Event Title: Six Degrees Society NYC Presents Life After Shark Tank: An Intimate Fireside chat with the Solemates Founders
What's Happening:
Have you ever seen Shark Tank and thought, "how did they get here?" or, "what sort of prep went into this?" and, "what happens after they're done filming?". Solemates founders, Becca Brown and Monica Ferguson, can show you! Solemates is a footwear solutions brand, whose patented high heel cap was featured on Shark Tank (no more sinking into grass or getting stuck in cracks). In this fireside chat, the founders of Solemates will sit down with our SDS ambassador for an intimate look into the journey of fundraising, getting Shark Tank famous, and what happens next.
Curated Matches:
Before we sit down for our programming, each guest will get 2 curated 15 minute connections handpicked just for them based on bios submitted pre-event here https://goo.gl/forms/jIgWxZIo1oFsDZSM2. Or you can make sure to update your profile in your app with your most recent bio or email hello@sixdegreessociety.com with a copy.
When:
Wednesday, March 20th
7-9pm
Where:
Rebecca Minkoff SoHo
96 Greene St
New York, NY 10012
Cost:
$35, free for Six Degrees Society members
About Becca Brown & Monica Ferguson:
Becca Brown & Monica Ferguson are the Cofounders of Solemates, a line of footwear solutions. Known for the flagship product, a patented heel cap that prevents high heels from sinking into grass and getting stuck in cracks, Solemates creates products to make you more comfortable in your shoes. From blister prevention to odor elimination to comfort, Solemates has a solution for every shoe frustration. Solemates are available in CVS, DSW, David's Bridal, as well as on Amazon and the company website (www.thesolemates.com). Solemates were featured on Shark Tank (Season 8, Episode 4) and in numerous media outlets including The Today Show, O Magazine, Us Weekly, Buzzfeed, People Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Real Simple, and more. Celebrity customers include Carrie Underwood,
Demi Lovato, Oprah Winfrey, Rachel Platten, Lauren Conrad, Viola Davis, Gayle King, and Natalie Morales.
Background:
Prior to launching Solemates, Becca & Monica worked at Goldman Sachs.
Becca graduated from Harvard College with a degree in English and was a four-year Varsity Lacrosse player. She obtained her MBA from Columbia Business School.
Monica graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in Finance and obtained her MBA from Columbia Business School.
Cancellation Policy: We have a 12 hour cancellation policy for our events, please cancel directly in the app otherwise you will not receive a refund.
