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Hitting our first-year milestone so quickly is beyond humbling. When I started this group, I asked fellow networkers what their "perfect community" would look like—and together, we’ve brought that vision to life.

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴; 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨. If not for your invites, shares, and passion, we might still be at 100 members. Thank you for trusting this space and spreading the word with such generosity.

The best part? This is just the beginning. I can’t wait to see where we go next, because with energy like yours, the possibilities are endless.

Let’s keep rising,

John Morse

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🎉 The first 125+ RSVPs are in for our FREE May 14th What’s Happening RVA event—and it’s shaping up to be another incredible night of connections and good vibes!

With nearly 400 members across a wide range of industries, roles, and ages, our events are all about genuine, informal networking—no pressure, just great people and great energy.

What makes our group stand out?

• Early Energy: Many attendees arrive right when doors open at 4 PM – it's common to see 30+ people actively networking by 4:15!

• Diverse Connections: Our community includes nearly 400 members from all industries, titles, and experience levels.

Join us this Wednesday, April 9th, at 4:00 PM for the FREE What's Happening RVA Networking Group! Don't miss out on this free opportunity to build strong business connections in Richmond. 

The link in the bio is for more details and to get tickets.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-happening-rva-networking-group-tickets-1111839715519?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp

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𝟭𝟮𝟬+ 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗲𝘀, $𝟮𝟬𝟬+ 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀! 🎉 Last night's What's Happening RVA event was our best one yet. It's clear that on the 2nd Wednesday of each month we're now the go-to for networking event in Central Virginia. 😁 

Our events are all about fun, casual networking with a twist: each meeting features two members who get 5 minutes to shine and share their stories or elevate their business. And don’t forget they raffle prizes because who doesn’t love a little extra excitement? 🎁

A huge shoutout to our March speakers:

Bill Lund with Qualified Staffing

David Snyder with SpotOn

Bonus Speaker: 

🎉 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 What's Happening RVA event on March 12th! 🎉 Over 165 RSVPs! Get ready for another amazing, packed event!

After two snowy ❄️ events, I can't wait to see everyone on a warm, sunny day. ☀️ The extra hour of daylight will add even more energy to our already large lively and enthusiastic crowds. 

Expand your network and ours! Invite your networking friends

In our 2.5-hour meeting, only 10 minutes are dedicated to elevating two amazing members, giving them the spotlight to introduce themselves and their companies. As a reward for your time, they raffle off exciting prizes! 🎁 The rest of the time is all about informal networking and building connections. 🤝 And as a cherry on top, discounted drinks and food are available from our fantastic venue host, MPM Tiki Bar.

March's Speakers are:

Bill Lund with Qualified Staffing

🚨 Just two weeks to go until our next FREE What’s Happening RVA event!

We’ve already hit 100+ RSVPs—and the count keeps rising! 🙌 Help us keep the momentum going by sharing this invite with your network, friends, and colleagues. Let’s make this our biggest event yet!

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What’s Happening RVA is a free, vibrant networking group that meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Founded to bring professionals of all ages, industries, and job titles together, we provide a unique space to connect with some of central Virginia’s most influential networkers—and meet people you won’t find at other events. What to Expect at Our Meetings Our gatherings are all about building meaningful connections in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Here’s how it works: 90% informal networking: Dive into 2.5 hours of open, unstructured networking to meet new people and strengthen existing relationships. Spotlight on local businesses: Two businesses or charities get 5 minutes each to share their story and connect with our members. As a thank-you for your time, they’ll raffle off fun prizes! What Makes Us Different? At What’s Happening RVA, we believe networking should be both professional and enjoyable. Our in-person meetings strike the perfect balance between fostering social connections and creating valuable professional opportunities. With a diverse membership spanning a wide range of industries, you’ll always find fresh perspectives and new opportunities.

Curious about what we’re all about? 🌟 Check out our website for all the details and join the movement:

whatshappeningrva.wixsite.com

What's Happening RVA is a monthly professional networking group for Richmond and Central Virginia.

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Our second What's Happening RVA meeting was a blast 💥 ! 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟴𝟬 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 $𝟯𝟬𝟬 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 🏆 🤑 , thanks to our spotlight speakers Matt Yesbeck from Yesteck and Paul Blacker from Assura for the amazing raffle items.

It was fantastic to see so many new faces – a common theme was how refreshing it was to connect with people who aren't at every other networking event.

What sets us apart? We're all about creating a fun, relaxed atmosphere that balances social connection with professional networking. That's why our 2.5-hour meetings dedicate just 15 minutes to intros and our two monthly speakers (who get a chance to highlight their businesses and give back to attendees with prize giveaways!).

What's Happening RVA is free and open to everyone. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month from 4-6:30 PM, so spread the…