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Speed networking

Speed … we all seem to be trying to achieve something faster and more efficiently. For the busy single person hoping to meet a potential companion, there’s the phenomenon of speed dating. And for the diligent business person looking to make new business contacts, there’s speed networking.

Connections Marketplace is a networking event with an accelerated twist. Participants will make more contacts in one short morning than they ever thought was possible at a networking event.

“Connections Marketplace brings people together in a professional but casual fashion,” noted Pat Creed, membership programs manager. “It’s a quick, easy way to get your name out there.”

How it works

At Connections Marketplace you’ll be seated at tables of eight. Each participant will have one minute to talk about her/his products and services. After everyone has had a turn, participants have two minutes for networking. At the end of a 10-minute round, everyone will rotate to a new table to talk with a new group of people. Bring a minimum of 75 business cards to exchange and display on the share table (a table for your business cards, brochures, product samples, etc.)

The next Connections Marketplace will be held July 10 from 7:30-9:15 a.m. at the Springmaid Beach Conference Center. Participants receive a breakfast buffet, along with at least 30 new contacts, for $15. Contact Creed at (843) 916-7225 or Pat.Creed@VisitMyrtleBeach.com, to learn more.