Exceptional Connections® February Networking Luncheon
2026-02-10 11:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Old Spaghetti Factory, 2509 196th Street SW, Lynnwood, WA, 98036, United States
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Imagine a world where people naturally contribute to each other, knowing that when we are in service to others, we transform lives.
We 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.
Join us and Connect with Exceptional Colleagues
We are excited Laurie Hardie will be our February Spotlight speaker
Laurie Hardie is a Seattle Radio personality, an author, speaker, coach and podcaster. She loves to help women leave their legacy by telling their stories, whether privately or broadcasting to the world.
She was a single mom of three and is now Grandma LaLa to 6!
She’s passionate about helping people speak in a way that truly connects. During the Pandemic, she had a powerful realization—her background in broadcasting and her degree in social services came together as she noticed a troubling trend: podcasters and Zoom leaders thought they were being inclusive, but their communication style was unintentionally isolating for many listeners. Now, she helps voices become more inviting, intentional, and impactful.
She incorporates 35 plus years in broadcasting into her 7-Day Podcast Pro program which recently launched.
In Laurie’s 20-minute talk she will share: “Beyond Words: Speaking to Create Connection” (making people feel seen heard and valued)
Discover how to communicate in a way that makes others feel seen, heard, and valued. In this inspiring session, Laurie Hardie will share how to speak so people lean in, how listening is an essential part of truly being heard, and why conversations matter—even when we don’t agree. With warmth, wisdom, and practical insights, Laurie will guide you toward creating deeper, more authentic connections through the power of intentional communication.
Takeaways from this talk:

Own your story by saying “I” and making it about your experience, not assuming everyone has the same experience.
ALWAYS talk to one person
Leave your Legacy, Push record
Podcasters are the new influencers

To learn more, go to: http://www.coachlaurie.com

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Why Attend an Exceptional Connections® Networking Event?

Join us in making exceptional connections, building relationships that lead to new friendships, endless referrals, and powerful advocates!
Connect with like-minded Entrepreneurs in a Fun In-Person & Virtual Environments.
Dynamic & Inspiring 20-minute Spotlight speakers
Exceptional Insight presentation offered by a member of our EC Community
Learn 6 Steps to Exceptional Connecting & Networking Nuggets
All Attendees 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.
We 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 and products.
Free Open Membership to all Networking Events
As an added bonus you will experience “Networking with a Twist”
Support Clothes For Kids – our Lynnwood, WA Chapter Non-profit since 2015

Cost:
The Earlier you Register, The More $ You SAVE!
$45 – ECN Way experience rate for 1st time attendees (+Eventbrite fee)
$40 – Champion Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Saturday, January 31st at 11:30pm – use Promo Code
$50 – Classic Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Saturday, January 31st at 11:30pm at 11:30pm
$50 – Champion Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, February 9th, at 9:00pm – use Promo Code
$65 – Classic Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, February 9th, at 9:00pm
* Marketplace Vendor Networking registration includes a delicious Old Spaghetti Factory famous 3-course meal.
– $100 – Marketplace Spotlight Vendor Opportunity (includes Vendor fee + Early bird Networking fee)
In honor of Exceptional Connections’ 16th Anniversary, we’re offering a special Marketplace Swag Sponsorship opportunity for just $100 + Eventbrite fees. As a Swag Sponsor, you’ll have the exclusive chance to include your business card, flyer, samples, or gifts in our 16th Anniversary 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.
With 40-45 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 PPT slide, receive a highlight with contact information in the post-networking email communication, and gain social media visibility.
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Exceptional Connections® March Networking Luncheon
2026-03-10 11:30 - 14:30 | Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse, 18602 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Suite 1110, Lynnwood, 98037, United States
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Imagine a world where people naturally contribute to each other, knowing that when we are in service to others, we transform lives.
We 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.
Join us and Connect with Exceptional Colleagues
We are excited Molly Klipp will be our March Spotlight speaker

Molly Klipp is the founder of Carefree Beauty Permanent Makeup and the Profit Coach with Beauty Business Mastery. With 43 years in the beauty industry and two successful companies behind her, she helps women feel confident and seen through permanent brows, eyeliner, and lips that simplify daily routines.
Through Beauty Business Mastery, Molly coaches independent beauty professionals to systemize and strategize their businesses so they keep more of what they earn, reduce stress, and build a business that supports their life, not runs it. Her style is practical and warm, with a strong focus on clear offers, consistent client care, and simple money systems that create real profit.
Married to her best friend for 48 years, Molly is a mom of four and a proud grandma. She brings heart, experience, and straight talk to every room, helping beauty business owners shorten their learning curve and grow with confidence.
In Molly’s 20-minute talk she will share: “Teaching AI with ChatGPT: Build your DNA Clone + Create On-Brand AI Imaging.” (Fast!)
Using ChatGPT as your voice, to simplify, speed up and create great content for social media, websites, any courses you teach, emails, the list is endless! Also, how to use your avatars to have fun and eye catching graphics that YOU create! Simple and fun!
In this enlightening presentation, you will learn:

You already have a voice people trust — we’re just teaching AI to speak it.
This isn’t about more work… it’s about more leverage.
Your next level is closer than you think. When you talk into the microphone and let your Clone multiply your words into posts, reels, and images, you’re not “keeping up” — you’re leading with confidence.
Stop borrowing other people’s content… clone your own brilliance, and let AI multiply it.”

To learn more, go to: www.beautybusinessmastery.com

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New Location

Exciting News! Our March Exceptional Connections Networking Luncheon will be the first time we host Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, as 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 30 guests and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Event Flow & Timing:

Please 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.
We 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.
Our formal program runs from 12:00PM – 2:00 PM, with post-event networking available until 2:30 PM.

Why Attend an Exceptional Connections® Networking Event?

Join us in making exceptional connections®, building relationships that lead to new friendships, endless referrals, and powerful advocates!
Meet, Mingle and Connect with like-minded Entrepreneurs in an elegant, Fun & Festive Environment
Dynamic & Inspiring 20-minute Spotlight speakers
Learn 6-Steps to Exceptional Connecting & Networking Nuggets at each event
90-second Marketplace Spotlight Vendor Opportunities to offer additional visibility
45-second Exceptional Connection® Spotlights given to 25-32 local businesses
Champion Connectors offered visibility as needed to receive a 60-second Elevator Commercial that includes a slide to offer Champion Inside Scoop Announcements.
Enjoy our fabulous and healthy Marketplace Table / 3-course Luncheon at our new Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse Lynnwood location.
Free and plentiful parking
Easy access off the I-5 Freeway
Classic Connectors pay for their networking, lunch is included.
As an added bonus you will experience “Networking with a Twist” during our Connection Exchange.
Support Clothes For Kids – our Eastside Chapter Non-profit since 2015
Win Giveaway Door Prizes!

Cost:
The Earlier you Register, The More $ You SAVE!
$50 – ECN Way experience rate for 1st time attendees (+Eventbrite fee)
$40 – Champion Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Saturday, February 28th at 11:30pm – use Promo Code
$55 – Classic Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Saturday, February 28th at 11:30pm at 11:30pm
$50 – Champion Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, March 9th, at 9:00pm – use Promo Code
$65 – Classic Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, March 9th, at 9:00pm
* Marketplace Vendor Networking registration includes a delicious Old Spaghetti Factory famous 3-course meal.
– $100 – Marketplace Spotlight Vendor Opportunity (includes Vendor fee + Early bird Networking fee)
We offer our 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 and products. Spotlight Vendor opportunities are limited each month. Contact Cyndi@ExceptionalConnections.com if you are interested in gaining more visibility as a Spotlight Vendor.
Register Here!

Exceptional Connections® April Networking Luncheon
2026-04-14 11:30 - 14:30 | Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse, 18602 Alderwood Mall Pkwy Suite 1110, Lynnwood, 98037, United States
Register Here!
Imagine a world where people naturally contribute to each other, knowing that when we are in service to others, we transform lives.
We 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.
Join us and Connect with Exceptional Colleagues
We are excited Lynn Whitbeck will be our April Spotlight speaker

Lynn Whitbeck is the Queen of Strategic Sales. Business owners hire Lynn to ignite winning sales, because most fail to create consistent, repeatable, and scalable growth. So, Lynn helps sell with intent for maximum impact, influence, and income. Bottomline, sales love it or hate it, you won’t survive without it.
Lynn is the Founder and CEO of Petite2Queen, Amazon Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Host of Claim Your Career Crown and the Get More Clients shows. She has been seen in USA Today, HuffPost, Chicago Tribune, and more! When she is not working with clients, Lynn loves visiting National Parks, cooking, and playing Pokémon Go.
In Lynn’s 20-minute talk she will share: 3 Secrets to Close More Sales with Ease and Joy
Sales is the lifeblood of your business but your sales process shouldn’t be dreaded, uncomfortable, or less than successful. It can be a joyful, rewarding experience that fuels critical trusted relationships and exceptional growth for your business and for your clients’ businesses.
Discover the secret of three powerful principals to make your sales activities impactful and relevant to close more sales.
Takeaways from this talk:

Your prospective clients are drawn to what’s in it for them – learn how client thinking quickly captures their attention and engages them to take action.
A sales blueprint ensures your sales efforts are authentic, scalable, and results-driven while being a positive, fulfilling process for you and your team.
By mastering follow-up you outpace your competitors and transform your follow-up steps from a chore into a powerful tool to close more sales with less effort.

To learn more, go to: https://petite2queen.com

Register Here!

Why Attend an Exceptional Connections® Networking Event?

Join us in making exceptional connections®, building relationships that lead to new friendships, endless referrals, and powerful advocates!
Meet, Mingle and Connect with like-minded Entrepreneurs in a Fun & Festive Environment
Dynamic & Inspiring 20-minute Spotlight speakers
Exceptional Insight presentation offered by a member of our Community
Learn 6 Steps to Exceptional Connecting & Networking Nuggets at each event
We 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.
Attendees 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.
Enjoy 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.
As an added bonus you will experience “Networking with a Twist” with our “Connection Exchange”
Support Clothes For Kids – our Eastside Chapter Non-profit since 2015
Easy access off the I-5 Freeway
Win Giveaway Door Prizes!
Free and plentiful parking

Cost:
The Earlier you Register, The More $ You SAVE!
$50 – ECN Way experience rate for 1st time attendees (+Eventbrite fee)
$40 – Champion Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Tuesday, March 31st at 11:30pm – use Promo Code
$55 – Classic Connector – “Early Bird” rate ends Tuesday, March 31st at 11:30pm at 11:30p
$50 – Champion Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, April 13th, at 9:00pm – use Promo Code
$65 – Classic Connector – “It’s Not Too Late” rate ends Monday, April 13th, at 9:00pm
* Marketplace Swag Sponsor Networking Opportunity includes a fabulous Fogo de Chão Seasonal Marketplace Table, bread + ice cream.
– $100 – Marketplace Swag Sponsor Opportunity (includes Sponsor Visibility + Early bird Networking fee)
We offer our 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 and products. Spotlight Vendor opportunities are limited each month. Contact Cyndi@ExceptionalConnections.com if you are interested in gaining more visibility as a Spotlight Vendor.
Register Here!
