Entrepreneurs and Innovators Council

Join us this month on the Second Monday since the first is Labor Day!
We will have open networking with VIP industry leading networkers from Cyber Security
5:30 PM In-Person Start - Lots of free appetizers and facility sponsored by Lazy Dog Restaurant, Addison - we will rearrange the original plan for a nonholiday month! :) Thank you Lazy Dog and VIP Networkers!!
When: Monday, Sept 8th
Where: 5100 Belt Line Rd Suite 500. Addison, 75254
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No Talk - Just Happy Hour Networking with free appetizers and VIP Cyber Security Industry Leaders since the first Monday was Labor Day

VIP Networker: Attorney Lori Meyer Nugent's Bio:
Industry-Leading Cyber Security Attorney, author and speaker Lori Meyer Nugent, founder of LMN Legal Consulting LLC with its Appetite4Opportunity© curated suite of legal services as lead outside cybersecurity and privacy counsel, defending and protecting organizations of all sizes from emerging businesses to global Fortune 500 corporations and the highest levels of the national governments.

She’s represented utility companies, global casino/hotel/convention center hospitality corporations, higher education institutions, brand name manufacturers, healthcare businesses, financial institutions, aviation companies and more.

Lori also works with executives and boards of directors, helping companies improve cybersecurity/privacy resilience and maximize digital disruption opportunities by reducing legal risks. She earned her JD from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
https://www.appetite4opportunity.com/

John Allen's Bio: President and Managing Agent
John Allen is owner of Community Insurance Advisors, an independent property and casualty agency. John believes a significant percentage of the conversations people have about insurance coverage are incomplete and/or incorrect, and has therefore made the mission of his agency to raise the bar by delivering quality programs with reliable, professional and knowledgeable agents. His previous work experience includes national account sales and product management in the transportation industry, and outsourced contact center management.
John earned his BA from Illinois, and his MBA from Loyola Marymount.
comminsadvisors.com

Tom Allen's Bio: Chief Operating Officer at Elemental Cyber Security
With more than 20 years’ experience in small, medium and large enterprises, Tom Allen has extensive experience growing thriving organizations and delivering products to the global marketplace.
Prior to working with Elemental Cyber Security, Tom served as CIO for Privacy, Inc. Tom’s experience includes serving as Vice President of Engineering and Operations for Vocaldata and Transat Technologies. In these positions, he developed Telco quality products in the Voice Over IP and Wi-Fi Hotspot markets and delivered these products worldwide. He also held several executive positions with Glenayre's Integrated Network Group including Vice President and General Manager of Open Development Corp., Vice President of Product Management and, Vice President of Product Development. Prior to Glenayre, Tom held executive positions with Interphase Corp. and DSC.
https://elementalsecurity.com/

Come out to our special event meetup.
5:30 PM Start
When: Monday, Sept 8 - Free Appetizers sponsored by Lazy Dog Restaurant, Addison.
Where: Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, Addison, Village on the Parkway
5100 Belt Line Rd Suite 500, Addison, TX 75254
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In this meetup, you will also take advantage of:
ELEVATOR PITCH. Take this opportunity to pitch to our friendly group! If you have a startup, startup idea, or growing company, use the 1-minute on the agenda to promote it to the informal group!
NETWORKING. Prepare to network before and afterward (job seekers, service providers, and students welcome). Bring business cards!
JOB SEEKER – HIRING MANAGER/RECRUITER? Be ready to give a short description of your background, target job, and targeted companies. If you are a recruiter or hiring, be prepared to describe what you are seeking.
RAFFLE. We will have a raffle of a token of our appreciation. Bring a business card to drop into the participation hat!
DONATION. Please donate to keep these meetings going! You can give before the meeting or during the session (donate here or bring the recommended at least $10 cash).
SPONSORS:
Lazy Dog Addison is providing our September free appetizers and location due to our getting together on the second Monday of the month since the first Monday was Labor Day this year. Lazy Dog Addison
Improving Enterprises provides our regular location, pizza, equipment, and personal support to EIC. For IT Consulting, Agile Training and Software Development see improving.com. Improving also leads in training for SCRUM, AI and other areas with classes open to the public - and members of EIC for 30% if you show up to the in-person meetup for the code. Here is the link to their courses.
Myngly App is a free networking app for professionals and business leaders (of all levels) - here is a code to be pre-vetted for Entrepreneurs and Innovators Meetup members: E&ICOUNCIL . Download at mynglydotcom.
Pro-Forma Inc. is a pre-revenue startup tool that is free in many parts and provides the most cost-effective best-in-class pre-revenue valuation for a fraction of the cost and with this code: EUOW7J7 a 20% discount - pro-formadotcom/valuation-analysis.
EngageBest Fractional CMO Services with business growth, strategic planning, communications and AI for business growth advisory.
See you there!
Bring:

1. Something to take notes on
2. Business cards for networking and the raffle
3. Cash for the donation in person or donate here
4. Your elevator pitch for the group (if you wish)
5. Events information you know about of interest to Entrepreneurs

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Look forward to seeing you there!
Jeannie Lewis, JD, MBA
Host and Organizer
Tony Klinkert, DE, PE, CMA
Founder
Doctor of Engineering, Professional Engineer
Certified Master Architect
Collin College Instructor