Sam White (@SamWhiteout) - Click here
Where are you from and where do you live now? I'm from NJ and currently commute to NY for my work at HuffPost Live Small bio I love watching movie trailers I don't trust people who wear shoes on the beach James Baldwin, Richard Pryor, & Toni Morrison are the bomb.com What college did you attend? Villanova University What is a motto / quote you live by? Teamwork makes the dream work Best first date idea? Can't be giving away the secrets! My advice, though? Never do the same first date twice. If you're at all serious about the date, it should be completely tailored What is your favorite drink? Bourbon & Ginger Ale List 3 hobbies Taekwondo, Cello, Snowboarding - none of which I do enough of these days What are 3 words you use to describe yourself? Corny. Genuine. Wordy. What are 3 things you look for in a significant other? Modest. Cocky. Imperfect. What is the business you’re involved in? I'm not a businessman, I'm a business, man. I'm involved in a number of fields, but primarily social justice & journalism. What made you passionate about this business? I have always been compelled to understand. Whenever I don't get something, I need to do whatever necessary to figure it out. Injustice, racism, prejudice...these things don't make sense to me on a very fundamental level. I realized that this is a good thing. Instead of looking to "figure it out," I need to work to mitigate them in our society (usually by giving people the tools to figure out themselves that these societal problems don't make any sense. One thing you’ve learned from your life as a (nerd) Learning is cool. Reading is cool. Anyone who says otherwise doesn't do enough of either. What are your goals for the future? I want to make people's lives better, have fun, & somehow make that a living at the same time.
Brandon Bryant (@Wallstreet.paper) - Click here
Where are you from and where do you live now? Harlem, NY Small bio I received my degree in Economics from The Ohio State University and I am now an Investment Banker / Menswear blogger who has been featured in GQ, Complex and Fader What college did you attend? The Ohio State University What is a motto / quote you live by? Work Hard Stay Humble Best first date idea? Gallery Hopping in Cheslea What is your favorite drink? Jameson, splash of coke, two rocks List 3 hobbies Basketball, Collecting shoes, Photography What are 3 words you use to describe yourself? Driven. Charismatic. Witty. What are 3 things you look for in a significant other? Intelligent. Beautiful. Thoughtful. What is the business you’re involved in? Menswear / Social Media Consulting What made you passionate about this business? The ability to create content for partners and successfully connect them with their end audience organicaly gives me a feeling of instant gratification One thing you’ve learned from your life as a (creative / entrepreneur) Closed mouths don't get fed What are your goals for the future? Expand the blog to lifestyle and create larger campaigns for our partners
Winston Waters II (@Winwats) - Click here
Where are you from and where do you live now? NY Small bio I invest professionally and personally in a number of startups and early-stage ventures. I recently graduated from Harvard where I studied Applied Math, Economics and Energy. Outside of work I love music, tech, fashion and traveling! What college did you attend? Harvard CollegeWhat is a motto / quote you live by? "Your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other one thing." - A. Lincoln "Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have." - Eckhart Tolle Best first date idea? Something simple, fun, and memorable What is your favorite drink? Classic Manhattan List 3 hobbies Travel. Tech. Sports. What are 3 words you use to describe yourself? Confident. Creative. Driven. What are 3 things you look for in a significant other? Thoughtfulness. Honesty. Understanding. What is the business you’re involved in? Finance/Investing/PE&VC&BusDev. I invest in/buy high-growth later-stage companies and startups, and help grow/scale existing companies that our fund owns. One thing you’ve learned from your life as a businessman (Young Professional) “We often miss opportunity because it's dressed in overalls and looks like work” ― Thomas A. Edison What are your goals for the future? To name a few...
1. Keep living a purposeful life
2. Keep dreaming
3. Travel more (a few places on my list: outer space, (revisit) the jungle)
4. Make the most of every opportunity that comes my wayyy (Fetty Wap voice lol)
Emeka Anen (@Throne.xyz) - Click here
Where are you from and where do you live now? Raleigh, NC by way of Detroit, MI Small bio Tech Entrepreneur & CEO based in NYC. A Well who has spent time since graduation in 2010 living in 5 major US cities and 2 international countries. Former management consultant What college did you attend? UNC Chapel Hill List 3 hobbies Long Distance Running Spontaneous Travel/Adventure Reading What are 3 words you use to describe yourself? Insightful. Friendly. Quick-witted. What is the business you’re involved in? THRONE, (www.THRONE.xyz) a technology company building tools to enhance the consumer experience within the sneaker and streetwear community. What are your goals for the future? My most immediate goal is to rapidly scale my and grow my company. I'm excited about building a company and platform that provides value to an often overlooked community. Outside of work other goals include continuing to be a positive influence and role model to my mentees and completing my first full marathon this year.
Most Eligible Bachelors Brunch
Please Join us at Corner Social (Click here for more info) for the "Bae Most Eligible Bachelors Brunch" Saturday September 12th form 12pm-4pm and get a professional headshot to put on your Bae profile!!
Thank you!!
WSP