About this Event
Building a business or helping founders grow? Join host Tamieka Henry at BK9 on Friday, October 2, 2026, 5–9 PM for free registration, hosted introductions and a founder-focused exchange.
BK9 · 62 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
FREE RSVP
Choose the registration category that best describes your role. All role-based RSVP types provide event admission. Food and drinks are sold separately, except for the first-50-registrants drink offer described below.
WHY THIS ROOM EXISTS
Good opportunities often begin with the right conversation. Meet people building, backing and supporting businesses in a relaxed restaurant setting, with time for introductions and open exchange.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Founders, co-founders and operators building or growing a business
• Angel investors, venture investors, lenders and other capital providers
• Executives, advisors and professionals who support founders
• Community builders, strategic partners and credible connectors
WHAT TO EXPECT
• A founder-led welcome and clear framing for the evening
• Curated introductions across the room
• Conversations about building, funding and supporting businesses
• Time to share what you are building, backing, seeking or offering
• Open networking in a relaxed restaurant setting
COME PREPARED
Bring a concise introduction: who you are, what you are building or supporting, and the one connection or resource that would be most useful. Business cards are optional; a current LinkedIn QR code works well.
IMPORTANT
This is a relationship-building event. Attendance does not guarantee funding, investment, partnerships, clients or introductions to any particular person. Nothing presented at the event is investment, legal, tax or financial advice.
VENUE AND HOSPITALITY
AaronBux curates the gathering, audience, programming and introductions. BK9 independently operates the restaurant venue and its food and beverage service. Food and drinks are available for purchase directly from BK9. Guests must be 21 or older. Please review the ticket details and event FAQs before attending.
People • Ideas • Capital • Impact
Host: Tamieka Henry
AGENDA
5:00–5:30 PM — Doors Open
5:30–5:40 PM — Welcome to AaronBux Exchange
5:40–6:15 PM — Meet the Room
6:15–6:45 PM — Founders & Funders Exchange
6:45–7:30 PM — Open Networking
7:30–7:50 PM — Community Spotlight
7:50–8:40 PM — The Exchange Continues
8:40–9:00 PM — Closing Toast
Business casual or business professional attire is recommended. Business cards and LinkedIn QR codes are welcome. Solo attendees are welcome.
BK9’s event happy-hour menu will be available for purchase. The first 50 registered guests receive one complimentary Rude Boy Rum Punch shot with their drink ticket.
Follow @AaronBuxExchange for future events and announcements.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
FOUNDERS & FUNDERS HAPPY HOUR
Host: Tamieka Henry
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Doors Open
Info: Arrive, check in, grab a drink, and settle into the room.
🕑: 05:30 PM - 05:40 PM
Welcome to AaronBux Exchange
Info: A brief welcome from host Tamieka Henry and an introduction to the evening.
🕑: 05:40 PM - 06:15 PM
Meet the Room
Info: A relaxed opportunity to connect with founders, investors, professionals, and emerging talent.
🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:45 PM
Founders & Funders Exchange
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:30 PM
Open Networking
Info: Short, informal conversations about building businesses, accessing capital, and creating meaningful partnerships.
🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:50 PM
Community Spotlight
Info: A few guests share what they’re building, funding, seeking, or supporting.
🕑: 07:50 PM - 08:40 PM
The Exchange Continues
Info: More introductions, thoughtful conversations, and new connections across the room.
🕑: 08:40 PM - 09:00 PM
Closing Toast
Info: A brief thank-you from AaronBux Exchange and a toast to new relationships and future opportunities.
Event venue & nearby stays
BK9, 62 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, United States
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