We are just a few days away from the highly anticipated NFT NYC 2023!
NFT NYC is an annual conference and festival dedicated to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and blockchain technology. Significantly, the event features industry leaders, artists, collectors, and enthusiasts coming together to share their experiences, insights, and visions for the future of NFTs. It also provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and learning about the latest developments in the NFT space.
In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at some of the featured speakers and community events you won’t want to miss.
Meet the Featured Speakers of NFT NYC 2023
VeeFriends President Andy Krainak
First, meet Andy Krainak, the president of VeeFriends. Essentially, VeeFriends is a revolutionary IP company created through NFT technology. Significantly, it is one of the best projects in the world Led by President Gary Vaynerchuk. Since his early days, Andy has been instrumental in supporting the company’s expansion from an NFT project to an IP company. He has overseen the growth of the company and launched notable collaborations with VeeFriends such as “Veebok”, Macy’s, Toys R US and Mattel’s UNO card game. Andy will speak at a panel titled “NFTs Will Her In The Next Wave Of Innovative Branding and IP Building” on the Main Stage on Thursday, April 13.
Psychotherapist and co-founder of Held Mind, Marianne Le Coyte Grinney
Now, let’s talk about another NFT NYC 2023 speaker, Marianne Le Coyte Grinney. Marianne co-founded Held Mind, a web3 mental health and recovery service, and is a strong advocate of safe and ethical practices within the space. Notably, she is also a Mental Health Advisor for World of Women. In addition, Ella Marianne is a Psychotherapist and Clinical Lead in the UK NHS and Director of Chain Therapy and IRIS Psychotherapy.
Recently recognized as one of the 115 Most Inspirational Women on web3, Marianne is dedicated to leveraging web3 technology to destigmatize mental health and make recovery support more accessible to everyone. Marianne will speak on the “NFT, A Mental Health Call to Action” panel alongside her Held Mind co-founders Doug Hardman and AfromCLE, NFT creator MikeMongo and web3 psychotherapist Ann Dypiangco. This panel will take place on the main stage on Thursday, April 13.
NFT artist and fashion consultant, Adriana Krawcewicz
Lastly, Adriana Krawcewicz is a British-Polish fashion NFT artist who has focused on female empowerment through his artwork. Significantly, Black Dove Gallery in Miami featured her art in an NFT exhibit during Art Basel, making her the first to have an NFT exhibit on fashion illustration.
Adriana has previously advised various brands and organizations including Hewlett Packard, Valde Beauty and Middlesex University London. Additionally, she has worked with clients such as Oscar De La Renta, Ted Baker, Roberto Cavalli, Tod’s, and Vogue. Adriana will speak at the “Journey from Fashion to NFTs” panel at the Brand’s Stage on Wednesday, April 12 at NFT NYC 2023.
The doodle boy and the orange comet
Orange Comet and Joe Whale, aka The Doodle Boy, have announced an art exhibition and charity event during NFT NYC 2023. Taking place at the NFT Gallery on April 12, the exhibition will showcase a 10-piece collection. Significantly, this event features world-renowned artists known for pioneering storytelling and traditional aesthetics with digital art.
In addition, the event will support The Foundling Museum charity as a recipient of the proceeds. Joe has collaborated with some of the featured artists to create unique pieces of NFT digital art. It should be noted that these pieces will come with their physical counterpart on canvas. Ultimately, the exhibition titled “FÁBULA: CUENTOS DE ENJURÍO INFANTIL” aims to inspire joy and reconnect people with their inner child through creative imagination.
9dcc treasure hunt
gmoney, the founder of luxury lifestyle brand 9dcc, is going on a scavenger hunt during NFT NYC 2023! The event will take place on April 12 and participants will have a chance to win amazing prizes. Excitingly, the hunt begins at an undisclosed location. Participants will then follow a trail of clues to various landmarks around New York City. They will also need to register at different locations to receive POAP and commemorative pins from the New York-based artist Snuffy.
In addition, the 9dcc team will present their latest product, the luxurious ITERATION-03 baseball cap. Not only is it stylish, but it also comes with cutting-edge networked product technology. To secure one of these limited-edition hats, you need to sign up for Tokenproof and arrive at the event early, as supplies are limited.
TEST x Beeple
Now for another NFT NYC 2023 event that is causing a stir among NFT enthusiasts! With only 400 attendees getting the chance to network and collaborate, of course we’re talking about the exclusive NFT NYC PROOF x Beeple event. The event will take place in Brooklyn on April 13. Plus, it’ll be packed with a live Beeple performance, music, and a sneak peek at the Diamond Nest trailer. It promises to be an exceptional experience!
So how can we assist? Holders of PROOF Collective, Moonbirds and Oddities tokens are eligible to enter the raffle to win a ticket. PROOF of Conference ticket holders receive priority, followed by those with multiple tokens in the PROOF ecosystem. To enter the raffle, visit the PROOF mint website. But with space limited to just 400 attendees, winning a ticket to this exclusive gathering is a coveted prize, and tickets are non-transferable. Additionally, ten lucky in-person attendees will also receive a special NFT during the event.
What about ApeFest at NFT NYC 2023?
But what is really going on with ApeFest? Well, Yuga Labs, the team behind Bored Ape Yacht Club, is turning things around for ApeFest 2023. After two successful events at NFT NYC, the team is now looking for a new location. This annual festival has become a must-attend event for Bored Ape and Mutant Ape owners, drawing massive crowds. However, Yuga Labs will not be hosting ApeFest in conjunction with NFT NYC this year.
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