The Hive CLT | JULY Meetup – Hot Seats & Cold Drinks

This is one of our most interactive events of the year.

Three attendees will volunteer to share real-time business challenges. The room will collaborate through table-level brainstorming and practical problem-solving, all in a relaxed summer setting.

Come ready to contribute, learn, and enjoy a more casual vibe.

Who this is for
Entrepreneurs who learn best through real problems and real-time feedback.

What you’ll gain
• Live feedback on real business problems
• New angles you may not have considered
• Practical suggestions from people building businesses now
• Shared learning even if you’re not in the hot seat

Why this month matters
You don’t have to solve hard problems alone.

Best for you if
You want perspective, feedback, and new approaches to a current challenge.

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The Hive is Charlotte’s relationship-first entrepreneurial community built for founders, operators, investors, and business-minded professionals who value meaningful connections and long-term growth.

This monthly meetup is designed to create real conversations, strategic relationships, and opportunities that extend well beyond the room. Whether you’re building a company, scaling a team, investing, or exploring your next move, The Hive provides an intentional environment to connect with people who are doing the work.

This is not casual networking. It’s a room built for clarity, collaboration, and momentum.

WHAT TO EXPECT
5:30 – 6:15 PM | Arrival & Open Networking
Ease into the evening with relaxed, open networking. Grab a drink, meet new people, and reconnect with familiar faces.

6:15 – 6:20 PM | Welcome & Community Intro
A brief welcome from the organizers to set expectations and outline the flow of the night.

6:20 – 6:30 PM | Live Business Pitches (3 Attendees)
Three attendees will be selected from the crowd to share a quick overview of what they’re building or working on.

6:30 – 7:00 PM | Featured Topic / Workshop / Discussion
Format varies by month and may include a speaker, facilitated discussion, or interactive segment aligned with the theme.

7:00 – 9:30 PM | Open Networking
Unstructured time to deepen conversations, make introductions, and build relationships at your own pace.

📍 EVENT LOCATION (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)
Heist Brewery – Event Space
2909 N Davidson St, Suite 200
Charlotte, NC 28205

⚠️ Important Notes:
• This is NOT the Heist location on Woodward Ave
• We meet in the event space located around the side of the building, not inside the main brewery area
• Please do not go to the main bar or indoor brewery seating

We strongly encourage everyone to carefully read this section before arriving to avoid confusion.

WHAT TO BRING
• A clear introduction of what you’re building or working on
• Business cards (optional)
• A collaborative, open mindset

COMMUNITY NOTE
We host these events every first Thursday of the month (holiday adjustments may apply). Many attendees return monthly, which helps build familiarity, trust, and stronger relationships over time.

STAY CONNECTED
Join the Hive community and stay updated on future events:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehivecltentrepreneursnetwork/