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title: "Starting strong: how to land your first paid advisory role - NYC"
date: 2026-02-16T20:32:00+00:00
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 25th February 2026 6:00pm to 9:00pm EST 

 

 

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 ## In a city that rewards ambition and reinvention, New York is fast becoming a hub for senior operators building intentional fractional careers. This session explores how experienced leaders are translating corporate credibility into paid advisory and board roles - and how early engagements can unlock long-term portfolio momentum.

### Join us in NYC to hear from those who’ve successfully made the shift and discover how to position yourself for meaningful, paid opportunities in one of the world’s most competitive markets.

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