Experience a different kind of business networking, in person, in Winnipeg Oct. 13th
About this Event
IN-PERSON SPEED NETWORKING LIVE EXPERIENCE
Winnipeg, Manitoba | Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
6:00pm. 4th Floor Boardroom at UofM Smart Park, 100 Innovation Drive, Winnipeg, MB
12 PEOPLE. 90 MINUTES. MULTIPLE MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS AND CONNECTIONS.
A new kind of business networking experience is coming here to Winnipeg.
What if you could walk into a room with a small group of local business owners and entrepreneurs and, in less than 90 minutes, have several structured and focused conversations with people you may never otherwise have met?
No awkward mingling.
No standing around wondering who to talk to.
No sales scripts.
No polished elevator pitch required.
Just real conversations with real people, structured in a way that makes it easier to listen, connect, discover opportunities and explore what might happen next.
WITNESS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A ROOM OF LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS INTENTIONALLY CONNECT.
Hosted by Marc Palud, Founder of Speed Networking Live.
This isn't traditional networking. It's an opportunity to Meet. Connect. Share. Collaborate. And Create Magic.
Because sometimes the most valuable connection isn't the person who needs what you sell. It might be the person who knows someone who does. Or someone who can solve a problem you're facing. Or someone who becomes a trusted collaborator six months from now. Or simply someone you align and resonate with.
You never know which conversation will open the next door.
THE SNL 333 METHOD™
Every Speed Networking Live experience uses the SNL 333 Method™, a simple three-part approach proven to create more meaningful conversations in less time.
THEM | 3 MINUTES. Listen to learn. Discover who they are, what they do, what they care about, where they're going and what matters to them.
YOU | 3 MINUTES. Share who you are. Talk about what you do, what you're looking for, the problems you solve and how you may be able to help.
US | 3 MINUTES. Explore what could happen together. Identify ways you can help each other, collaborate, create opportunities or connect one another with people who may be helpful.
Then, repeat and meet someone else new.
The result is a series of focused, intentional conversations that can introduce you to multiple people and possibilities in less than 90 minutes.
WHY ONLY 12 PEOPLE?
Because this isn't designed to be a loud and crowded networking mixer. It's designed to create an environment where people can meet, listen, learn and connect.
Speed Networking Live in-person events are intentionally kept small, typically 6-12 participants, so everyone has an opportunity to participate and every conversation has room to breathe.
ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE.
Once the participant limit is reached, registration closes. If you are interested in attending future events, or would like to run your own Speed Networking Live event, please send an email to [email protected]
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This experience is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders and professionals who:
* Want to expand their local business network
* Are interested in meeting other entrepreneurs
* Value relationships over transactional networking
* Are open to collaboration and referrals
* Want to discover new business opportunities
* Enjoy learning about what other people are doing
* Believe in helping others as well as growing their own business
* Are curious about a different approach to networking
You don't have to be an experienced networker. In fact, you don't even have to like traditional networking. Come curious. Come open. Come ready to have some interesting conversations.
THE SPEED NETWORKING LIVE PHILOSOPHY
We believe networking can be more than collecting business cards, delivering elevator pitches and trying to figure out who might buy from you. We believe meaningful connections begin with curiosity, generosity, trust and genuine interest in other people.
Example, instead of asking: “What can I get?”, start with: “Who or how can I help?” That simple shift changes the nature of a conversation to the benefit of both individuals.
THE SNL MEMBER ETHOS
BE HELPFUL. BE INTENTIONAL. BE COSMIC.
You never know where one conversation might lead. “One new connection can change a life. Sometimes yours. Sometimes theirs. Sometimes both.” Marc Palud, Founder of Speed Networking Live.
AND THERE'S MORE...
Explore the Speed Networking Live Connections & Match Making App
Participants will also have the opportunity to preview Version 1 of the Speed Networking Live Connections & Match Making App, a local AND global business connections community or most trusted individuals, designed to help people discover relevant connections, opportunities and ways they can help one another.
It is recommended that you explore the app before the event and begin creating your connections profile. https://eventcheckin.net/r/25-marc-palud
NOTE: The Speed Networking Live Connections & Match Making App is currently in Beta Version 1. Version 2 is expected to be available in Q4 2026.*
YOUR INVITATION
If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, community leader or professional who is open to meeting interesting people, having genuine conversations and discovering new possibilities, come join us. You don't know who you'll meet. You don't know what you'll discover. You don't know where one conversation might lead.
YOU'LL NEVER KNOW UNLESS YOU SHOW UP.
Limited to a maximum of only 12 participants.
Secure your spot and experience a Speed Networking Live Event firsthand.
MEET. CONNECT. SHARE. COLLABORATE. CREATE MAGIC.
Event venue & nearby stays
North Forge, 100 Innovation Drive, Winnipeg, Canada
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