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SUMMARY:Exceptional Connections® October Networking Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Register Here!\n\nImagine a world where people naturally contribute to each other\, knowing that when we are in service to others\, we transform lives. \nWe have a full schedule planned so please plan to arrive by 11:30am to network and enjoy a delicious Luncheon. Our event will begin promptly at Noon. \nJoin us and Connect with Exceptional Colleagues\nJoin us as we celebrate Exceptional Connections 17th Anniversary Celebration + Clothes For Kids Make an Impact Fundraising Event that includes a dynamic panel discussion: The Connection Advantage: Where Artificial Intelligence Meets Relational Intelligence (RQ) moderated by Cyndi O’Neill-Dady\, Founder and Chief Connector of Exceptional Connections and featuring: Molly Klipp\, Laurie Thibert & Rachael Barclay. \nArtificial intelligence is transforming how entrepreneurs communicate\, market\, innovate\, and grow—but technology alone cannot create trust\, loyalty\, or meaningful relationships. Our three exceptional panelists will explore how entrepreneurs can harness the power of AI while strengthening the distinctly human qualities that drive lasting success: empathy\, creativity\, authenticity\, intuition\, and relational intelligence. \nWhat We’ll Explore \n\nUsing AI to increase efficiency\, productivity\, creativity\, and opportunity\nAllowing AI to handle more tasks so entrepreneurs have more time to be meaningfully human\nPreserving authenticity\, empathy\, trust\, intuition\, and the human spark\nCombining technological capability with relational intelligence for sustainable entrepreneurial success\nEnsuring AI strengthens rather than replaces the relationships at the heart of business\n\nCome discover how to use the intelligence of technology while deepening the intelligence of connection. \nLet AI expand your capabilities—but let your humanity define your impact. \nMeet Our Three Exceptional Panelists: \nMolly Klipp — Founder\, Beauty Business Mastery \nFor 32 years\, Molly Klipp worked with thousands of women and developed some of the most successful leaders within Aloette Cosmetics. As President of Aloette of Seattle\, she built a franchise that ranked among the company’s top 10 for more than 20 years. \nIn 2014\, Molly became a certified permanent makeup artist and founded Carefree Beauty Permanent Makeup. After selling her cosmetics franchise in 2015\, she used the business skills she had cultivated over three decades to grow her new venture into a six-figure business within one year. \nToday\, Molly is once again expanding her impact through Beauty Business Mastery\, helping women beauty-business owners create practical blueprints for daily operations\, increase profitability\, and build successful businesses without unnecessary stress. \nLearn more: www.beautybusinessmastery.com \nContact: molly@beautybusinessmastery.com \n\nLaurie Thibert — Founder\, Aligned Insights Matter™ \nLaurie Thibert is a business leader and relationship specialist who helps organizations develop high-trust\, high-performing teams. Her leadership philosophy was shaped not only in boardrooms\, but also during a 2008 volunteer trip to Ghana\, where she met a young boy whose parents had died. She soon began the journey of becoming his mother—an experience that deepened her belief in the life-changing power of strong relational foundations. \nLaurie distilled her expertise into the bestselling book The CATR Theory™: The 4 Legs of Successful Personal and Professional Relationships. It’s NOT Rocket Science! CATR—pronounced “cater”—is her clear\, human-centered framework for understanding what helps relationships thrive at work and at home\, as well as how to repair them when cracks begin to form. \nLearn more: alignedinsightsmatter.com or CATRYourRelationships.com \nContact: laurie@alignedinsightsmatter.com \n\n\n\nRachael Barclay — Founder\, The Savvy Digital Co. \nRachael Barclay helps founders and small-business owners get found—and chosen—in the age of AI. Before launching The Savvy Digital Co.\, she spent 15 years in executive operations\, including serving as the youngest executive at the Columbia Tower Club. \nToday\, Rachael develops the brand strategies\, automations\, and AI systems that busy business owners often do not have the time or expertise to create themselves. She is also the host of the You’re Allowed podcast and lives in downtown Seattle with her partner and their daughter\, Luna. \nLearn more: thesavvydigitalco.com \nContact: rachael@thesavvydigitalco.com \n\n \nClothes For Kids Impact Levels:\n$5 = 2 ticket (pair of socks)\n$10 = 5 tickets (pair of socks / underwear)\n$20 = 12 tickets (pair of shoes)\n$40 = 25 tickets (jacket)\n$60 = 40 tickets (3 shirts / 3 pants)\n$80 = 60 tickets (winter coat)\n$100 = 100 tickets (a full wardrobe for a child) \n\nThank you for making this celebration even more exceptional!\nFeel free to purchase as many tickets as you wish; not only will it boost your chances of winning\, but it will also support Clothes For Kids.\n 100% for a Cause!\n\nWe are thrilled to share that all proceeds from our Exceptional Connections 16th Anniversary fundraiser will go directly to benefit Clothes For Kids—supporting local students with free school clothing\, empowering them to arrive at school with confidence and dignity. Every raffle ticket purchased\, every gift basket donated helps make a direct impact in the lives of children in our community.* \n\nBring Cash!  Make checks payable to Clothes For Kids!  A QR Code will also be available to facilitate the purchase of raffle tickets.\n\nRegister Here!\n\n \nExciting news!  Exceptional Connections Networking Luncheons are now hosted at Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse\, our new Lynnwood location! We’re thrilled to gather in this beautiful and elevated venue and we have a full\, engaging schedule planned. Seating is limited to 34 guests and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nNew EC Venue \nFogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse – Gaucho Banquet Room\n18602 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Suite 1110\nLynnwood\, WA 98037 \nEvent Flow & Timing: \n\nPlease arrive promptly at 11:30 AM for check-in\, networking\, and for time to visit the Marketplace Vendors and to enjoy the delicious gluten free Marketplace Table.\n\n\nWe ask that your Market Table Buffet visit be completed by 11:55 AM\, prior to the start of our meeting that starts promptly at 12:00 PM.\n\n\nThe formal program for this special event runs from Noon – 2:30 PM\, with post-event networking available until 3:00 PM.\n\n\n  \n \nWhy Attend an Exceptional Connections® Networking Event?\n\nJoin us in making exceptional connections®\, building relationships that lead to new friendships\, endless referrals\, and powerful advocates!\nMeet\, Mingle and Connect with like-minded Entrepreneurs in a Fun & Festive Environment\nDynamic & Inspiring 20-minute Spotlight speakers\nExceptional Insight presentation offered by a member of our Community\nLearn 6 Steps to Exceptional Connecting & Networking Nuggets at each event\nWe offer our Marketplace Spotlight Vendors added visibility of 90-seconds to show & tell what your business has to offer\, plus the added bonus of sharing 1-screenshot to promote your business\, products and services.\nAttendees will offer a 45-second Elevator Commercial. Be prepared to share the following: Name\, Your Business Category + 5-10 word Quick Connect Statement. ie. I’m Cyndi Dady\,  I’m a Relationship Marketing Strategist – I Help Businesses Attract & Keep Customers.\nEnjoy our fabulous Fogo de Chao Seasonal Marketplace Table; a colorful palate of fresh and flavorful ingredients inspired by Brazilian farmlands & recipes that are traditional & natural staples of Southern Brazilian cuisine.\nAs an added bonus you will experience “Networking with a Twist” with our “Connection Exchange”\nSupport Clothes For Kids – our Eastside Chapter Non-profit since 2015\nEasy access off the I-5 Freeway\nWin Giveaway Door Prizes!\nFree and plentiful parking\n\nCost: \nThe Earlier you Register\, The More $ You SAVE! \n$50 – ECN Way experience rate for 1st time attendees (+Eventbrite fee) [Contact cyndi@exceptionalconnections.com to receive 1stx experience Promo code]\n$40 – Champion Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Monday\, September 30th\, at 11:30pm – use Promo Code\n$55 – Classic Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends  Monday\, September 30th\,  at 11:30pm at 11:30pm\n$50 – Champion Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday\, October 12th\, at 9:00pm – use Promo Code\n$65 – Classic Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday\, October 12th\, at 9:00pm \n* Marketplace Swag Sponsor Networking Opportunity includes a fabulous Fogo de Chão Seasonal Marketplace Table\, Brazilian Cheese Bread\, Brazilian sides + Cookies & Brownie dessert tray. \n– $117 – Champion Connector Marketplace Swag Sponsor Opportunity (includes Sponsor Visibility + Networking fee + Marketplace Experience Buffet\, 90second commercial with slide\, promotion before & after event / eventbrite fee & tip) Champion Connectors Contact cyndi@exceptionalconnections.com for Champion Promo Code \n– $137 – Classic Connector Marketplace Swag Sponsor Opportunity (includes Sponsor Visibility + Early bird Networking fee + includes lunch)  / eventbrite fee & tip) \nIn honor of Exceptional Connections’ 17th Anniversary\, we’re offering a special Marketplace Swag Sponsorship opportunity for Champion Connectors: $117 + (Eventbrite fees/tax)  & Classic Connectors: $137.00 + (Eventbrite fees/tax) \nAs a Swag Sponsor\, you’ll have the exclusive chance to include your business card\, flyer\, samples\, or fun\, memorable gifts in our swag bags which will be distributed to all attendees. This is a unique opportunity\, as we do not typically offer this at our regular events. \nWith 50-65 entrepreneurs expected to attend\, your contribution will gain valuable exposure for your business\, going home with attendees via the swag bag. Swag Sponsors will also be acknowledged and highlighted during the event via a dedicated Swag sponsor slide\, offer a Spotlight Commercial while your unique slide is highlighted\, with permission to email all attendees as an event follow-up\, and gain social media visibility before & after the event. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://exceptionalconnections.com/event/exceptional-connections-october-networking-luncheon-10-2026/
LOCATION:Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse\, 18602 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Suite 1110\, Lynnwood\, 98037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Laurie Thibert,Molly Klipp,Rachael Barclay
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cyndi ONeill-Dady":MAILTO:Cyndi@ExceptionalConnections.com
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