COLLECTIVE. Mansfield

Let’s be honest. Most networking is a bit broken.

It’s either stiff and awkward, or hidden behind “connect” buttons and LinkedIn algorithms. Tech has made it easier to reach people, but harder to really connect.

At COLLECTIVE. we’re interested in what comes after the auto-match. We explore the new - AI tools, smart platforms, clever ways to connect - but we still believe the most powerful networks are built face to face. Eye contact. Shared energy. Conversations that go off-script.

This session is for creatives, freelancers, and digital minds who want something deeper than the usual small talk.

We’ll look at what it means to build a network you actually care about. One rooted in like, know, trust. One where you connect without cringing.

Led by Tamily Cookson COLLECTIVE. Founder, the session includes:

• A relaxed setup with structure that doesn’t feel structured
• Prompts that go beyond “what do you do?”
• Examples of tech tools for networking (and where they fall short)
• Space to meet new people, ask good questions, and share ideas

Come if you’re:

• Curious about building real creative connections
• Open to fresh ways of collaborating
• More interested in people than polished pitches

No sales patter. No name badges. No pressure. Just good people, useful ideas, and a fresh take on why showing up still matters.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Tamily Cookson