September Virtual Meet and Greet
- Date
- 2025-09-23
- Host
- Techstars Event Calendar
About this event
If you’ve been meaning to put more names to faces and have a few real conversations with people in your community, this is a simple place to start. The September Virtual Meet and Greet is designed to make networking feel approachable, useful, and worth your time. About the Event This meet and greet is a community-focused gathering built around connection. Whether you’re showing up to meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, or get a better sense of who is part of this circle, the format is meant to be welcoming and easy to step into. Despite the title, the current event details list this as in person, giving you the chance to have live conversations in a more natural, immediate setting. That matters for a meet and greet: you can read the room, move between conversations, and build rapport in a way that often feels faster and more comfortable than a formal networking event. The tone is social, but the value is real. This is not a lecture, panel, or highly structured workshop. It is a space for community members to introduce themselves, share what they’re working on, and get to know others without pressure to perform or already know the right people. What to Expect Expect a relaxed meetup format centered on conversation. Rather than a packed agenda, the focus is on creating time for introductions, casual discussion, and organic networking with people who chose to be in the room for similar reasons. You can likely expect the event to include moments like: Arrival and informal settling in, giving people time to get comfortable Introductions or opening remarks to set the tone and help break the ice Open networking where you can move between conversations naturally Community-driven discussion shaped by who attends and what people want to talk about This kind of event tends to work best when you come ready to participate in a simple, genuine way. You do not need a polished pitch or a long backstory. A clear introduction, curiosity about other people, and a willingness to start a few conversations will go a long way. If you’re someone who sometimes finds networking overly transactional, this format should feel different. A meet and greet creates room for lighter, lower-stakes interactions that can still lead to meaningful follow-up, future collaboration, or simply a stronger sense of connection to the community. Why Attend The biggest reason to attend is access to people. Community and networking events are valuable because they create a setting where introductions happen more naturally than they do over email or through cold outreach. Even one strong conversation can turn into a useful connection, a new idea, or a reason to stay engaged. This event is also a good way to build momentum. If you’ve been wanting to be more visible, expand your network, or stop being a passive observer in your community, showing up in person is a practical step. It gives others a chance to know who you are, and it gives you a clearer picture of who else is involved. You may leave with: New contacts you want to stay in touch with A better feel for the community and the people in it Fresh perspective from hearing what others are focused on Potential opportunities for future collaboration, support, or conversation More confidence about attending future events and participating more actively For regular attendees, this is a chance to maintain and deepen existing relationships. For newer attendees, it is a straightforward on-ramp: less intimidating than a formal program, and more personal than simply following along from a distance. Practical Details The event takes place on Tuesday, September 23 at 12:00 PM MDT. Midday timing makes this a strong option if you want to break up your day with something social and professionally useful without committing an entire evening. The listed location type is in person. Since this is a meet and greet, that format is well suited to the purpose: live conversation, spontaneous introductions, and a more fluid social dynamic than a highly programmed session. A few practical ways to prepare: Arrive ready to introduce yourself briefly Think about what you’d like to get out of the event, whether that is meeting peers, finding collaborators, or simply getting more connected Leave a little buffer in your schedule afterward in case a good conversation runs long Bring an open, curious mindset rather than a hard agenda If you’ve been waiting for a low-friction way to meet people and become more active in the community, this is a solid place to begin. Show up, say hello, and give the room a chance to surprise you.
Who should attend
This is for you if you want a more human, low-pressure way to meet people and feel more connected to the community. - **You’re new to the community** and want an easy first event where you can introduce yourself without needing deep background or prior connections. - **You’ve attended before but want to know more people** beyond the handful you already recognize, and you’re looking to widen your circle naturally. - **You value networking that feels conversational rather than transactional**, and you prefer real discussions over formal pitches or rigid programming. - **You’re exploring potential collaborations, partnerships, or shared interests** and want to meet people in a setting where those opportunities can emerge organically. - **You work independently or remotely** and want more face-to-face interaction with others who are also showing up to connect. - **You simply want to stay engaged** with what is happening in the community and meet the people who are part of it. If you’re willing to introduce yourself, ask a few questions, and be open to conversation, you’re likely a great fit.