Sip & Connect Knoxville: Where Conversations Turn Into Connections
About this Event
IT'S TIME TO SIP, CONNECT & W.I.N.!
Join W.I.N. Enterprises for an intentional networking experience designed to bring entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, creatives, community leaders, and resource connectors together in one room.
W.I.N. Knoxville: Sip & Connect is about more than simply exchanging business cards.
It's about discovering who's in the room, what they're building, what they need, and how you may be able to connect, collaborate, refer, or support one another.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🤝 Meet the Room: Intentional Connections
🍷 Sip & Connect
💬 Open Networking
🎁 Giveaway + Final Connections
YOUR NETWORKING GOAL
3 meaningful new connections + 1 intentional 48-hour follow-up.
Because the real value of networking begins with what happens after the event.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This event is for:
✔ Entrepreneurs
✔ Business owners
✔ Professionals
✔ Creatives
✔ Coaches & consultants
✔ Nonprofit & community leaders
✔ Referral partners
✔ Resource connectors
✔ Anyone looking to expand their professional circle
Whether you're new to Knoxville, growing your business, looking for collaboration opportunities, seeking referrals, or simply ready to meet new people — there's a seat for you.
🚨 IMPORTANT EVENT UPDATE
Due to the number of registrations received, we've moved from our original venue to Homewood Suites by Hilton Knoxville West at Turkey Creek to provide a better experience and accommodate our growing group.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Monday, October 26, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Homewood Suites by Hilton Knoxville West at Turkey Creek
10935 Turkey Drive
Knoxville, TN 37934
Free parking is available at the venue.
Come ready to Connect. Collaborate. Grow. W.I.N.!
Because One Conversation Can Change Everything.
W.I.N. Enterprises
Connect. Collaborate. Grow.
Agenda
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:45 PM
Arrival & Early Connections
Info: Check in, get settled, and choose your complimentary glass of red and/or white wine while you begin meeting the people in the room.
Come ready to connect — conversations start as soon as you walk in.
🕑: 06:45 PM - 06:55 PM
Welcome to Sip & Connect Knoxville
Info: Welcome from W.I.N. Enterprises, quick overview of the evening, and what to expect.
We'll set the tone for an evening focused on meaningful connections, collaboration, referrals, and opportunities.
🕑: 06:55 PM - 07:15 PM
Meet the Room: Intentional Connections
Info: Everyone gets a brief opportunity to share:
Name • Business/Profession • What You Do • The Connection You're Looking For
You can use:
“I’m ___ with ___, and you should know me because ___.”
As you listen, identify people you may be able to:
• Refer business to
• Collaborate with
• Introduce to someone
• Learn from
• Connect with through a resource
The goal isn't just to meet people — it's to recognize the connections that could create opportunities.
🕑: 07:15 PM - 07:45 PM
Collaboration Round
Info: Let’s turn conversations into possibilities.
Let’s move beyond introductions and identify where real connections can lead.
Share:
What are you working on?
What do you need right now?
What can you offer someone else?
Who can you connect?
Where could you collaborate?
Think beyond the conversation — consider referrals, partnerships, introductions, resources, services, sponsorships, and collaboration opportunities.
Conversation Prompt:
“What do you need right now, what can you offer, and where do you see an opportunity to collaborate?”
Your Networking Goal:
Identify at least 3 meaningful connections before the evening ends.
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PM
Open Networking | Sip. Connect. Grow.
Info: Continue mixing, mingling, enjoying light snacks, sipping your wine, and connecting with the people in the room.
Take this time to continue conversations, exchange information, explore collaborations, and make meaningful connections.
🕑: 08:15 PM - 08:30 PM
Giveaway, Final Connections & Closing
Info: We’ll wrap up the evening with a giveaway, final connections, a group photo, and an invitation to Business After Hours Knoxville the following evening.
Before you leave, make sure you’ve exchanged contact information with the people you want to stay connected with.
YOUR NETWORKING GOAL
Leave with at least 3 meaningful new connections + 1 intentional 48-hour follow-up.
Because the real value of networking begins with what happens after the event.
Where is it happening?
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