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Kick off your year by building real business connections, exchanging ideas, and gaining strategies in an uplifting, action-focused network for entrepreneurs.

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Happy New Year, Charlotte Business Owners!

I hope you had a wonderful holiday season, and I’m wishing you an amazing year ahead!

As we kick off 2026, I’m inviting you to join our first networking event of the year, a perfect opportunity to start the year strong by building meaningful connections. Each gathering usually brings together over 150 guests, making it the perfect space to meet like-minded business owners, exchange ideas, and create real business opportunities.

✨ Why You Should Join Us:

  • Connect with fellow business owners who truly understand your journey
  • Exchange referrals, ideas, and strategies that can help grow your business
  • Discover new opportunities, collaborations, and partnerships for 2026
  • Enjoy an uplifting and supportive atmosphere designed for genuine connections
  • Gain visibility among Charlotte’s local entrepreneurs

This event is ideal for entrepreneurs, professionals, and go-getters ready to expand their circle and make meaningful connections as the year begins.

Special Theme: Kickstart 2026: Your One Big Move

Start the year strong by choosing one bold goal that will make a real difference in the first quarter of 2026! Upon arrival, you’ll write your goal on a card and drop it in our “Big Moves Box.” During the event, a few goals will be randomly selected and read aloud. The boldest and most inspiring goal, as voted by attendees, will win prizes.

Come ready to set a clear goal, connect with like-minded business owners, and start the year with action and energy!

Here's what our previous attendees have said:

  • “Job well done!!! 🎉 This is so incredible!!” - Brea Bradley
  • “What a great evening this was—meeting all of you and starting to make meaningful connections. Thank you to our amazing organizers.” - Torsten Reimers
  • “I just wanted to drop a quick note to say thank you for hosting such an awesome Charlotte Business Owner Happy Hour. The energy was incredible, and I walked away with a ton of new connections (including a very promising lead on a potential CTO!). Events like this are exactly what the Charlotte founder community needs! - John Kerwick
  • “Amazing event! Thanks for organizing!” - Vitaly Kravtsov

📅 Event Details:
Date: January 22, 2026
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Location: The Hoppin’ CLT (1402 Winnifred St, Charlotte, NC 28203, United States)

Parking Details:

  • Plenty of parking is available around SouthEnd, with minimal fees.
  • A few free street parking spots are located near the venue.
  • Parking guide: Click Here!
  • More parking options: Click Here!

RSVP Reminder:
Please RSVP only if you plan to attend so we can prepare accordingly. If your plans change, kindly update your RSVP so another member can join.

📌 Cancellation Policy (Meetup/Facebook):

  • Our events have limited space, and every RSVP counts.
  • We’ll send a reconfirmation message before the event—please reply to confirm.
  • Cancel at least 24 hours in advance so someone on the waitlist can join.
  • Last-minute cancellations or repeated no-shows may result in being moved to the waitlist for future events.

Thank you for helping us keep our networking nights valuable, fun, and impactful for everyone involved. Let’s start 2026 with gratitude, connection, and excitement!

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