Having run the monthly networking events and socials for the Toronto Entrepreneurs & Startups Facebook group for over a year now, it was time to expand and offer this to the greater community!

Join our event to meet other GTA business owners and entrepreneurs. Make new connections, grow your network, and create new opportunities.

• Are you an entrepreneur, aspiring entrepreneur, intrigued by entrepreneurship, working on a project within your organization, looking to network with movers and shakers, or do your simply have a great idea but you are not sure what to do with it?

If this sounds like you - then you should definitely come join us for this event!

Format:

This event will feature a welcome and 30 sec intros from each attendee at the start, and then we do speed networking for about 45 minutes and the rest of the time will be open mingle time.

We will have breakouts that allow 2-6 attendees (depending how many attendees we have on the day of) to gather and have conversation.

You don't want to be late and miss your chance to do your intro or miss hearing the other intros - this will help you figure out who you want to connect with further.

Watch this quick video to see what our virtual & in-person events were like in 2021:

Why Speed Networking

We believe strongly in the power of networking and building relationships. It is one of the best ways to reach new people, build trusting relationships, and a lasting business. Speed Networking allows you to meet a lot of people in a short period of time and then decide who you want to follow up / connect more with afterwards.

FAQ’s:

Who should join? You should join if you answer yes to 1 or more of these questions!

• Do you want to expand your network/circle?
• Are you looking for more business connections?
• Are you looking for more customers / leads?
• Do you want to connect with like-minded individuals?
• Have you missed networking & developing new relationships?
• Would you like the opportunity to meet new people and build more meaningful relationships?
• Do you want to pitch your business to an engaged audience?

So this event is in person?

• Update on Jan 3 - With the new COVID restrictions announced, starting Wed Jan 5 - indoor dining is closed and therefore this event is moving ONLINE - we have hosted many virtual networking sessions in the past
• Update as of Feb 10- we found a venue and we will do this IN PERSON at Rivoli!

What do I need?

• Apparel -smart casual - this is your personal brand so what you think is best/appropriate to meet other professionals
• Your smile, positive attitude, and eagerness to network
• Have your elevator pitch/intro handy
• Proof of COVID vaccination and photo ID (if the event moves in-person)

Pricing:

The cost is for the event organization and hosting.

Drop in rate will be $15 females / $20 males.

There are NO refunds if you cannot make this event.

Why is there a cap on attendance?

For the best experience and a chance to connect with everyone - we need to make this a more intimate group setting. Please do not sign up and take up a spot if you don't think you'll make it.

Andrea Lo - Event Host; Founder of Toronto Dating Hub

Andrea is a BIPOC entrepreneur. She is the founder, host and dating coach of Toronto Dating Hub, which was featured on CBC News, Toronto Star and Flow 93.5. She is the VP, Alumni & Student Engagement of the UTSC Management Alumni Association, as well as the co-organizer of the Toronto Entrepreneurs & Startups (TES) Facebook group (with over 8,000 members). Andrea organizes & hosts 4-5 events per month.