Business Networking BASH & Expo 2!

Feb 24 Wed 5:30 PM
Location

84 West Park Place
Stamford, CT 06901
203.973.0300

Estimated attendance
 162  people attended.
4.50 4.5019 (19 ratings)

Who organized?
Bob Tonne and Harrison Tonne

After a very successful kick-off event for 2010 we are bringing back the Bash, this time having different vendors, more people and more great activities! We really want to create the Best Networking Group CT has ever seen. I heard of so many great connections that were made at our last event that it would be wrong of us not to get everyone together again. Also, like ourselves I am sure you did not get to meet 100% of the people that attended.

Another way to grow our event and membership is by letting other businesses know about it. That's where YOU come in. For every person you bring to the event, you are entered into a drawing for an American Express Cash Card worth $100.

Also at this event, Harrison Tonne will be presenting a Social Media Marketing Seminar downstairs in a breakout room for all those who are still having some problems or are lost with their Facebook, Linkedin or Twitter accounts.

Why should YOU be there?
1.) It's FREE!!
2.) There will be between 100 to 200 business owners, entrepreneurs and business professionals attending to network with. Let us know who you want to connect with.
3.) FREE FOOD
4.) HALF Price Drinks!
5.) To Support our featured non-profit organization St. Luke's Lifeworks of Stamford, CT. St. Luke’s LifeWorks is a non-profit organization providing learning opportunities, housing and support services to people overcoming homelessness in lower Fairfield County. Please check out their WishList at St. Lukes Lifeworks and bring something to the Bash 2 that can make a difference in some one else's life.

Exhibition tables are available for this event. Cost $100, last event we sold out of tables so it is first come first serve. Please contact Harrison at [masked].


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  • A. Michelle I. Martin
    Posted Feb 26, 2010 11:39 AM
    Thanks for editing me out. LOL
  • John  Piro
    Posted Feb 26, 2010 11:08 AM
    This video says it all... http://BudUrl.com/Networkin...
  • John Schiaroli
    Posted Feb 26, 2010 10:53 AM
    Another great event. As always it's nice to quickly catch up with those I know, but ultimately talk to those I don't. Maybe I am old fashioned but I like put myself out there and enter a session of discovery with someone. For me it doesn't matter what industry you're in, but rather the potential to build a professional relationship. Looking for a one time slam dunk is not what I'm after. Long term professional relationships to enjoy mutual benefit forever is more my thing. See you all soon!
  • Linda Deane
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 4:40 PM
    The open space made it easier to get around to more people. I met Tara Alemany and found out that I've got lots to learn about social media marketing. She and Harrison are doing a seminar in early March! Be there!
  • Tara Alemany
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 4:15 PM
    I definitely like the roll call idea, but perhaps it should be sometime after the first half hour, since some people arrive late...
  • Kelly Ann Carpentier
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 3:50 PM
    Tom, I think that's a great idea. I was hoping to do the same thing.
  • Carol Piro
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 3:44 PM
    I really like the idea of identifying your industry - which could simply be written on your name tag. Great event guys - thanks for organizing!
  • ROBIN HORTON
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 1:44 PM
    I love Tom Duffy's idea about the roll call. Might be hard to do with such a large group--but passing the mike to everyone might also inspire more meaningful connections.
  • tom duffy
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 12:38 PM
    great event great thing to do would be a roll call in the beginning so everyone can say what they do and what a good referral would be and could i get a list of people so i can follow up i could not speak to everyone
  • Gregory Cox
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 12:34 PM
    That's a really interesting idea... I want to be RED!
  • Deb R
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 11:59 AM
    Great Event guys! One addition you may want to consider moving forward with is something I recently saw at another networking event..... In addition to the name tag, each person put a COLORED STICKER on their tag to represent their industry- Red- Sales/Marketing Green - IT Yellow -Finance ETC Just a thought. May help everyone manage their time better.
  • Charles
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 11:51 AM
    Bob and Harrison, great event. Too bad I had to leave quickly and didn't get an opportunity toi meet more of the great people that attended. Charles http://www.sigmanetworks.co...
  • Sal Tofano
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 11:19 AM
    Hi All, I am very sorry I could not make the event as I was detained in NY at a client meet and conf with our California office. I am glad everyone had a terrific time and look forward to the next session! all the best, Sal Tofano
  • Kelly Ann Carpentier
    Posted Feb 25, 2010 12:16 AM
    I had a great time at this event and met more interesting people. However, I do have to agree with the comment about the food. I wouldn't necessarily say aweful, but I think that better selections could've been made. Every time I leave a Networking CT event, I'm excited for the next one. I'm sorry I couldn't chat with everyone.
  • John Boyd
    Posted Feb 24, 2010 11:31 PM
    I had a great time. Enjoyed learning tips from Latoya about how to get a 5 year old to bed early, meeting other CT taxpayors concerned about Hartford and networking with others. And great location. If anyone is interested in networking between these meetups, check out www.meetingwave.com and click "how it works" on homepage. Mobile versions should be launched next month for iphone, BB and android. See you next month. Regards, John
  • Gregory Cox
    Posted Feb 24, 2010 11:05 PM
    Excellent time, y'all! That was a lot of fun and a great group to hang out and talk shop with. Harrison, video is forthcoming! Gregory, www.thinkaroundcorners.biz
  • Business Networking BASH & Expo 2! happened on February 24, 2010 5:30 PM
  • A. Michelle I. Martin
    Posted Feb 9, 2010 9:58 PM
    This is an AWESOME event! So spread the word! Cant wait to see everyone! The last one was awesome, this one should be even better. Awesomer? ::::scratches head::::
  • leon fangnigbe
    Posted Feb 9, 2010 9:20 PM
    Feb 24,2010 will be my first contact with this really active group Networking CT. www.MLFsolutions.com | www.TaxMamba.com
  • Harrison Tonne
    Posted Feb 3, 2010 5:59 PM
    Organizer
    We are going to double last month's event, which means we are on our way to having the biggest numbers CT Networking has ever seen. I can't wait to see everyone!

Who attended?

  • 162 attendees
    •  I had a great time and met some very interesting people. This is a very good group and I think the potential for business referrals for everyone is very high. Looking forward to the next event. 
    • Tasha Mayberry (+4 guests)
       The venue was amazing, did not try the food, but liked that you could order sushi and most importantly, I made some great business contacts once again! 
    • Charles (+2 guests)
       Great event, lots of attendants and dorry I couldn't meet everyone. Charles Ambrosecchia http://www.sigman... 
    • Alla Serikova (+1 guest)
       It's growing! 
    • Jeffrey Schreider (+1 guest)
       Harrison ran a great event. It was social and worth attending. 
    • Paul Broderick (+1 guest)
       Great Meeting at a great venue. Sorry I missed Harrison's presentation. American Express is proud to be a sponsor and to donate the Gift Cards for the raffle. 
    •  Nice job! 
    • Tara Alemany (+1 guest)
       I truly appreciate your taking the time to organize this event, Harrison and Bob! I met a lot of great people, and was very encouraged by the connections I made, some of whom I've been in touch with again already. Harrison's presentation on Social Media downstairs was great, and I met a lot of people that I can easily see connecting with again. So, well done and thank you! 
    • ROBIN HORTON (+1 guest)
       Bob and Harrison did a fantastic job of organizing--great venue and wonderful social media presentation by Harrison--created a lot of synergy and connection within the group. Breaking it into a smaller group downstairs was key for me. Well done, look forward to future meetings and to Harrison's workshops. 
    •  This was my first bash with Networking CT and I had a great time meeting everyone. Thanks for putting this together. 
    • Janet Hansen (+1 guest)
       I made a few good viable contacts although the elongated layout was cramped and made it difficult for me as well as my guest to move about in order to network. I know this was not intended to be dinner but the spread was absolutely aweful. If this location were to be used again I would suggest different appetizers and to put food at each end so that the long narrow bar area is not cluttered and we can do what we came for - networking. 
    •  Good turnout. I was hoping to see more booths. All in all a very good event 
    •  The meetup has grown since the very first two events, and the quality of people to network with has also improved. I will definitely attend the next bash. 
    • Jack Jason (+1 guest)
       I had the opportunity to introduce myself to business people that I would not meet through other means. I thought the meetup was well attended and look forward to the next one. 
    • Jay (+1 guest)
       Good idea and good coordinating effort, but need a venue more conducive to business mingling. 
    • Peter Flierl (+1 guest)
       It was a marvelous venue, very unusual interior design, warm and inviting from the moment one steps in. Keep up the good work. This was a productive evening. 
    •  I thought the meeting was a success. Although the food wasn't great I was coming for the networking and not the food. However, I think it be easier to talk to people if the music was turned down. It's nice to have music but when its too loud its hard to have a conversation with people. 
    • Rocky S. Progano (+1 guest)
    • Mitch Beck (+3 guests)
    • Peter Farrell (+1 guest)
    • tom duffy (+2 guests)
    • Linda Deane (+1 guest)
    • Meg
    • Joseph McBride (+1 guest)
    • A. Michelle I. Martin (+2 guests)
    • Carol Piro (+2 guests)
    • Matt Scofield (+1 guest)

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