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“I track my success to the people I know and can reach quickly. My business would not be possible without the quality of my personal network. “ -Dale Carnegie Here's what you will get: Access to the top female entrepreneurs in the South Bay. This group is women's only, but we have many other groups that are for men as well. Here's how it works: This select group meets each week to reconnect with the sole purpose of supporting each others businesses - specifically to give warm referrals. We give leads that are from highly trusted sources within our group of long term members. Here's what I want you to do next: Apply for the group on the link below. We will review your application and discuss it with the group to see if it is a good fit. The goal is to find entrepreneurs who are hungry to grow. You don't have to have a huge business, only the fierce burning desire to connect with South Bay businesses. We help you do this by offering tools to scale your business, implement new growth strategies, connect with subject matter experts and get your high level questions answered. Each week we meet to go over what we learned the previous week. You will meet the same people each week, get to know them and understand their business. This is an intimate setting for CEO's and business owners to get referrals, learn new information and get moral support. The CEO's journey can be lonely, this is a place to regroup and recharge. We are all supporting each other go grow our businesses, and the synergy created is greater than you could do alone. At the end of the meeting you will have a dozen new friends, ideas that will give your business a spark, and possibly new referrals that will be ideal for your business. Who knows, you may even get a million dollar idea, which is what Colleen had when she started this group. \*Note\* We need to talk or email with you before the meeting, please reach out to any of the admins to introduce yourself. We need your name and email. Then we will email you the meeting link. We regularly have 20+ people in the live meetings, which may not be reflected on this page.

I am a business broker. I help my clients buy or sell a business at the best price possible and as quickly as possible. During our one-on-one private meeting, I will give you clear and concise answers to common questions like: Why do 75% of small businesses never sell? What happens to that 90% of an owner's total net worth that is tied up in the business? What does the buyer want as part of a transaction? What is my business worth? How long will it take to sell my business? What can I do to improve the value of my business and make it easier to sell? What are the benefits of using a business broker? What are the main steps in the actual buy/sell process? If you want the answers to these and other questions, sign up for my video conference! Business Broker's Biographical Profile -- Sal Acosta has over thirty years of business and financial experience, both as a small business entrepreneur and as a corporate executive for well-known global corporations. Sal knows first-hand the challenges of running a small enterprise because he has owned both an independent small business and a local service outlet for a national franchise. As an entrepreneur he has successfully started, bought, grown, and sold small businesses. As a corporate executive, he has been involved with multi-million-dollar sub-contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Sal has an Electrical Engineering degree from MIT and an MBA from Tulane University. In addition, he has traveled extensively for both business and pleasure and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Hi Ladies, this Business Workshop covers the following topic : Lifestyle Change, Building Confidence,& Overcoming Fears. If you need some help in boosting your confidence, overcoming your fears and creating a lifestyle change, as you enter into the world of entrepreneurship. This meet-up is for you. RSVP Now for only £99.00 -- Trust me if I can do it, so can you! I used to be unmotivated, insecure and fearful, which prevented me from having a meaningful life. I found a Life Coach who transformed my life, who taught and trained me on how to become more positive, focused and driven to fulfil my purpose in life. You can do the same. Join this meeting if you are interested or if you prefer to do a private one to one business coaching session, message me directly or email me at julia@cwmg.co Kind regards, Julia Afdasta Life Coach & Director of CWMG Digital Agency W: www.cwmg.co M: +44(0)75-7588-4080

Register here: http://www.b-x.com.au/Bx-Online-Guest-Registration https://bxnetworking.com/calendar/ Bx has been running Bx Online Meetings as part of our membership offering since 2018, and members rave about the value received during these online events. The format follows the award winning Bx face-to-face meeting format, so you can continue to enjoy what you love! Bx Online Meetings are complimentary for your first time as a guest. Bx Online Meetings are held on Tuesday and Wednesday every week. There are 2 timeslots, at 9am and at 1pm (Sydney Time). Register here: http://www.b-x.com.au/Bx-Online-Guest-Registration Network in your PJ's...well almost! Our Online Virtual Meetings will take place using Zoom technology. This is an online app, where you simply click on the rego link (below) and using your computers webcam and microphone, join the meeting. You will be able to see all the other attendees on your screen, and enjoy all the face-to-face meeting favourites. You just need to make your own coffee ;)

Bonjour On ignore quel vent vous a poussé jusqu’à nous, mais ce vent est bon. On est ravis de vous dire aujourd'hui, très officiellement ! Vous avez des droits pour le financement de vos formations qui arrivent à échéance à la fin de l'année...Ne perdez pas vos droits Validez votre DIF avant qu'il ne soit trop tard Bénéficiez d’un financement intégral sur votre formation en ligne éligible sur l’ensemble des certifications et domaine de compétences. a) Entreprendre ; les 26 clés pour réussir ( https://bit.ly/2ZMSsGF ) b) Préparation à la Certification Agile et la gestion de projet ( PSM / PPO) : https://bit.ly/3muST21 c) Conformité LAB et Sécurité ( https://bit.ly/3kr4mOi ) d) Veille règlementaire(https://mendy942700.typeform.com/to/ctTr5YuC) e) Informatique et les réseaux ( https://bit.ly/2yGbvbj ) Consultants, Développeurs, Chef de Projet, Dirigeants, porteurs de projets et salariés (ex: responsables IT, Business Analyst, Project Manager, équipes métier) .Capacité maximum par session de formation : 10 stagiaires.

Our weekly virtual networking call is at 12:00 PM and will go until at least 1:30 P.M. There will be no charge for this. https://us02web.zoom.us/s/87319617528?pwd=a3BxSWRLSnlrT0lwVmczUVUvNkc3UT09#success Or Go To: www.networkingrei.club Bring your deals, your business cards, etc and network with some good like-minded folks. There will be no formal presentation but you’ll pick up a lot of knowledge just by being around. Both beginners and old pros are welcome. Real estate agents too! Steve Love, Co-Executive Director

We know these are difficult times for many so we've set up some great events that you can participate in from the comfort of your own home! We have several types of events on different days of the week so make sure to click the link of the one you're interested in: Wednesday - 8:00 PM Zoom Trivia Night Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/112531388412 --------------------------------------- Friday - 7:00 PM Zoom Trivia Night Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/107630244960 ---------------------------------------- Friday - 9:00 PM Zoom Fun & Games Night Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/103166561964 ---------------------------------------- Saturday - 8:30 PM Zoom Fun & Games Night Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/103165962170 --------------------------------------- Sunday - 8:30 PM Online Escape Room Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/103177015230 --------------------------------------- Monday - 8:00 PM Online Breathwork & Meditation Session Get details and tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/136320114131 https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/b/1/8/highres_490695128.jpeg

Did your start-up face any of these recently? * Referrals drying up and new business stalling * Face to face sales dropped and no idea how to replace them * Leads not converting into new business * Existing customers cancelling or not renewing * Engagement levels dropping on social media * Open rates falling in email communications * Wasting valuable time dealing with tyre-kickers or low value prospects * Enquiries slowing down or disappearing altogether * Overall drop in your return on marketing spend If so, then this FREE session is for you. One of Australia’s most experienced digital marketing professionals is now giving a limited number of company owners and leaders some personal time to find out what they need to do to maintain growth in a challenging environment. To qualify for this 45 min personal 1-to-1 marketing optimisation Zoom session with award-winning digital copywriter and strategist, Trent Belasco, apply here: https://wearepillarandpost.com/personalised-business-growth-session/ In your session we’ll cover HOW TO: - Rise above market confusion and enjoy crystal-clear clarity. - Define the key points of leverage that will help you achieve your business objectives fast. - Reveal the underlying obstacles stopping you from attracting more leads & customers. - Identify how to optimise conversions and sales along each step of your sales-funnel. You’ll leave this unique session with a clear, step-by-step plan for exactly what to do next: Apply here... https://wearepillarandpost.com/personalised-business-growth-session/ ( First come first served... limited sessions per week in Nov/Dec) PLEASE NOTE: The time listed in meetup is NOT the time for your session... if you qualify, Trent’s team will be in touch to invite you to a session with Trent at a time and date that works for everyone. Who is Trent Belasco? After 16+ years of award-winning digital copy & strategy (AUS/UK), Trent helps ambitious business owners and leaders to grow & scale their business, using simple, proven methods. He works with a handful of 'growth-on-demand' strategies that have delighted a long list of clients over the years, like: Barclays, RBS, AMEX Platinum, HSBC, Santander, Lloyds TSB, Credit Suisse, Hall Chadwick, Google, Cisco, VMWare, ETF Securities, Saga Insurance, Sony, Nokia, Blackberry, HTC, Samsung, McDonald's, Coca-Cola Amatil, Sky TV, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Land Rover, Aston Martin, The World Gold Council and dozens more - including many smaller brands you won't have heard of, unless you fit perfectly into their target audience. Trent spent a decade in the top digital agencies in London, working mainly in the banking and finance sector. He has broad experience across a range of other sectors as well. The evolution in digital marketing has placed rapid business growth within reach of almost every entrepreneur. Trent helps owners and leaders in established, successful businesses to reach that rapid growth, attracting new clients, automating and scaling their operations. As his clients and awards will confirm, Trent’s specialty is crafting irresistible messaging to seize attention, generate trust and compel the desired action. His strategies help clients to maximize their influence, develop high-performing sales-funnels and see a surge in profits. His overarching mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs and leaders to create more freedom, success and happiness. As the organiser of 4 local business meetup groups with almost 4000 combined members and growing weekly, Trent’s one of the better-connected business people in Sydney. Apply for your free personalised business growth session here: https://wearepillarandpost.com/personalised-business-growth-session/

Silicon Prairie Friday Open Office Hours are now LIVE on ZOOM! Held EVERY FRIDAY morning from 9:30 to 11:30 AM (central) RSVP to see the Zoom Meeting Details Can't make it? Watch a recent presentation here: https://vimeo.com/506243666 Agenda: The first hour is “ask us anything” topics usually include: Small Business, Tech Startups, Financial Securities, Software Security, Blockchain, or Investment Crowdfunding. Even if you don’t ever become a customer of ours – we want to be a resource for you! The second hour is an Investment Crowdfunding 101 we have a PowerPoint presentation that covers how to raise money for small businesses using Investment Crowdfunding. We cover fundraising options, the Investment Crowdfunding laws/ regulations, the process, dollar amounts, timelines, costs, pitfalls, and best practices. We’ve been hosting Open Office Hours in-person for YEARS now, and now we’re delighted to share our experience and knowledge with our broader community. Friday at 9:30 is your chance to catch up with us and/or pick our brains, ask gritty questions, or just share what’s new with you! As always, feel free to connect with us on Linkedin as well! Hope to catch-up soon!

I am a business broker. I help my clients buy or sell a business at the best price possible and as quickly as possible. During our one-on-one private meeting, I will give you clear and concise answers to common questions like: Why do 75% of small businesses never sell? What happens to that 90% of an owner's total net worth that is tied up in the business? What does the buyer want as part of a transaction? What is my business worth? How long will it take to sell my business? What can I do to improve the value of my business and make it easier to sell? What are the benefits of using a business broker? What are the main steps in the actual buy/sell process? If you want the answers to these and other questions, sign up for my video conference! Business Broker's Biographical Profile -- Sal Acosta has over thirty years of business and financial experience, both as a small business entrepreneur and as a corporate executive for well-known global corporations. Sal knows first-hand the challenges of running a small enterprise because he has owned both an independent small business and a local service outlet for a national franchise. As an entrepreneur he has successfully started, bought, grown, and sold small businesses. As a corporate executive, he has been involved with multi-million-dollar sub-contracts, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Sal has an Electrical Engineering degree from MIT and an MBA from Tulane University. In addition, he has traveled extensively for both business and pleasure and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

This is our monthly mastermind. An open meetup for those looking to start a new business, scale their current business, increase their sales, or just be around some awesome people!

In challenging times, making the right connections can mean all difference to how you pivot, market and grow your business. So come and enjoy a meeting of business minds with us. Grab your lunch and get connected to a hand-picked selection of like-minded founders and entrepreneurs in your community. To make sure you meet the right kind of people, we only allow founders or leaders from established business to attend and we’ll get to know a bit about your business before the event so we introduce you to the right peers and contacts. For that reason, you’ll have to apply here to receive your invitation: https://wearepillarandpost.com/virtual-business-lunch/ PLEASE NOTE: The date listed on this Meetup page is a "placeholder". You’ll be invited to choose the right date and time for your schedule, after you apply. In order that all attendees can get the most from their time and come away with some valuable new contacts, we’re keeping the numbers low for each event. Please join our waiting room a couple of minutes before the event begins and please ensure there’s not too much back ground noise on your audio. Best-selling author Tim Sanders writes ‘Your network is your net worth.’, and most successful business owners would agree. It’s especially true in an unpredictable 2020. So let’s make this hour valuable to everyone who shows up. We’ll see you there. Who is your host, Trent Belasco? After 16+ years of award-winning digital copy & strategy (AUS/UK), Trent helps ambitious business owners and leaders to grow & scale their business, using simple, proven methods. He works with a handful of 'growth-on-demand' strategies that have delighted a long list of clients over the years, like: Barclays, RBS, AMEX Platinum, HSBC, Santander, Lloyds TSB, Credit Suisse, Hall Chadwick, Google, Cisco, VMWare, ETF Securities, Saga Insurance, Sony, Nokia, Blackberry, HTC, Samsung, McDonald's, Coca-Cola Amatil, Sky TV, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Land Rover, Aston Martin, The World Gold Council and dozens more - including many smaller brands you won't have heard of, unless you fit perfectly into their target audience. Trent spent a decade in the top digital agencies in London, working mainly in the banking and finance sector. He has broad experience across a range of other sectors as well. The evolution in digital marketing has placed rapid business growth within reach of almost every entrepreneur. Trent helps owners and leaders in established, successful businesses to reach that rapid growth, attracting new clients, automating and scaling their operations. As his clients and awards will confirm, Trent’s specialty is crafting irresistible messaging to seize attention, generate trust and compel the desired action. His strategies help clients to maximize their influence, develop high-performing sales-funnels and see a surge in profits. His overarching mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs and leaders to create more freedom, success and happiness. As the organiser of 4 local business meetup groups with almost 4000 combined members and growing weekly, Trent’s one of the better-connected business people in Sydney. Fun Fact: In 2008, the Pope was coming to Australia for World Youth Day. An ex-journalist and keynote speaker, the Vatican recruited Trent to compere the visit in Australia’s largest ever outdoor event. Trent co-wrote half an hour of prayer and reflection, which he memorised and presented to a live global television audience - at one point, sharing a stage with the Pope. Luckily, it was only after the event that Trent found out his global audience measured half a billion people. So come and join us. Apply for your spot on our next carefully curated business networkers lunch here: https://wearepillarandpost.com/virtual-business-lunch/

Join us this Tuesday at our weekly Hollywood Networking Events. Our Hollywood FL business referral group meets every Tuesday at 8:00 am on Zoom. We only allow one person per business type. For example, I represent the [web design](https://advertising-excellence.com/web-design/) category and that means no other web designers can attend our meetings. Please [contact us](https://professionalbusinessreferrals.com/contact-us/) and let us know what type of business you are involved with. As long as there is no conflict with another member, we'll send you the Zoom link.

Contact us for Zoom call link! We are a dynamic, committed group of business people who know how to refer business to each other and help each other grow our businesses. We have open categories for individuals who will bring enthusiasm and integrity to our meeting. Just one person per professional specialty is allowed in each chapter. Come for our meeting -- stay for the referrals!!!

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

CG flips the script on networking, with surprises and connections that'll make you say, "Who knew networking could be this much fun?!"

Step into 2026 with intention, clarity, and a creative practice designed to help you see yourself more clearly. In this special Confidence Lab session, we’ll explore confidence as something you can curate - through the choices you make, the qualities you amplify, and the story you choose to step into. We’ll start with a short guided reflection to surface the traits, habits, and energies you want to nurture in the coming year. Then, using collage materials selected specifically for this workshop, you’ll translate those insights into a visual composition that represents the version of yourself you’re ready to grow toward. This isn’t about resolutions or perfection. It’s about crafting a grounded, imaginative vision of your next chapter - one that feels honest, energizing, and fully yours. All materials are provided. Just bring yourself (and a friend) and a willingness to explore what confidence can look like for you in 2026. **Featured Partner: Columbus Collage Collective** The Columbus Collage Collective was started in August of 2023 by Emily Morgan (aka Lovely But Dead) and Douglas Cuckler (aka Wonder Doug) as a place for collage enthusiasts to gather and create art together. The collective has since become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to hold free or low-cost collage events across central Ohio. The CCC welcomes all artists of all backgrounds and skill levels and encourages folks to take this time to step away from everyday existence and create art with people who share a love for this dynamic art form. All materials—magazines, scissors, craft knives, glue, paper, cardboard, and more—are provided, so there's no need to bring anything at all (though you're welcome to bring a friend or a favorite tool if you'd like!). We also encourage folks to take home magazines and materials from our events to support continued creativity! Find us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/](https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/) Register or sign up for the newsletter at [https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/](https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/) **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

At *Energize and Elevate*, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar