People to Meet: Area Networking Events

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By Prince William Living

Brought to you by the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, the strongest voice for the business community in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan region. Finding people to meet and business networking events is always important. And Prince William Living is all about community, making connections and supporting quality of life. Virtual or in-person, you can get connected at these events!

Business Before Hours Authors Showcase

Join Prince William Chamber of Commerce and Prince William Public Libraries as they celebrate local authors. Network with chamber members, meet authors, purchase autographed copies of their books, tour the renovated library and enjoy coffee and refreshments. Register at pwchamber.org. Friday, Dec. 9, 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. | Bull Run Library, 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas

Agent Training: Working with Renters

Working with Renters is an effective strategy for Realtors in many different stages of their career, whether you’re just beginning your business, going through a dry spell or building on to your database to fuel an incredible 2023. Having a solid strategy and process for working with Renters is essential. Building a quality buyer pipeline. Learn step-by-step how to efficiently work with Renters to save yourself time and maximize your income potential. Presented by Freedom Property Management & Sales. Email renz@freedom.com for the meeting link. Tuesday, Dec. 13, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. | Online event

Independence Empowerment Center (IEC)

Please join Independence Empowerment Center (IEC) staff and board members for an Open House as they recognize their Senator Colgan Advocacy Award winner and partake in holiday festivities. Need to do some holiday shopping? Included in the event will be a Pampered Chef demonstration and the opportunity to shop for a cause; a portion of Pampered Chef sales will benefit IEC! Can’t make it? Shop online at pamperedchef.com/party/shannonstraughn1213; 25% of your order will support IEC! Please email bfulford@ieccil.org for more information. Tuesday, Dec. 13, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. | Independence Empowerment Center, 8409 Dorsey Circle, Suite 101, Manassas

Women’s Wedding Network

2022 is just about over, and 2023 will soon be at our doorstep with fresh new opportunities. Before that happens, why not do one last get-together and make some new business relations to kick off the New Year. Come join us there as we enjoy the beautiful Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks venue, meet some friendly faces, do some networking, and let’s learn how we can support each other. This will be a networking event, so be sure to bring business cards, door prizes and anything else you need! Masks are optional. Buy your tickets now! Seating is limited. Wednesday, Dec. 14, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Fairfax Marriott at Fair Oaks, 11787 Lee-Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax

Cybersecurity: Cyber Fair

Learn about various ways scammers obtain our Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and explore why so many of us become victims of scams. During this presentation, presenters will identify how a scam is “constructed” by pointing out common elements contained in almost all scams. This presentation will cover the construction of over 80% of the frauds that are occurring today. Register here. Saturday, Dec. 17, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Chinn Park Library, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge

Facebook Groups

Welcome to Prince William County has small business information, job listings, and family life suggestions.
Prince William County Networking has similar information.
Town Hall allows you to find, follow and contact your elected officials.

More Networking Opportunities

Want more great networking opportunities in the Prince William and Manassas areas?

Team WIN (Women Inspired Networking) is holding regular meetings.
Haymarket Gainesville Business Association (HGBA) offers a variety of events and collaborates with local Chambers.
Check the website for the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce for events they are offering.
One Million Cups meets in person on Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. at Centerfuse, 9071 Center Street, Manassas
Visit the website for Prince William Professional Networkers (PWPN) for their events.
And for writers and lovers of the literary word, there’s Write by the Rails (WbtR), offering events in person and online.

These events are current as of the time we receive the information, and we make every attempt to be accurate. Be sure to check with the event sponsor or hosting organization prior to attending any event. Prince William Living is not responsible for event schedule changes or group policies. Do you know of another great online community event our readership should know about? Click here to request we include it on our events calendar. Sign up here to get this column in your email.