Needs & Leads: A High-Impact Networking Session

The most valuable connections don’t stop at introductions, they deepen through meaningful exchange and follow-up. Our next Chance Meetings on Monday, February 2nd will focus on Needs & Leads, a structured, high-impact networking session designed to help participants move beyond surface-level connections and tap into the true power of the Silicon Couloir community.

Participants will break into small, facilitated groups of 10–12 people. Each person will have several minutes to clearly present a current need—professional, business, or otherwise—that would meaningfully support their growth or next step. After each presentation, fellow group members will indicate whether they have a lead to offer, such as a relevant contact, resource, idea, or follow-up conversation.

To make the most of this experience, all participants are expected to arrive prepared with a clear, concise need and to honor a shared commitment to confidentiality. The session will be guided by facilitators to keep conversations on track and ensure everyone has equal opportunity to participate.

Benefits of participating include:

• Gaining practical ideas, resources, and introductions to help solve a real challenge

• Engaging in meaningful follow-up conversations beyond the event

• Helping others advance by sharing your knowledge and network

• Experiencing firsthand the depth and strength of the Silicon Couloir community

Come prepared with a need, ready to contribute, and open to supporting others. Needs & Leads is about generosity, focus, and turning connections into action.