SWFL Entrepreneur Connect is a monthly workshop and networking event designed to equip entrepreneurs of all ages with real-world tools to grow their business ideas.
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No Morning Meeting on December 2, 2025.
Join us Tuesday, December 2nd for the Grow Business Mixer—an evening designed to supercharge connections, strengthen our teams, and welcome new guests into the Grow Network family.
Let’s make it an unforgettable night of networking, giving, and growth!
We’re also offering Event Sponsor Tables—each sponsor will receive a six-foot display table to showcase their business to all attendees throughout the mixer. If you want your brand front-and-center, this is the place to be! Sponsorship prices start at only $50.
January 6, 2025
Discover how to turn every introduction into income! This high-energy workshop reveals the insider moves that top closers use to guide prospects from first contact to confident “yes.” Learn how to build trust fast, handle objections like a pro, and close deals with authenticity and confidence—without the awkward sales pitch.
SWFL Entrepreneur Connect
Our mission is simple: to equip entrepreneurs with the skills, strategies, and tools they need to grow and succeed. We believe in fostering a community where business owners can learn from experts, connect with like-minded peers, and gain real-world insights that can be applied immediately.
We also open the doors to the next generation—youth ages 12 and up—giving them the rare opportunity to learn directly from successful entrepreneurs. Our workshops are designed to spark curiosity, inspire innovation, and help young people see what’s possible when you think big and act boldly.
For homeschool families, these sessions offer a unique and engaging supplement to classroom learning—turning business education into a hands-on, real-world experience. Whether you’re launching your first venture, scaling your business, or planting the seeds of entrepreneurship in the next generation, SWFL Entrepreneurs Connect is here to help you make it happen.
What did I Miss?
Why you don’t want to miss SWFL Entrepreneur Connect
Every month, we bring together entrepreneurs, business owners, and students for workshops that actually matter. These aren’t boring lectures—they’re hands-on, real-world sessions packed with tools, strategies, and connections you can use the very same day.
Learn from experts who’ve been there.
Network with people who get what you’re building.
Walk away with ideas and skills to grow faster.
This week, I had the privilege of attending SWFL Entrepreneur Connect – Your Brand in the Spotlight, and it was a game-changer for me as a small business owner. Their insights gave me a deeper understanding of the press—especially the difference between earned media (free, but requires adding real value to readers and journalists) and paid media (guaranteed, but at a cost). What stood out most is how earned press isn’t just exposure—it’s about building trust and contributing meaningful value to your community. As a small business owner, I walked away inspired with practical tools on how to better share my story and get my brand out there. And of course, a huge thank you to JD Ribali for always connecting me with opportunities like these. Your support and encouragement have been instrumental in opening new doors.
Anthony Fonseca Sotelo, Student Entrepreneur
