Sorry this didn't make it out on Monday as usual - I've been to so many events of late it's taken a while to write them all up. Enjoy and good networking!
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SoCal Networking Event Organizations
Name: MixXedin Professional Network
Review: Tiffany Bradshaw is the affable host of these events, who takes a individual interest in those at her events. When you arrive, she leads each new attendee to a few others and introduces them, and continues to connect people throughout the event. As a whole the attendees are diverse in their fields and some of the friendliest I have encountered. Her last event I attended in December was also well attended, with approximately 60-something people. For this event she gave an approximately 15 minute speach on Business Development (her expertise) along with a two-sided overview sheet on the same material; she included examples directly from the attendees she knew. After that she passed the mic so everyone could give their 60 second commercial/elevator pitch; the first few people found it awkward but soon, due to the friendly and interested crowd, it was going smoothly and confidently. I even saw one person who was trying to dodge the path of mic finally relent and spoke comfortably. Once we knew each other the general networking that happened next was direct and eager. I was surprised by the number of small business owners, entreprenuers and managers/executives. Plus there was a few recruiters. Recommended!
Updated 12/7/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: Criterion Resources, Events
Sites: http://www.criterionresources.com/, Events at EventBrite, Events
Self-description: "Out of work? Looking for employment during the harsh economical climate? Come attend a Criterion Resources seminar, a half-day event held quarterly.
Obtain helpful advice on networking, interviewing and other job-related issues. Learn from a rotating panel of speakers, such as human resources managers and company employers, with expertise on hiring, recruitment and staying financially stable during unemployment. Meet other like-minded professionals and share your own job-seeking experiences. Educate yourself on emerging technology to improve your job search, effectively market your skill set, and find the right job."
Frequency/Location: A couple times a year / Criterion Resources, Inc., 21900 Burbank Blvd., 3rd Floor Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Cost: Varies
Review: I attended their joint evening networking event with Pink Slip Mixers on 12/8 which was attended by about two dozen people, and included light food and soft drinks. Earlier that day they held a "Job Seeker Seminar & Fundraiser for Penny Lane Centers". I was told it was quite good as they had a number of speakers on different topics. They had a raffle. Attire was business casual and up.
Added 12/14/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: Jobnob
Sites: http://www.jobnob.com/, JobNob Events, twitter.com/jobnob, facebook.com/pages/Jobnob/65795966468
Self-description: "Jobnob was founded to empower employees with real information about jobs and companies. The internet helps you find great bargains and the best restaurants, but offers nothing about the best place to work or where to earn the most money. Our mission at Jobnob is to answer the burning questions we all have about jobs."
"Jobseekers need work. Startups are cash strapped. Mingle and find a solution
Come "Jobnob" with cool new start ups and talented job seekers at our informal networking happy hours where you can find startup jobs. Be flexible on commitment and compensation- bootstrapped startups may be offering *alternative compensation: reduced rates, equity, internships, part time, etc. Get in on the ground floor with these great startups and meet cool tech companies!"
Frequency/Location: About monthly / Various US cities
Cost: Free for jobseekers. Pitching Startups may by charged.
Review: Jobnob isn't just an events, it's an online community where you can "Search for companies, jobs/projects or people". I attended last week's event in LA in conjunction with Docstoc (also in my list). This was their first in LA but have organized eight in SF. The venue was what I like to call "standing-still room only" packed! Upon arriving you received a name tag and four pages of companies in attendance, with a description of their projects and the skills they are looking for. The evening started with some general networking, and no-host bar, but hosted appetizers. Alan did a quick run through of how the evening would proceed, and offered a legal disclaimer on "alternative compensation". "20 companies will have 1 minute to present their projects." About 80 companies all together had small banners placed around the room where their representatives would be available. The pitches varied from polished to irreverent. Compensation was mostly equity to the point when one mentioned a real salary, a strong murmur was heard across the room. Primarily they were looking for developers/programers/software engineers. Because of the venue and crowdedness, sometimes the pitches were tough to hear even through they had a PA system, and I couldn't see them from my vantage. After the pitches, groups formed around the company's representatives, plus general networking.
The crowd was mostly professional, mostly in their mid to late 30's, and predominantly male. Attire varied from jeans and a t-shirt to suits, although business attire was most prevalent. Unfortunately, the skill set that the Startups were looking for didn't match that of attendees (mostly managers/executives, business development, sales, markeing, etc. - in other words, not sufficiently technical). I heard one Startup remark he would pay ten times as much for a room full of developers.
I spoke with both the founders, Julie and Alan, who were both very friendly. They plan to have more of these, and find a different venue. I asked Julie about the large stack of uncollected pre-printed name tags; she said because it was free, they expected about half of those RSVPing not to show up, although they did get a number of walk-ins. Recommended.
Added 12/14/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: #140Conf: The State of Now
Sites: meetup.com/140conf, Oganizer: twitter.com/jeffpulver, jeffpulver.com
Self-description: "An opportunity to discuss the emerging Real-Time Internet and the effects on business. A monthly gathering for friends of #140conf to get together and discuss issues of the day."
Frequency/Location: Monthly / Cities across US and Worldwide
Cost: Free?
Review: Recommended. It's only fitting I use my tweet:
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: Moodtyme Events
Sites: moodtyme.com/moodtymeevents
Self-description: "Welcome to MoodTyme Events, the exclusive, invite-only, special events division of the MoodTyme Corporation.
MoodTyme Events was formed in 2009 with a mission: To bring together global professionals, creators, business owners, executives, community leaders and more to create new businesses, expand their global connections, produce fresh ideas, innovative concepts, and develop new and better strategies for the life of all people.
We believe in the power of inclusion, connecting individuals and giving everyone an opportunity to be a part of something much larger than themselves. With our VIP Power Networking Events and strategic powerhouse networking partners, our goal is to ignite and stir up the abundance of genius within our attendees, allowing them to share their gifts, talents, and genius with others to create the world and life they desire. There are no limits to the power of bringing people together. As a VIP courtesy perk, attendees have the option of being included on our VIP Power Connect List, which is used to connect you with other attendees from our power networking events around the world who fit some of the same criteria that you desire to connect with. What other networking event does that? Unfortunately, we don't know of any.
We also give back to those local communities where we host events, through portions of proceeds from our events and through collecting a non-perishable food item from attendees (though not mandatory for attendance) to help feed the needy at local and international food banks. It is amazing how we can help rid the world of hunger and starvation just by showing up. So why not network, attend the most powerful events on the planet, making new contacts, creating new business, and expanding your brand which is you, while making a difference.
This is why we say...ALL NETWORKING EVENTS ARE NOT CREATED EQUAL.
Maximize Your Networking! Expand Your Influence! Change The World!"
Frequency/Location: Multiple times a month / Around the world
Cost: Varies
Review: They categorize each event as one or more types: "VIP POWER NETWORKING EVENT" (VPNE), "PRE-GRAMMY POWER NIGHT" (PGPN), "THE LIST" (TL), plus four others that are "Coming Soon"
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: Shades of Business
Sites: http://www.shadesofbusiness.com/, facebook.com/group.php?gid=86953289872
Self-description: "The purpose of this organization is to provide you with high-caliber events where you can network with a diverse group of professionals and entrepreneurs, expand your existing business, and learn about new opportunities on the horizon. In addition to networking events, Shades of Business offers you access to a variety of professional development seminars and workshops."
Frequency/Location: Unknown / "We currently have events in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties and spreading fast!"
Cost: Free?
Review: None
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: New Media Vault
Sites: twitter.com/newmediavault, http://www.tubefilter.tv/newmediavault/
Self-description: "The New Media Vault is the East Side’s first New Media Networking Event. Held monthly in Downtown Los Angeles at The Crocker Club, the Vault is a chance to mingle and mix with others from the worlds of TV, Film, New Media, Tech, Advertising and Venture Finance, and to make new acquaintances and catch up with old connections. The New Media Vault provides networking opportunities in a comfortable, low-key and casual environment, and brings new media into the historic core of Downtown Los Angeles." "The New Media Vault is presented by Tubefilter, LA Mixers and Stella Entertainment"
Frequency/Location: Monthly / Crocker Club, 453 S Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
Cost: Free
Review: "Please carefully note the dress code." I also have entries for Tubefilter and LA Mixers.
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: Bruin Professionals (BP)
Sites: http://www.bruinprofessionals.com/
Self-description: "The mission of Bruin Professionals (‘BP’) is to assemble a diverse group of UCLA Alumni who are well established in a profession or business and are willing to make a commitment to attend BP meetings. BP Members will have the opportunity through an organized format to develop relationships and expand their business activities by sharing referrals, resources, information, ideas and advice. BP will develop Bruin synergy and establish a venue through which Professional Alumni can become actively associated with UCLA and promote new business leads."
Frequency/Location: Monthly across seven SoCal Chapters: Downtown LA, Orange County, San Diego, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, South Bay, Westwood
Cost: Varies
Review: A colleauge of mine is a member and recommends it.
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Name: ProVisors
Sites: http://www.provisors.com/
Self-description: "Our Mission Statement
ProVisors is a community of professionals who serve their clients as trusted advisors and share the highest standards of integrity, performance and accountability. ProVisors promotes and enables relationship building, information sharing and collaboration among its members for the benefit of their clients and one another.
Our History
ProVisors, founded in 1988 as Professionals Network Group, Inc. (PNG), was established to provide a community for professionals who believe success flows from a commitment to high ethical standards, devotion to the best interests of clients, and sharing resources and knowledge with fellow senior professionals. Two decades later, ProVisors is the community of choice for over 1,300 of Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and San Francisco's preeminent professionals. ProVisors was incorporated in 1991."
Our Meetings
ProVisors operates more than 55 groups consisting of 25 - 40 members each in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego and San Francisco, California. Each group holds a monthly meeting from 7:30am to 9:00am. The meetings enable members to develop deep relationships with one another, address specific client needs and share information, strategies, business opportunities, resources, and contacts.
Members with specific needs or skill sets may participate in ProVisors Affinity Groups as a benefit of membership. Throughout the year, ProVisors also offers special events, such as educational forums, social, cultural and networking events for its members and their guests."
Frequency/Location: Monthly / Numerous clubs in California
Cost: "For 2007, annual membership dues are $1200"
Review: A colleauge of mine is a member and recommends it.
Added 12/16/09 by Todd Zebert
Networking & Social Media Job Search Webinars, Teleconferences and Podcasts
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SoCal Educational Networking & Job Search Organizations
No updates this week, but did you see Bruin Professionals (BP) above?.
Other & Indirect Job Networking Opportunities
- Professional Associations, Groups, Societies & Events.
- Online Professional "Social" Networking & Branding.
- Find (and Create) Tweetups at: tweetvite.com, twtvite.com, findtweetups.com, and tweetup.meetup.com. Or try a custom Twitter Search such as http://search.twitter.com/search?q=+tweetup+near:%22Los%20Angeles,%20CA%22+within:25mi (modify it for your particulars).
- Outplacement Firms.
- YOUR Previous Job - Alumni "groups".
- More Social Ideas - Network Everywhere.
- Volunteer - Network while doing "good".
- Other - keep your mind open.
- happn.in Find Twittered events and topics by locale by following (and taging): twitter.com/happn_in_la, twitter.com/happn_in_oc, and twitter.com/happn_in_sd
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