The Diaspora Network Kick-Off
October 9, 2025 • 6:00 PM • NYC • Invite-Only
An invitation-only launch uniting Caribbean diaspora and impact leaders for dialogue, connection, and action.
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Alain Leroy
Founder & Managing Director, Venture Philanthropy Blueprint™ (VPB)
Martin Babinec
Founder & Managing Partner, UpVentures Capital
Chris Cochran
Executive Director, Entrepreneurs Across Borders (EAB)
Jodi Brockington
Co-Founder & Chief Partnerships Officer, Venture Philanthropy Blueprint™ (VPB)
About the Event
Fireside chats, curated networking, and real-time collaboration.
Audience: Diaspora and underinvested founders, funders, operators, civic + corporate allies.
Location: Private venue in NYC (shared after approval).
Event Format Highlights
Welcome: Jodi Brockington (Co-Founder & Chief Partnerships Officer, VPB)
Opening Remarks: Alain Leroy (Founder & Managing Director, VPB)
Keynote: Martin Babinec (Founder & Managing Partner, UpVentures Capital)
Co-Host: Chris Cochran (Executive Director, EAB)
Fireside: Capital Meets Purpose - Investing in Caribbean Innovation (Guest Speakers)
Social Hour with Mission-Aligned Leaders
How to Attend
This is a private event. To maintain alignment and intimacy, all registrations will be reviewed. Approved attendees will receive RSVP confirmation with event location by email.
Capital
Flexible, outcome aligned investment strategies.
Capacity
Embedded operators + automation infrastructure.
Community
Peer networks, playbooks, and ecosystem partners.
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POWER BRUNCH
Redefining Venture Philanthropy
New York City | April 17, 2025
Event Title:
VPB Power Brunch: Redefining Venture Philanthropy
Event Description:
Join us for an exclusive Power Brunch hosted by Alain Leroy and co-hosted by visionary leaders Adam de Delva (DTR) and Marie Patterson (InfinityPath Ventures), as we soft-launch the Venture Philanthropy Blueprint (VPB) —a bold new platform designed to fund, build, and scale high-impact ventures at the intersection of capital, innovation, and social change.
This dynamic event brings together a curated group of investors, entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and Growth Operators to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future of sustainable impact.
What To Expect:
An insider look at the VPB platform and upcoming digital ecosystem
Candid conversation with movement-builders and tech innovators
Opportunities to partner, sponsor, and shape the VPB Handbook launch
Live networking with 25 in-person guests and virtual participants
Invitation to join the VPB Growth Operator Network directory
Audience:
Impact investors, social entrepreneurs, philanthropy leaders, ecosystem organizations, and execution-focused advisors.
Date & Time:
Thursday, April 17, 2025
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Virtual Program
Location:
In-Person (New York City) & Virtual
REQUEST INVITE for exact location and virtual link.
Reserve your spot now and be part of a new era in venture philanthropy.