**Welcome to Socialite Connections – Fashion & Luxury Retail Founders Business Connections** **Meetup rsvp and Meetup qr code is not a valid ticket, please buy a ticket in advance to attend this event:** https://luma.com/cn4o3pzf Fashion & Luxury Retail Founders Business Connections brings together ambitious founders, brand owners, retailers and industry specialists for an evening of high-value introductions, commercial conversations and potential collaborations. Whether you are launching a new brand, expanding your retail presence, looking for strategic partners, seeking suppliers and specialists, or looking to put your brand in front of the right people, this is an opportunity to make connections that can lead to real business. **The Refinery CityPoint** \- Located just around the corner from Moorgate Station\, it is a stylish and expansive venue in the heart of the City\. With its chic interiors\, statement furniture\, and welcoming atmosphere\, The Refinery is the perfect location for local corporate events\, business breakfasts\, working lunches\, client entertainment\. **Event Schedule** **18:00 – 21:00 \| Welcome & Warm Intro:** Your name will be checked off the guest list, you will be given a name badge and you will be introduced to each other. **19:30 – 20:00 \| One Min Pitch:** All attendees will be given the opportunity to introduce themselves to everyone in the room. **20:00 \- 21:00 \| Informal Networking:** It will be a free form event where guests can mingle amongst each other in a relaxed environment, when the one minute pitch is finished. **Why Attend?** Meet **potential buyers, clients and commercial partners** Discover **new suppliers and specialist services** Create opportunities for **brand collaborations** Raise your **brand and personal profile** Meet people who can help you **scale and grow** Explore **retail, distribution and commercial opportunities** Exchange ideas with other ambitious fashion and luxury businesses Build relationships that

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