Monthly Virtual Small Bizness Networking Happy Hour

Y. Lowe Signature Events of Central Florida is partnering with DC-MD Small Business Networking and Orlando Small Business groups to host a monthly "Virtual Small Bizness Networking Happy Hour."

Yvonne Lowe and Master Networker, Evette Lewis will be hosting these monthly events. We will have an in-house DJ, Education & Entertainment (Edutainment), small breakout networking groups, and door prizes. All for FREE! Join us with your favorite drink.

As always, we like to network with a purpose. Each month, we will feature a local nonprofit or cause that you are encouraged to support financially for that entire month.

This monthly networking event is geared towards small business owners and business professionals in the Washington, DC metro and Central Florida areas.

Carl Brown, Keynote Speaker

Topic: "Small Business Covid Survival Strategies"

Mr. Brown is the State/Executive Director of the DC Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Radio Talk Show Host of the "The Small Business Report" on Sirius XM Channel 141. See complete bio in the speaker section. 

Featured Charity, Boris L Henson Foundation

Our new charity for this month is Boris L Henson Foundation. This nonprofit was started by Taraji P Henson in memory fo her dad. 100% of your donation will go directly to the nonprofit. Make your donation here https://www.pledgeling.com/virtual-small-bizness-networking-fundraiser-7442. Our goal is to raise $1,000 on behalf of this charity.

July is Mental Awareness Month and this foundation is giving FREE counseling for anyone who is struggling with mental challenges during COVID-19. So, please join us in meeting our goal for this charity.

Entertainer, Dylan's Steel Band

Adrian Ahearn is the Musical/Creative Director of Dylan's Steel Band and Fried Bananas. Bring the fun, relaxing vibes to your party! Adrian is an accomplished singer, steel drummer (tenor, double guitar, and bass pan), guitarist (acoustic and electric) and bassist (upright and electric). He earned the degree Bachelor of Music/Jazz Studies, Bass Performance from San Diego State University in 1996. Mr. Ahearn formed Dylan's Steel Band when his son, Dylan, was 2 years old. "I held him up to the sky and said, I work for you, kid". The band's fan base and list of happy clients grows because their goal is to exceed their expectations. Their sound-the band provides soulful Caribbean music featuring the palatable sounds of the steel drum delivered with power and passion. reggae/calypso.

AGENDA

5:20 - 5:40 PM: Dylan's Steel band

5:40 – 5:45 PM: Welcome by your Host(s)

5:45 - 5:50 PM: Small Business Owner Spotlight

5:50 - 6:20 PM: Keynote Speaker plus Q&A

6:20 - 6:25 PM: Sponsors & Nonprofit Intros

6:25 - 6:55 PM: Networking in your local area breakout rooms

6:55 - 7:00 PM: Door prizes