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Upcoming Events
- Cybersecurity for Nonprofits: Technical Support Scams
  
  Join us for our quarterly installment of Cybersecurity for Nonprofits, in which a First Republic cybersecurity expert will discuss technical support scams. According to the Internet Crime Complaint Center, technical support scams inflicted nearly $150 million in losses in 2020. The session will review the tactics and tools fraudsters use to commit such scams, along with best practices to avoid these types of cyberthreats.
  
  Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 12:00–12:30 p.m. PT / 3:00–3:30 p.m. ET
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- Market Outlook: 2022 Year Ahead
  
  Please join us for a 2022 market outlook discussion with Christopher J. Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer of First Republic Private Wealth Management, and Mike Selfridge, Chief Banking Officer of First Republic Bank. They will address the economy, U.S. policy, financial markets and investment opportunities as we enter the new year.
  
  Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 1:00–2:00 p.m. PT / 4:00–5:00 p.m. ET
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- Lunar New Year Celebration With Immortals Lion Dance
  
  Join Immortals Lion Dance for a special performance and discussion. Learn about the history of lion dancing, behind-the-scenes stunt training and how the lion dance has become an important tradition in Lunar New Year celebrations.
  
  Thursday, Feb 10, 2022, 2:00–3:00 p.m. PT / 5:00–6:00 p.m. ET
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- Mobile Banking: Safe and Simple
  
  Not using our mobile banking app yet? Join us for an interactive workshop on how the First Republic app can help you securely manage your accounts whenever and wherever it suits you.
  
  Learn how to deposit checks, set fraud alerts, contact your banker and more to stay up to date and keep your accounts safe and secure.
  
  This webinar features First Republic experts Sean Parviz, Digital Specialist, and Ryan Paradis, Client Cybersecurity Specialist.
  
  Thursday, February 10, 2022, 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. ET
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- A Discussion With Ian Bremmer on Top Risks for 2022
  
  Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer and Chairman Cliff Kupchan are pleased to present this year's Top Risks report, which identifies the most important geopolitical trends and stress points for global investors and market participants in 2022, as well as a few red herrings—issues that, despite media attention, are unlikely to pose a significant threat or drive instability in the coming year.
  
  Monday, February 14, 2022, 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
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- New Year’s Resolution: Healthy Meals for Daily Life
  
  Was your New Year’s resolution to learn how to cook healthier meals? Join Tender Greens’ Co-Founder Chef Erik Oberholtzer as he teaches you how to make healthy and affordable meals that are easy to prepare as we begin this new year. His fresh take on sustainability and accessibility as well as food tips will make any at-home meal taste delicious.
  
  Chef Erik will share insights and recipes from his latest book,Ten Year Plan, and how he and his partners built Tender Greens, one of the best restaurant chains in the world in 2014, according toCondé Nast Traveler and recognized by Forbes as one of the “25 Most Innovative Consumer Brands” in 2015. Learn how Tender Greens became a successful restaurant by putting an elevated spin on the comfort dishes you love using food from local farms to create dishes inspired by seasonal flavors. Food transforms lives — come join us for the revolution. To follow along during the webinar,click here for the recipes.
  
  Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
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- Behind the Scenes with The Great Animal Orchestra
  
  Enjoy a behind-the-scenes virtual tour of The Great Animal Orchestra: Bernie Krause and United Visual Artists, on view through May 22, 2022. This immersive and multisensory installation celebrates our world’s rich biodiversity through Krause’s remarkable soundscape recordings of natural environments from around the world. The Peabody Essex Museum is the premier U.S. venue for this exhibition, commissioned by the Fondation Cartier. Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) co-curators Trevor Smith and Janey Winchell will introduce you to the artists and offer a sneak peek at this memorable and impactful experience.
  
  Thursday, February 17, 2022, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
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- My Life, Through The Lens Of A Wine Glass
  
  Join The Urban Grape’s own TJ Douglas for this very special webinar in celebration of Black History Month, presented by First Republic Bank.
  
  For years, TJ pursued his insatiable passion for hospitality and wine, only to find that the traditional paths to learning about and working in wine were all but shut to him and the BIPOC men and women who looked like him.
  
  His story covers ...
  
  • his growth as an entrepreneur who developed his own groundbreaking system for thinking about and categorizing wine that has revolutionized wine retail,
  • how he broke all the wine establishment rules, and showed others that a successful career in wine does not depend on attaining a sommelier pin,
  • the ways in which he built a cutting-edge and thriving Black-owned business in an industry that historically only rewards traditional paths to success.
  
  Throughout TJ’s story, you’ll learn about — and taste — wine from producers like Robin and Andrea McBride, Theodora Lee, Tinashe Nyamudoka and Donae Burston, who are leading innovative Black-owned wine brands across four continents.
  
  Thursday, February 24, 2022, 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
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Past Events
Newly Added
- Year-End Planning Roundtable: What to Expect and How to Prepare
  
  In this collaborative discussion our panel of senior First Republic Private Wealth Management leaders discuss year-end planning in a tax-changing environment and what to review before year-end, including: Retirement savings, income taxes and capital gains and top items to review annually.
- Market Update: An Early Look at 2022
  
  This timely discussion on market updates features Christopher J. Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer of First Republic Investment Management, and Mike Selfridge, Chief Banking Officer of First Republic Bank.
- The Funding Divide Is Real
  
  Watch a fireside chat with Russ Heddleston, Co-founder and CEO of DocSend, and Kelley Steven-Waiss, CEO of Hitch, as we review DocSend’ s data-driven research report on the gender funding divide.
Food and Wine
- Make Bouchon Bakery’s Holiday Macarons
  
  Pastry Chef Nicholas Bonamico of Bouchon Bakery demonstrates how to make gingerbread macarons with cream cheese filling. Chef Bonamico will also share holiday baking tips and favorite recipes from Chef Thomas Keller’s famed bakery in Yountville, California. In addition, Chef Keller will join Chef Bonamico to wish you a warm holiday season.
- Sips of the Season
  
  In this spirited event master mixologist Blake Tucker creates festive cocktails you can make at home this holiday season. Learn the history of and recipes for three signature cocktails that are sure to impress your guests at your next celebration. To follow along during the event, here are the recipes and instructions for the three cocktails Blake will be demonstrating.
- Wine Enthusiasts: Why Your Glass Matters
  
  Riedel, the family-owned company that has been producing the world’s finest glassware for 265 years! Discover how Riedel glassmakers have utilized shape and design to innovate glassware over 11 generations. As an additional component, the team will be offering an in-depth sensory workshop. Riedel will demonstrate the relationship between glass shape and how it can affect your experience with wine. Guests are welcome to either watch or actively participate at home.
- SONA Presents Coastal Indian Flavors by Chef Hari Nayak
  
  In celebration of Diwali, join Chef Hari Nayak, world-famous author, restaurateur and Executive Chef at SONA NYC, for a journey through Indian culture and cuisine.
- Delicious Dim Sum with Famed Chef George Chen
  
  Chef George Chen creates three classic dumpling recipes from his award-winning restaurant, China Live: Shanghai xiao long bao (XLB) soup dumplings; Sichuan working hands dumplings; and sheng jian bao (SJB), the most popular dim sum dish on the menu.
- Drink Progressively With The Urban Grape
  
  Learn how to taste wine with TJ Douglas, Founder and CEO of The Urban Grape in Boston and co-creator of the Progressive Scale, a unique way of organizing wine by its body, rather than varietal or region, as a way to help you pick the perfect wine for your palate. During this webinar, you’ll learn why the Progressive Scale was created and just how it can help you find wines you’ll love, while sipping along with wines chosen for you from our BIPOC collection. You may purchase any of the wines included in this bundle or attend for free and sip whatever is already in your wine rack.
- Everything You Wanted to Know About Olive Oil
  
  Olive oil has the power to transform a dish with just a drop. Join Ana and Marcela Hernandez, owners of Grove 45 Extra Virgin Olive Oil, to learn about the olive oil industry. We’ll take a virtual tour of St. Helena, California, to learn about the olive oil–making process and the differences between oils from various regions and countries.
- Masa Masterclass: A Primer on Sake
  
  Masa Beverage Director Jonathan Charnay will describe the various styles of Japanese sake and teach you how to distinguish regional differences. By offering suggestions for conventional and non-conventional food pairings, he hopes to open taste buds to the wonderful wide world of Japanese sake.
- Is it “Whisky” or “Whiskey”?
  
  Is whiskey the same as bourbon? What about rye and scotch? What are the differences between Irish, Canadian and Japanese whiskey? If you know the answers to these questions, you’re probably either a connoisseur of this fine spirit or a bartender — because these distinctions can cause confusion for the rest of us.
- What Better Way to Toast New Beginnings Than With Champagne
  
  What better way to toast new beginnings than with champagne. Join us for an in-depth exploration of all things champagne, including its history, the various types, proper glassware, and how to safely open or saber a bottle of bubbly.
- Savor the Season: Cooking with Wolfgang Puck's Executive Kitchen
  
  Watch or cook along for an interactive cooking demonstration from Wolfgang Puck’s Catering Kitchen in Hollywood with Eric Klein, Executive Chef and Vice President of Culinary, and Garry Larduinat, Regional Executive Pastry Chef to prepare a complete meal for the season.
- A Master Class: What Makes a 90+ Wine?
  
  Watch the leading authorities from Wine Spectator discuss the process for scoring the world’s best wines and take part in an interactive Q&A.
- A Taste of Summer: A Trip to the Mediterranean With Chef Michael Lomonaco
  
  Join Chef Michael Lomonaco, Owner and Executive Chef of NYC’s Porter House and Hudson Yards Grill, for a fun and interactive cooking experience.
Finance
- Venture Capital Tax Update: What You Should Know and How It Could Affect You
  
  Our current tax environment is complex and ever changing. And this year feels even more complex than prior years. Tax experts from Andersen discuss proposed tax laws that could affect venture capital firms, partners and your individual planning. This webinar will provide a summary of some of the tax proposals, help prepare you for any potential changes, and highlight ideas to consider and discuss with your advisors to better position yourself to achieve your financial goals and objectives.
- Potholes and Patches Exploring Our Predictable Financial Mistakes and How to Fix Them
  
  Professor Hal Hershfield of UCLA’s Anderson School of Management discusses some of the common financial mistakes we all make as well as evidence-based solutions for them.
- Global Energy Trends And Innovations For The Future
  
  In this session, Dr. Michael Webber, who is the Josey Centennial Professor in Energy Resources at the University of Texas at Austin and CTO of Energy Impact Partners, will provide an overview of global energy trends and offer a unique perspective on the future of energy production and consumption. In conversation with Bob Thornton, President of First Republic Private Wealth Management, Dr. Webber will share how research and technology innovations can help us prepare for the path ahead.
- Climate Change Emerging Investment Opportunities And Risks
  
  A summer of extreme weather has brought into sharper focus the need for investors to fully understand the risks and opportunities resulting from climate change. In this session, we share the latest research regarding climate systems and trends, and the potential impacts across industry sectors. The panel will feature a lively presentation and discussion between Dr. Arthur Lerner-Lam, Senior Advisor to the Deans of the Columbia Climate School; Dr. Radley Horton, Research Professor at Columbia University’s Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Christopher J. Wolfe, Chief Investment Officer, First Republic Investment Management.
- Tax and Financial Planning Considerations: Plan Today for Tomorrow
  
  Watch Richard Scarpelli, Head of Financial Planning at First Republic Private Wealth Management, present on timely tax and financial planning strategies that we believe all clients should consider in today’s environment.
Arts And Culture
- The Publishing World Demystified How To Start Write And Sell Your Book
  
  Watch acclaimed novelist and memoirist David Goodwillie as he explains (and simplifies) the often daunting process of writing and selling a book. How does the publishing industry actually work? Who are the publishers, and what are the different genres? What about e-books, audiobooks and self-publishing? He’ll discuss the process of writing itself: What, exactly, do you want to write — a novel, a memoir or a collection of essays — and how can you get started?
- Stanford Jazz Workshop Presents: American Roots Music With Sam Reider
  
  What is “roots music”? You’ve probably been dancing, singing and tapping your toes to it your entire life. Sam Reider has explored American roots music deeply, and he’s followed all of its enticing tributaries to their sources: jazz, folk, blues, world music and more. To bring you closer to the music, Reider will talk a bit and dazzle you with his astonishing virtuosity and soulful performance.
- The Adventures of Women in Tech With Alana Karen
  
  Watch a Fireside Chat with author Alana Karen. A 19-year Google employee and the author of Adventures of Women in Tech: How We Got Here and Why We Stay, Alana has her own stories to share as well as those of more than 80 women she interviewed for her book.
- Your Fully Charged Life With Meaghan B. Murphy
  
  Your Fully Charged Life is Meaghan B. Murphy’s master guide to bringing your best self to every moment, even when the pressures of daily life leave you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and wallowing in negative thoughts (and a pint of your favorite gelato). Spanning health, work, family time and more, Your Fully Charged Life reveals small changes in outlook and habits that yield big results, without ever sacrificing who you are.
- Stanford Jazz Workshop Presents String Theory: The History of the Jazz Guitar with Terrence Brewer
  
  Watch acclaimed guitarist and educator Terrence Brewer as he explains and plays the history of jazz guitar.
- 24/6: The Power of Unplugging One Day a Week
  
  Tiffany Shlain explores in her talk how turning off screens one day a week can work wonders on your brain, body, and soul...especially now during the Covid-situation when we are on screens more than ever before.
- Behind the Wheel With Petersen Automotive Museum
  
  Join Michael Bodell, the Deputy Director/Chief Operating Officer of the Petersen Automotive Museum for a virtual tour in the Vault. Discover some of the most iconic and rare cars, motorcycles, and trucks spanning over 120 years of automotive history on the largest guided automotive tour in the United States.
- Artist-Led Innovation at American Ballet Theatre
  
  Watch a special conversation with American Ballet Theatre’s dancers and choreographers, moderated by Executive Director Kara Medoff Barnett.
Nonprofit
- Donor Stewardship: How Nonprofits Can Build Relationships That Last
  
  Learn about the three keys to cultivating donors and tips for maintaining donor relationships during uncertain times.
- Candid: Reinventing Nonprofit Fundraising in the COVID-19 Era
  
  Watch Candid present insights on how your nonprofit can host engaging virtual events that galvanize your supporters, assess your donor base to identify effective new fundraising streams, and blend thoughtful fundraising strategy and creativity in this new environment.
Education
- The Art of Origami and Gift Wrapping
  
  Learn more about the art of Japanese origami and gift wrapping with award-winning paper artist Linda Mihara. This holiday season, become a professional gift wrapper and learn the secrets of creating festive origami ornaments the entire family can enjoy.
- Raising Resilient Adults in an Age of Entitlement
  
  This interactive discussion with O’Connor Professional Group covers the following topics: Parenting trends — the benefits and challenges of raising productive young adults. Pressures on young adults: stress, social media and substances. Entitlement: what it means and how to prevent it. Tips for setting reasonable expectations and promoting resiliency.
- How to Get the Yes: The Art of Persuasion
  
  Watch a conversation with leading women founders and funders as they discuss challenges, insights and best practices for successfully achieving that “Yes!” You will hear from a panel of inspiring women who will offer engaging perspectives on what has — and hasn’t — worked in convincing others and on lessons learned.
- Why Cybercrime Succeeds: A Conversation with Cyber Expert Brett Johnson
  
  Watch “Original Internet Godfather” Brett Johnson, a former U.S. most wanted cybercriminal, for an entertaining and educational talk covering the latest techniques criminals are using and how to protect yourself.
- Collective Insights from DEI Practitioners at Independent Schools
  
  Watch our virtual event to share the findings of a new research report from EXPLO Elevate examining the lived experiences of over 25 diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) practitioners at independent schools. Learn what schools can do to support their DEI practitioners and hear about key factors that may promote or impede this crucial work.
- Floral Arrangement Class
  
  Experienced florist Orna Maymon will demonstrate how to pick and arrange complementary flowers and make them the center of attention for any season.
- Wrap It Up: Gift Wrapping for All Occasions
  
  Watch to learn how to gift wrap with award-winning paper artist Linda Mihara. Learn the secrets of masterful gift wrapping so you can style your perfect present.
- Virtual Field Trip to Slide Ranch
  
  Watch a virtual visit to Slide Ranch, featuring 134 beautiful acres of farm and coastal land. Connecting children to nature, a teacher in residence will guide you through milking a goat, moving with the chickens and ducks, and running the animals into the pasture.
- Online in an Instant With the Bentley School
  
  Join administrators and educators from the Bentley School for a lively discussion for parents on how to provide an educational environment for children that fosters meaningful learning opportunities for each student regardless of the future structure of schooling.
- A Conversation With Sal Khan, Founder and CEO of Khan Academy
  
  Watch a timely conversation with the founder and CEO of Khan Academy on the opportunities and challenges of distance learning.
- Wide Open School Powered by Common Sense Media
  
  Learn about Wide Open School, a one-stop destination for daily schedules and tips for managing stress and self-care for the whole family during this time of social distancing, curated by Common Sense Media.
- Emotional Intelligence and Resilience With Scott Taylor Webinar
  
  Watch a special presentation by Scott Taylor, Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior at Babson College.
Growth Industries
- How to Build a High-Performing Team
  
  You need your employees to step up and stretch beyond what they’re doing today. How do you motivate them to do that without resorting to fear and intimidation? Rick Snyder, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Refound, will teach you the three core skills you need to get it right.
- Fundraising for Early-Stage Life Science Companies
  
  Watch as our expert panel explains how early-stage life science companies can best prepare for fundraising in the current environment, from the point of view of a valuations specialist, VC and founder.
- Alternative Lending Sources for Tech Startups
  
  Watch our expert panel’s lively discussion exploring lending sources beyond venture debt as startups look to reach the next milestone.
- Insights From LPs Committed to Diversity and Inclusion
  
  Listen to insights from an expert panel as they discuss the outlook as an LP in a post-COVID world, their perspective on leveling the playing field for racial and gender equality, and ways LPs and investors can help dismantle systemic inequity.
- Fundraising in a Post-COVID World Webinar
  
  Listen to this past webinar for advice on navigating the fundraising process from our expert panelists.