Networking Workshop: Grow Your Influence

Join us on Thursday, May 30 for a dynamic networking workshop designed to give you quick tips and tricks while connecting you with professionals in the Milwaukee area.

Here’s what you can expect from this unique networking event:

• Valuable insights: Hear from a panel of professionals on networking how-tos.
• Meaningful connections: Engage in stimulating conversations with area business professionals through one-on-one and group speed networking activities.
• Fun and engaging atmosphere: Enjoy refreshments while connecting in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
• Professional development opportunities: Visit with UWM’s School of continuing education to learn how you can grow your career.

This workshop will take place at UWM’s School of Continuing Education, located within Third Street Market Hall in downtown Milwaukee (161 W. Wisconsin Ave. #6000, 7th floor). Refreshments start at 4pm, with insights from our panel starting at 4:30pm followed by speed networking activities.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, you won’t want to miss this free event. Space is limited, so RSVP today!

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Meet Our Panelists

Our panel of local professionals wouldn’t be where they are today without their knack for relationship building and drive to shape their community. Here’s who you can expect to hear from.

Lena DeLaet, Director, Sales & Summerfest Tech, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
Lena’s list of skills include corporate fundraising, new business development, partner relationship management and others that require her to have a strong sense of how to create and nourish connections.

Steve Glynn, Chief Milwaukee Officer, Experience Milwaukee
Steve considers himself a podcast wizard, a B2B sales master and a project management pro. Establishing and growing his local network led him to where he is today.

Keri Duce, Chief Government Relations Officer, UWM
Keri’s role is focused on building and cultivating relationships to help UWM advance its interests and needs with influencers and decision makers. Being an effective and confident relationship builder is key to her success.

Panel Moderator – Stephanie Melnick, attorney and CEO of She Stands Tall
Stephanie’s organization, She Stands Tall, LLC, is committed to helping women in business. A big part of this is building a community of business owners, which involves a great deal of networking.

Earn a Free Summerfest Ticket

Before attending our networking workshop, download the LinkedIn app to your mobile device. You can access a QR code through the app that lets you easily connect with other professionals (goodbye, business cards). Learn more about LinkedIn QR Codes.

A LinkedIn QR code is a great networking tool to have whether you join our event or not, but attending our workshop with the app will earn you a free Summerfest ticket. Join us at our networking event for more chances to get your hands on tickets to the world’s largest music festival.

Can’t Make This Event?

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