In-person
FourBlock NYC Community Chapter launch
November 17, 2026 4:30pm - 8:30pm ET
NEW YORK CITY, LET’S CONNECT.
A new chapter. New connections. More opportunities.
FourBlock is bringing New York City's military-connected community together to build something bigger: a powerful local network where relationships open doors, careers grow, and community thrives.
Join FourBlock and Adelphi University for the official launch of the FourBlock NYC Chapter!
Join us for an evening of meaningful conversations, new connections, and shared possibilities with veterans, military spouses, employers, community leaders, and local partners.
The event is 100% IN PERSON
EVENT DETAILS
NOVEMBER 17, 2026 | 4:30–8:30 PM ET
4:30–8:30 PM ET
Adelphi University Manhattan Center
529 Fifth Avenue at 44th Street | New York City
Great careers start with connections. Great communities make them last.
Come meet your people. Expand your network. Help launch something extraordinary for New York City.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Connect & Network: Meet the people and organizations shaping opportunities across New York City.
Community Leadership Panel: Hear perspectives on careers, hiring, wellness, inclusion, and resources for the military-connected community, followed by live Q&A.
Small-Group Conversations: Join interactive discussions with local leaders and experts, exchange ideas, and discover new resources and opportunities.
Build What's Next: Help shape a chapter where professional growth, meaningful relationships, and community engagement continue long after the launch.
PANELISTS
Nicole Orlando, Chief of Staff, NYC Department of Veterans Services (Veteran Ally)
Louis Olander, Director of Research and Veterans Initiatives, Disability:IN
Sean Koppelman, President, The Talent Magnet (Veteran Ally)
John Kelly, LMSW, Program Director, Northwell Health (USMC Veteran
Karin Childress-Wiley, Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, FourBlock
Moderator: Nick Iadevaio, FourBlock Strategic Advisor and Principal/Founder of InnerSource Leadership Advisors (Veteran Ally)
Great careers start with connections. Great communities make them last.
Come meet your people. Expand your network. Help launch something extraordinary for New York City.
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
4:30–8:30 PM ET
Adelphi University Manhattan Center
529 Fifth Avenue at 44th Street | New York City
Participating Companies
Speakers
- John Kelly — Program Director, Northwell Health (LinkedIn)
- Karin Childress-Wiley — Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, FourBlock (LinkedIn)
- Louis Olander — Director of Research and Veterans Initiatives, Disability:IN (LinkedIn)
- Nick Iadevaio — NYC Community Chapter Strategic Advisor, FourBlock (LinkedIn)
- Nicole Orlando — Chief of Staff, New York City Department of Veteran Services (LinkedIn)
- Sean Koppelman — President, The Talent Magnet (LinkedIn)
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