New York

KACNY hosts 5th multischool MBA happy hour

Kellogg alumni gathered on a sultry evening in August at the Boat Basin Café overlooking the Hudson River in Manhattan at the multischool MBA happy hour organized by KACNY. Hundreds of people enjoyed cocktails and lively discussion with new friends and old while watching one of the most beautiful sunsets in New York last summer. This was the fifth event of its kind in the New York area, both initiated and run by KACNY. Special thanks to Dan Williams '99 for planning this event.

KACNY hosts prospective student reception

More than 25 Kellogg alumni and KACNY members gathered at Goldman Sachs' downtown offices in late September to assist Beth Flye and Kellogg's Office of Admissions with a presentation to prospective students. Panelists included Kurt Ryden '95, Dan Williams '99, Geoff O'Malley '99, Clara Kim '01 and others. More than 20 alumni were on hand to help field questions from prospective students.

Welcome party/Dean Emeritus Ed Wilson presentation at The Williams Club

More than 120 Kellogg alumni gathered at The Williams Club in Midtown on Oct. 1 to welcome new graduates into the KACNY family and preview The Williams Club, one of KACNY's new partner clubs in New York. Associate Dean Emeritus and Kellogg Ambassador-at-Large Ed Wilson joined us for a wonderful evening of discussion, food and beverage. Alumni took tours of The Williams Club, and many have since taken advantage of the special offer from the club to join as members.

Kellogg School alumni take to the links at the Clearview Golf Course in Queens, New York.

2003 fall KACNY golf outing

KACNY held its 2003 golf outing on a Saturday in early October at the well-regarded Clearview Golf Course in Queens. This was a great opportunity to see old Kellogg friends and meet new ones on a sunny, crisp autumn day. Special thanks to Ray Woods '97 and Arun Sharma '99 for arranging this soon-to-be-annual KACNY tradition.

KACNY and Medill Club of New York host chocolate tasting

The Kellogg Alumni Club of New York and the Medill Club of Greater New York invited local alumni to a delicious chocolate tasting on an evening in October. Attendees explored the fascinating origins of chocolate and discovered its many hidden aromas and tantalizing flavors. They cultivated their tongues by tasting chocolate made from cacao beans grown from different parts of the world, and then indulged in pairing fine chocolates with teas, coffees and wines. The exclusive event was held at MarieBelle Fine Treats and Chocolates on Broome Street. Special thanks to Lan Wong of the Medill Club of Greater New York for arranging this special event with her employer, MariBelle.

New York Athletic Club prospective members reception

	Catherine Vaughn '02 and Michael Costanzo '02 met up at the Kellogg Alumni Club of New York's prospective members' reception at the New York Athletic Club.

KACNY was pleased to host a prospective members' reception at the New York Athletic Club in late October. It was a great opportunity to become familiar with the benefits of this magnificent and historic club. Special thanks to Mike McMurphy '80, a member of the club, for making this event happen.

All-MBA happy hour

Members of the New York Business School Clubs (NYBSC) invited New York-area alumni to join them for their third annual all-MBA soiree. This was a great way to kick off the holiday season in style at a fun networking and socializing event. This year's get-together was held at Metronome in Union Square. Special thanks to Joe DeBono '97, one of the KACNY key advisers and an elected member of the NYBSC, for his help in leading this event.

Personal financial planning seminar

Most of us spend more time planning our vacations than our personal finances. While we normally get an annual physical and dental check-up, we don't bother with a financial one. To help remedy this imbalance, KACNY invited area alumni to attend an educational talk on personal financial planning. Attendees received a checklist and worksheets to help better plan their financial future. They also picked up some ideas about cash management, risk management, investments, taxes, retirement and estate planning. Carol Spomer '78 and Kelly Imamura conducted the event.

Exclusive wine tasting at The India House Club

KACNY celebrated the fall and holiday season with a very special wine tasting sponsored by The India House Club and WineSpectatorSchool.com. Attendees saw Gloria Maroti '97 of WineSpectatorSchool.com in action and enjoyed a high-quality wine tasting at one of the most exclusive private clubs in the city. Special thanks to Javed Rahman '97 for planning this event.

KACNY and Northwestern law school joint happy hour

The Kellogg Alumni Club of New York, the Northwestern Law Alumni Association and The Williams Club hosted a joint happy hour on a Thursday evening in November. Attendees were treated to a fun evening of networking across multiple Northwestern academic programs. Alumni had the opportunity to catch up with old friends, make new connections and enjoy great food and drink.

Wall Street Week networking event

Remember when you first arrived in the city hoping to land that all-important job on Wall Street? Alumni shared experiences and gave advice in an informal setting about Wall Street careers at this well-attended event. Special thanks to Irene Tarkov '02 for brainstorming and planning.

KACNY holiday party 2003

KACNY held its annual holiday party during the first week in December at The Williams Club. This year we put together an elegant cocktail reception for our alumni at a discounted rate and people showed up in droves. Special thanks to Dan Williams '99 for planning this event.

February happy hour

KACNY held its February happy hour at Trousdale in Midtown on a Monday evening in early February. A group of Kellogg alumni (including many new faces) braved the cold New York weather to catch up with friends and network in this hip new hangout named for the fabled L.A. housing development of the same name (Trousdale Estates).