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Students Networking Meet-up
🎓☕ Student Networking Meet-Up ☕🎓
Join us on Tuesday, 10/3/2026 at Elty Cafe for a relaxed and friendly networking session!
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow students, share ideas, discuss opportunities, and build meaningful connections in a comfortable café setting. Whether you're looking to collaborate, gain insights, or simply expand your circle, this meet-up is for you.
Come along, grab a coffee, and let’s grow our network together!
Business,Startups, Investors Social Networking Event with Elevator Pitch
**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THE EVENT. YOU CAN RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE. [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981929177522?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1981929177522?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
Business and Startups Social Networking Event In London is an essential networking event tailored specifically for ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners looking to forge valuable connections in London's vibrant business ecosystem. Set in a stylish and centrally located venue, this mixer event creates a relaxed yet dynamic environment perfect for sparking conversations, collaborations, and partnerships.
**Who Should Attend:**
* **Startup Founders and Co-founders**: Entrepreneurs at the helm of innovative startups looking for networking, investment, and growth opportunities.
* **Investors and Venture Capitalists**: Individuals and entities interested in discovering promising startups and entrepreneurial ventures for potential investment.
* **Small to Medium Business Owners**: Owners seeking to innovate, expand their networks, and explore new market opportunities or partnerships.
* **Marketing and Sales Professionals**: Experts looking to connect with startups and businesses in need of marketing strategies and sales optimization.
* **Tech Enthusiasts and Developers**: Those passionate about the latest technology trends, looking for collaborative projects or startup opportunities.
* **Creative Professionals**: Designers, writers, and artists interested in business collaborations, freelancing opportunities, or new ventures.
* **Consultants and Freelancers**: Specialists in business, finance, legal, and other areas seeking new clients and partnership opportunities.
* **Emerging Entrepreneurs**: Individuals in the early stages of developing their business ideas, seeking inspiration, mentorship, and foundational networks.
* **Corporate Executives and Managers**: Leaders looking for innovative startups to partner with, invest in, or acquire, aiming to drive corporate innovation.
* **Students and Recent Graduates**: Ambitious individuals aiming to dive into the entrepreneurial ecosystem, looking for internships, mentorship, or startup opportunities.
**Why Attend:**
* **Unparalleled Networking**: Engage in meaningful conversations with a diverse group of attendees, from budding entrepreneurs to seasoned investors, all handpicked to foster productive exchanges.
* **Industry Insights**: Gain insights into emerging trends and opportunities within your sector through casual chats and shared experiences.
* **Collaborative Opportunities**: Meet potential collaborators, partners, or investors who can help elevate your business to new heights.
* **Resource Sharing**: Tap into a collective pool of knowledge, experience, and resources shared by peers facing similar business challenges and triumphs.
* **One-Minute Presentations**: A unique feature where attendees can opt to give a concise, one-minute pitch about their business or idea, providing a snapshot to captivate potential partners or investors.
Event Highlights:
* A carefully curated attendee list to enhance the quality of networking and ensure relevance of interactions.
* Informal ice-breaker activities designed to facilitate introductions and discussions among participants.
* A mix-and-mingle layout that encourages movement and interaction, ensuring you can connect with as many like-minded professionals as possible.
Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, explore new business opportunities, or simply gain insights into the startup and business scene in London, the London Business Mixer offers a perfect platform to connect with the right people in an inviting and productive setting.
How our event works:
**You will be able to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.**
7pm - Welcome
7.30pm – Event starts, you will be introduced to each other in a nice relaxed environment in the semi private reserved area.
8pm -Elevator pitch
8.30 - Networking
This event will be hosted till 9pm; the key to making the most of speed friending is to follow up with your contacts over time to develop friendships.
Dress code is either business or office attire or smart casual, no T-shirts, no trainers.
If you have any questions email contact@thebusinessminds.co.uk or call Elena on 07762038437
Ticket for 1 person allows 1 person to enter the venue from 7pm
Please Note:
**Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door.**
Business Networking Event in London, Fitzrovia. Startups, Entrepreneurs
**Looking for a business networking event in London to grow your network with innovators?** Join us in Fitzrovia for an informal, founder-led evening where real business connections happen.
Co-organised by London tech startups **GMax Card, Ciitab and Getshop Today**, this event brings together startup founders, tech entrepreneurs, and professionals in business, finance & tech.
🤝 **Meet and Connect with:**
* Startup founders & entrepreneurs
* IT, tech & product professionals
* Business owners & consultants
* Finance, banking & investment specialists
* International professionals based in London
**🎯 Why Attend?**
* Meet founders, entrepreneurs, tech and business pros
* Build valuable business and startup connections
* Discover new ideas, trends and opportunities
**💼 Note re contactless cards:** Free RSVP includes event access only. [Contactless GMax Cards](www.gmaxcard.com/shop) are included with paid tickets (when available).
**📍 Venue: The Refinery at Regent's Place**
Modern, spacious, large windows. In the same building as Meta offices. Just 3 minutes from Warren Street station, close to Euston station.
👔 **Dress Code:**
Business / smart casual. This is a business networking event rather than a fully informal gathering.
**📅 Agenda**
18:30 – 21:30
On arrival, please ask reception or the bar staff about the networking event and they’ll direct you to our area. Hosts are available to make introductions before open networking begins.
⚙️ **Co-organised by tech startups:**
* [GMax Card - Digital and contactless business cards](www.gmaxcard.com) designed for modern networking, plus easy landline setup for your new business.
* [Ciitab - AI-powered LinkedIn networking tool](www.ciitab.com) to help you build and nurture professional connections at scale.
* [Getshop Today - Create your own independent online store on a UK-built platform](www.getshop.today), so you’re not dependent solely on global marketplaces like Amazon or eBay.
⚠️ **Important Details:**
* Age & ID: 18+. ID may be required for alcohol purchases.
* Photos & Video: Filming and photography by [CineEye - video production and commercial photography in London](www.cineeye.co.uk). Images may be used for promotion - inform organisers on arrival if you do not consent.
* Dress Code: Business/Smart casual. Please see above for more info.
* Liability: Attendance is at your own risk. Organisers and venue accept no responsibility for loss, injury, or damage to you or your property.
**🎟️ Register now!**
And don't forget to join this Meetup group.
£10/Speed Networking for Film, TV, Music, and Media at Temper City
**RSVP TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT..**
**Welcome to Socialite Connections – Speed Networking for Film, TV, Music, and Media**
Join us for an exclusive **Speed Networking for Film, TV, Music and Media**. Connect with creative professionals looking to accelerate their connections and grow their businesses. Imagine meeting and connecting with a room full of like-minded creative professionals in a fun and time efficient manner.
You must book a ticket via the link: https://fatso.ma/3gTv
Book here via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speed-networking-for-film-tv-music-and-media-at-temper-city-tickets-1981942410101?aff=oddtdtcreator
**We start the event at 6.00pm with a warm welcome.** Speed Networking is a dynamic and efficient way to connect with professionals across various creative industries. Break out of your networking comfort zone and say goodbye to missed opportunities with this structured format. We have hired the mezzanie room upstairs with own bar..
**Temper City -** Temper City is hidden away, moments from Bank, Moorgate and Liverpool Street Stations, serving the best steak in the Square Mile. Home to the biggest smoker in the temper family and one of the world's biggest restaurant fire-pits. Punchy wine list and choice of tequila and mezcal-focused cocktails available both in the restaurant and out on the terrace.
**Event Schedule**
**18:00 – 20:30 \| Welcome to the event** where your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other.
**19:00 – 20:00 \| Speed Networking Event Starts:** Take part in an exciting speed networking event focused on the film, TV, music, and media industries. This fast-paced environment is designed to help you make valuable connections, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities in a relaxed environment.
**20:00 \- 20:30 \| Network & chill:** It will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the speed networking are finished.
**Why Attend?**
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to expand your network and forge valuable connections on a 1-2-1 basis. With just 3 minutes per attendee, you'll get the opportunity to speak to everyone attending in a timed and structured format. Are you a filmmaker, musician, media professional, or creative entrepreneur looking to expand your network and accelerate your career? This is your ultimate chance to connect, collaborate, and create magic in just one extraordinary night!
**Who Should Attend?**
Connect with Film, TV, Music and Media Professionals in a relaxed setting. **Producers, Directors, Artists & Actors, Musicians & Screenwriters, Media Lawyers, Photographers & Videographers, Investors, Anyone interested in Film, Media, TV, and Music Industry.**
**Tickets are limited to just 40 attendees.** We like to make sure everyone gets the opportunity to talk to each other.
You must book a ticket via the link: https://fatso.ma/3gTv
Book here via: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/speed-networking-for-film-tv-music-and-media-at-temper-city-tickets-1981942410101?aff=oddtdtcreator
You are invited to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.
Register now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative networking experience!
**Tickets need to be bought online in advance to attend this event. Tickets are not available at the door.**
**Refund policy: There is no refund at this event. Your ticket can be reassigned to another person of your choice.**
AI & Innovation Night: Insights for Startups, Professionals & Builders
**Welcome to Networx London!**
Are you a tech professional, digital innovator, or IT leader looking to connect with others driving the future of technology and business?
Join us for an evening focused on AI, innovation, and their global impact in the years ahead.
This event brings together experts, builders, and curious minds to explore how AI is actually being built and used today. Whether you’re a founder, investor, professional, or simply curious about the AI revolution, this is your chance to learn, connect, and be inspired.
We start at **6:30 PM** with a warm welcome and light icebreakers to get conversations flowing, followed by **open networking all evening**. No formal pitches—just real connections, fresh ideas, and meaningful relationships in a friendly, laid-back setting.
📍 **Venue: The Hydrant, Monument** Located in the vibrant City of London area, The Hydrant offers a stylish yet welcoming atmosphere perfect for networking and socializing. With its modern interiors, spacious layout, and relaxed vibe, it’s an ideal spot for after-work drinks and professional gatherings. Just a short walk from **Monument station**, it provides the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and new connections in a chic but unpretentious environment.
📅 **Event Schedule**
**18:30 – 19:00 \| Welcome Kick off** with a warm intro and fun icebreakers to set the tone.
**19:00 – 19:30 \| Meet & Greet** Mingle and network in an open, friendly setting
**19:30 – 20:00 \| Some pitches \(not guaranteed\)** A few attendees may get the chance to briefly introduce themselves or their business (if time allows).
**20:00 – 21:30 \| Informal Networking** Free-flowing, informal networking all evening—no sales, no pressure. Just authentic connections with amazing people.
💡 **Why Attend?**
**🤝 Build Valuable Connections** – Network with business leaders, investors, and professionals across London.
**🚀 Unlock New Opportunities** – Discover potential partners, collaborators, or clients.
**📈 Stay Informed** – Gain insights into the latest trends in tech, finance, startups, and entrepreneurship.
This event is perfect for anyone seeking to expand their professional circle, grow their business, or gain fresh perspectives from a dynamic mix of professionals.
👥 **Who’s coming?** This event is perfect for **software engineers, developers, AI/ML professionals, data scientists, cybersecurity specialists, cloud & DevOps engineers, IT consultants, product managers, tech founders, startup builders, and people working in digital transformation** — basically anyone curious about AI, intelligent systems, robotics, and the future of technology.
**🎟 Tickets & Entry:** To avoid the venue getting overcrowded and ensure everyone enjoys an amazing night, we've introduced a small ticket price to keep things running smoothly.
**Limited spots!** Register today and hit **Follow** for updates on future weekly events.
📸 **Event Photography** Please note that photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes.
**Note**: Proof of ID required for alcoholic beverages. 18+ only.
🔗 \*\*Join our WhatsApp group to connect before and after the event:\*\*👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg "https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg")
AI & Tech Forge: Builders, Solution Architects & Innovators
**Welcome to Networx London!**
Are you a tech professional, digital innovator, or IT leader looking to connect with others driving the future of technology and business?
Join us for an evening focused on AI, innovation, and their global impact in the years ahead.
This event brings together experts, builders, and curious minds to explore how AI is actually being built and used today. Whether you’re a founder, investor, professional, or simply curious about the AI revolution, this is your chance to learn, connect, and be inspired.
We start at **6:30 PM** with a warm welcome and light icebreakers to get conversations flowing, followed by **open networking all evening**. No formal pitches—just real connections, fresh ideas, and meaningful relationships in a friendly, laid-back setting.
📍 **Venue: The Hydrant, Monument** Located in the vibrant City of London area, **The Hydrant** offers a stylish yet welcoming atmosphere perfect for networking and socializing. With its modern interiors, spacious layout, and relaxed vibe, it’s an ideal spot for after-work drinks and professional gatherings. Just a short walk from **Monument station**, it provides the perfect setting for meaningful conversations and new connections in a chic but unpretentious environment.
📅 **Event Schedule**
**18:30 – 19:00 \| Welcome Kick off** with a warm intro and fun icebreakers to set the tone.
**19:00 – 19:30 \| Meet & Greet** Mingle and network in an open, friendly setting
**19:30 – 20:00 \| Some pitches \(not guaranteed\)** A few attendees may get the chance to briefly introduce themselves or their business (if time allows).
**20:00 – 21:30 \| Informal Networking** Free-flowing, informal networking all evening—no sales, no pressure. Just authentic connections with amazing people.
💡 **Why Attend?**
**🤝 Build Valuable Connections** – Network with business leaders, investors, and professionals across London.
**🚀 Unlock New Opportunities** – Discover potential partners, collaborators, or clients.
**📈 Stay Informed** – Gain insights into the latest trends in tech, finance, startups, and entrepreneurship.
This event is perfect for anyone seeking to expand their professional circle, grow their business, or gain fresh perspectives from a dynamic mix of professionals.
👥 **Who’s coming?** This event is perfect for **software engineers, developers, AI/ML professionals, data scientists, cybersecurity specialists, cloud & DevOps engineers, IT consultants, product managers, tech founders, startup builders, and people working in digital transformation** — basically anyone curious about AI, intelligent systems, robotics, and the future of technology.
**🎟 Tickets & Entry:** To avoid the venue getting overcrowded and ensure everyone enjoys an amazing night, we've introduced a small ticket price to keep things running smoothly.
**Limited spots!** Register today and hit **Follow** for updates on future weekly events.
📸 **Event Photography** Please note that photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes.
**Note**: Proof of ID required for alcoholic beverages. 18+ only.
🔗 \*\*Join our WhatsApp group to connect before and after the event:\*\*👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg "https://chat.whatsapp.com/GisOCaIiMeKEehV5Lv7qxg")
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£10/Business Networking for Creatives! Open Mic and Live Music, Film,TV, Music
**Singers, musicians, hip hop artists, rappers, sound engineers, producers, filmmakers networking and Open Mic. Plus always Wednesdays Live Music from our very own band Satori Wave!**
Business and Startups Social Networking Event with Elevator Pitch
**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THE EVENT. YOU CAN RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE. [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982184093984?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982184093984?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
Business and Startups Social Networking Event In London is an essential networking event tailored specifically for ambitious professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners looking to forge valuable connections in London's vibrant business ecosystem. Set in a stylish and centrally located venue, this mixer event creates a relaxed yet dynamic environment perfect for sparking conversations, collaborations, and partnerships.
**Who Should Attend:**
* **Startup Founders and Co-founders**: Entrepreneurs at the helm of innovative startups looking for networking, investment, and growth opportunities.
* **Investors and Venture Capitalists**: Individuals and entities interested in discovering promising startups and entrepreneurial ventures for potential investment.
* **Small to Medium Business Owners**: Owners seeking to innovate, expand their networks, and explore new market opportunities or partnerships.
* **Marketing and Sales Professionals**: Experts looking to connect with startups and businesses in need of marketing strategies and sales optimization.
* **Tech Enthusiasts and Developers**: Those passionate about the latest technology trends, looking for collaborative projects or startup opportunities.
* **Creative Professionals**: Designers, writers, and artists interested in business collaborations, freelancing opportunities, or new ventures.
* **Consultants and Freelancers**: Specialists in business, finance, legal, and other areas seeking new clients and partnership opportunities.
* **Emerging Entrepreneurs**: Individuals in the early stages of developing their business ideas, seeking inspiration, mentorship, and foundational networks.
* **Corporate Executives and Managers**: Leaders looking for innovative startups to partner with, invest in, or acquire, aiming to drive corporate innovation.
* **Students and Recent Graduates**: Ambitious individuals aiming to dive into the entrepreneurial ecosystem, looking for internships, mentorship, or startup opportunities.
**Why Attend:**
* **Unparalleled Networking**: Engage in meaningful conversations with a diverse group of attendees, from budding entrepreneurs to seasoned investors, all handpicked to foster productive exchanges.
* **Industry Insights**: Gain insights into emerging trends and opportunities within your sector through casual chats and shared experiences.
* **Collaborative Opportunities**: Meet potential collaborators, partners, or investors who can help elevate your business to new heights.
* **Resource Sharing**: Tap into a collective pool of knowledge, experience, and resources shared by peers facing similar business challenges and triumphs.
* **One-Minute Presentations**: A unique feature where attendees can opt to give a concise, one-minute pitch about their business or idea, providing a snapshot to captivate potential partners or investors.
Event Highlights:
* A carefully curated attendee list to enhance the quality of networking and ensure relevance of interactions.
* Informal ice-breaker activities designed to facilitate introductions and discussions among participants.
* A mix-and-mingle layout that encourages movement and interaction, ensuring you can connect with as many like-minded professionals as possible.
Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, explore new business opportunities, or simply gain insights into the startup and business scene in London, the London Business Mixer offers a perfect platform to connect with the right people in an inviting and productive setting.
How our event works:
**You will be able to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.**
7pm - Welcome
7.30pm – Event starts, you will be introduced to each other in a nice relaxed environment in the semi private reserved area.
8pm -Elevator pitch
8.30 - Networking
This event will be hosted till 9pm; the key to making the most of speed friending is to follow up with your contacts over time to develop friendships.
Dress code is either business or office attire or smart casual, no T-shirts, no trainers.
If you have any questions email contact@thebusinessminds.co.uk or call Elena on 07762038437
Ticket for 1 person allows 1 person to enter the venue from 7pm
Please Note:
**Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door.**
Dead Product Society | After Work Drinks
**Dead Product Society \| After Work Drinks**
Come along, bring a friend/colleague or two and join us for a relaxed evening of informal product and tech chats over a few drinks and doughnuts. We aim to connect everyone without awkwardness or LinkedIn spiel, and value good conversation over boring presentations.
**Who is welcome?**
Product Managers, CEOs, UX/UI Designers, Developers, Scrum Masters etc. We welcome anyone who works in, with or wants to break into product.
*Note: We intentionally keep our After Work Drinks on the smaller side to allow for more in-depth conversations.*
**The Bike Shed**
We'll be hanging out in the lounge area (behind the area with all the tables, next to the store).
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**Dead Product Society**
Dead Product Society is a collective of like-minded professionals sharing real-talk and joining forces to navigate the twists and turns of the product world. Our down-to-earth community is for anyone who works in, with or wants to break into product teams regardless of their background or experience.
**Our Sponsors**
Shout out to our generous sponsors at Waggel Pet Insurance; Lifetime pet insurance, simplified. With their support we are able to host these events for you and create a space for those important, honest conversations.
Tales from Tarot: an Evening of Creative Writing + a FREE Book!
YOU CAN BOOK YOUR SPOT HERE: https://www.writeandpint.com/events/tales-from-tarot-once-upon-a-pub-a-free-book
Hi there!
For this session, we'll be using tarot cards to help you unpack, develop, and hone your storytelling ideas.
The session will be hosted by published fiction writer, editor, and general story and tarot lover, Annie Percik.
If you're already writing something, great! And if you're approaching the page for the very first time - that's great, too!
**Whoever you are, we'd love you to come and join us**.
When you arrive, please feel free to buy yourself a drink at the bar, then come and join us in the upstairs function room and say hello to some new, friendly faces before we begin.
\*\*\*No experience of creative writing is necessary.
\*\*\*No pressure to read your work in front of the group.
**For this session, we'll be focusing on the imagery and ideas in tarot cards**, and we'll walk you through a detailed story-writing process accordingly, to help you expand your own ideas and characters.
You're welcome to use this session to work on something you're already writing, but if you're just starting out, this will also be the perfect opportunity to develop things from scratch.
We've been hosting writing workshops, social events, retreats, and courses for 10+ years now and we strive to make our events inclusive, friendly, informative, and highly creative.
If you have **any questions whatsoever, you're very welcome to text 07891948039** and we'll answer as soon as possible!
Otherwise, please RSVP, book the date in your diary, and join us for this exciting event.
Cheers!
Write & Pint
Entrepreneur, Startup, Founder Business Networking Event - Tide HQ - London
Looking for quality **business networking in London**? Join an exclusive evening at **Tide HQ**, organised by **GMax Card**, **Getshop Today,** and **Tide** \- three products built by founders\, for founders\.
**WHY ATTEND:**
* Free premium digital business card (£65 value) - claim it on the night
* Real connections - co-founders, customers, partners & more
* 50% off premium GMax Card upgrades for your team
* Practical tools & insights to run your startup smarter
Connect with **tech founders, startup teams, business owners, and professionals** **across fintech, finance, banking, business and technology.**
**Testimonials:** Check out [video testimonials from founders who've attended previous events.](https://vimeo.com/1162995661)
**Please note:** Free ticket includes event access only. To receive a physical contactless GMax Card, please purchase a paid ticket when available.
**DRESS CODE**
Business or smart. Dress as you would for an investor, client or partner meeting - polished and professional.
**VENUE**
**[Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F) HQ - Featherstone Building, Silicon Roundabout, London**
Right at the heart of UK's tech and startup hub, Tide's modern headquarters provides an open, professional environment designed for founders and operators and built for collaboration.
**ABOUT THIS STARTUP AND BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT**
In the **startup and business world**, success rarely happens in isolation. The right connections unlock **co-founders, early customers,** and relationships that accelerate **growth**.
But most networking events don't deliver that. After hundreds of iterations, we've built a **format that actually works:**
* Well-tested icebreakers (optional, but they work) to break the initial awkwardness
* "Quick intros" round - 30-60 seconds each so everyone knows who's who in the room
* Short talks from [GMax Card](http://www.gmaxcard.com/) on strategic networking and Tide on founder-friendly business tools
* On-the-spot [Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F) consultations - bring your banking and ops questions, get real answers
* Drinks and refreshments for real conversations to develop naturally
Co-organised by **[GMax Card](http://www.gmaxcard.com/)** and **[Getshop Today](http://www.getshop.today/)**, hosted at **[Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F) HQ** \- the digital bank built for entrepreneurs\. Created by founders who've done it themselves\.
Whether you're pre-seed or scaling, solo or building a team, this is where you meet the people who get it and can help you move faster.
**WHO'S IN THE ROOM**
Expect a mix of:
* **Early-stage to growth-stage startup founders**
* **Tech entrepreneurs** and product builders
* **Fintech innovators** and operators
* **Indie founders, solopreneurs** and **bootstrapped business owners**
* **Finance professionals** and **startup advisors**
* People working across **business and technology**
**WHAT YOU WALK AWAY WITH**
* Free [premium business card (£65 value) ](https://www.gmaxcard.com/shop)\- ask the host to claim yours on the night
* Real connections - potential co-founders, early customers, advisors, hires, or partners
* 50% off [premium digital cards from GMax Card](https://www.gmaxcard.com/shop) for your whole team
* Actionable insights on tools that actually make running a startup or business easier
Part of our bi-weekly series. Check out [video testimonials](https://vimeo.com/1162995661) from founders and business professionals who've attended previous events.
**ORGANISERS**
**[GMax Card](http://www.gmaxcard.com/)**[ - Free digital business cards](http://www.gmaxcard.com/), with Premium NFC smart cards and team networking tools.
**[Getshop Today](http://www.getshop.today/)**[ - UK based eCommerce platform ](http://www.getshop.today/)to build your own independent online store in minutes instead of relying solely on global marketplaces like Amazon or eBay.
**Hosted at [Tide](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F)**[ - The digital-first business bank ](https://www.tide.co/partners-business-account/?ref=GMAXF2F)built to support entrepreneurs and SMEs.
**IMPORTANT DETAILS**
Dress code: business / smart
Photography & Video: Content may be captured by [CineEye Audiovisual Production Studio in London](http://www.cineeye.co.uk/) for promotional use. If you do not wish to be captured, please refrain from attending.
ID Requirements: Attendance for 18+ only. Proof of ID may be requested at reception.
Refund Policy: Refunds available up to 1 day before the event if any. Meetup fees are non-refundable (if any).
**Secure your ticket today!**
Solo Entrepreneurs, Freelancers, Consultants and Coaches Networking Event
**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE TO ATTEND THE EVENT. YOU CAN RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE.** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982007694368?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1982007694368?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Welcome to our exclusive Networking Event tailored specifically for Solo Entrepreneurs – a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who are navigating the thrilling yet challenging path of solo entrepreneurship. In this event, you'll find a supportive community where ideas are shared, collaborations are born, and experiences are exchanged.
The event will be held in a sophisticated and vibrant venue, adorned with modern decor and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the day.
Whether you're just starting out or have been on this journey for a while, our gathering is designed to provide you with valuable connections, insights, and resources. You'll have the chance to:
* **Meet and Mingle:** Engage with fellow solo entrepreneurs from various industries. Share your stories, challenges, and triumphs in an environment that understands the solo journey.
* **Learn from Experts:** Hear from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts who will offer actionable advice on key topics like time management, scaling your business, and building a personal brand.
* **Explore Collaboration Opportunities:** Discover potential collaborations and partnerships that can help expand your business, diversify your offerings, and reach new markets.
* **Boost Your Business Visibility:** Showcase your business, products, or services and gain visibility among a community that’s eager to support fellow entrepreneurs.
This networking event isn’t just about making connections; it’s about building a community of solo entrepreneurs who can grow and succeed together. Come, be a part of this empowering experience, and take your solo business to new heights!
**Who Should Attend:**
* **Solo Entrepreneurs**
* **Freelancers**
* **Startup Founders**
* **Consultants**
* **Small Business Owners**
* **Creative Professionals**
* **Digital Nomads**
* **Aspiring Entrepreneurs**
* **Side Hustlers**
* **Business Coaches and Mentors:**
This diverse group of attendees ensures a rich and varied networking event, full of potential for learning, collaboration, and business development.
**Why Attend the Event:**
**Expand Your Professional Network:** Meet and connect with other solo entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges and rewards of running a business single-handedly. These connections can lead to future collaborations, partnerships, or even friendships.
**Learn from Shared Experiences:** Hear firsthand accounts of successes and setbacks from peers who are on a similar journey. These stories can provide valuable insights, saving you time and helping you avoid common pitfalls.
**Find Potential Collaborators:** Discover opportunities to collaborate on projects, share resources, or combine expertise with other solo entrepreneurs. This can lead to new business ventures or help you offer more comprehensive services to your clients.
**Get Inspired:** Being a solo entrepreneur can sometimes feel isolating. Surrounding yourself with fellow entrepreneurs can reignite your passion and inspire new ideas for your business.
**Access Valuable Resources:** Gain information about tools, platforms, and communities specifically beneficial for solo entrepreneurs. These resources can help streamline your operations, increase your productivity, and grow your business.
Join us at our Networking Event for Solo Entrepreneurs and take a step towards expanding your horizons and growing your business. Let’s connect, collaborate, and grow together!
**How our event works:**
**You will also be able to join the dedicated Whatsapp group for the event and start networking before the actual event.**
7.00pm - When you arrive your name will be checked off the guest list, the host will direct everyone to the reserved area and explain how the event will work.
7.30pm – Networking starts, you will be introduced to each other in a nice relaxed environment in the semi private reserved area.
10 pm - Event ends, all guests are welcome to stay and enjoy chatting with each other.
This event will be hosted till 9 pm; the key to making the most of speed friending is to follow up with your contacts over time to develop friendships.
Dress code is either business or office attire or smart casual, no T-shirts, no trainers.
If you have any questions email contact@thebusinessminds.co.uk
Ticket for 1 person allows 1 person to enter the venue from 7pm
Please Note:
**Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door.**
London. An Awkward Couple: AI and the Sacred Space of Imagination
**IMPORTANT!** Please register on Luma page [https://luma.com/91i0ao14](https://luma.com/91i0ao14)
Computers used to be for calculation. Now, they are for creation. As AI enters the sacred space of human imagination, we need to reappraise our relationship with the machine.
Will MacNeil, an award-winning digital artist whose work spans top brands including Nike, Adidas, BBC, EA Sports, and the National Museum of Qatar, joins the Projector Global Community to discuss this evolving dynamic.
**In this talk, Will explores:**
* **The Human Wrestle:** How to "wrestle" with digital tools to create work that feels innately human-crafted.
* **Data Storytelling:** How to use samples of abstract data to create moving artworks that tell emotional stories.
* **The New Frontier:** How to harness and exploit AI to discover new creative languages – without being consumed by the machine itself.
This session wraps these practical insights in a larger discussion about how computers and digital media are influencing our lives and our development as a society.
**Join us at Barclays Eagle Labs** for a deep dive into how a top-tier Creative Director uses code not just to automate, but to elevate human expression.
**Perfect for:** Designers, data scientists, and innovators who want to keep their fingers on the pulse of what is possible in creative tech.
**Speaker's Bio: Will MacNeil** is an award-winning digital artist and Creative Director whose work sits at the intersection of data-driven design, real-time systems, and generative art.
Based in London, Will has honed his craft at some of the world’s leading studios, including **The Mill, MPC, Jellyfish, and Foreign Office Design**. He has led major creative campaigns for global powerhouses such as **Nike, Adidas, BBC, EA Sports, and the National Museum of Qatar**.
His portfolio highlights his ability to blend complex technology with emotional storytelling – from the *EE Hope United* generative shirt design to the *Art Fund’s National Art Pass*. Will regularly speaks internationally on creativity, AI, and the evolving role of the digital artist.
👉 **Explore Will's craft here:** [www.willmacneil.com](http://www.willmacneil.com)
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Sip & Read: *Founder Edition* Meetup: Book/Venue TBD
Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting.
Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting.
Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot!
*Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*
Confidence in Bloom: How Creativity Builds Confidence
**Confidence in Bloom: How Creativity Builds Confidence**
What happens when creativity becomes an intentional practice?
In this month’s Confidence Lab, we’ll gather at **Petals That Inspire: The Flourish Studio** for an evening exploring the connection between creativity and confidence. How making with our hands, engaging our senses, and allowing space for expression can shift how we see ourselves and what we believe is possible.
Our featured speaker, **Amanda Lorenzetti**, owner of Petals That Inspire, will share how creativity has shaped her own confidence journey and why creative environments play such a powerful role in well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Drawing from her work leading an experience-driven floral studio and a community-centered workforce development program, Amanda will reflect on creativity as both a personal and collective catalyst.
Amanda will also guide us through a **hands-on floral design experience**, creating a fresh arrangement in a wide mouth mason jar. No prior floral experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to engage the process.
This evening is an invitation to slow down, create, and reconnect with the part of yourself that grows through care, attention, and imagination. You’ll leave with a floral arrangement to take home, and a deeper understanding of how confidence can be cultivated through creative practices.
**Featured Speaker: Amanda Lorenzetti**
Amanda Lorenzetti is the owner and founder of [Petals That Inspire](https://www.petalsthatinspire.com/) and The Flourish Studio, a social enterprise florist based in Columbus, Ohio. She brings more than a decade of experience in wedding and event sales, paired with hands-on expertise in floral and event design.
Amanda’s connection to the floral industry began early, spending time alongside her godmother, a professional florist on the East Coast.
After earning her business degree, she returned to her hometown in Connecticut to work as a floral and event designer, blending creative artistry with strong operational and client-focused skills.
In 2020, Amanda returned to the floral industry with a renewed purpose, driven by a desire to build a business rooted in creativity, community impact, and sustainability. During this pivotal time, she founded Petals That Inspire—an innovative floral concept that reimagines the traditional florist model by combining event florals, workshops, and experiential offerings with a mission-centered approach to workforce development.
Today, Petals That Inspire is a thriving social enterprise known for its thoughtful design, educational experiences, and commitment to empowering young adults facing barriers to entry in the workforce. Amanda is deeply passionate about building businesses that are both profitable and purpose-driven, and she leverages her strong business acumen to create a scalable & sustainable model that inspires creativity while giving back to the community.
**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.*
Gold Star Business Networking
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!
From Chaos to Clarity to Control - A Workshop For Business Leaders
Is your business taking more of your time than you would like?
[Rob Young](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinci-robyoung/) principal at [Stage 3 Group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/stage-3-group/), hosts this workshop series and is the author of Stage 3 Success.
* Provides a framework and a playbook for leaders of emerging businesses
* Reviews business management tools and techniques for scaling and maturing a business
* How to recognize and leverage stories hidden in financial statements
* How to implement financial and operational controls and use leading indicators to spot trouble before it occurs
* How to manage your time for maximum effect
* How to deal with nonperforming employees
* How to create standard operating procedures throughout your organization
Four sessions will include two hours of content and an optional 90-minute hands-on lab.
Reserve your spot via this link:
https://clintonvilleba.com/calendar/#!event/2026/3/20/chaos-to-clarity-to-control ($200 for non-CABA members.)
Evolve Synergy: Westerville Chapter
At Evolve Synergy Sessions, 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. 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.
[Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/)
\*\* 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.
NFT AI ART Columbus
NFT's are here to stay folks!
This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more.
**PLUS**
This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.




















