Be The Plug's First Annual "The Celebration"

Be The Plug Presents: The Celebration!

Grab your colleagues, classmates, mentors, and mentees and join us for The Celebration! An afternoon dedicated to honoring every stage of the medical journey, from pre-med students to seasoned physicians!

Join us on Saturday, August 22nd at Calabash in Oakland, CA, for an unforgettable afternoon of connection, community, mentorship, and celebration. Whether you're just beginning your path to medicine or have spent decades caring for patients, this is your opportunity to network, share experiences, celebrate accomplishments, and build meaningful relationships across generations of healthcare professionals.

Expect great conversations, inspiring stories, new connections, and a chance to be part of a growing community committed to uplifting the next generation of physicians.

Come celebrate with us, make new connections, and help us build the future of medicine together.

Be the change. Be the Plug.

• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Please Arrive On Time: Check-in begins at 1:00 PM, and we encourage guests to arrive promptly.
• Networking & Mingling: Be prepared to mix and mingle.
• Food: Non alcoholic refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Vegetarian friendly. Additional food and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event.
• Come Ready to Connect: Bring your business cards, LinkedIn QR code, etc.
• Support the Mission: Donations and sponsorships are welcomed and directly support Be The Plug's mentorship, professional development, and community programming initiatives.
• Photography & Videography Notice: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and video recordings may be taken. You grant Be The Plug permission to use your likeness in photographs, videos, and other recordings for promotional, educational, and marketing purposes, including on our website, social media, and other publications, without compensation.

We're recognizing members of our community during The Celebration! If you'd like to be featured, please email [email protected] with:

• Full name
• Professional headshot
• Email address
• Your stage in the medical journey (Pre-Med, Medical Student, Resident, Fellow, Attending, etc.)
• A brief description (1–2 sentences) of what you'd like us to celebrate (e.g., matching, graduating, publishing research, passing boards, starting a new role, or any milestone you're proud of).

Because every milestone deserves to be celebrated!