Networking with Kids: A New Approach for Parent Entrepreneurs

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I accidentally created a solution for parent entrepreneurs struggling to balance networking events with family responsibilities by launching a family-friendly business networking group. The experience revealed how many business owners need ways to grow professionally without sacrificing precious time with their children.
• Found that traditional networking events force parents to choose between business growth and family time
• Created "Networking with Kids" events at Jungle Java with another Alignable Ambassador Dr. Mary from Susie Q's Kids
• Strategically scheduled from 4-6pm following school pickup times
• Provides contained environment where kids can play while parents network
• Saw immediate success with natural connections forming among both parents and children
• Planning expansion to additional venues and potentially multiple monthly events
• Available through Alignable, Meetup, and Eventbrite for interested participants
If you're in the Metro Detroit area, join us at Jungle Java on Hall Road in Clinton Township from 4-6pm on the first Thursday of every month. Parents and kids of all ages are welcome!

RSVP for the next event!

https://www.alignable.com/groups/alignable-alliance-of-metro-detroit-mi/events/networking-with-kids-may-2025?_faid=16503&cpd=1

https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-qwiaqsgd/

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/networking-with-kids-tickets-1317605566719?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Chapters

1. Networking with Kids: A New Approach for Parent Entrepreneurs (00:00:00)

2. Introduction and Gaming Ad Revolution (00:00:49)

3. Understanding Alignable for Business Networking (00:02:02)

4. BNI Experience and Networking Challenges (00:04:25)

5. Discovering the Need for Family-Friendly Networking (00:05:39)

6. Becoming an Alignable Ambassador (00:10:42)

7. How the First Event Unfolded (00:18:26)

8. Event Benefits and Future Plans (00:24:28)

9. Event Details and Closing Thoughts (00:27:54)