Small Talk: Business Speed Networking & Game Night Social

About the Event

The Post Oak Collective invites you to our next community-driven business social, built for professionals who want more meaningful and efficient ways to network. Powered by Small Talk Connect and hosted at The Conservatory Galleria, this event blends structured relationship-building, creative collaboration, and high-quality media into one memorable experience.

This is not a typical mixer. It is a curated environment designed to help you meet the right people at the right time, supported by thoughtful programming, structured networking, and professional content capture that elevates your personal brand.

The Experience

Our December 18 event features four interactive zones optimized for connection and discovery.

1. The Networking Zone

A free-flowing space for organic conversations. Whether you work in hospitality, tech, real estate, wellness, finance, events, or creative services, you will find dedicated pockets of industry-specific interaction and plenty of room for cross-pollination.

We will provide curated conversation prompts to help introverted or first-time attendees spark meaningful exchanges quickly.

2. The Speed Networking Zone

A structured series of timed rotations that pair you with aligned contacts based on your goals, background, or industry. Bring your business cards. More importantly, bring your story.

This format guarantees you walk away with several new connections before the night ends.

3. The Connect Four Tournament Zone

A lighthearted competition designed to help people open up, collaborate, and break the ice.

Tournament Prize:

A B2C Creative Power Media Day valued at $3,000, including

• On-location filming at the winner’s business or chosen space

• Professional photos & videos of the winner, their brand, or their products/services

• A short-form storytelling piece highlighting who they are and what they do

• Social distribution support through B2C Creative channels (industry dependent)

Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals wanting to upgrade their brand presence.

4. The Media Collaboration Zone

This zone is dedicated to elevating your digital presence.

You’ll have access to:

• Quick interview-style videos
• Professional mini-photo sessions for LinkedIn, Instagram, and websites
• Creator collaborations
• Real-time content capture for reels and social storytelling

The Small Talk media team will film throughout the night to highlight attendees, partners, and the venue. Everyone receives access to the event recap photo folder after the event.

This is one of the most valuable parts of the night for people aiming to grow their brand or gain visibility inside the Houston community.

Why Attend

• Meet high-quality local professionals from the Galleria and River Oaks area

• Engage in both structured and open networking experiences

• Participate in a friendly tournament with a premium media package prize

• Build brand visibility through curated media collaboration

• Explore business, creative, and partnership opportunities

• Enjoy a unique social experience inside one of Houston’s most flexible event venues

• FREE onsite parking

• Access to 10+ food vendors

Who This Event Is For

• Business professionals wanting deeper, local connections

• Event planners and community builders

• Creatives, marketers, and content creators

• Entrepreneurs and startup founders

• Hospitality leaders, venue operators, and service providers

• Anyone eager to elevate their network, brand visibility, or community involvement

Schedule

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Check-in, Happy Hour cocktails, and open networking

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Speed Networking & Connect Four Tournament

8:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Media Collaboration Zone & After-Networking

Community Commitment

This event is part of a monthly series hosted at The Conservatory Galleria and rotating partner venues across the Post Oak District. Each month introduces new themes, partners, and media activations to grow the community and support local professionals.

Join the Post Oak Collective

If you’re looking to expand your network, collaborate with other leaders, or simply be part of a community that values connection and visibility, this is your next step.

Tickets available now

Early arrival recommended to take full advantage of the experience.