NSBE New York City Professional 'XL' Chapter

NSBE New York City Professional 'XL' Chapter www.nsbenyc.org

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Dr. Nicole K. Grimes, the recipient o...
08/20/2026

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Dr. Nicole K. Grimes, the recipient of this year's Cultural Impact Award. This award recognizes an individual that uses engineering & technology to fuel, shape, or elevate Black culture & community.

She is a dynamic force at the intersection of education, entrepreneurship, and culture. A Cornell-trained mechanical engineer with a Ph.D. in Urban Education, Nicole has spent over two decades leading in classrooms, principal offices, and national conversations on DEI and STEM. She is the founder and CEO of Carib Biz Network, a certified M/WBE platform that supports Caribbean entrepreneurs through programming, pop-ups, and media strategy.

Her work has been featured in Forbes, Fox 5, and The Guardian, and she has earned accolades from the NYC Council, Seeds of Fortune, and I Am Cultured. From launching students into STEM careers to helping micro-businesses scale with purpose, Nicole is a visionary community builder dedicated to increasing equity and access across every space she touches.

Date: Thursday September 24th, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: Lighthouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, and Ivory (optional)

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Robert S. Bright, the recipient of th...
08/19/2026

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Robert S. Bright, the recipient of this year's Leadership Award. This award recognizes exemplary leadership and service within NSBE and the broader STEM Community.

As graduate of Brooklyn Technical High School, Robert became a NSBE student member on the campus of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1979 and served as the initial two-term National Chairperson of the NSBE Alumni Extension, now called NSBE Professionals, from 1998-1990. Subsequent to his chairperson position, Mr. Bright became NSBE’s first international member while residing in London, England, on an expatriate assignment for Exxon Corporation.

Robert is the Founder and President of Talson Solutions, LLC, a capital program advisory firm, and serves as a construction auditor and project consultant with over 40 years of experience. He has led audits of design and construction contracts, conducted risk assessments, performed as project executive, and served as an expert witness. He has significant international experience, having served in various capacities while working in fourteen different countries.
Starting as a sole practitioner in 2001, Robert has expanded Talson with offices in Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York, and Panama City, Panama. Talson has participated in over $50 billion of capital projects, including the $5.2 billion Panama Canal Expansion Program, Comcast Technology Center in Philadelphia, Second Avenue Subway in New York, Salesforce Tower in San Francisco, and numerous others.

Date: Thursday September 24th, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: Lighthouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, and Ivory (optional)

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Diantha Gardener, the recipient of th...
08/13/2026

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Diantha Gardener, the recipient of this year's Female Rising Star Award. This award recognizes an emerging leader whose early career trajectory signals tomorrow's innovation, impact, and technical excellence.

Date: Thursday September 24, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: LightHouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, and Ivory (optional)

Join NSBE NYC Professionals Chapter on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Leonard...
08/13/2026

Join NSBE NYC Professionals Chapter on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Leonard “Leo” Hawkes Jr., the recipient of this year’s Male Rising Star Award. This award recognizes an emerging leader whose early career trajectory signals tomorrow’s innovation, impact, and technical excellence.

Leo is a software engineer, entrepreneur, and community builder passionate about using technology to bring people together. As a Senior Software Engineer, he has led large‑scale modernization initiatives—migrating enterprise applications to modern cloud infrastructure, mentoring fellow engineers, and championing best‑in‑class engineering practices.

Beyond his work in software, Leo is the founder of VibeLink, a platform designed to help people discover events, build community, and create meaningful real‑world connections through music. His work reflects a core belief: technology should do more than solve problems—it should strengthen human connection.

A lifelong creative, Leo is also an accomplished DJ and event organizer who regularly curates spaces that celebrate music, culture, and community. By blending his backgrounds in engineering and entertainment, he continues to bridge the gap between technology and everyday experiences.

Date: Thursday September 24, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: LightHouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, Ivory (optional)

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate George Guillaume, the recipient of th...
08/12/2026

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate George Guillaume, the recipient of this year's Community Partnership Award. This award celebrates organizations and/or individuals that have made meaningful contributions to Black technical talent.

George Guillaume serves as AECOM’s NYC Metro+ Executive. In this role, he oversees strategic growth and project delivery across New York City, drawing on more than 20 years of infrastructure experience. Combining results‑driven leadership with deep aviation expertise, he continues to guide some of New York’s most transformative airport programs, including the civil design at JFK’s Terminal 6.

Prior to joining AECOM, George led Delta Air Lines’ $1.5B expansion of JFK’s Terminal 4 as Program Director, managing design, construction, and project delivery teams. He also served as Deputy Program Director for Delta’s $4B terminal program at LaGuardia Airport and as Assistant Resident Engineer at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

George excels at leading multidisciplinary teams and facilitating stakeholder communication and community engagement to support timely, informed decision‑making. His contributions have been widely recognized: he was named Community Impact Leader by the Greater Jamaica Development Corporation in 2022, joined its Board of Directors in 2023, and was featured in City & State’s Responsible 100 in 2023.

Date: Thursday September 24, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: LightHouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, and Ivory (optional)

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Leonard “Leo” Hawkes Jr., the recipie...
08/11/2026

Join on September 24th, 2026 at the Black Tech Honors Awards Gala as we celebrate Leonard “Leo” Hawkes Jr., the recipient of this year’s Male Rising Star Award. This award recognizes an emerging leader whose early career trajectory signals tomorrow’s innovation, impact, and technical excellence.

Leo is a software engineer, entrepreneur, and community builder passionate about using technology to bring people together. As a Senior Software Engineer, he has led large‑scale modernization initiatives—migrating enterprise applications to modern cloud infrastructure, mentoring fellow engineers, and championing best‑in‑class engineering practices.

Beyond his work in software, Leo is the founder of VibeLink, a platform designed to help people discover events, build community, and create meaningful real‑world connections through music. His work reflects a core belief: technology should do more than solve problems—it should strengthen human connection.

A lifelong creative, Leo is also an accomplished DJ and event organizer who regularly curates spaces that celebrate music, culture, and community. By blending his backgrounds in engineering and entertainment, he continues to bridge the gap between technology and everyday experiences.

Date: Thursday September 24, 2026
Doors Open: 7:00PM
Location: LightHouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, Ivory (optional)

first-ever Black Tech Honors Awards Gala is on Thursday September 24, 2026 | 7 PM - 12 AM hosted at the LightHouse Roof...
08/09/2026

first-ever Black Tech Honors Awards Gala is on Thursday September 24, 2026 | 7 PM - 12 AM hosted at the LightHouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City with 2-hr passed hors d'oeuvres for all guests. VIP guests have access to a private 2-hr open bar.

A rooftop celebration of excellence, innovation, and leadership within the Black and minority STEM Community.

Date: Thursday September 24th, 2026
Doors Open: 7 PM
Location: Lighthouse Rooftop | 45-15 37th St, Long Island City
Attire: Black Tie (required)
Event Colors: Black, Gold, Ivory (optional)

Refund Policy: All refund requests must be made 14 days in advance of the event. NO refunds will be accepted or processed after September 24th

07/27/2026

UPMIXER AI Panel discussion recap video - brought to you by NSBE-NYC Professionals along with 100 Black Men & NBCFAE.

Much appreciation to everyone who supported the Upmixer Sky Dwellers II Urban Professional Mixer yesterday at Lillistar ...
07/24/2026

Much appreciation to everyone who supported the Upmixer Sky Dwellers II Urban Professional Mixer yesterday at Lillistar Rooftop! We had a great time and special thanks to our speakers and moderator who presented the AI panel discussion along with our co-hosts 100 Black Men and NBCFAE. Full photo gallery is available on nsbenyc.org 👌🏽

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