A fun, exciting, and effective way in making initial connections with business professionals – speed networking is a catalyst event that is designed to introduce a very different environment with the standard business networking meetings by incorporating a proper focus to make the most of your time, all the while propelling your career and business. Maximize quality, lasting, professional connections by developing a strong referral base by developing relationships with a variety of individuals from various industries.
Benefits of Speed Networking:
• Meet more people in a short timeframe
• Meet other like-minded professionals who have invested their time and energy in building their network
• Greater fun and innovation than run of the mill “cocktail reception” events
• Easily target individuals with whom you may spend more time with during the reception at the program’s end
• Conducive environment in learning effective networking techniques through energized networking conversations and repetition
• Opportunity to practice proper networking, elevator speeches, etc.
Tips:
• Bring your business cards
• Prepare your “elevator speech” that focuses on the crux of who you are and your business to relay to your partner
• Follow-up with your new connections by planning follow-up meetings, lunches, and referrals after the event is over
• Be yourself and have fun!
Cost:
Early-Bird Registration (by Friday, August 7): $10.00
Regular Registration (by Wednesday, August 12): $15.00
Registration includes (1) free drink ticket and refreshments during reception. Cash bar available for additional beverages.
Register through Eventbrite:
Program:
6:00-6:30 pm – Registration
6:30:6:45 pm – Introduction
6:45-7:30 pm – Speed Networking Program
7:30-7:45 pm – Social Activity
7:45-8:15 pm – Reception/Social Networking
Venue:
223 W. Erie, Chicago, IL 60654 (Across from Union Sushi, next to Kozy Cycle in River North)