SmallBizFriday: Global Virtual Networking & Growth Summit for Small Ventures - New York
Don't miss smallbizfriday global discussions in New York on 15 Aug 2025, 4 PM EDT. Connect with professionals!
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Virtual / Online Event Only, New York, NY, 10001
Virtual / Online Event Only New York, NY 10001About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
Join the SmallBizFriday Global Virtual Networking & Growth Summit! Connect, learn, and grow alongside fellow entrepreneurs, freelancers, and service providers in our vibrant online community. This monthly event is designed to foster collaboration and provide support for small businesses worldwide. Whether you're launching a startup, seeking funding, or looking to scale your existing business, this is the place to be.
Watch our explainer video to learn more! https://youtu.be/5QMzP_KUe-g
What to Expect: This unmoderated, self-managed event provides a wealth of opportunities for networking and learning. We offer several dedicated channels to facilitate interaction and collaboration, including:
- General: The go-to space for introductions, announcements, and general conversations. Find others with shared interests!
- Networking: Showcase your projects, portfolios, startups, or job aspirations. Share quick video intros or demo sessions.
- Intros: Introduce yourself, share your background and connect with others. Share personal stories, career journeys, or fun facts!
- Help Wanted: Offer your skills and help others. This can include coding, design, marketing, writing, and more.
- Industry Room Tech: Discuss the latest trends, tools, and technologies in the tech industry.
Connect with other attendees through text and 1-on-1 video chats. This event is designed to provide an interactive and engaging experience for everyone. We'll be holding these events monthly on the third Friday of each month, starting at 4pm – 6pm in your local time zone.
Who should attend? This event is perfect for small business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, service providers, and anyone looking to connect with like-minded individuals and expand their professional network. We welcome participants from all industries and experience levels.
Join us at: https://events.tao.ai/pod/smallventures.org/g7c9uoodyc9h
Questions or suggestions? Please drop us a note at: https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support
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###a5974abaFrequently asked questions
To participate, you need to RSVP through https://events.tao.ai/pod/events/smallbusinessfriday-networking-learning-growing-together-smallventures-06j4y9ksupohl6j?city=NewYork. Once registered and you have completed your settings, you can join the event directly from the same platform. There are no separate Zoom or external links provided.
Events are designed to adjust to your local timezone. Please refer to the event description for details. Unless specified otherwise, the event time reflects your local region.
Expect a self-managed, interactive experience where participants connect, share, and network with professionals across industries. There is 1:1 networking, chats and video. There may not be a formal agenda, so it's encouraged to actively engage, introduce yourself, and aim to build meaningful connections.
As these events are community-driven and open to all professionals, the list of attending recruiters and companies can vary. The platform encourages participation from hiring managers, recruiters, job seekers, and professionals seeking growth opportunities. Specific attendees are often not disclosed in advance, so we recommend engaging actively to discover new connections.
If the event isn't showing as live at the expected time, please: Check your profile settings to ensure your location and timezone are correctly set. This information determines when the event appears as live for you. When viewing events tab in the menu, you can see the time as per the settings. Ensure it matches with your local time.
If you encounter delays, please wait a few minutes and try again. Sometimes high traffic can cause temporary slowness. For persistent technical issues, use the support link on the right side of the event page or email info@noworkerleftbehind.org for assistance.
If the platform feature isn't responsive, you're welcome to start a Google Meet and share the link with your network or fellow attendees to continue conversations independently.
The primary goal is career growth, job networking, and professional development. While events may have varied themes, the focus is always on fostering valuable connections and opportunities.
For any feedback or technical problems, please use the support link on the right side of the event page or feedback button in the footer of the website.
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