San Francisco East Bay Entrepreneurs & Networkers

Professional Connector is excited to kick-off 2019 with our first Cocktails and Tech Event, featuring a diverse array of Bay Area Professionals looking for new connections. Join us for our monthly Cocktails and Tech San Francisco Business Networking Mixer on Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019 from 6pm-8pm at the W Hotel Living Room Bar (http://www.wsanfrancisco.com) located at 181 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94103. RSVP and share our link! http://www.professionalconnector.com/event/cocktails-and-tech-january/ An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission. Please use link above. Want to turn your business ideas into actions? The best way to do that is by expanding your network! Come ready to interact, learn new information, build contacts and share stories with other business professionals at the beautiful W Hotel in San Francisco. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to build connections and find inspiration for your future business endeavors. Regardless of your age, industry level, or your industry you are welcomed to join us. If you haven’t yet experienced the W Hotel’s Living Room bar, this very special evening will give you the opportunity to discover the San Francisco location’s various craft cocktails, locally renowned beers, and a range of international specialty brews on tap. The W is located right next to the Museum of Modern Art, SF MoMa. RSVP Now. An RSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission. Please use the link sited above. Experience the redesigned Living Room, the signature bar and lounge at W San Francisco. Fusing dynamic décor with a chic and inviting space, Living Room reflects the vibrant pulse of San Francisco’s SoMa District. http://www.wsanfrancisco.com David is a sought after speaker and the founder and chief business consultant for Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc. (www.PiedmontAve.com) where he and his San Francisco Bay Area based team create brand awareness, strengthen customer loyalty and generate new business by leveraging new technologies. Through his consulting, lectures, training’s and keynotes David Mitroff, Ph.D. (www.DavidMitroff.com) has educated more than 35,000 business owners. RSVP Now! At this point, you have all the information you need… However, if you want even MORE information, feel free to keep reading. Why & Who should attend this event? Professionals who want to socialize, entrepreneurs, business owners, attorneys, bankers, real estate developers, physicians, technology gurus, sales and marketing experts, and others will greatly benefit from attending and networking with each other at this event. Interested in learning about Cryptocurrency and how it can furthermore enhance and protect yourself and your business? Come to Cocktails and Tech on the 22nd to meet high-level executives in similar tech industries. Have you ever felt site-envy while browsing on a beautiful webiste? Many website developers and graphic design professionals will be joining us at the W Hotel! Interested in learning how to market to a new generation, furthemore engaging a broader audience? Many digital marketing professionals will be present at our January Cocktails and Tech Event. How many people show up? Our events usually see anywhere from 45 to 400 people depending on the venue. 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. How to Dress: This is after work networking, so even if you did not work…pretend and dress like you did! We all look good when we dress professionally. Photography: Our events are photographed for our Websites and Social Media sites. By attending our event, you give us permission to take photographs and use the images. All participants at our events are beautiful people and are subject to be photographed and used to promote future events.

After the success of our first edition, we are excited to host a new Founders & Innovators Mixer on Wednesday, January 30th, 2019 from 6pm to 8pm. For this new event we will be back at Bardo Lounge Oakland (www.BardoOakland.com) located at 3343 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland 94610. This is a small event with limited space (25 tickets available). During this intimate evening meet other East Bay & Silicon Valley Founders and Innovators, grab a drink, and exchange ideas and perspectives on each other’s products, companies, markets and more. Start a conversation, and maybe even a collaboration, with like-minded leaders. An RSVP on Meetup does NOT grant admission. Please RSVP with the following link to be added to our official RSVP list. RSVP Now at http://www.professionalconnector.com/event/founders-and-innovators-oakland/ We encourage a broad spectrum of professionals to join our Founders and Innovators Mixer, as us Bay Area natives are known for our tech and expertise fluency. Every industry and professional can learn from each others. Regardless of your age, industry level, or your industry you are welcomed to join us. OUR VENUE Bardo Oakland is a Lounge & Supper Club located in the heart of Oakland, dedicated to bringing back Mid-Century flare at its finest. Bardo is known for their new, fresh take on what a lounge encapsulates, giving off Americana vibes while pouring up amazing cocktails and serving up amazing food. www.BardoOakland.com If you haven’t yet experienced Bardo Lounge, this upcoming event will give you the opportunity to discover their Mid-Century style, their delicious bites, and their craft libations. Bardo Lounge is located in Oakland’s Grand Lake District. OUR HOST David is a sought-after speaker on a wide range of topics from social media to peak performance. Through his consulting, lectures, training and keynotes David Mitroff, Ph.D. (www.DavidMitroff.com) has educated more than 25,000 business owners. He is an Instructor for the University of California at Berkeley’s International Diploma Business program and a Google Mentor for the Google Developers Launchpad program. He has been a featured media expert for NBC, ABC, San Francisco Business Times, Hospitality Technology, California Lawyer, and more. WHO WE ARE Professional Connector. A vision of Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc. We organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to specifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections, build their network, find new clients, and expand their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships. FAQ'S Who will be Attending: Professionals who want to socialize, entrepreneurs, business owners, attorneys, bankers, real estate developers, physicians, technology gurus, sales and marketing experts, and others will greatly benefit from attending and networking with each other at this event. What to Bring: Bring your business cards. Bring at least one card for the event organizer, so we can enter you in a raffle. How to Dress: This is after work networking, so even if you did not work…pretend and dress like 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: Our events are photographed for our Websites and Social Media sites. By attending our event, you give us permission to take photographs and use the images. All participants at our events are beautiful people and are subject to be photographed and used to promote future events.

We are excited to host a new “Meet The Founders” event on Wednesday, February 6th from 6pm to 8pm. This specific Meet the Founders event will focus on Autonomous Technology. The event is a Networking Mixer and Expert Panel event held at General Assembly SF located at 225 Bush Street, San Francisco (5th Floor – Entrance next to Target). You’re invited to an immersive learning experience where you will meet like-minded professionals, tech industry experts, and the craft which is Autonomous Technology. An RSVP on Meetup does not grant admission. Please RSVP Now at http://www.professionalconnector.com/event/autonomous-technology-event/ AGENDA 6:00pm to 7:00pm: Networking 7:00pm to 7:20pm: Expert Panel 7:20pm to 8:00pm: More Networking EXPERT PANEL Ezana Tesfu - Director of Operations - CarVi, Inc. Ezana Tesfu is a trailblazer when it comes to making top-of-the-line driving safety features available to everyone. With more than 20 years of experience in design and development of value-added tech products for the automobile industry, Ezana is helping build a more autonomously safe environment for the future. Based in Silicon Valley, Ezana is considered an expert when it comes to algorithmic defense, autonomous safety, and technological security. SPONSOR SPRING has an unparalleled resume of experience in launching and growing brands and product lines in a wide variety of retail channels – from consumer electronics to luggage – using retail-tested and proven methods blended with our own innovative and creative secret sauce that makes your products disruptive in the marketplace and springs your brand forward. http://www.spring2market.com VENUE AND LEAD SPONSOR General Assembly is a pioneer in education and career transformation, specializing in today’s most in-demand skills. As the leading source for training, staffing, and career transitions, General Assembly fosters a flourishing community of professionals pursuing careers they love. Learn more here. By signing up for this event you consent to receive news and emails from General Assembly. PREMIUM SPONSORS Instapage: Get More From Your Digital Advertising Spend. Own your post-click experience and maximize your conversion rates with Instapage, the most powerful landing page platform for marketing teams and agencies. For more info and to sign up, find us at http://instapg.es/pnNhm OUR HOST & PANEL MODERATOR – David Mitroff, Ph.D. David is a sought-after speaker on a wide range of topics from social media to peak performance. Through his consulting, lectures, training and keynotes David Mitroff, Ph.D. (www.DavidMitroff.com) has educated more than 25,000 business owners. WHO WE ARE Professional Connector. A vision of Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc. We organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to specifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections, build their network, find new clients, and expand their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships. To view our upcoming events, click here. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why & Who should attend this event? Professionals who want to socialize, entrepreneurs, business owners, attorneys, bankers, real estate developers, physicians, techies, sales and marketing experts, and others will greatly benefit from attending this event. What to Bring: Bring your business cards, please. How to Dress: This is after work networking, so even if you did not work, pretend and dress like you did! Photography: Our events are photographed for our Websites and Social Media sites. By attending our event, you give us permission to take photographs and use the images.