I am a true Richard Branson fan, have been, and most likely, will always
be. I have written him many letters and he has responded to a few of
them, but I'd really like to know how to go about meeting Richard in
person? I know there is a dinner in NYC that he is at tonight, but I
cannot attend. So, if someone could help me meet Richard, that would
be great. Thanks!

Just take up Hot Air Ballonning. Then you've just got to run into him.

(On air or land)

Yours

Mongolia

Occassionally business celebs have dinners which you can purchase
online for charity. You might not be able to afford this but at least
you could go to the restaurant

Get a membership with Linked-In.  Once you are in it, do a search for
Richard Branson.  There are a number of people that are pretty high up
in different Virgin companies.

It could be a valuable step.  Good luck!