The core of the Jewish Business League is to provide a stimulating and rewarding environment that improves our members' success in business and the community. This success is achieved by fusing business acumen with civic engagement which are both hallmarks of Jewish businesspeople throughout the State of Connecticut. The JBL is not a networking or leads-passing group.

I was looking for a place to meet like minded women and was tired of the early am and late pm networking meetings. I am all for getting the most out of the day but was trying to avoid getting a sitter for a networking event. I also wanted to have a way to meet women who had skills that I might not have or that had ideas that worked in building a new business. I have been pleased with the turnout, the great advice, the resources and the business that has been done within the group. Way to go La …

This group is to help small businesses, entrepreneurs and those who want to start a business, get together to exchange creative ideas, resources, referrals and network amongst each other. My goal is that through my experiences as an entrepreneur both the negative and positive is to share this information amonst each other and teach others and move forward and become more successful.

Are you a business owner or work for someone located in Harlem Valley, Western Connecticut, Southern Dutchess County or Putnam County?   If so this group is for you.  Our goal is simple.  To help like minded businesses owners and employees develop new relationships as well as build on existing ones for the purpose of getting new business.  All are welcome! With this group we are going to try something different.  We are going to do "Business Networking with a Purpose".  In other words, we are no …

We are a group of local, independent, self-employed small business people meeting to share our expertise, knowledge and experience in a non-competitive setting … for the benefit of all. We’re each working to grow and improve our business, and we each have our strengths and weaknesses, so here’s the opportunity to share experiences, offer suggestions or advice and hear from knowledgeable business people in interactive discussions, to reach the next level. Collaborative brain picking -The whole …

New Normal networking is for folks who are survivors, who have been there and done that and still have something to offer. For anyone who feels that they have talent and experience, they may have been down sized or scratched off the a list.. But guess what? We are still here and we are not ready to go away quietly. We want to work and we want to play, what is wrong with wanting more? Lets find out how to survive and thrive together in this ever changing world we live and work in.

The Bourse Coworking Loft - A beautiful downtown New Haven space for: Social innovation, startup cultivation, idea exploration, and creative collaboration. A uniquely inviting working environment. Come join us and try our space for free!

MindTechPreneur offers classes in two of the most important aspects of small business development. One is the entrepreneurial Mind-Set and the other is knowledge and use of up to date Internet Technology. One without the other lowers your business success rate significantly and not having either of the two sets you up for failure. If there is any emotional debris running interference with your Mind-Set you will not achieve the success you are looking for. The Mind-Preneur Process has been helpi …

Our Purpose is to hold meetups at our TV studio where we will be filming the BizBuild TV small business talk show. As a meetup/ audience participant you will have access to the professional network or experts we have on the show just as if it was a meetup held at a conference room.  The show will have sponsors that donate the latest in small business technology, advertising, and other business related products which will be shared as give-a-ways to our meetup audience. In addition, the audience …

This is a group intended for anyone who works for or owns a company that delivers their products/services to other businesses. The goal is to meet business people and learn about them and what they do, and thus hopefully help each other (either directly or via referral). However, this group is not targeted for people looking to sell solutions intended solely for individuals. I have seen many networking groups with people looking to sell each other their services (i.e. financial planning, cosmeti …

Come and network with friends to expand your business. A casual networking event with no commitments, no pressure...just an opportunity to meet other business people, exchange ideas, and have some fun.

We are group of moms working, from home and/or outside of the home, to build our businesses. When we take time to attend networking events, we take time away from our children...NO MORE! While we talk business, exchange ideas, leads, encouragement, build friendships and all of the things a typical networking group would share, our children will enjoy playing together in a safe environment, by our sides! While this group is forming, the details remain flexible, including days, times, frequency, a …

Going beyond traditional networking, let’s collaborate, share resources, build skills and create ways to better support each other as Entrepreneurs, Community Leaders, Creatives, Consultants, Practitioners, Angel Investors, Creatives, Change Agents and Visionaries. •For the idealists that know it can be done even better, together… •For the road weary in need of some inspiration and practical support… •For the visionaries and dreamers that have a great idea but aren’t sure how to implement it… …

Looking to get a breath of fresh air, some exercise, and network with fun and interesting people? We're looking to hike in the West Hartford area on a regular basis and discuss business, upcoming social events - anything to get us moving and talking!

If you interested in connecting with others in the Central CT area and have a sincere interest in helping other people, then please join us.  Looking to expand your networking contacts? We are a powerful group of individuals with diverse skills, expertise and experience. We invite business men and women of all ages and backgrounds to join us in meaningful business conversations. We are a collaborative Thinktank/Mastermind/Roundtable group. We  engage in collaborative efforts and support one anot …

FINE provides the opportunity for business owners, independent professionals, entrepreneurs and those in transition to meet new people, make business connections and to hear and discuss topics of current interest. FINE was formed in 1993 by a small group of people who left the corporate world and wanted a place to network and provide support to each other as they ventured out in the world of entrepreneurship. Attendees come from towns and cities throughout Fairfield County, CT, including Westpor …

'Big Data' is here to stay and Hartford is the Insurance Capital of the World - if you can see the connection between the two then this group is for you. Get your ideas off the ground! This group is for software entrepreneurs who are interested in launching or growing their startup company. Our events are about the best entrepreneurial practices and business networking that will benefit your venture. These include customer development, business planning, lean startup methodology, marketing and f …

Calling all Small Business / Entrepreneur / Home Business owners!! Whether you have your own business or are thinking about starting your own business, we want to hear from you. Let's all meet and share ideas, thoughts, experiences and give encouragement to each other. There is strength in numbers. I started this group because most groups for small business groups seem to be referrals based only. Let's pick each others brains and maybe have something to eat and drink as well. I look forward to m …

Axis901 – Start Us Up! Axis901, the newest coworking space in the Hartford area, is starting up. We have the space, technology, amenities, location and affordable pricing. Now we need entrepreneurs, innovators, artists, designers, marketers, telecommuters, and anyone else with a desire to collaborate and willingness to be part of a creative, energetic scene. Axis901 – Where We Are Axis901 is on the second floor of 901-903 Main Street in the core of Manchester’s historic downtown. Our first floor …

This group was created to foster growth for all of its members through networking, shared knowledge, support and community. It is open to all people in the Greater New Haven Area who want to grow professionally.

Looking to start your own charity or non-profit organization? Volunteer or work for a non-profit and looking to meet new people in the field? The Pioneer Valley Non-Profit Network brings together volunteers, board members, and non-profit professionals in an open and supportive atmosphere to share about their work, experiences, and challenges in the Valley. Join us to meet new and friendly people supporting each other to enhance the quality of life in the Pioneer Valley. Please note that attendan …

For 11 years the Innovators Resource Network has been supporting innovators, inventors and entrepreneurs from Hampden, Hampshire, Berkshire and Franklin Counties and northern Connecticut who have ideas for a product - and who want to learn how to move its development through to the marketplace. The Innovators' Resource Network (IRN) has guest speakers the first Wednesday of October, December, February, April, June and August.

To make a Hartford MakerSpace ( http://makerfaire.com/ or http://makezine.com/ )  a HackerSpace ( http://hackerspaces.org ). Also - ArtSpace , CraftSpace, CodeSpace, some Co-WorkingSpace and some perhaps - StartupSpace. A workshop, meeting place, shared space to make, to learn, and to Co-Operate. Lets get out of our garages, studios, meetups at bars, and temporary spaces. A permanent place to share a drill press ( instead of each of us having separate tools and space) and much more. We want to f …

Referral Partners is a business networking group dedicated to growing each other's businesses through the exchange of relevant information and business referrals. Each week, we come together to get to know each other and the businesses we're growing for the purpose of helping each other achieve greater levels of success. We are a BNI Chapter and to become part of the weekly group, you have to apply and be inducted. We are each responsible to each other to help grow our businesses and the chapter …

Friday morning business networking. Partners in Prosperity is the largest Business Networking International (BNI) chapter in Western MA with 37+ members. One seat per profession. Visit for free or join to lock out your competition.

This group is about helping entrpreneurs gets micro-funded for their startup venture. Pitch your ideas to angel investors who can fund your business and take it to the next level. Interested in becoming an Angel Investor? Seed Bucks Angels is not limited to the affluent and elite. We will help you get started in angel investing with as little as $5,000. Regular folks are welcome too!

Greater Hartford Co-Working is a group for entrepreneurs, consultants, freelancers, and other self-employed professionals who are interested in coming together to network, share ideas, successes and connections to build a community. We will hold Meetups on a regular basis, host entrepreneurial workshops, and find ways we can work together (not only in terms of bringing business to one another, but also literally work together in a co-working space in the near future).

Calling all Fairfield County natives who love are someway involved in the music industry. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to expand his or her music company, a writer for a music-based blog or magazine, or an artist searching to make local industry connections, this is the group for you! Please join us Wednesday evenings at Yo Bamba in South Norwalk! We can discuss industry trends, technology advents, or whatever you'd like over coffee and yogurt! We can even have an artist expo where our …