TPG at SPS [Sutton Place Synagogue]
Jan 28, 2026 | 5:03 pm
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TPG at SPS [Sutton Place Synagogue]
I am at the Sutton Place Synagogue in midtown Manhattan, where Brian Kelly (the The Points Guy) will be speaking momentarily. Just wondering if anyone else is here.
-J.
-J.
Jan 29, 2026 | 8:55 am
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Why is Brian Kelly speaking at a synagogue? What's the topic?
Jan 29, 2026 | 10:18 am
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Jan 29, 2026 | 10:53 am
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He is an old friend of the president of the congregation. This lecture was a fundraiser. He told us about how he got into miles and points and built out his empire. It was actually quite interesting and I am glad I went. I also picked up a signed copy of his book (mainly as this also supported the synagogue).
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Jan 29, 2026 | 3:21 pm
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Are they old friends from Brian's former life as a banker (HR IIRC) or is the president of the congregation a frequent traveler too? Maybe they went to school together.......
Jan 29, 2026 | 3:54 pm
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