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Networking for the AI Era

 

A LIVE Networking Event

for Leaders Who Want to

Grow Their Business

in support of International Networking Week

 

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Staples Spotlight (Downtown Toronto) 

 

Build genuine connections – and leave with a simple networking strategy for growing your business. This networking approach works – and you'll enjoy connecting with others.

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Networking is changing. It's no longer about knowing lots of people. It's about intentionally cultivating trust with a handful of smart, strategic alliances who bring out your best.

Think of technology – like AI –  as a bridge. It can help you reach out to people. But you still have to walk over, meet and build trust.

This is a different kind of networking event – not a lecture, not a lineup of tips and not the usual "work the room" event.

It’s an interactive experience where trust emerges naturally through guided collaborative activities. 

  • Facilitated Exercises
    Practical and low-pressure to build trust and genuine rapport
  • Natural Connections That Lead to Bigger Possibilities
    Shared experiences + purposeful design = authentic connection that doesn’t feel forced
  • Your Strategic Network — Clarified
    You’ll walk away with skills to build your strategic network – possibly with those at the event – and a plan to keep building the right relationships that support your goals

If you’d like new connections, clearer collaboration opportunities, and a simple plan for building your own strategic network, you’re invited to join us.

Register to secure your place.

Space is intentionally limited to support meaningful connection.

 

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This event is designed for independent consultants, trusted advisors, coaches, thought leaders, speakers - really any business professionals -  who want a more effective way to network in the AI era, including those who:

  • are responsible for acquiring clients and want more consistent referrals

  • want clearer collaboration opportunities

  • don’t want hustling or awkward "sales" networking

  • want practical skills that transfer easily to real conversations

  • enjoy learning through experience, not lectures 

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If you want new connections, clearer collaboration opportunities, and a simple plan for building a strategic network that supports your business growth, this event is for you.

Participants often leave feeling lighter, energized and more confident in how they connect with others. You might also:

  • have meetings planned or booked with other attendees 

  • meet people who align with your goals

  • have clearer insight into who’s in your strategic network and who you need to add

  • feel confident about your next steps in building a strategic network

  • discover a way to network that actually gets you

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You’ll leave with renewed confidence in how to build your strategic network going forward.

Meet the Collaborators

Jennifer Beale – Collaborative Networking Strategist

Known as the “Queen of Connecting,” Jennifer Beale helps leaders build high-value relationships through her signature Collaborative Networking approach. An award-winning networker and event producer, she has helped hundreds of business professionals generate hundreds of millions of dollars through strategic partnerships. Jennifer has delivered workshops, trainings, and keynotes across organizations, industries, and leadership communities.
Tracy Shea-Porter – Author and Applied Improv Facilitator
Tracy Shea-Porter is the CEO and co-founder of Yes Unlimited, where she helps leaders navigate complex conversations and build confidence through applied improvisation. A professional member of AIN and author of The “Yes, And” Business Evolution, Tracy blends improv with strategy to strengthen communication, collaboration, and trust.

 

In partnership with Staples Canada.

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"

It was truly a fantastic experience - so well planned, brilliantly organized, and filled with smart, strategic content. Jennifer's executive-level networking workshops provide insights that are incredibly valuable.

 Fadi Yaacoub, Building Brands for the AI Era

Your experience includes:

 

  • Full access to the Collaborators Event 2026 – an immersive experience in Collaborative Networking
  • Interactive sessions focused on trust, conversation, and meaningful collaboration – led by Jennifer Beale 
  • Practical, energizing, business IMPROV with Tracy Shea-Porter – designed to spark connection, creativity and ease (no performance, and no experience required)
  • Guided networking experiences that help you identify and build the right strategic relationships
  • Time and space to continue conversations and begin follow-up with the people you meet
  • Refreshments
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"I landed a $4 million dollar financing deal

at my first Jennifer event."

Alma Johns, Bench Capital Advisory

"If you have not yet been to one of

Jennifer's networking events -

DO IT."

Dan Rogers, Canada's Corporate Fitness Coach

"Great event for collaborating, not just networking."

Faith Evan West, Executive Coach

"Your event was amazing. 

Your talk was exactly what I needed to hear. 

I booked 3 appointments."

Dale Stoneman, Legal Expert

"Jennifer puts on a first class event."

Michael Yasny, Financial Fixer

"Absolutely brilliant and well designed Networking Event."

Rinkal Shukla, Public Speaking Coach &  Communication Expert

"I had a great time at your networking event.

This was a great opportunity for me to step outside

of my comfort zone and connect with others."

Maria Arangia, Conceptual + Digital Designer

"I haven't had this much fun networking in a long time.

The energy was buzzing, the people were so genuine."

Cassandra Ciarallo, Business Coach

"Informative and successful Collaborators Event, Jennifer Beale!

Grateful to feel part of such an extraordinary network of awesome humans!"

Crystal Scase, Logistics & Supply Chain Consultant

"All I can say is WOW!

What an absolutely wonderful event and community of networkers."

Kelly Nolan, Women's Health Expert

"I am looking forward to the next one!"

Francesca Rea, CFP®, RRC

"That was an absolute blast & met so many new connections & collab partners."

Jessica Bennet, Sales Copywriter

 

     

AI can suggest who you should meet,

but only you can earn another's trust.

Strengthen how you connect, collaborate and

build business relationships that matter.

 

Networking for the AI Era

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 |  3 to 6 pm
Downtown Toronto @ Staples University Avenue

For groups of three or more, receive a 10% reduced group rate.
Email [email protected] to arrange.

50% of tickets already sold.

 

Early Bird

$79 CDN

until January 23

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Advance

$129

until January 31

Last Call

$149

if available

*All prices above include HST.

 

Don’t miss this.

This event is intentionally designed for people who value meaningful connection.

The conversations you’re looking for – and the partnerships that support you in achieving your goals faster – don’t happen by accident. They happen when the right people are in the room, with shared intention.

This is an opportunity to step out of isolation, spend time with committed peers, and explore what’s possible when collaboration comes first.

Not someday.
In real conversation.
Together.

If you want to build a network rooted in trust and generosity – and leave with clarity on who belongs in it – you’re invited to join us.

Show up with curiosity.
The rest unfolds in the room.

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