, we are getting to the root of the challenges with dating and helping people connect with themselves so they can better connect with others -- bringing genuine joy, hope, and fun back to dating in NYC. Check out The Full on Instagram!
Who is Rishi Sharma and what is onefourthree? Rishi has been at the forefront of the AI movement for the last decade. On a mission to conquer loneliness with AI, Rishi co-founded onefourthree as the CTO. This dating app alternative takes the time to get to know you and what you are looking for then supports you through your dating journey with a personalized dating assistant. From creating a profile that helps your personality shine to IRL dating event recommendations and giving you advice, they take the stress out of dating. Be one of the first to test in NYC! Check out onefourthree on Instagram!
Who is Natalie Cramer and what is Single Saturdays? Natalie has spent her career building community and helping people tap into their creativity. In 2023, she founded Single Saturdays, a community for NYC singles to feel less alone and more supported on the path to finding love. They host activity based events to help start conversations, find common interests, and make connections. Single Saturdays is made up of friendly, down-to-earth, individuals who are open to connecting for friendship, dating, and networking. 99% of participants join on their own. Check out Single Saturdays on Instagram!
What is Fabrik? Fabrik is on a mission to uplift communities and foster serendipitous connections in real life. Fabrik is a home for communities where everyone has a place to belong. With spaces designed to feel more like your living room than your office, Fabrik’s third spaces are vibrant hubs where people can come together in real life, explore interests, forge meaningful connections, and build a sense of community. Check out Fabrik on Instagram!
Please note:
We use RSVPs to plan for the number of attendees and ticket pricing to cover our costs in hosting. Unfortunately, we cannot grant refunds, but you are welcome to pass your ticket on to someone else.
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