Calling all awesome CoPreneurs (couples in business) or entrepreneurs in a relationship, in the DC Metro and Northern Virginia area to join our global village of awesome entrepreneurial couples in business who have each others' back. We’re committed to helping each other succeed in business and to live increasingly satisfying fulfilled lives, while enjoying the journey together! Membership in CoPreneur is currently free as we build our awesome core group. Become a founding member now and enjoy f …

Hi there! Loudoun Entrepreneurs is an enthusiastic band of entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, "wantrepreneurs" and innovators based in Loudoun County. We want to create a series of community organized gatherings focused on topics of interest to entrepreneurs and startups. This group has been 100% grassroots organized to foster and fuel the entrepreneurial passion in Loudoun County through an open and collaborative community. Whether you've done a startup, are currently doing one, or are considering d …

A social group for helping connect busy techies, geeks and entrepreneurs who are also busy parents in the Baltimore area. We hope to meet every other month or so in an informal way to share our projects, compare notes on entrepreneurship, and support each other as we strive for that ever elusive "work/life balance." Babysitters encouraged, spouses welcome! (And non-parents are welcome, too -- we're inclusive.)

We invite you to join us for networking conversations over lunch with social entrepreneurs, "changemakers", business partners, professionals, investors, marketing specialists, small housing providers, GW alumni and other members of the Friendship Archway Network. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! The first step is to get to know each other better to see if we are ready to work together harmoniously with appreciation, forgiveness and understanding. These monthly community events provide opportunities to dev …

Hi there students and startups! Posting on job forums can be so boring- it leaves little room for direct peer-to-peer interaction. There's nothing better than putting a face to a company or applicant's name- so we'll be hosting a regular session for students and startups to interact live. This group was created to help you network and create opportunities for local students interested in gaining practical business experience by working at local startups. Start-ups can also expect to benefit from …

The Inventors Network of the Capital Area (INCA) is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1993. Our members are interested in patents, the innovation process, product design, marketing, licensing, prototyping and other product development issues. Every month we host a meeting with a speaker and time for experienced and beginning inventors to network.The meetings are usually held third Mondays of the month at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library in Falls Church, Virginia. Private sector …

This group is for anyone who wants to explore ways to do more meaningful work. Whether you have great ideas, you want to make an idea happen or you are looking to get inspired to participate making a great idea happen, this group is the place to start. Let's bring our talents together and explore new and interesting ways we can do amazing things, together Coordel is an ideas platform for funding and executing just-in-time joint ventures. We'll investigate how mass transparency facilitates social …

1 Million Cups (1MC) is a simple way to for entrepreneurs to engage with each other and learn from each other. Each week, the 1MC program offers two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience of mentors, advisors, and entrepreneurs. Presenters prepare a 6 minute educational presentation and engage in 20 minutes of feedback and questioning after they present. Entrepreneurs gain insight into possible ways they can improve their businesses, gather realtime fe …

This meetup aims to bring start-up founders of non tech specific businesses together with established business owners, business advisers and complimentary professionals to create a vibrant, dynamic and innovative business. Our goal is to create a forum where people can get great access to information, resources, contacts and referrals to grow their entrepreneurial ideas as well as identify potential partners, investors, mentors and service providers who can help them grow. The goal is to create …

From wireframes to Beta, early stage companies (and ideas) can demo and get invaluable feedback.  Join us for coffee and bagels.  Very early stage focused.  Great way to get your product off to a good start and work on your pitch!

Entrepreneurship permeates the culture of the Digital Age. The advent of the Digital Age has democratized innovation and entrepreneurship. Never before has it been more possible for anyone from anywhere,  with  a great idea and a burning desire to succeed,  to make it big, and,  in the process, change the world in a relatively short period of time. HP, Intel, Apple, Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Yahoo,  eBay, Amazon, Google, Facebook and many, many, many other iconic companies all started with just …

Freelancers, soloists, telecommuters and budding entrepreneurs unite! Escape the isolation of home and the noise of coffee shops for the ideal combination of peaceful concentration and spontaneous collaboration opportunities. This meetup group will provide education about the co-working (a.k.a. "coworking") movement and assess the viability of creating a co-working space in upper Montgomery County. Initial plans include digging deeper into what it would mean to create a co-working space, checkin …

Come join us for a lunch of networking and getting to know other professionals on the back deck of Kilroys every Thursday from 11:30-1. There is no fee to attend, just the price for your lunch. We are an organized, structured, membership group with one profession per seat, however guests from all professions are welcome. We are continually growing and would like your business to grow with us. The seats that are already filled are: Financial Planner, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty Insurance …

We want to help you be a better entrepreneur. We've found the Lean Startup methodology is an extremely effective way to do that. Lean: Accomplish your objectives wasting a minimum of resources, especially time. Startup: A human institution creating a new product or service under conditions of extreme uncertainty Mindset: Entrepreneurs who are experienced enough to "know what they don't know" about their market and committed to learning through evidence For entrepreneurs who follow: http://ventur …

Introduction This group explores the intersection of the data revolution and the art of creating value. Bring your inner data scientist and learn how people are not only doing cool things with data, but doing so in ways that help startups, businesses, and other organizations thrive. While we will always have industrial, academic, and government luminaries as speakers, this meetup will not just be about lectures and free pizza (or empanadas as we secure sponsors).  Simply put, we are building a …

DCYE is a networking and educational organization for the young entrepreneurs of DC. With events like Fireside Chats, DCYE & Drinks, Business Book Clubs and co-working sessions, we aim to provide networking and educational resources to help every amazing young DC trep succeed!

Our goal is to meet with highly driven, motivated, and successful top producing sales people, business owners, entrepreneurs and anyone looking to build their business, increase their sales, and become more profitable by sharing business and learning from like minded professionals. All professions are welcome especially those who do business to business transactions, Real Estate related, and personal services. We meet every Wednesday mornings from 8:00 am - 9:30am at the Century 21 New Millenium …

Facilitated by professional career coaches, JSSA's weekly groups provide advice, networking opportunities, motivation and support for professionals who are in career transition, underemployed or unemployed. Groups meet every Monday from 12-1:30 at JSSA, 200 Wood Hill Rd, Rockville, the second Tuesday at Adas Israel Congregation from 1-2:30.  These are drop in groups and prior registration is not required. For more information go to http://www.jssa.org/services/employmentcareer.

Once upon a time… in the realm of business and referral networking, ten business professionals found themselves unhappy. These ten men and women (let’s just call them the Ten) had developed trusted relationships with one another through their participation in other networking groups and couldn’t help but feel as though something was missing. So much so, that one day, whilst sitting at a somewhat ...roundish table, the Ten decided to try and name these culprits that were causing feelings of great …

This is a group for entrepreneurs interested in growing business for their ventures. All skill levels are welcome!! This group was started with startup entrepreneurs in mind because pitching, raising capital, finding co-founders, marketing, legal, and product development all seem to be covered, but arguably the most important skill, the skill on which entire ventures live and die by doesn't get much attention: Business Development

Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, Business Development Individuals, Meet other local individuals who are interested in advancing their business through Networking, Collaboration and Brain Storming. Who should attend;  Business Start-ups, Business Owners and Entrepreneurs at all levels.   We focus on helping people who want to make a difference. This is NOT your typical meet and greet event! What is it:  The main focus of this Meetup is to be an idea exchange and support group - not a leads group. …

This is a group for entrepreneurs and those aspiring to be. We’ll get together to share knowledge, promote our businesses, make professional connections, and have a good time. Events will include brunch, happy hour, brainstorming sessions, seminars, webinars, and other opportunities to support, encourage, and interact with one another. We hope to meet-up with you soon! The group is sponsored by The Biz Knows. Learn more about The Biz Knows at http://www.thebizknows.com

How do you measure success?  The amount of money you make?  How far you’ve advanced in your chosen field? The number of awards and credentials you’ve earned?  Certainly, these are all achievements that we as professionals and entrepreneurs should be proud of, but what is equally (if not more) important is that we stay grounded, maintain work-life balance, and use our successes to help others and our communities.  If you agree, then this group is for you! Let’s get together to share our experienc …

If you're doing business online - selling products, programs, and services on the Internet - then this group is for you! Get peer-to-peer feedback on your business, marketing, products, and sales strategy. Monthly mastermind meetings are designed to be fun, supportive, and educational! Entrepreneurs in Baltimore, York, Harrisburg, and Lancaster area are welcome!  We will meet in Hunt Valley, MD. NOTE: This group is perfect for those who are already running a business - we do not teach how to sta …

Do you want to make (more) money with your camera? This group is for photo enthusiasts who would like to turn their photography skills into a part-time business. It’s very possible for talented photo enthusiasts to create a five-figure side business by taking pictures for family, friends and even businesses. We'll explore business topics like how to find customers, how much to charge and the best ways to market your business. This group is for photographers as well as models, aspiring photo assi …

Maybe you've read the Lifehacker blog, Tim Ferriss' Four Hour Workweek, Gretchen Rubin's Happiness Project, Leo Babauta's Zen Habits, or Chris Guillebeau's Art of Non-Conformity or The $100 Startup. If you liked what you saw and are looking for a community of other people who are tackling the same challenges, this is the group for you. All members will have the chance to share favorite new hacks and current obstacles, to help us learn from each other. Since we ascribe to the 'personal choices ov …

Welcome to Co-Founders Wanted of Rockville Meetup group! Maybe you are a serial entrepreneur, maybe you are a developer, and maybe corporate life is not for you. Have you been doing searches on CoFoundersLab.com? Tasted a startup, or want to startup your own business? Co-Founders Wanted of Rockville serves as an in-person matchmaking service for co-founders. Did you know VCs prefer co-founders over one-man startups? There are lots of benefits to starting a business with someone who complements y …

EXERCISE + STARTUP NETWORKING = RunningStart.org ! We are start-up entrepreneurs, CXOs, innovators, and tech gurus who combine their running with conversation about their latest entrepreneurial endeavors. So join us, and get inspired for your next start-up while you burn a few calories.