💎 See You At Startup Week? (Issue #5)

Happy Monday Morning,  

A warm welcome to the 24 new folks who have joined us since last Monday! Every week, we share business + networking events around town so you know where to go to network and grow.

And this week, Downtown looks like the place to be at Startup Week. I for one am very excited and hoping to make each day.

Will I see you there? If you’d like to exchange hello’s in person, reply to this email so we can find some time to meet.

Either way, hope you have a great time connecting at Startup Week or any one of the myriad of events & meets we’ll be sharing today.

Speaking of, let’s get to it!

📆 BUSINESS EVENTS

September Education Seminar

🎤 Heart of Centerville
🗓️ Mon, Sep 9: 5 - 8 pm
📍 Station House, Centerville
💲 $10
🔗 Learn More

Join us tonight to learn about the state/local resources available to your small business and get ideas about how to manage the money you make. Explore the business expo and network from 5 - 6, then hear from speakers from the City of Centerville and Columbus' SBA Office.

After the talks, join round-table discussions led by local experts on strategy, finance, and investing. An evening full of valuable insights to help your business thrive and fuel your drive.

Startup Week

🎤 Launch Dayton
🗓️ Tue, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 12: 9 am - 5 pm
📍 The Hub, Dayton
💲 Free
🔗 Register

After much anticipation, Startup Week is finally here and starts tomorrow! Come on out to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and professionals at this 3-day community-driven conference.

Get inspired through impactful talks + workshops and learn how to take your business to the next level. After you register, you can see the schedule, find what talks to attend and other attendees to connect with.

Not sure which day(s) you can make? Don’t sweat it. Registration will be open throughout. So if your week opens up, you can sign up and come on out!

Breakfast Briefing

🎤 Dayton Chamber
🗓️ Fri, Sep 13: 7:45 - 9:15 am
📍 NCR Country Club, Kettering
💲 Member: $35 | Non-Member: $50
🔗 Register

Start your Friday with Kroger's Cincinnati/Dayton Division President, Ann Reed. She'll discuss Kroger's $84 million investment in local store remodels, and its impact on the Miami Valley. A great opportunity to network and learn from one of the largest retailers in the country, let alone our community.

AFRL Digital Transformation Update

🎤 Technology First
🗓️ Tue, Sep 17: 8:30 - 10 am
📍 Business Solutions Center, Dayton
💲 Member: Free | Non-Member: $10
🔗 Register

Learn how the Air Force Research Lab's digital transformation is coming along, and what it means for business in Miami Valley. This is a great opportunity to connect and stay up to date with one of the biggest innovation partners in the area.

Diced In Dayton

🎤 Miami Valley Meals
🗓️ Tue, Sep 17: 6 pm
📍 Top of the Market, Dayton
💲 General: $75 | VIP: $150
🔗 Register

Watch 12 local chefs compete to craft unique dishes from mystery ingredient. Sample and vote for your favorite creations, with one chef crowned champion by night's end.

A cool way to connect with other professionals and support Miami Valley Meals' mission to feed the hungry. General tickets include 8 tastings, while VIP tickets offer early entry, all 12 tastings, and 2 drinks.

Workplace DEI Forum

🎤 Dayton Chamber
🗓️ Wed, Sep 25: 8 am - 1 pm
📍 Sinclair Conference Center, Dayton
💲 Member: $75 | Non-Member: $95
🔗 Register

Gain insights from industry leaders and advocates on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. This forum offers actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and a panel discussion with DEI experts. Connect with like-minded professionals to share ideas and collaborate on future DEI initiatives.

Better Together Breakfast

🎤 Diabetes Dayton
🗓️ Thu, Sep 26: 7:30 - 9 am
📍 NCR Country Club, Kettering
💲 Free
🔗 Register

Learn how Diabetes Dayton has been helping those living with diabetes in the Miami Valley for the last 50 years at their first community breakfast. Network from 7:30 - 8, then sit back and hear how you can help them continue making an impact.

DDD Grand Opening

🎤 Dayton Diaper Depot
🗓️ Sat, Sep 28: 10 am - 1 pm
📍 2175 Leiter Rd, Miamisburg
💲 Free
🔗 Learn More

Celebrate the opening of Dayton Diaper Depot’s new headquarters with breakfast bites and coffee! Connect with fellow supporters and learn how you can help further their mission to build a better future from the bottom up. Bring a friend or colleague to support this important cause and amazing organization.

Exit With Purpose

🎤 Dayton Metro Library
🗓️ Tue, Oct 1: 4 - 5 pm
📍 Miami Township Branch
💲 Free
🔗 Register

Thinking about exiting your business? This talk will give you the practical guidance you need to start planning your exit strategy. Learn what your options are, how to plan, and what pitfalls to avoid. Limited seats are available, so don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to make your succession a success!

Read Between The Wines

🎤 Junior League of Dayton
🗓️ Tue, Oct 15: 6 - 9 pm
📍 PNC Arts Annex, Dayton
💲 Single: $50
🔗 Register

Enjoy an evening of trivia, wine flights, and a silent auction featuring local experiences and bourbon basket prizes. This fundraiser supports the Junior League's mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

🤝 MEETINGS

Moraine Lunch

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Tue, Sep 10: 12 - 1 pm
📍 Chiapas Mexican Grill, Moraine
🔗 Learn More

Join H7’s Moraine chapter for a quick bite and lasting connections.

Bellbrook Meeting

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Wed, Sep 11: 8:30 - 9:30 am
📍 Chick-fil-A (Cornerstone), Centerville
🔗 Learn More

Kickstart your morning with Bellbrook's H7 chapter. Sip coffee and build connections.

Evolve’s Monthly Meeting

🎤 Evolve Women’s Network
🗓️ Wed, Sep 11: 9 - 10:30 am
📍 Prime Time Party Rental, Dayton
🔗 RSVP

Join a group of entrepreneurial women who connect personally and professionally. Experience their community with no cliques and no judgment.

Huber Heights Happy Hour

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Wed, Sep 11: 4 - 5 pm
📍 Alematic Artisan Ales, Huber Heights
🔗 Learn More

Open up a tab and close out your day networking with H7’s Huber Heights chapter.

Beavercreek Coffee With Champions

🎤 Beavercreek Chamber
🗓️ Thu, Sep 12: 8 - 9 am
📍 Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce
🔗 Learn More

An open weekly leadership workshop built to help you grow your business and be a force for good in your community.

Kettering Meeting

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Thu, Sep 12: 8 - 9 am
📍 Christ Church United Methodist, Kettering
🔗 Learn More

Always happy to have new visitors, join H7’s Kettering chapter to sip coffee and start conversations.

Shout Out Lunch

🎤 South Metro Chamber
🗓️ Thu, Sep 12: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
📍 Station House, Centerville
🔗 Register

Share a bit and build relationships with the Centerville and Washington Township business community at this monthly lunch. Attendance is free, but space is limited. Secure your spot by registering today.

Riverside Lunch

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Thu, Sep 12: 12 - 1 pm
📍 Cedarland Bakery, Dayton
🔗 Learn More

Join H7’s Riverside chapter for a quick bite and lasting connections.

Springboro Happy Hour

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Thu, Sep 12: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
📍 The Barrel, Springboro
🔗 Learn More

Wrap up your work day with H7's Springboro chapter by grabbing a drink with your peers.

HOCWT Coffee

🎤 Heart of Centerville
🗓️ Fri, Sep 13: 8 - 9:30 am
📍 Station House, Centerville
🔗 Learn More

Start your Friday with the Heart (of which we're proud members). After networking, our meetings start at 8:30 am with quick intros then updates until 9:15 am. Leaving the last 15 for announcements. A great group with warm and welcoming folks.

Coffee N Connection

🎤 WiBN
🗓️ Fri, Sep 13: 8:15 - 9:15 am
📍 Community Room, Springboro Municipal Building
🔗 Learn More

Connect over coffee and discuss a hot topic tailored to women in business at this monthly WiBN gathering in Springboro.

Miamisburg Meeting

🎤 H7 Dayton
🗓️ Fri, Sep 13: 8:30 - 9:30 am
📍 Performance Wraps, Miamisburg
🔗 Learn More

Meet new folks and make deeper connections at Miamisburg’s H7 chapter.

Networking Coffee

🎤 South Metro Chamber
🗓️ Mon, Sep 16: 8 - 9 am
📍 Washington Twp RecPlex
🔗 Learn More

Start your week right by connecting with Centerville and Washington Township’s business community at this monthly coffee.

Bourbon Development Meetup

🎤 Bourbon Development
🗓️ Wed, Sep 18: 4:30 - 7:30 pm
📍 Dayton Barrel Works, Dayton
🔗 RSVP

Unwind after work with local professionals at this monthly meetup for folks who love the brown water. Sip bourbon, build relationships, and be part of the community.

Business and Brews Meetup

🎤 Dayton Business and Brews
🗓️ Wed, Sep 18: 6 - 8 pm
📍 Southern Ohio Brewing, Beavercreek
🔗 Learn More

Connect with local professionals at this relaxed networking event — no hard-selling, just building relationships over a brew. Bring your business cards and make meaningful connections.

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 — Max