Lightning Links: Speed Networking for Top Business Performers

Tired of networking events that feel like a waste of time—awkward, exhausting, and filled with forgettable small talk? This is not that event.

Lightning Links is a high-impact, structured networking experience designed for serious business owners and top performers who want real conversations that move the needle.

No more hoping to meet the right people—this event guarantees meaningful, productive connections.

🔹 Start with Mingling – Get settled with drinks, snacks, and casual conversation to warm up the room.
🔹 Structured Speed Networking – Rotate through fast-paced, one-on-one chats with 20-30 top professionals who are on your level or higher.
🔹 Focused & Efficient – Every interaction is timed to keep the energy up and ensure you meet as many high-caliber people as possible. No wasted time.
🔹 Refine Your Pitch – Perfect your 30-second intro while connecting with potential clients, partners, and collaborators.
🔹 Network with the Best – Most networking events leave you feeling like the biggest fish in the room. Not here. You’ll be surrounded by ambitious, high-performing professionals.
🔹 Make It Count – The event sets the stage, but the real magic happens in the follow-ups. Walk away with genuine connections that can take your business to the next level.

Enjoy delicious bites and an open bar while making the right connections in a relaxed setting!
✅ Savory Selections from Square Peg Pizzeria, Mexipho, and Hilton
✅ Sweet Treats from Brown Butter Creations and The Flour Girl Bakery
✅ Open Bar All Night! 🍹

$100 for Chamber Members
$125 for Non-Members

Most networking events are hit or miss. This one guarantees powerful connections. If you're serious about scaling this year, this is the room to be in.

👗 Dress Code: Business cocktail attire—look sharp, make an impact.

Spots are limited—secure yours now and start building relationships that matter!

📲 Follow @sipsandsparks & @crvchamber on Facebook and Instagram for event updates and exclusive promos!

Sponsorship opportunities available! Contact for more information—limited sponsor slots open.

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Disclaimers: Sips and Sparks reserves the right to postpone or cancel any event that does not have enough participants registered. Although this rarely occurs, if it does, you would be given the option to either receive a refund or transfer your ticket to a different event.

Notice: Some of our venues do not have elevators. If you require such accommodations, please contact us at [email protected] before purchasing your ticket so we can verify whether or not this will be available at that particular location.

Release of Liability: By participating in this event, attendees agree to release and hold harmless Sips and Sparks LLC, its employees, representatives, venues, and partners, from any and all liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from or related to any accidents, incidents, injuries, or property damage that may occur during or after the event. Attendance at the event and pursuing individuals met at the event is done at each individual's own risk.

Photo/Media Release: By attending this event, attendees grant Sips and Sparks LLC the right to capture and use their image and likeness in future promotional and advertising materials, without further notification or compensation.

Refund Policy: Because there is limited space at the venue and limited time for rounds, please notify the hosts at least 1 week in advance if you cannot attend to guarantee a refund. Within 1 week of the event, we will only issue a refund if we are able to fill your spot.

Info: Check-In, Mix & Mingle, Eat, Drink, and Kick Back

Info: Use the restroom, replenish your drinks and snacks, and free-mingle!

Host or Publisher Hartford County Speed Dating