See why leaders from across the U.S. are making the trip to join us at the top.
The NYC Experience
Where Legacy Minded Leaders
Rise Together
Next event will be in NYC on September 21st
The Movement Continues on September 14th
WELCOME TO THE NYC EXPERIENCE
This isn’t just another networking event.
This is The NYC Experience—an intentionally designed rooftop gathering for entrepreneurs, visionaries, creators, and legacy-driven leaders ready to elevate together.
We’re curating an atmosphere where purpose meets momentum, and the view is just the beginning.
You’ll walk away with new connections, fresh clarity, and a renewed drive for what’s next.
Strategic Connection
Meet doers, decision-makers, and big thinkers
Elevated Environment
Because proximity and energy shape your progress
Memorable Moments
This is the kind of event you’ll talk about all year
WHO will you see on Sept. 14th?
Leaders are flying in, training up, and clearing their calendars to be part of something different.
🔥 These powerhouse leaders are locked in for September 14th
Timothy T.O. Clay, Anthony Cutno,, Shuron Maurice BIG MOE, Brandon Gaydorus, Terry Yoffee, Adam Kohler, Bill Walters, Jon Astacio, Michael Stephenson
The momentum is real.
The seats are limited.
Your seat awaits
The energy was magical, the food was incredible and the overall vibe was high. This is the mastermind to be in.
Why people are asking to work with us.
Here's a little bit about us
Curated by Two Powerhouse Leaders Who Know How to Build the Right Room
🎭 Lancelot Theobald Jr.
Actor. Producer. Choreographer. Motivator.
From Broadway to film sets to international stages, Lancelot is a creative force driven by purpose, presence, and progress. He’s danced at the Metropolitan Opera, coached athletes across borders, and inspired thousands with his story of reinvention and resilience. A former pro athlete turned global motivator, Lancelot merges performance with transformation—helping people unlock the rhythm of their full potential. Whether mentoring artists or producing impact-driven content, he brings discipline and devotion to everything he builds.
His superpower? Helping others own the spotlight—on and off the stage.
🎤 Sifu Rafael
Master instructor. Communication expert. Executive coach.
Sifu Rafael is the founder of Speaking Prowess and creator of Sifu’s Mind Body Method™, a transformational program that fuses movement, mindset, and mastery. With 50+ years of experience in martial arts, personal growth, and professional speaking, Sifu Rafael has coached leaders worldwide on how to communicate with clarity, live with discipline, and show up with purpose. He’s also the host of 8 global shows, including Authors Tales and Business Prowess, building platforms where stories and strategies turn into breakthroughs.
His gift? Creating environments where connection, growth, and next-level confidence are inevitable.
🎤 Sifu Rafael
Jose Escobar is a nationally recognized, award-winning speaker, elite sales professional, author, and founder of the Connected Leaders Academy (CLA)—the fastest-growing entrepreneurial community of its kind. He empowers high performers to level up through accountability, authentic connection, and intentional growth.
With 25+ years in leadership, sales, and team building, Jose brings clarity, energy, and a legacy-driven mindset to everything he does. A devoted husband and father of five, he lives what he teaches—building community, mastering communication, and leading with purpose.
Superpower: Creating world-class ecosystems where extraordinary leaders grow, thrive, and win—together.
When Sifu Rafael, Lancelot and Jose team up, they don’t just host events—they ignite movements and elevate everyone around them.
We don’t create events, we create experiences with intention. Our reach is global and our focus is individual transformation. We blend real-world mastery with deep authenticity. We stand for legacy, collaboration, and momentum. We know how to bring the right people together and help them rise
Grow your personal and business brand through The NYC Experience.
Powered by Sifu Rafael and Lancelot, where visibility meets real impact.
🎁 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The NYC Experience isn’t just a moment—it’s a movement.
Your brand gets seen by every attendee, every collaborator, and every guest speaker who walks through that rooftop door
We already have people asking when the next Experience will be
Choose the level that matches your vision
🗽Skyline
Let's Chat
Logo placement on event signage
Social media shoutout
Name included in group thank-you email to attendees
Reach out to get involved
Sifu Rafael 516-242-8732
🗽 Legend
Let's Chat
Everything in Level 1
Featured mention during the live event
Option to include an item or flyer in the attendee giveaway
Reach out to get involved
Sifu Rafael 516-242-8732
🗽 Legacy
Let's Chat
All Level 2 perks
Premium logo placement and featured status in recap video
Verbal brand highlight during the event program
Table/display opportunity at event (limited availability)
Interview opportunity on the NYC Experience promo reel
Interview on the Live NYC Experience show
Reach out to get involved
Sifu Rafael 516-242-8732
Some of our sponsors
Legacy Sponsors
Skyline Sponsors Opportunities
Legend Sponsors Opportunities
Legacy Sponsors Opportunities
Sponsorships are available, will your brand be next?
Our Past Sponsors
Frequently Ask Question
The NYC Experience is more than an event
This isn’t a ticket link. This is personal.
To secure your seat, text “NYC Experience” to 516-242-8732.
You’ll connect directly with me, and I’ll personally confirm your spot before they’re gone.
How do I reserve my seat for September 14th
The NYC Experience is more than an event, it’s the room where real leaders and visionaries lock arms, build collaborations, and create opportunities that last. Seats move fast because those who’ve been here before know the impact of being in the room.
This isn’t a ticket link. This is personal.
📲 To secure your seat, text “NYC Experience” to 516-242-8732.
You’ll connect directly with me, and I’ll personally confirm your spot before they’re gone.
Why should I Sponsor this brunch
Because this isn’t just a brunch. It’s a curated connection point for decision-makers, creators, and high-impact leaders from across the country. When you sponsor The NYC Experience, you're not just putting your logo on a flyer, you’re aligning your brand with:
🗽 Visibility that lasts beyond the event
Your name will be seen in photos, videos, recap reels, and social media posts that keep circulating long after the rooftop clears.
🗽 A movement with momentum
This is just the beginning. Sponsors of this event will be first in line for future collaborations, larger platforms, and exclusive networking opportunities.
🗽 Proximity to power
Our attendees aren’t passive—they’re purpose-driven professionals who invest in growth, make things happen, and influence others.
🗽 Genuine community recognition
Your support positions you as someone who doesn’t just talk the talk—you elevate the room by helping it exist.
This event is about energy, excellence, and elevation—and your brand belongs in that atmosphere.
Let’s build something unforgettable—together.
what should I expect at the NYC Brunch Experience?
Expect the unexpected—but in all the best ways.
🗽 This isn’t a conference. It’s not panels and pitches. It’s rooftop energy, real people, and curated moments designed to connect you to the right opportunities.
🗽 You’ll feel welcomed, not overwhelmed. We’ve created this with first-timers in mind. Whether you’re new to networking or just haven’t found the right room yet—this is your invitation.
🗽 You’ll leave with more than a full stomach. New connections. New perspectives. Maybe even your next client, coach, or collaborator.
Come as you are—but leave elevated.
🔮 What’s Next for the NYC Experience?
This is only the beginning.
The NYC Experience is becoming a monthly destination for serious connection and curated growth.
🎯 Upcoming 2024 Dates:
🗽 September 14th
🗽 December 7th
Each month, we’re building something bigger:
– New speakers, new voices, new breakthroughs
– Expanded sponsor visibility
– And a growing community of leaders who keep showing up for themselves—and each other.
🌟 Want to be part of all of them?
🗽 Sponsors: Lock in a multi-event partnership and grow with us
🗽 Attendees: Become a monthly member of our rooftop network
🗽 Speakers & Hosts: Reach out now to join a future lineup
👉 The movement is real. The question is—will you move with it?
How to Maximize Every Moment When You Network
Watch this video to learn how to build real connections that lead to real opportunities.
Because it’s not just who you meet.....it’s how you connect that makes it count.
Get In Touch
Email: [email protected]
Address to be announced in
New York, NY
Date & time
Sunday September 14th
Reach out by cell Phone Number:
Sifu Rafael 516-242-8732
Lancelot 516 - 770 - 6761
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