# Event Details - **Event Name**: WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 11:30 am – Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm - **Event Description**: Learn how genuine relationships, consistent engagement, and thoughtful follow-up create trust, referrals, and lasting business growth.About this EventYour Downers Grove Chapter Leader is Candy KlosterTopic: The Power of Effective Networking: Building Relationships That Build Your BusinessGuests - Your first meeting is on us! If you are not a paid member of WESOS and this is your first time ever going to a WESOS meeting, select the non-member ticket and use promo code FIRSTTIMEFREE to get your first ticket free.Join us on Thursday, June 18, at 11:30 am, for an engaging networking meeting featuring member, WESOS Leader/Member speaker,Candy Kloster. Please note the change in venue. Free parking garage.We will be focusing on the true purpose of effective networking: building genuine relationships rather than simply collecting contacts or making quick sales. It highlights the importance of showing up consistently, listening well, following up, giving before asking, and becoming a trusted connection in your community.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Be interested, not just interesting. Ask questions, listen, and learn what matters to others.Follow up after the room. The real relationship starts after the meeting, not during it.Give before you ask. Referrals, support, introductions, and kindness build long-term trust.Effective networking is simple: show up, be genuine, and help people feel seen.MEETING SCHEDULE:11:30-12:00 Arrival & Open Networking and Lunch12:00: Meeting & Presentation Begins1:30 Meeting ConcludesWHAT TO BRING:About 40 business cardsYour planner/calendarSomething to take notes withA friend! Invite them to register as a guest.Join us to grow your personal and professional skills, network and grow authentic relationships! Simply reserve your spot for this event with the appropriate ticket type as either a paid WESOS Network Member or as a Non-Member (Guest).Not yet a WESOS Member?Learn more about WESOSExplore our other ChaptersJoin the WESOS network!Use Promo Code DOWNERSGROVE10 when purchasing your membership for a 10% discount!IMPORTANT INFO REGARDING YOUR RSVP:Please be aware, we value your reservation as a commitment. Repeat offenders will automatically be moved off the attending list for:RSVPing "Yes" and not attending the meeting [no call-no show]Cancelling your RSVP less than 24 hours before the meeting begins (especially, when there is a waitlist)Consistent tardiness. Understandably, cars break down & people get sick which is why we run on a "3 strikes and you're out" policy.We thank you for your understanding as we do our best to accommodate everyone who wants to attend our meetings.Meeting Sponsors:Sara Jane AbbottSee Jane SparkleChief Sparkle Officer - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/downers-grove/wesos-downers-grove-networking-that-builds-relationships-and-business/100001991639399056 - **Event Categories**: meetups, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 25, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Downers Grove - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Entourage Downers Grove - **lat**: 41.7950326 - **long**: -88.0100982 - **full address**: Entourage Downers Grove, 5101 Main Street, Downers Grove, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c176ff62b76c0195e390b8b09cfb95e4ec6dbfb46884a43970282183b5748ef5-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781166858 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business being held? - **A:** WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business takes place on Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 11:30 am to Thu, 18 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Entourage Downers Grove, 5101 Main Street, Downers Grove, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business? - **A:** WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business is organized by WESOS Network: Downers Grove, IL Chapter. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WESOS Downers Grove: Networking That Builds Relationships and Business is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Downers Grove, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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