MIT Enterprise Forum of the Northwest is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization part of a network of 28 worldwide chapters of the MIT Enterprise Forum headquartered in Cambridge, Mass. The MIT Enterprise Forum is managed by Technology Review, an independent media company owned by MIT with a global readership of 2.6 million. An active chapter since 1971, MITEF NW’s mission is to inspire, connect, and educate entrepreneurs in the Puget Sound technology and business community. We cater to the ne …

A community of ambitious and persistent people who pursue our passion and believe we CAN make the world a better place. We create or work for organizations that are seeking solutions to society's most pressing social problems.

Hmmm... keep your job or start a business? You can do both, you know. Since you're here, we can guess a little something about you: someone thought well enough of you to refer you to us, and you are investigating businesses and entrepreneurial options Or... you found us on your own Or... oops! You've come to the wrong place Chances are, you are looking for a change - something different, something additional, something outside of what you currently do for a living or have as a business. …

FAC (Friday Afternoon Club) - Ladies Networking Lunches is a group open to any woman in business who is interested networking and sharing information about her business with other professionals. The group meets the first Friday of each month for a relaxing lunch at a different area restaurant. The group is free to attend and each lady pays for her own lunch check. Make sure to bring business cards or brochures to hand out and be prepared to do a 60-second commercial about yourself. If you h …

Social Impact! Social Media Workgroup seminars and workshops are lectures with hands on engagement. Bring your laptop and spend some time learning new skills and planning your social media strategy. You get the benefit of new information, group brainstorming and an opportunity to ask those burning questions about social media. Our members are entrepreneurs, bloggers, photographers and artists, content creators and social media pros. Our goal is to explore new developments in social media. These …

Seattle Entrepreneurship Club was started by a group of professionals enthusiastic about entrepreneurship in Greater Seattle area in April 2008. Over the years, this group grew to more than 400 members and counting. Seattle Entrepreneurship Club’s mission is to promote the spirit of Entrepreneurship among the Chinese community, provide mutual support among entrepreneurs, help companies in China to explore the global market, help those who are interested in China to explore the Chinese market, an …

Do you want to bring your big ideas to life? If life were a party, what would you like to be invited to? A wedding? The launch of a business? A 6 month trip to Europe? $100.000 raised or earned? This Meetup will provide you with powerful tools to apply to the projects in your life, allowing you to achieve results. It will introduce you to the growing and dynamic world of life coaching, offering the opportunity to explore and take advantage of life coaching. People have a chance to share what …

A community of entrepreneurs, startups, non-profits, and small businesses with a natural affinity for passion and inspiration.

Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The global reach of the Internet has democratized entrepreneurship. Never before has it been so possible for anyone from anywhere,  with  a great idea and a burning drive to succeed,  to make it big in a relatively short period of time. Taking a startup from idea to IPO has taken on mythical proportions.  Many dream the dream, with hopes of launching the "next big thing". We are a community of entrepreneurs, technologists, academics, fin …

Definition of brew: be brewing, to be forming or gathering; be in preparation... Let's throw it all in a pot and see what kind of business and referrals we can cook up for all! Are you looking for Networking Opportunities and Referral Partners? Are you a "Solo-Preneur" or work for a company, and wish you had some like minded pro's you can talk business with? Finally there is a group, and more importantly NOW a place in Downtown Bothell, Our CAFE called: BREW Coffee  Beer Wine, opened in Septembe …

We are an exclusive, professional business referral organization whose purpose is to help you grow your business through referrals. We are looking for local business owners and entrepreneurs.to Network with others, expand your client base and increase sales! We are currently looking for: Realtors,Mortgage Brokers,CPA, Bookkeeper, Commercial Insurance, Interior Design, Printer, Accountant, Promotional Products, Payroll, Travel, Carpet Cleaner, Screen Printer, Business Attorney, Dentist, Florist, …

This is a group dedicated to thought leaders - people who are leading their industries with innovative and commercially smart thinking. It is run by Dr Sean Richardson, a Thought Leaders Mentor - and is part of the global Thought Leaders community, founded by Matt Church www.thoughtleadersglobal.com Thought leaders are people who want to create, share and expand great ideas that make a difference on this planet. In the Thought Leaders community, we encourage and challenge each other to provide …

Join a friendly group of creatives and independents who like to relax after work with a beer or two. Maybe you're a writer, designer or an entrepreneur. Perhaps you run a small business. If you want to share a post work drink with a few likeminded folks, this is for you. We usually meet on Thursdays, and rotate between Redmond, Kirkland and sometime Bellevue, as that's where most folks who have joined so far reside.

Startup Grind is an event series and website designed to help educate, inspire, and connect local entrepreneurs. Each month we welcome an amazing speaker who shares their story with our community and tells us what worked, what didn't, and what they'll do differently next time. It's an amazing opportunity to learn from the best, network with other members of the startup community, and improve your chances of entrepreneurial success. For more information visit www.StartupGrind.com or follow us on …

We are Business owners, Entrepreneurs, Executives, Workers, Artists, Business Professionals, Work at home moms, Visionaries, Daughters, Sisters and so much more.  We are women from all walks of life in different stages in our lives. Who is out there that you can connect with? Who is right in your city that you can have coffee with? Meet to discuss business strategies, listen to success stories, give or get advice or simply be with like-minded individuals who share your energy. Why not turn whine …

Looking for ways to grow your business? Have an idea for a new business? Wondering how to capitalize on social media to get more exposure for your business? These topics and many more are covered in our monthly networking breakfast meetings. On the first Tuesday of every month, local business owners meet in The Bistro at the Chateau at Bothell Landing for a continental breakfast and to watch and listen to our program. The program is provided via video webcast by Fran Tarkenton, former NFL Ha …

ChickChat’s Women’s Networking Soirees bring women together in interesting and inspiring venues to try new products, learn about topics and meet local entrepreneurs and each other; all while sipping delectable cocktails and noshing on great food. ChickChat's other fun social events include: ChickFlicks (themed pre-parties & new movie screening), Spa Soirees and ChickLits (book readings). ChickChat helps women connect with local and international charities dedicated to improving the lives of pe …

This group will be a pilot to discuss leadership and executive skills, and to find mentors and mentees for the group from within the group. The goals are to have fun, and to learn and hone leadership skills to help the women in the group with their careers, and if entrepreneurs are in the group help them with their business success.

Are you ready to Jump Start your business?  If so, join us weekly to empower yourself & others in the group. We are a group of motivated entrepreneurs and professionals who make our own fortunes. This is a place where we can meet, discuss topics, network, share referrals, and support each other as we grow our businesses. There are no entry restrictions by profession or trade, but some of the professional areas are already aptly covered. (I.e., real estate, loan originator, financial advising, et …

Those who would fit great in this group are lovers of art, writing and music.  Feel free to post your creative focused meetup or event here.  Long distance happenings are welcome too.  Explore and expand your creativity! This group is great for: the creative curious, people who don't consider themselves artistic but want to be creative, entrepreneurs, professional artists growing their creative edges, people considering a change to a creative career and hobby groups. www.facebook.com/NWNDllc I f …

We're food makers, beer brewers, entrepreneurs, and artisans. We meet periodically to share ideas, seek advice, and learn what others are doing in Seattle's food startup community.

Do you want to be a part of the next Rooster Teeth or Revision3 right here in Seattle? Well, so do we. Seattle does not yet have that online multimedia prescence, and instead of just focusing on Videogames, or tech, we want to encompass all the things we love. Comics, movies, anime, videogames, boardgames, books, etc. Co-founders R Jay & Nick are currently growing thier fan base and youtube channel but it's going slow and they need to kick it into high gear. If you are interested in videogames, …

Dedicated to Growing the profession of Salons/Spas/Wellness Clinics. We will have informative presentations. Networking Events and More! Organizer Amy Wiebeck Sip & Socialize | Networking Events Owner Acupuncture & Massage Recovery Center (206) 898-2199

Follow TheProven Way to Success in Real Estate There is a success formula in real estate and it's this: Success = Skillset + Mindset +Community. This unique group provides all 3 elements for success - while delivering the best of both worlds: national training with local expertise and networking in a single location! FREE World-Class Skillset & Mindset Training Access FREE webinar training from the nation's best real estate trainers while networking LIVE with the best real entrepreneurs, investo …

Hey Ladies! Making friends in a new place can be difficult.  Whether you're new to the area or not, join us to meet other women looking to get out of the house, have fun, and form new friendships.  Join us for coffee, movies, dining out, cooking, shopping, networking, brunch, dancing, ladies night out/in, and much more! This association is comprised of active female members who range in age for the mutual consideration of social and networking activities east of Lake Washington.  As the saying …

This group is for pet business people to network, meet other pet professionals in the area, share, share announcements and pet industry info/events at our meetings, create a referral base, receive & give help, as well as generate new ideas that help us build and grow their buinesses.

Greetings... I am excited about keeping this group growing and I hope we can continue to work together to create a dynamic group of business people from all walks of life who are interested in expanding their businesses and helping the other group members expand theirs as well.  We will showcase at least one  business person at each meeting who will talk about their business and how they market it, as well as their successes and failures (if they wish) and allow members of this group to spend a …

Helping "Quality" businesses attract "Quality" clients. We meet every Wednesday from 10:45am to 12pm at Indo Cafe in Northgate. We are an open and friendly group that gets business done! Visitors are welcome to attend twice before making a decision if this is the right group for you. We do allow only one person per category so please check to see if your category is already full. If you have any questions please visit or contact one of the organizers. Antjuan Davis ~ LegalSheild ~ Legal Service …