The Mixer: Business Horror Edition

Thursday, 17th October 2024, 6.30pm

Join us for a spine-chilling twist on our popular mixer series—the fourth instalment that dares to haunt your professional ambitions. This networking event from your worst nightmares is not for the faint of heart.

Set in the cozy ambiance of the Study Cafe, this event is all about fostering meaningful connections among our members.

In this fast-paced speed networking from the underworld, bring your most bone-chilling elevator pitch. With the clock ticking, you’ll have one minute to impress—and escape the gaze of the unseen forces lurking in the room.

Expect sudden rotations, unexpected questions from the shadows, and cryptic encounters as you try to make meaningful connections before the night swallows you whole. But be warned—the standout pitch might just be a double-edged sword.

The prize for the best pitch? Let’s just say it’s something you won’t forget… if you live to remember it.

Guest Speaker: Darryl Buchanan
Executive Director, Corporate Connections

Industry: Referral Marketing & Strategic Networking

With over 25 years of experience in referral marketing, Darryl Buchanan is a leader in driving business growth through strategic networking and relationship-building. As the founder of Circle of Influence and the Executive Director for Corporate Connections in London, Darryl has successfully helped expand business groups in NZ, Australia, Scandinavia and Italy, his expertise globally, helping CEOs, business owners, and senior executives maximize the value of business networks like BNI (Business Network International)

Business Story:
Darryl’s journey began as a BNI member, where he quickly identified opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of referral marketing. His innovative strategies have since empowered thousands of professionals across multiple countries to realize the full potential of BNI. Today, Darryl continues to deliver impactful results at the executive level through his leadership role with Corporate Connections, facilitating high-level communities of C-Suite executives and business owners.

Professional Goals (Next 2 Years):

• Generate £30M in revenue for BNI London members.
• Successfully launched three Corporate Connections groups in London and one CCplus group for leaders of companies with turnover of £100m+.
• Develop a Global Supply Sourcing (GSS) procurement business to projected turnover of £20M in the UK.

Key Achievements:

• Personally facilitated a BNI referral that spanned multiple countries, resulting in a £1.2M deal.
• Spearheading the launch of London’s first Corporate Connections groups in Q4 2024.

Personal Insights:

• Tools for success: Maintaining an open mind, and staying attuned to business opportunities everywhere.
• Key to success: A balanced work-life approach, with regular moments of reflection and a load of laughter!

Spaces are complimentary and limited to one member and one guest.

*Event might include photography and videography, if you are not keen on being filmed or photographed, please let our team know.

Please head to the members’ portal to RSVP now.