2011 Past Events

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Upcoming January Events

January 24th-31st

FEATURED NETWORKING EVENT
01-24, Monday @ 5:30-8:30pm | WEventSource and Kreate Brand & Business Development present their ‘January CONNECT Networking Social’ at Brix
Sponsored by: Email Synergy and TrenDesigns
Location: Brix Wine Cafe @ Juanita Village
Address: 9749 NE 119th Way, Kirkland 98034
Registration & Info link
About: These socials are every month and produce a nice mix of business professionals, small business owners and decision makers from the Eastside and Seattle. Each event is held at a top notch location, revolving month to month, and typically there are some great door prizes offered. Expect to meet a great new power partner and kreate some great new relationships!
Average attendance: 50-70+

01-25, Tuesday @ 6:00-9:00pm | Social Media Club of Seattle presents ‘Party with a Purpose’
Location: Banyan Branch
Address: 2030 1st Ave, 3rd Floor, Seattle 98121
Website & Info link
Note: TOP NOTCH speakers and topics! Expect to be blown away by their content and expect to make very smart contacts. Every events sells out so register early. These are awesome! Social Media Club Seattle is served by an amazing volunteer group of professionals.
Average size: 150-200+

01-26, Weds @ 5:00-8:00pm | Eastside Business Association presents ‘Multi-Organizational Networking Event’ with Eastside Entrepreneurs
Location: Laughs Comedy Spot
Address: 12099 124th Ave, Kirkland 98034
Website & Info link
Note: This is a quarterly event that draws many entrepreneurs and small business owners from the greater eastside and northend. Happy hour pricing on drinks and appetizers while enjoying open conversations and a short comedy show in the middle.
Average size: 125-150+

01-27, Thurs @ 5:30-7:30pm | Young Professionals Network ‘Networking Social’ (YPN) presented by Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Location: The Pike Brewing Company
Address: 1415 1st Ave, Seattle, 98101
Registration & Info link
Note: YPN is the premier young professionals group in Seattle, providing professional development and networking opportunities for emerging leaders, ages 21-39. Always lots of new, on-the-move young professionals, great energy!
Average attendance: 125-200+

FEATURED NETWORKING EVENT
01-27, Thurs @ 6:00-9:00pm | Eastside Networking Event presented by Fresh Consulting and Vertical Move, by Andrew Vest
Location: Rock Bottom, Bellevue Galleria
Address: 550 106th Ave NE, Ste. 103, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: These events have grown considerably in size and feature a great mix of intelligent people making things happen. Expect to network a ton with new and interesting people!
Average size: 150-200+ (over 300 in Dec!)

01-28, Friday @ 7:30-9:30am | Seattle Chamber of Commerce presents the ‘Toast of Seattle’ Networking Round-table event
Location: Salty’s on Alki Beach, West Seattle
Address: 1936 Harbor Avenue SW, Seattle 98126
Registration & Info link
Note: This event will fill up so register early as seating is limited. Expect to connect with a variety of local business managers and leaders. You won’t want to miss these!
Average size: 75-100, great networking!

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FEBRUARY EVENTS click here to view

Events are organized by date and soon will be offered on a separate website and searcheable by a variety of criteria including time of day, city, location, type of event, key words, and more!

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Events will be posted for the following organizations

Seattle Chamber of Commerce
American Marketing Association (Seattle Chapter)
Association of Fundraising Professionals (Wa Chapter)
Bellevue Chamber of Commerce
Chat With Women
CRAVE Seattle
Eastside Business Association
Eastside Networking Event
Eastside Women in Business
Executive Women International (EWI)
eWomen Accelerated Networking Luncheon
Girl Power Hour
Improv-able Results professional workshops
Institute of Management Consultants USA
Kirkland Chamber of Commerce
Kreate Media & Productions
Ladies Who Launch
Linked: Seattle
Northwest Entrepreneur Network
Professional Women of Color Network
Redmond Chamber of Commerce
Savvy WordPress
Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Shoreline Chamber of Commerce
Small Business Success Story
Social Media Club-Seattle
Social Media Breakfast
South County Chamber of Commerce
Tech Café
Washington Technology Industry Association
Women’s Business Exchange
Women Business Owners (WBO)
Young Female Entrepreneurs
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
*Only ‘feature’ events are posted for each organization. CLICK links if interested in learning more about a particular organization or group. For some events the link will take you directly to a registration page, for others will just take you to their website.

PAST EVENTS

January 3rd-9th

01-05, Weds @ 7:00-9:00am | Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Pacific Northwest present ‘Interim Executives Panel’ Breakfast featuring Robert King, Tim O’Brien, Janis Machala and Marty Heimbigner
Location: Maggiano’s Little Italy
Address: 10455 NE 8th Ave, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: These events are targeting mid- to senior-level consultants that enjoy quality education and networking with similar types. Many people in the room have held senior level positions (i.e. Directors, CxO’s, etc).
Average attendance: 30-50

01-05, Weds @ 12:30-2:30pm | Eastside Women in Business (EWIB) Monthly Luncheon Meeting
Location: Purple Cafe and Wine Bar
Address: 430 106th Ave NE, Bellevue, 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: This event features a delicious lunch, friendly networking, and a brief presentation or interactive exercise focused on enhancing professional growth and success
Average attendance: 30-40

01-06, Thurs @ 7:00-9:00pm | ‘Career Paths at Microsoft and the High Tech Industry’ with Chris Capossela, Senior VP, Information Worker Product Management Group at Microsoft
Location: Streum Jewish Community Center (JCC)
Address: 3801 East Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040
Registration & Info link
Note: Chris will be talking about career paths at Microsoft and in the high tech industry, how he built a successful career and succeeded in corporate America. Refreshments will be served.

01-07, Friday @ 7:30-9:00am | Redmond Chamber of Commerce Friday Morning Networking
Location: Fairwinds Redmond
Address: 9988 Avondale Rd NE, Redmond 98052
Registration & Info link
Average attendance: 25-35

01-07, Friday @ 7:45-9:30am | Northwest Entrepreneur Network (NWEN) presents ‘Breakfast Buzz’: So You Have an Idea, Now What?
Location: Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI)
Address: 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle, 98112
Registration & Info Link
Note: This is primarily a tech industry event, however open to non-members and their speakers are A-plus! Some of the best I’ve seen locally.
Average size: 75-100+

January 10th-16th

01-10, Mon @ 5:00-6:30pm | Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) presents their ‘Martini Mondays’ bi-monthly networking & educational event
Location: The Solo Bar
Address: 200 Roy Street, Seattle, 98109
Registration & Info link
Note: The AFP Washington is your local brand to the largest organization of professional fundraisers in the world. This month will feature a conversation with local nonprofit communications expert Erica Mills of Claxon.

01-11, Tues @ 7:00-9:00am | Bellevue Chamber of Commerce presents their ‘Business Builder Breakfast’
Location: The Harbor Club
Address: 777 108th Ave NE, 25th Floor, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: Parking is validated for 2.5 hours in the Bellevue Corporate Garage only, located at NE 6th Street on 110th Avenue NE

01-11, Tues @ 7:30-9:00am | ‘Small Business Success Story’ Networking Event (Kirkland) hosted by Sergey Dunayev
Location: Simplicity Decor
Address: 126 Park Lane, Kirkland 98033
Registration & Info link
Note: These events have grown due to the efforts of Sergey Dunayev. This month: Grow Your Business With Podcasting Presented by Michael Surkan, “Podcasting and Networking Evangelist”
Average size: Intimate, 10-20

FEATURED WORKSHOP
01-11, Tues @ 9:30am-12:30pm | Kreate Brand & Business Development workshop with Julian Michael: ‘Using Facebook, Location-based Apps & Mobile Campaign Strategy for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs’
Location: Studio C Event Center
Address: 13256 NE 20th St., Suite #7, Bellevue, WA
Registration & Info link
Note: These workshops are highly interactive and all about taking ‘action’ in your business strategy and practices. Each event is hands-on and attendees are encouraged to bring their laptops to apply their learnings on-site. These are monthly and will feature new topics.
Average size: 10-15

01-11, Tues @ 5:30-7:30pm | Eastside Business Association (EBA) presents their January ‘Prime Time Business Networking Social‘
Location: Signature Cabinets’ Showroom
Address: 14625 NE 20th St., Bellevue 98007
Registration & Info link
Note: This is a solid group that draws a consistent attendance and the location changes each month to a different business’ location. Hosted by Mario Morales.
Average attendance: 55-70

FEATURED KEYNOTE EVENT
01-12, Weds @ 11:30-1:30pm | American Marketing Association (AMA) presents ‘Beyond Fans and Followers: Measuring Social Media Impact’ featuring Sean O’Driscoll, CEO of Ant’s Eye View
Location: Washington Athletic Club
Address: 6th and University, Downtown Seattle
Registration & Info link
Note: Sean will most importantly share how to transition from “activity” metrics (fans and followers) to “impact measures” such as satisfaction and loyalty.

01-12, Weds @ 11:30-1:00pm | Simply Placed presents ‘We’ve Gotta Stop Meeting Like This’ by Debbie Rosemont
Location: Shoreline Community Center
Address: 18560 1st Ave NE, Shoreline 98155
Registration & Info link
Note: If you’re looking to get organized, Debbie is one of the people that can help with this. She has been hosting events targeting business professionals and decision makers that need better efficiency in their life and offices. She hosts 2-3 events per month and is a great resource. These workshops are typically limited in attendance to maximize 1-on-1 interaction and clear conception.

01-12, Weds @ 7:00-9:00pm | Eastside ‘LincUp!’ presented by Ladies Who Launch
Location: ThinkSpace, Redmond
Address: 8201 164th Ave NE, Ste 200, Redmond 98052
Registration & Info link
Note: This is presented by ‘Ladies Who Launch’, which is the first new media company to provide resources and connections for women entrepreneurs. Women are launching businesses at twice the rate of men, and they are doing it primarily for lifestyle reasons-they want more freedom, flexibility, and creativity in their lives.

FEATURED WORKSHOP
01-13, Thurs @ 10:00am-12:30pm | Savvy WordPress workshop with Bob Dunn: ‘What is WordPress and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?’
Location: Mosaic Den
Address: 4401 2nd Ave NE
Registration & Info link
Note: Bob is recognized as an expert at all things WordPress locally and has spoken and taught at a variety of events in-state and nationally. He has been hosting events on this subject for about two years. Also, RSVP or register early as his events fill to capacity nearly every time!
Average size: 25-30

01-14, Friday @ 7:00-9:00am | South County Chamber of Commerce presents ‘Good Morning Snohomish County!’ Joint Networking Breakfast
Location: Lynnwood Convention Center
Address: 3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood 98036
Registration & Info link
Note: The premier networking event in Snohomish County, held in conjunction with the Everett Area Chamber of Commerce, this is Chamber networking at its best!
Average attendance: 85-100+

01-14, Friday @ 6:30-9:00pm | Improv-able Results with Sandy Bjorgen workshop: ‘Impromptu: Speaking without a Script’
Location: Foundation House
Address: 11301 3rd Ave NE, Seattle, 98125
Registration & Info link
Note: Sandy provides applied ‘improv’ training and coaching for business professionals to accelerate their learning and level of expertise. Sandy’s workshops are very interactive, keep you on the edge of your seat and offer value training for those who need to step up their communications a couple notches!
Class size: Intimate, 5-10

January 17th-23rd

01-18, Tues @ 7:30-9:00am | ‘Small Business Success Story’ Networking Event (Bellevue) hosted by Sergey Dunayev
Location: The Choice Gallery
Address: 823 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 203/204, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: These events have grown due to the efforts of Sergey Dunayev. This month: “Three Rules For Building Your Business” Presented by James Potter, Kauri Investments, Ltd., Chairman
Average size: 15-25

01-18, Tues @ 4:00-6:00pm | Puget Sound Business Journal (PBSJ) presents ‘BizMix’ with Gene Juarez Salon & Spa and Purple Cafe & Wine Bar
Location: Gene Juarez Salon & Spa, Bellevue Galleria
Address: 550 106th Ave NE, Suite 105, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: These events are a great mix of solid business owners and professionals from throughout the greater Seattle and Bellevue areas and usually are very well produced. Come to these looking to make a great power partner, not looking to sell.
Average size: 100-150+

FEATURED KEYNOTE ADDRESS
01-19, Weds @ 12:00-1:30pm | Bellevue Chamber of Commerce presents ‘Business Lunch: Featuring Ryan Wuerch, CEO of Motricity‘
Location: Hilton Bellevue
Address: 300 112th Ave SE, Bellevue 98004
Registration & Info link
Note: Keynote Speaker Ryan Wuerch, CEO and founder of Motricity, will be sharing about how the company is providing mobile data services and solutions to global carriers such as AT&T, Sprint and Verizon
Average size: 45-65

01-19, Weds @ 5:00-8:00pm | Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA)  Kickoff 2011 Networking Event
Location: Lake Union Cafe
Address: 3119 Eastlake Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98102
Registration & Info link
Note: Registration includes one drink ticket and the opportunity to indulge in a full appetizer buffet

FEATURED TECH NETWORKING EVENT
01-19, Weds @ 5:30-7:30pm | Northwest Entrepreneur Network (NWEN) presents ‘Pub Night: Speed Pitching’ Monthly Networking Event
Location: Spitfire Grill (Belltown)
Address: 2219 4th Ave, Seattle 98121
Registration & Info link
Note: Very lively group, lots of smart people at this event. Pitching refers to people pitching their concept in a 3min format with honest feedback.
Average size: 75-125+

01-20, Thurs @ 11:15am-1:45pm | The eWomen Network Accelerated Luncheon featuring speaker Jen Mueller of Talk Sporty to Me
Location: Maggiano’s Little Italy, Bellevue
Address: 10455 NE 8th St, Bellevue, 98004
Register here or contact julian.michael@thekreatenetwork.com for a personal invitation
Note: Great group with high energy that has hosted over 100+ at almost every event for over 4 years. Expect to make several new connections and be inspired!
Average size: 100-125+, 90% women

FEATURED PRESENTATION EVENT
01-20, Thurs @ 4:30-6:00pm | Tech Cafe presented by Josh Maher
Location: Appature, Inc.
Address: 720 3rd Ave, Ste. 2300, Seattle 98104
Registration & Info link (coming soon)
Note: TechCafe is twice a month event for tech companies young and old to talk about what they are doing. The events consist of some of the brightest devs, designers, PMs, entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers getting together at a local tech company during lunch or happy hour to network and have a discussion about current trends or demo of new products and companies.
Average attendance: 50-75+

FEATURED NETWORKING EVENT
01-20, Thurs @ 5:30-8:30pm | ‘Linked: Seattle’ Business Network presents their Super Networking Event
Location: The KingCat Theater
Address: 2130 6th Avenue, Seattle 98121
Registration & Info link
About: This is your opportunity to get together with other members of the 21,000 strong Linked:Seattle community, and get to know one another. Tell people about your businesses or experiences as a Seattle area professional. Please don’t delay to RSVP, and make sure your friends and colleagues know to register their attendance too.
Average attendance: 500+

01-20, Thurs @ 6:00-9:00pm | Girl Power Hour presents ’2011 Kick-Off: Glambition: Celebrating. Inspiring. Women. Jan topic: What Are You Waiting For? Start Now! with Jen Mueller
Location: PNK Ultra Lounge, Pacific Place
Address: 600 Pine Street, Seattle 98101
Registration & Info link
Note: Glambition is all about celebrating and featuring the fabulous women who inspire us, finding the confidence to achieve the things in life that we want and finding our inner glam along the way.
Average attendance: 150-200+

01-21, Friday @ 11:30-1:00pm | Institute of Management Consultants (IMC) Pacific Northwest presents their ‘January Roundtable Meeting’ featuring ‘Leveraging LinkedIn’
Location: Mercer Island Community Center
Address: 9611 SE 36th Street, Mercer Island
Note: Professional management consultants interested in actively growing their business and sharing pragmatic answers to issues that affect us all. Bring a lunch, come prepared to network, share and learn. You do not need to be an IMC member to attend. Bring a fellow consultant and be prepared to participate in this dynamic discussion. You will leave with ideas you can implement that day!
Average size: 10-15