On average, every delegate at Destination Growth '09 made four new valuable business contacts
Networking sits at the heart of Destination Growth. At the event, delegates had a dedicated networking time, giving them valuable time to meet delegates and network with the exhibitors. The lively networking and exhibition area was themed to ensure delegates could easily find and meet people who were at the top of their hit list.
Get up close and personal with speakers under Concorde
Destination Growth offered the unique opportunity to have a chat with speakers on a one-to-one basis under Concorde. Throughout the day, delegates were invited to join speakers for an informal chat and ask them any burning questions they may have had.
Are you LinkedIn?
Key to the success of the networking at Destination Growth is the dedicated networking group on LinkedIn. This group contains the region's most ambitious business leaders and is used to stay in touch with people met on the day, seek advice and bounce ideas off colleagues. It continues to grow even after the event. Join this group to connect with like-minded business leaders.
What is LinkedIn?
LinkedIn is a professional online networking tool. Your network will consist of your connections, your connections’ connections, and the people they know. Most people use it to 'get to someone' in order to make a sale, form a partnership, or get a job. How?
• find and be introduced to potential clients, service providers, and subject experts who come recommended
• be found for business opportunities and find potential partners
• post and distribute job listings to find the best talent for your company.
If you're not already a member of LinkedIn, we recommend making better use of your professional network and signing-up today.
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