What we’re about
Our goal is to disrupt and change the typical way of networking, by creating a unique social environment for entrepreneurial-minded people from diverse industries, allowing them to connect with each other.
Our events allow for building and fostering new connections, utilizing your distinctness and similarities as tools to create social capital and opportunities for you and people like you.
Connecting People. Connecting Opportunities.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Cocktails & Tech Happy Hour - San Francisco at Hardwood Bar | May 22, 2025Hardwood Bar & Smokery, San Francisco, CA
We are excited to host our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour - San Francisco event on Thursday, May 22nd, from 6pm to 8pm at Hardwood Bar & Smokery at 680 8th St, San Francisco. San Francisco. Hardwood Bar & Smokery is the perfect spot for a laid-back happy hour in the heart of SoMa’s vibrant Design District on Brannan Street—across from the former Zynga headquarters and just steps from Adobe’s landmark office.
This event is FREE with an RSVP... so make sure you RSVP NOW!!
RSVP Now! https://SF-Tech-Networking.eventbrite.com
An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!
Come to this San Francisco Business Networking event and be ready to build relationships, expand your network, and have a great time! We encourage entrepreneurs and employees to come and network.
Previous attendees have included people from companies such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Google, ZeroCater, Coffee Meets Bagel, Redfin, [Ask.com](http://ask.com/), Comcast Ventures, Oracle, Salesforce, GoPro, Sequoia Real Estate, DoorDash, Hyatt Regency, Kaiser Permanente, IBM, Genentech, Deloitte, Nestle, Accenture, HP, Intel, Amazon, Lyft, Facebook, HSBC, Yelp, J.P. Morgan and more. Regardless of your age (this is 21+ event), industry level, or your industry you are welcomed to join us!!
This event is FREE with an RSVP... so make sure you RSVP NOW!!
RSVP Now! https://SF-Tech-Networking.eventbrite.com
An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!
This event this sponsored by HAProxyConf 2025!
Join 300+ engineers, DevOps pros, and tech leaders for HAProxyConf 2025 – the premier conference on application delivery, performance, and security – June 3–5 in San Francisco.
Get 15% OFF HAProxyConf with code "PiedmontAve"
Register now → https://www.haproxyconf.com
HAProxyConf 2025 is a must-attend event for DevOps engineers, system architects, backend developers, site reliability engineers (SREs), network and security engineers, IT managers, platform teams, and technical leaders such as CTOs and Heads of Engineering. If you are responsible for building, scaling, securing, or optimizing applications, this conference will give you the insights and tools you need. Whether you manage traffic across microservices, design infrastructure for high availability, ensure system security, or lead technical decision-making, HAProxyConf offers expert talks, real-world use cases, and direct access to the latest innovations in application delivery and edge security. It’s also the perfect opportunity for open source contributors and technology enthusiasts who want to connect with the global HAProxy community and learn from the core maintainers behind HAProxy One, the world's fastest application delivery and security platform.
Get 15% OFF HAProxyConf with code "PiedmontAve"
Register now → https://www.haproxyconf.com
COCKTAILS AND TECH HAPPY HOUR - SAN FRANCISCO
Thursday, May 22nd, from 6pm to 8pm at Hardwood Bar & Smokery
We look forward to seeing you at our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour - San Francisco event on Thursday, May 22nd, from 6pm to 8pm at Hardwood Bar & Smokery at 680 8th St, San Francisco. San Francisco.
This event is FREE with an RSVP... so make sure you RSVP NOW!!
RSVP Now! https://SF-Tech-Networking.eventbrite.com
An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!
The venue Hardwood Bar & Smokery https://www.hardwoodsf.com is located in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Design District on Brannan Street, offers a lively and welcoming atmosphere perfect for private events. With its spacious layout, elevated comfort food, and full bar featuring local brews and craft cocktails, it’s an ideal spot for everything from corporate gatherings to birthday celebrations. Whether you're planning a casual happy hour or a more formal event, Hardwood's stylish setting and convenient SoMa location make it a top choice for hosting memorable occasions.
Our Event Host David Mitroff, Ph.D. is a sought-after Business Growth Strategist who shares his secrets for creating successful brands that stand out and thrive. This includes entertaining stories from his consulting work.
David Mitroff, Ph.D. (www.DavidMitroff.com) is the Founder and Chief Consultant at Piedmont Avenue Consulting (www.PiedmontAve.com). David questions assumptions, offers creative ideas, and encourages new initiatives from strategy through implementation.
Host and organizer: Professional Connector: A vision of Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc.
Professional Connector (www.ProfessionalConnector.com) has hosted successful events with well-known sponsors and partners. Based on the type of event we reach out to different partners we have worked with in the past and are always looking for new sponsors. Our previous Partners and Sponsors have included such companies as WP Engine, vCita, General Assembly, Constant Contact, Yelp, Diablo Magazine, SF Business Times, Lyft, Uber and more. To learn more about our Sponsorship Opportunities, call us today at 510-761-5895 or visit our website www.ProfessionalConnector.com/Sponsors
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why & Who will benefit from this event?
Whether you are a professional service provider or a business owner, this event is beneficial for everyone. Come to seek ways to expand your network in a virtual world, while enjoying a drink of your choice.
How many people show up?
Our Events usually see anywhere from 20 to 400 people. We make sure people are open and approachable, regardless of how many people show up. You will be able to meet and talk to anyone; our greeters will be there to make introductions and keep things moving.
What to Bring:
Bring your business cards and make sure you have your LinkedIn profile ready. Ideally, short versions like[ linkedin.com/in/davidmitroff](linkedin.com/in/davidmitroff)
How to Dress:
This is a after work networking, so even if you did not work… pretend and dress as you did! We all look good when we dress professionally. We always take pictures at our events, so you want to look your best!
Photography & Video:
Our events and webinars are recorded for our Websites and Social Media sites. By attending our event, you give us permission to photograph, videotape and otherwise record the event and use the resulting footage for promotional purposes. All participants at our events are beautiful people and are subject to be photographed and used to promote future events.
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We look forward to seeing you at our Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour - San Francisco event on Thursday, May 22nd, from 6pm to 8pm at Hardwood Bar & Smokery at 680 8th St, San Francisco. San Francisco.
This event is FREE with an RSVP... so make sure you RSVP NOW!!
RSVP Now! https://SF-Tech-Networking.eventbrite.com
An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission! - HAProxy Conf 2025 | SF June 4–5 | Next-Gen App Delivery and Security ConferenceMission Bay Conference Center (William J. Rutter Center)- UCSF, San Francisco, CA, CA$450.00
Join 300+ engineers, DevOps pros, and tech leaders for HAProxyConf 2025 in San Francisco Misson Bay Conference Center from June 3rd to 5th. This is the premier conference on application delivery, performance, and security. We are excited to partner with HaProxy and promote this must attend event! We look forward to seeing you there!
- Hands-on workshops led by top experts
- Deep-dive tech sessions on real-world architectures
- Direct access to HAProxy engineers and product leads
- Networking with Bay Area tech leaders and peers
- Amazing food, swag, and more!
The event has workshops on June 3rd and then the full conference is June 4th and 5th. Get 15% OFF HAProxyConf with code "PiedmontAve"
Register now → https://www.haproxyconf.com
You Need to RSVP dirrectly on the conference website using the discount code "PiedmontAve". An RSVP on Meetup will NOT get you admission into this event.
HAProxyConf 2025 is a must-attend event for DevOps engineers, system architects, backend developers, site reliability engineers (SREs), network and security engineers, IT managers, platform teams, and technical leaders such as CTOs and Heads of Engineering. If you are responsible for building, scaling, securing, or optimizing applications, this conference will give you the insights and tools you need. Whether you manage traffic across microservices, design infrastructure for high availability, ensure system security, or lead technical decision-making, HAProxyConf offers expert talks, real-world use cases, and direct access to the latest innovations in application delivery and edge security. It’s also the perfect opportunity for open source contributors and technology enthusiasts who want to connect with the global HAProxy community and learn from the core maintainers behind HAProxy One, the world's fastest application delivery and security platform.
Get 15% OFF HAProxyConf with code "PiedmontAve"
Register now → https://www.haproxyconf.com
You Need to RSVP dirrectly on the conference website using the discount code "PiedmontAve". An RSVP on Meetup will NOT get you admission into this event.
Why You Must Attend HAProxyConf 2025 – June 3–5, San Francisco
HAProxyConf 2025 is the must-attend conference for anyone serious about building the next generation of highly available, secure, and efficient applications. Over two dynamic days in the heart of San Francisco, this event will bring together the world’s leading minds in application delivery, security, cloud architecture, DevOps, and open-source development.
This year’s conference features expert-led sessions from global companies like PayPal, Roblox, Clover, Infobip, Criteo, Element Technologies, Weller Truck Parts, and Liftoff Mobile. Each session dives into real-world challenges and solutions around application delivery, security, automation, scaling, AI integration, and cloud-native transformations — all powered by HAProxy technologies.
What You Will Learn:- How PayPal architects cross-cloud service mesh communications for maximum reliability.
- How Roblox manages microservices migration at scale without disrupting user experience.
- How Clover automates rainbow deployments and leverages service mesh strategies using HAProxy.
- How Criteo uses HAProxy automation to dynamically scale infrastructure, saving on costs and increasing speed.
- How global leaders are deploying Web Application Firewalls (WAF) across continents for security compliance.
- How to optimize HAProxy configurations to supercharge performance, boost efficiency, and cut infrastructure costs.
- How AI and machine learning workloads are fortified and accelerated at the edge with HAProxy Enterprise.
- How enterprises achieve subsecond failover across datacenters to ensure continuous uptime.
- How to migrate applications to HAProxy One — HAProxy's fully managed platform — with minimal friction.
You’ll also gain deep insights through technical workshops, practical demos, and hands-on training sessions. Plus, you’ll get face-to-face time with HAProxy core engineers, product leaders, and real-world users who are pushing boundaries in digital infrastructure.
Keynote and Expert Speakers Include:- Kelsey Hightower — one of the most respected voices in cloud computing, Kubernetes, and open-source communities.
- Hussein Nasser — seasoned principal engineer and educator, breaking down complex backend engineering topics into powerful lessons.
Target Audience – Who Should Attend:
- Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) needing to ensure uptime, speed, and security for millions of users.
- DevOps Engineers working on infrastructure automation, service mesh integration, and cloud-native app delivery.
- Security Architects focused on Web Application Firewalls, zero-trust networking, and resilient security frameworks.
- Cloud Architects designing next-generation infrastructures that bridge public cloud, private cloud, and on-premise systems.
- Software Engineers and Backend Developers optimizing application routing, load balancing, and microservices communication.
- Enterprise Technology Leaders planning to scale systems globally while cutting costs and increasing efficiency.
- Engineering Managers and CTOs responsible for performance, availability, and platform innovation.
Why It Matters: The demand for faster, more secure, and more scalable applications has never been higher. Companies that master efficient application delivery will have a massive competitive advantage in the AI-driven, hyper-connected future. HAProxyConf 2025 isn’t just another tech event — it’s your opportunity to stay ahead, learn directly from the world’s top engineers, and network with peers who are building the future of digital infrastructure.
This conference is especially critical as companies increasingly move to multi-cloud, edge computing, AI-enhanced platforms, and automated scaling solutions. HAProxyConf delivers the tools, the connections, and the knowledge you need to lead in this evolving landscape.
Join Us: HAProxyConf 2025 will be hosted live in San Francisco from June 3–5, with incredible networking events, swag, and hands-on access to the HAProxy team. Whether you're deploying microservices, hardening your security posture, building AI applications, or modernizing legacy systems — you’ll leave HAProxyConf 2025 with actionable strategies to immediately apply to your work.
Secure your spot today — and be part of shaping the future of app delivery and security.
Get 15% OFF HAProxyConf with code "PiedmontAve"
Register now →[[ https://www.haproxyconf.com]( https://www.haproxyconf.com)](https://www.haproxyconf.com)
You Need to RSVP dirrectly on the conference website using the discount code "PiedmontAve". An RSVP on Meetup will NOT get you admission into this event.
About HAProxy
HAProxy (https://www.haproxy.org) is a high-performance, open-source load balancer and reverse proxy used for distributing traffic across multiple servers, improving performance and reliability. It's particularly well-suited for high-traffic websites and applications, offering features like load balancing, proxying, and high availability. HAProxy can handle both TCP and HTTP traffic and is known for its speed, reliability, and robustness
