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The Verizon Executive Education Center at Cornell Tech redefines the landscape of executive event and conference space in New York City. This airy, modern, full-service venue offers convenience and ample space—with breathtaking views—for conferences, executive programs, receptions, seminars, meet-ups and more. Designed by international architecture firm Snøhetta, the Verizon Executive Education Center blends high design and human-centered technology to bring you an advanced meeting space suited for visionary thinkers.

Verizon Executive Ed Center

Why Verizon Center?

Central Location

Just one subway stop from Midtown and 25 minutes from LaGuardia Airport, our location on Roosevelt Island offers exclusivity and tranquility with all of the accessibility and connectivity you can expect from a Manhattan venue.

Smart Space

Our spaces are fully wired with fast and free wifi, state-of-the-art virtual conferencing and AV equipment, multiple large screens and speakers, recording and streaming tech, assistive listening devices, and fully accessible facilities for people with disabilities.

On-Campus Hotel

The 224-room Graduate Hotel on Roosevelt Island offers hand-crafted, boutique accommodations with floor-to-ceiling skyline views, a full-service restaurant, a rooftop bar, and 5,200 square feet of flexible meeting and event facilities​.

Ideal For

The Verizon Center facilitates collaboration between the tech, academic, and business sectors in a gathering place like no other. We excel at bringing great minds together in New York City.

As a hub of academic expertise for both Cornell University and the tech community, Cornell Tech and The Verizon Center are a draw for thought leaders around the world.

From bootcamps to power hours to hackathons to design sprints, The Verizon Center offers customizable space and tech-driven amenities to fuel ideas and innovation.

Not sure which space to choose? Compare capacity, size, rates, and floor plans below.

Event Space
Main Lobby Event/ Pre-function
Gallery Event/ Pre-function
Small Conference Room
Large Conference Room
Flat Classroom
Capacity 300N/A7481470
Square Feet 3,000 sqft1,300 sqft1,680 sqft190 sqft310 sqft1,120 sqft
Dimensions 39’ x 78’Main: 11’ x 30’; West: 20' x 50'21’ x 80’12’ x 16’12’ x 26’35’ x 32’
Full day rates (4+hours)
Cornell University:
$3,800
Not For Profit:
$4,500
For Profit:
$6,000
Cornell University:
N/A
Not For Profit:
N/A
For Profit:
N/A
Cornell University:
$2,000
Not For Profit:
$2,700
For Profit:
$3,500
Cornell University:
$700
Not For Profit:
$900
For Profit:
$1,400
Cornell University:
$1,000
Not For Profit:
$1,200
For Profit:
$2,200
Cornell University:
$1,300
Not For Profit:
$1,400
For Profit:
$2,500
Half day rates (up to 4 hours)
Cornell University:
$2,000
Not For Profit:
$2,500
For Profit:
$4,000
Cornell University:
N/A
Not For Profit:
N/A
For Profit:
N/A
Cornell University:
$1,200
Not For Profit:
$1,500
For Profit:
$2,000
Cornell University:
$400
Not For Profit:
$500
For Profit:
$800
Cornell University:
$600
Not For Profit:
$700
For Profit:
$1,200
Cornell University:
$700
Not For Profit:
$800
For Profit:
$1,300
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Notes:
  • Pricing is subject to change.
  • The Verizon Executive Education Center’s standard operating hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Any meetings and events which fall outside of these days and hours are subject to additional fees.
  • Room fees include costs related to facilities; engineering; porters; custodial; security; basic IT support; and event and administrative staff.
  • Fees do not include catering or any rentals required for the event. Constellation Culinary Group is the required caterer for Cornell Tech. Constellation will arrange for any rentals needed for receptions or banquets etc.
Additional fees may apply:
  • 15% for events starting before 9am, ending after 5pm, or scheduled during the weekend.
  • 25% for events scheduled on holidays.
  • For set-ups or other needs outside of the basic services.
  • Some groups may be eligible to receive a discount if their event reservation spans multiple days or multiple spaces.

Available Spaces

From large event spaces to small meeting rooms to reception galleries, The Verizon Center is suited for any event. Expansive views of the Manhattan skyline, cutting-edge amenities, and easy access to public transportation provide a memorable experience for your guests and attendees.

Interactive Floor Plans

View the different configurations and setups available in each of the Verizon Executive Education Center spaces.

View Floor Plans

Amenities At A Glance

  • WiFi
    Wifi access is complimentary for all guests.
  • Virtual Conferencing
    Large screens, in-ceiling mics, and easy laptop connections allow participants to join remotely.
  • Streaming & Recording
    Share your content with a wider audience with our live streaming and recording equipment and support.
  • Catering
    Our on-site catering service delivers an elevated culinary experience for your guests.
  • Accessibility
    The campus is ADA compliant with assistive listening devices, video calls for sign language, and fully accessible facilities.

Event Space

The first floor features a large event space that will accommodate up to 300 guests with flexible seating, ideal for banquet dinners, cocktail receptions, conferences, and lectures. Floor to ceiling windows in the main lobby, west and south facades allow for breathtaking views of our campus.
3,000 sqft (39’ x 78’)
300 (Theater style: 300; Banquet style: 160 max at 10-person rounds)
Multiple large screens/projectors
Recording & streaming capable
Ceiling microphones
Speakers
Assistive listening devices available

Main Lobby Event/ Pre-function

Enjoy dedicated registration space and/or small reception space in our airy entrance lobby. The entrance lobby can also be rented separately when the event space is not in use. Included in the rental of Event Space.
1,300 sqft (Main: 11’ x 30’; West: 20' x 50')

Gallery Event/ Pre-function

Two galleries with open lounge spaces, casual seating and tables are perfect for pre-function activities or as an informal setting for breaks, meals or receptions. Each gallery accommodates up to 74 guests.
1,680 sqft (21’ x 80’)
74 person

Small Conference Room

Twelve small conference rooms (8-person capacity) offer flexible seating, whiteboards, and display monitors with easy laptop connections.
190 sqft (12’ x 16’)
8 (Conference 8)
48in display screen

Large Conference Room

Four large conference rooms (14-person capacity) offer flexible seating, whiteboards, and display monitors with easy laptop connections.
310 sqft (12’ x 26’)
14 (Conference 14)
75in display screen
Video Camera
Ceiling microphones
Speakers
Assistive listening devices available

Flat Classroom

Four classrooms (74-person capacity) offer flexible seating, whiteboards, and display monitors with easy laptop connections.
1,120 sqft (35’ x 32’)
70 (U-Shape 26; Hollow Square 30; Classroom 50; Lecture 70; Workshop 72)
Multiple large screens/projectors
Recording & streaming capable
Ceiling microphones
Speakers
Assistive listening devices available

We are unable to accommodate private social functions including weddings anywhere on the Cornell Tech campus.

Easily accessed by

Directions
  • Subway
    Take the F train to the Roosevelt Island stop. Walk south .3 miles on W Road.
  • Tram
    Catch the Tram at 59th street and 2nd Avenue. Campus is just south of the Queensboro bridge station.
  • Ferry
    The Astoria route of NYC Ferry will connect you to a landing just east of campus.
  • Bike
    Access Roosevelt Island by bike via the Roosevelt Island Bridge from 36th Street in Queens, then ride south on Main Street.
  • Bus
    The Q102 bus connects Roosevelt Island to Long Island City and Astoria in Queens.
  • Car
    Access Roosevelt Island by car via the Roosevelt Island Bridge from 36th Street in Queens, then drive south down Main Street.

Verizon Executive Education Center
Cornell Tech
2 West Loop Road
New York, NY 10044
events@tech.cornell.edu

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