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Small Business Events Today
Join in-person Small Business events happening right now
Dubai Investors Dinner | B2B Networking | With Investors & VCs
**Are you an Investor or a Founder? Are you actively investing/raising? Is it $2M or less? Yes? This event is for you!**
This is a paid event and will be deleted from here pls register below
[https://investors-dinner-dubai.eventbrite.com/?aff=meetup](https://investors-dinner-dubai.eventbrite.com/?aff=meetup).
For any queries, WhatsApp - Sumit [+971547174965](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=971547174965&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0)
Glamorous Afterwork: Business Meet & Afterparty
Come for Networking. Stay for the Music 🎶
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Connect with business owners, leaders and industry experts in a friendly and fun environment 🤝🏻
**Join an evening where nobody left behind, stand on side or feels lonely.**
Have a friendly chat while sipping your favorite drink, and still make meaningful business connections.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Dress your best for a fun evening at the best venues in Dubai and get ready to pose for an #instaphoto 📷
**How many people attend?**
We get 100 people on average in all our events and invite our members on Meetup and other platforms.
Members of other groups who RSVP are included as guests to give an idea of expected numbers.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
**Network After Work is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
AI Builders & Business Connect | Dubai Meetup
### **Where Dubai’s AI Innovators, Operators, and Talent Meet to Build the Future**
Are you building in AI? Launching a tech startup? Exploring how AI can transform your business or job?
Or looking to join the next big thing in AI?
Join **AI Builders & Business Connect**, a **founder-first, operator-focused meetup** for Dubai’s tech and AI community. This isn’t your typical networking mixer—it’s a room full of **people building**, **people hiring**, and **people looking to grow**.
***
## **🗓️ Event Details**
**When: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Sharp) - Every Thursday**
**Where:** Coffee & Sundries, First Floor (Above Carrefour), DIFC, Dubai
**Entry: FREE**— we just ask that you support the venue by purchasing a coffee or some food.
***
## **🚀 What to Expect**
This is for **doers, decision-makers, and tech talent ready to build:**
### **🔹 AI 60-Second Spotlight**
Founders, job seekers, and partners get **60 seconds to introduce themselves**—no slides, no fluff.
### **🔹 Speed Collaboration Rounds**
Quick, curated connections between **builders, investors, operators, and AI talent**.
### **🔹 Real Conversations, Real Opportunities**
Whether you’re hiring, raising, building, or job hunting—this is where partnerships start.
### **🔹 Dubai & UAE Playbook**
Hear practical tips from locals on how to **launch, hire, and scale tech ventures in the region.**
***
### 📋 Agenda
* **7:30 – 8:00 PM** Introductions
* **8:00 – 8:45 PM** Market research using different AI tools
* **8:45 – 9:15 PM** Prototyping session on one selected idea
* **9:15 PM onward** Networking
## **💡 Who Should Attend?**
* **AI Founders & Startup Builders**
* **Tech Entrepreneurs & SaaS Leaders**
* **Investors scouting AI deals**
* **Engineers, Developers & Product Leaders working in AI**
* **Job Seekers & Operators looking to join AI and tech startups**
* **Enterprise Innovators exploring AI use cases**
***
## **⚠️ Important**
* **Your RSVP is a commitment**—let us know 24 hours in advance if plans change
* **Doors close at 7:30 PM sharp**—no late entries
***
## **🌍 Hosted by Pradeep Valat**
Startup advisor, investor, and AI business strategist helping founders unlock growth.
LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/ivallat](https://linkedin.com/in/ivallat)
WhatsApp: +971 529503315
***
## **🔥 Why This Event?**
Dubai’s AI and tech scene is booming—but it’s still about **who you know and who you build with.**
This is where **startups meet talent, investors meet ideas, and builders find partners.**
**Spots are limited. If you’re serious about AI, this is your room.**
**By participating in AI Builders & Business Connect \| events\, you consent to the use of photos and videos captured during the event for promotional purposes\.**
The Room: Where ambition finds its circle (Invite Only)
The Room is a private, invitation-only gathering created for a carefully selected circle of extraordinary people.
Register and get more details! Approval Required
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)**
It’s a space designed for real conversations, aligned minds, and meaningful connection.
* Every guest is carefully selected.
* It's not a public event! It's not open networking.
* Curated to protect the integrity of the experience.
It is a carefully designed environment where meaningful conversations unfold naturally, and connections are built on alignment rather than agenda.
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Meet people who are driven by curiosity, ambition, and the desire to grow alongside others who understand the journey.
👥 **Who’s in the room:**
* Visionary entrepreneurs & founders
* Exceptional leaders & decision-makers
* Investors, operators & future builders
* Professionals driven by curiosity, ambition, and growth
All brought together for one reason! Meaningful connection beyond surface-level conversation.
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Register and get more details! Approval Required
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)**
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The experience is calm, refined, and intelligent. From lighting to music to flow, everything is considered.
✨ **What to expect:**
* Conversations that flow naturally
* Introductions made with intention
* Quality over quantity & depth over noise
* An atmosphere designed for depth, not noise.
This is a space where presence matters more than performance. Where listening is valued more than speaking and ambition is shared — not displayed.
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If you’ve been invited, it’s because you belong.
Welcome to **The Room**! Where ambition finds its circle.
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile)](https://jo.my/wa-the-room)
We're looking forward to welcome you to **The Room!**
PREMA Thursday: Free Accounting & Compliance Session + Networking
Running a business in the UAE is exciting — but **accounting, tax, and compliance mistakes can quietly cost you money, time, and penalties**.
Every Thursday, **PREMA Consulting** hosts a **free, in-person discussion** for founders, SMEs, and business owners who want clarity on **UAE accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, and upcoming compliance changes** — without jargon or sales pressure.
This is **not a seminar and not a sales pitch**.
It’s a practical, open conversation where you can ask real questions and learn from common mistakes we see across UAE businesses.
You’ll also get time to **network with other founders and professionals** in a relaxed setting.
### **Who Should Attend**
* Business Owners & Founders
* SME Owners & Managers
* Startups operating in the UAE
* Anyone responsible for finance, tax, or compliance
### **Why Attend**
* Understand what actually matters in UAE compliance
* Avoid common accounting, VAT, and Corporate Tax mistakes
* Stay updated on upcoming changes (including e-Invoicing)
* Meet other founders and SME decision-makers
### **Location**
📍 **Boulevard Plaza Tower 1, Suite 1401, Downtown Dubai**
### **Important Notes**
* Limited to **10–15 participants** to keep discussions meaningful
* Free to attend, **registration required**
* Please arrive on time to get full value
### **Hosted by**
**PREMA Consulting**
Accounting, Tax & Compliance Advisors for UAE Businesses
Boost your business
Every week we meet for business referral networking and we train each other to present our own business. You train more than 25 business owners to sell your products to their contact sphere, not for leads, but for qualified and verified referrals.
Venue fee 120AED
You present your business with Specific ASK, all other members are searching and refereeing YOU - as simple as that!!!
The best fit for following sectors:
Auto - Garage, trade, tires, spare parts
F&B - restaurant, bakery, catering
Healthcare - dentists, general clinics, pharma
Dubai Investors Dinner | B2B Networking | With Investors & VCs
**Are you an Investor or a Founder? Are you actively Investing / Raising? Is it $2M or less? Yes? This event is for you!**
This is a paid event and will be deleted from here pls register below
[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1709355240539?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1709355240539?aff=meetup)
For any quereies [Whats App](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=971547174965&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0) \- Sumit [+971547174965](https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=971547174965&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0)
Small Business Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
China Over Lunch: What's the Opportunity, and How Do You Actually Get There?
A relaxed lunch conversation for Dubai people with China somewhere on their mind — business ideas, supply chain, trade fairs, or just genuine curiosity.
Join us for a proper sit-down lunch at **Ming Dynasty** — the restaurant is putting together a tailored menu for the group, which gives us great value and means we can focus on the conversation.
Come with questions. Leave with a clearer picture.
**Some of what we might cover:**
* What China looks like for a first-time business visitor
* Trade fairs, factory visits, supplier meetings — what's realistic
* Why the trip is easier to pull off than most people expect
* What a small-group guided trip could look like, and whether that's something you'd want to do
**Who this is for:** Business owners, entrepreneurs, and curious professionals in Dubai who have China somewhere on their radar. No specific deal needed — just genuine interest.
**Format:** Lunch at Ming Dynasty — set menu provided, 2 hours, capped at 20 people
**What to bring:** Nothing. Just show up hungry and curious. (Price already includes food)
Glamorous Afterwork: Business Social & Mingling
Come for Networking. Stay for the Music 🎶
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Connect with business owners, leaders and industry experts in a friendly and fun environment 🤝🏻
**Join an evening where nobody left behind, stand on side or feels lonely.**
Have a friendly chat while sipping your favorite drink, and still make meaningful business connections.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Dress your best for a fun evening at the best venues in Dubai and get ready to pose for an #instaphoto 📷
**How many people attend?**
We get 100 people on average in all our events and invite our members on Meetup and other platforms.
Members of other groups who RSVP are included as guests to give an idea of expected numbers.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
**Glamorous Afterwork is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (+971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Speed Networking for Business Growth
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
Join us for Speed Business Networking and get matched for quick one to one conversations for accelerated business growth.
**Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more …**
Every round is about 4 minutes long where each talks for 2 minutes introducing yourself, your business and how you can help and exchange contacts or business cards.
Once you hear the bell ring, you move to the next partner for a new round. New partner, new conversation. It’s fast and fun.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
This is the most efficient networking where you get to meet the highest number of business people in the shortest time possible and explore further ways to collaborate.
Continue to speed network with new matches, and build as many authentic connections as you please 🕺
**Important notes:**
* Please plan to reach at least 15 mins early as we start sharp.
* Allocate time for parking, walking to the venue and finding us.
* People arriving late may not be able to join as it messes up the flow and transitions.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
**Business Connect is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Dubai Business Growth Meeting Over Coffee - DOWNTOWN
**Business Growth Over Coffee – by Global Syndicate**
**Dubai’s Most Trusted Weekly Business Networking Meetup**
Every **Saturday evening, from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM**, entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers come together for an evening of **real connections, collaboration, and growth**.
This is not about exchanging piles of business cards or sitting through a sales pitch.
This is about **genuine conversations that lead to partnerships, referrals, and revenue**, all in a relaxed, coffee-table environment.
**Why Attend?**
* **Meaningful Connections** – Meet like-minded entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals.
* **Shared Learning** – Gain clarity from stories, insights, and practical experiences shared every week.
* **Community Spirit** – A family-like atmosphere where members support, encourage, and celebrate each other.
* **Real Outcomes** – Walk away with new collaborations, partnerships, and business opportunities.
**Event Details**
📍 **Venue:** Workspace Downtown, Sheikh Zayed Road
👉 *Just outside Downtown Metro Station, Exit 2 – bang opposite*
🗓 **Every Saturday**
🕡 **6:30 PM – 8:30 PM**
Doors close at 6:45 PM sharp to keep the quality high.
**Contribution:** AED 20 (cash) – includes coffee, cookies & great conversations.
**Important Note**
This is **not for MLM or direct-selling companies**.
Our focus is on genuine entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and service providers who want to build trust and grow real businesses.
**What Makes Us Different?**
* No spam. No hard selling.
* Everyone shares their **Ask** (what they need) and **Offer** (how they can help).
* We celebrate wins, big or small, as a community.
* Over **332+ meetups**, we’ve seen entrepreneurs create partnerships, sign deals, and even launch new ventures together.
**How to Join**
1. Click **Register Now** to secure your spot.
2. Bring your energy, your business cards, and your *Ask & Offer*.
3. Join us for **The Evolution of Trust**
👉 Seats are limited, and doors close at 6:45 PM sharp.
**Register Here:** [https://globalsyndicate.ae/meetup-registration/](https://globalsyndicate.ae/meetup-registration/)
Whatsapp if you have any Query:- [https://wa.me/0525887967](https://wa.me/0525887967)
**Business Growth Over Coffee – by Global Syndicate**
A weekly ritual where entrepreneurs turn **conversations into collaborations**.
Present your own business - Meetup
\***Business Meetup - Present your business and Networking**\*..
* **Present your business - 5-8 Presenter 7min**
* **Networking with everyone - 30min**
* Be on Time and Bring your Business Card
\*Date\*:- \***Every Saturday\***\*
\*Time\*:- \***10.30am to 1pm**\*
\***Location**\*:-
\***AL Barsha**\*
1st floor, 105
Hassanicor building,
Roche Bobbis Showroom Downstair,
\***Near to Mashreq Metro & Mall of Emirate**\*
\***Google Location** - **Map**\*:\***https://goo.gl/maps/p574x1xF2Jkk5on89**\*
\***Register:-**\* it \***by joining whatsup group (Its Free)**
**https://chat.whatsapp.com/ICW4LS2Bh2C2Zt5KK6gqUN**\*
\*Contact Whatsup\*: +971 524982943 (Dushyant) +971 561186716 (Mona)
Curated Business Speed Networking 🚀
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
Join us for Speed Business Networking and get matched for quick one to one conversations for accelerated business growth.
**Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more …**
Every round is about 4 minutes long where each talks for 2 minutes introducing yourself, your business and how you can help and exchange contacts or business cards.
Once you hear the bell ring, you move to the next partner for a new round. New partner, new conversation. It’s fast and fun.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/business-connect-meetup)**
This is the most efficient networking where you get to meet the highest number of business people in the shortest time possible and explore further ways to collaborate.
Continue to speed network with new matches, and build as many authentic connections as you please 🕺
**Important notes:**
* Please plan to reach at least 15 mins early as we start sharp.
* Allocate time for parking, walking to the venue and finding us.
* People arriving late may not be able to join as it messes up the flow and transitions.
**[=== <<< REGISTER NOW >>> ===](https://jo.my/speed-networking-meetup)**
**Business Connect is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Complete your registration HERE](https://jo.my/speed-networking-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Beyond Business: Meet, Mingle, and Grow Together 🚀💫
Come for Networking. Stay for the Music 🎶
It's Not What You Know, It's Who You Know or so they say ... your network matters.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Connect with business owners, leaders and industry experts in a friendly and fun environment 🤝🏻
**Join an evening where nobody left behind, stand on side or feels lonely.**
Have a friendly chat while sipping your favorite drink, and still make meaningful business connections.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
Dress your best for a fun evening at the best venues in Dubai and get ready to pose for an #instaphoto 📷
**How many people attend?**
We get 100 people on average in all our events and invite our members on Meetup and other platforms.
Members of other groups who RSVP are included as guests to give an idea of expected numbers.
Register and get more details!
**[Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile / 971 55 539 4811)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)**
**Network After Work is a great platform, where you can:**
* Grow your network and business.
* Have great conversations and make new friends.
* Meet your next client, partner, vendor, investor, and more.
**Who should attend?**
* Business owners.
* Business Leaders.
* Industry experts.
*PS. Humble excuse from JOB Seekers.*
**Registration**
✅ RSVP on Meetup.
✅ [Join WhatsApp group (Click on Mobile)](https://jo.my/whatsapp-group-meetup)
*Just like any event, slots are limited. RSVP and complete your registration at the earliest.*
Happy Networking 😊
Small Business Events Near You
Connect with your local Small Business community
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!
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.
Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Columbus | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link :
**Reserve**
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-columbus-online-tickets-1988563717610?aff=meetup
**QUESTIONS ?**
Pls Reach out to;
Ridhi - +971504724873 ( WhatsApp Only)
Lewis Center Networking Lunch
Our group focuses on referral marketing and business networking to help each other grow and thrive in the local business community. We have passed over $2.6 million dollars to each other! Bring your business cards, share your story and see your opportunity to gain new business.
Our speaker this week is Jim Wilkin, Keller Williams. Jim has strong communication, negotiation, and market knowledge skills. He is organized, reliable, and dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Jim will let us know the current state of the market and what to expect in the coming months.
All visitors are welcome. Any questions contact [pmarchio@farmersagent.com](mailto:pmarchio@farmersagent.com)
Lewis Center Networking Lunch
Join us for lunch and meet our very successful group. We are each others sales team...always looking for referrals for our members. If you are looking for new clients, let us help you out! Bring your business cards and brochures to share with us.
We have a speaker each week so that we can learn about their business.
Because we have only one member per business, we have many of the spots filled. However, we are specifically looking for an estate attorney, a handyman/electrician, and an event planner. We have referrals for you!
All visitors are welcome. Any questions contact [pmarchio@farmersagent.com](mailto:pmarchio@farmersagent.com)
Drop-In-Person Coaching (In-Person)
Have a small business? Ever wish you could just ask some questions around how to grow your business, get more customers or just know what the freak you are doing with sales?
Now is your chance!! Every month we are hosting the "Ask an Expert" at the Columbus Metro Library, Main campus. I will be there to answer your Sales related questions.
Drop-in for sales coaching designed to help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals sharpen their sales approach. Whether you have questions on how to refine your pitch, are looking to close deals more quickly, or are working on building better client relationships, Smashing Your Sales Goals Coaches are here to help.
Drop-in to get expert insights, actionable strategies and real-time solutions to grow your business and generate higher profits.
Drop-In Sales Coaching is FREE + OPEN to the public. No appointment needed. First come, first served.
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