Networking Events
Where great ideas and great people come together.
WBDC hosts events throughout the year to foster a supportive community of women entrepreneurs where resources are shared, ideas are exchanged, and connections are made. We hope you’ll join us!
Happy Hour Meet Up (Hartford)
Location: 190 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT
Date & Time: 7/30/2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Join WBDC for an opportunity to meet and mingle with the WBDC community of CT based small business owners and the WBDC team! We'll provide light snacks, drinks and provide ample opportunity to connect in personand share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs.
Coffee & Conversation (Torrington)
Location: 33 Franklin St, Torrington, CT
Date & Time: 8/5/2026 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members bright and early! We’ll provide light snacks and coffee - additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase. Meet us at Crumbs for coffee and pastries and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and inspiration with fellow community members.
WBDC Meet Up (New London)
Location: Tox Brewing Company 123 Bank Street, New London, CT
Date & Time: 8/13/2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Join WBDC for an opportunity to meet and mingle with the WBDC community of CT-based small business owners and the WBDC team! We'll provide light snacks and refreshments, and offer ample opportunities to connect in person and share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs.
Waterbury Networking and Summer Celebration
Location: The People's Place, Inc. 101 Pierpont Road , Waterbury, CT 06705, CT
Date & Time: 8/27/2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a fun and relaxed in-person gathering at the Waterbury Networking and Summer Celebration! It's the perfect chance to meet awesome people, make new connections, and enjoy the summer vibes together. We also want to celebrate all the Waterbury Grant Awardees! Whether you're here to network or just have a good time, this event is all about great conversations and sunny smiles. Don’t miss out on the fun—come hang out with us and celebrate the season!
Coffee & Conversation (Hartford)
Location: 80 Pratt St, Hartford, CT
Date & Time: 9/10/2026 10:00 am- 12:00pm
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members. We’ll provide light snacks and coffee - additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase.Meet us in downtown Hartford at Bloom Bakeshop, 80 Pratt Street, CT 06103for great conversations, delicious pastries, coffee and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and inspiration with fellow community members and entrepreneurs.
Norwalk Meet-Up - WBDC, Greater Norwalk Chamber, City of Norwalk
Location: Coals Pizza, 9 Wall Street, Norwalk, CT
Date & Time: 10/13/2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join the Women's Business Development Council, the Greater Norwalk Chamber, and the City of Norwalk to meet and mingle with business professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders. Cash bar and light appetizers will be provided. Meet us at Coals in Norwalk for delicious food and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and inspiration with fellow community members. Parking is located across the street in the Main Street Lot.
Coffee & Conversation (New London)
Location: Tox Brewing Company, 123 Bank Street, New London, CT
Date & Time: 11/19/2026 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Join WBDC to meet and mingle with fellow entrepreneurs and WBDC team members bright and early! We’ll provide light snacks and coffee - additional food and specialty drinks will be available for purchase. Meet us on Bank Street at Tox Brewing Company for coffee and pastries and the opportunity to connect in person and share ideas and inspiration with fellow community members.
Happy Hour Meet Up (Hartford)
Location: 190 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT
Date & Time: 12/8/2026 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Join WBDC for an opportunity to meet and mingle with the WBDC community of CT based small business owners and the WBDC team! We'll provide light snacks, drinks and provide ample opportunity to connect in personand share ideas with fellow entrepreneurs.