3…2…1…It’s the New Year!! Start 2017 off right by achieving your networking resolutions before January ends! In the latest YNPN Boston Networking with a Twist Event, building meaningful relationships is as easy as 3, 2, 1:

3: Meet [at least] three new people
2: Introduce two people to each other
1: Schedule one follow-up meeting, coffee, or call with a new connection
Bonus challenge: Take a selfie with other attendees and post it to social media to participate in our #npsquadgoals challenge.

Light refreshments will be available. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. This is a free event, but small donations are encouraged to help us put on more free events like this! Nearest MBTA subway stops: Hynes Convention Center or Copley on the Green line. The event will be held on the second floor of Lir, and is not wheelchair accessible.

The YNPN Boston Networking with a Twist series offers an opportunity to socialize with young nonprofit professionals and make meaningful connections in an inclusive, low-pressure setting. Each networking event in this series offers a “twist” to help squelch the awkwardness and spark comfortable conversation.

Free Hot Chocolate on National Cocoa Day

Wednesday, Dec. 13 is National Cocoa Day and Fairmont Copley Plaza will celebrate with its Back Bay neighbor, L.A. Burdick Chocolates by serving complimentary Burdick hot chocolate from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the hotel’s Dartmouth Street entrance. The artisan chocolatier, famous for its European-inspired chocolate bonbons, hot chocolates and pastries, will have warm cups of its Dark Drinking Chocolate (robust & full-bodied) and Milk Drinking Chocolate (gentler yet still decadent & luscious) to brighten the morning for passersby, while supplies last. L.A. Burdick’s hot cocoa – named one of the “11 must-try hot chocolates around the U.S”. by Zagat – will be served snow or shine to mark this fun food holiday and spread holiday cheer to the neighborhood. It will certainly be a welcome surprise after Boston’s first snowfall this past weekend!

Join SERV for a Breakfast and Panel Discussion 

We’re excited to announce our seventh seminar in a series of speaker and networking events for private events managers! Join us on February 28th at Grill 23 for breakfast and a discussion. The focus of this discussion will be on local urban development, upcoming conventions, future corporate neighbors, overall trends to expect and how this will affect our events industry as we know it.

PANEL SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Jeffrey Gates-Partner, The Aquitaine Group: Aquitaine, Gaslight, Metropolis, Cinquecento
• Chris Coombs-Chef / Owner, Boston Urban Hospitality: Deuxave | Boston Chops | dbar
• Bob Luz-President & CEO, Massachusetts Restaurant Association
• Lisa Deveney-Director of Convention Services, Greater Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Rosemarie Sansone-President & CEO, The Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID)

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking

9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion

10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A

SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is anorganization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues.Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Join Bauer Wine and Spirits for the Art of Pairing

On Saturday, April 28, Bauer Wine and Spirits will be hosting the Art of Pairing from 4:30-6:30 P.M.

 Art is all around us, it just depends on what inspires you. What makes your mouth water on a cold bomb cyclone day in Boston might not be appealing at all on a hot July Sunday on the Cape. Just as weather impacts your appreciation of a meal, your choice of beverage can take a meal from good to great, or even from great to extraordinary. The Art of Pairing is an educational piece where you can learn the key to a successful meal–the passport for a beautiful harmonious marriage between food and drink. We will be serving Tenure Peach Fizz with smokey pulled pork sliders, Garden Punch- a Rosemary Rhubarb Lemonade, with cornbread, and a Coldbrew martini served with Pecan Pie!

For more information about Bauer Wine and Spirits, please click here.

SERV is excited to announce their next seminar in a series of speaker and networking events for private events managers

Join them on June 27th at Tuscan Kitchen for breakfast and a discussion. The focus of this panel will be on social media; how restaurants can promote event spaces through their social media channels and working with influencers.

PANEL SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Kimberley Ring-Founder, Ring Communications
• Hannah Huke-Director of Marketing, the Briar Group
• Emily Hagen-Content Manager, Eastern Standard, Row 34, Island Creek Oyster Bar, The Hawthorne, Les Sablons, Branch Line
• Tenzin Samdo-Beverage Director & Partner- Artscience Culture Lab & Café and
  Founder: @bostonmixdrink
• Tiffany Lopinsky-Food Blogger and Founder: @bostonfoodies

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking

9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion

10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A

This event is open to the public and seating will be limited. Please purchase tickets as soon as possible.

SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is anorganization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues.Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Lisa Flores, Founder & President

Kelly Fay, Vice President of Programs

Maura Lacy, Vice President of Communications

Kerry Lynch, Vice President of Membership

Courtney McCabe, Treasurer

Joseph Bittner, Vice President of New Membership

Nicole Lazcano, Vice President of Sponsorship

#SERVboston

www.servsociety.com

You never get a second chance at a first impression.

First impressions are most important when building your network, whether it is at a business networking event or online via social media channels such as Linkedin.

Linkedin is still king when it comes to professional networking and there have been some amazing changes to the platform to encourage collaboration and engagement. A potential connection first impression of you is your Linkedin Profile, so it is essential that you dedicate time to assure you have a Linkedin Profile that stands out.

Jeffrey DeSocio, Owner/Principal of AIMC Business Solutions, will be the guest speaker and will provide a great overview of the “How to Score a Rocking Linkedin Profile” including some key tips to have an All-Star Profile.

The event will take place on Monday, April 29th from 6:30pm – 8pm, at the Microsoft Store in the Prudential Center in Boston right before the upcoming Small Business Expo in Boston.

The event is a combination of networking and presentation. Here is the agenda:

• 6:30pm-7:00pm: Introductions and Networking – Get your professional headshot.
• 7:05pm-7:45pm: How to Score a Rocking Linkedin Profile
• 7:45pm-8:30pm: More Networking and Some Homework & Networking

This event is being run by AIMC Business Solutions, Mass Professional Networking & The Microsoft Store. 

Join SERV Boston for their next quarterly educational seminar, in a series of speaker and networking events for private event managers.

This event will begin with breakfast followed by a panel discussion focusing on the topic Boss Lady: Influence, Innovate, and Inspire…Fearlessly. Then our panelists will share their experiences on “how they got here,” through their hardships, determination, leadership, and passion.

The venue and breakfast are graciously being donated by Mistral.

PANEL SPEAKERS:

Tzurit Or, Founder, Tatte Bakery & Café
Chef Lydia Shire, Chef & Co-Owner, Scampo
Marlo Fogelman, Principal, Marlo Marketing

MODERATOR:

Leigh Harrington, Managing Editor, Exhale Lifestyle

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking
9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion
10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A

SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is an organization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues. Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Lisa Flores, Founder & President
Kelly Fay, Vice President of Programs
Maura Lacy, Vice President of Communications
Kerry Lynch, Vice President of Membership
Courtney McCabe, Treasurer
Nicole Lazcano, Vice President of Sponsorship

#SERVboston

www.servsociety.com

The Bristol at the Four Seasons Hotel Boston is hosting a chic tequila dinner with Clase Azul.

Enjoy a six-course meal as Clase Azul ambassador Cris Colle pours tastes of the entire Clase Azul portfolio.

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Join the Microsoft Store and Jeffrey DeSocio, Owner/Principal of AIMC Business Solutions for Business Networking 101.

Business Networking is the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business or the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions. Easy enough, but networking at an event can be a daunting task, but it should be a rewarding experience that help build your confidence and utimately your personal brand.

Jeffrey DeSocio, Owner/Principal of AIMC Business Solutions and founder of Mass Professional Networking, will be the guest speaker and will provide a great overview of the “How to Network At An Event and Build Your Brand.” 

The event is a combination of networking and short presentation.

This free event is being run by AIMC Business Solutions/ Mass Professional Networking. Registration is strong encouraged, as tickets are limited.