# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Speed Networking Breakfast
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us be a part of the vibrant community driving innovation and economic growth in the East Midlands.About this EventThe Startup Connections: Networking Series returns in 2026, bringing together Crucible participants, entrepreneurs, business leaders, mentors and members of the local business community.This October, the series will take the form of a Speed Networking Breakfast. Through a series of short, focused conversations, attendees will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of people, make useful introductions and explore potential partnerships, ideas and sources of support.The event will also feature Jenny Cross, entrepreneur, marketing strategist and business mentor, who will share practical insights into effective business networking.Jenny has built, scaled and exited businesses, including the international asset sale of Niche Magazine and the Niche Business Awards. She founded and led Cross Productions, an award-winning marketing agency, and now co-runs Vantage Marketing Group, a consultancy specialising in strategic marketing, commercial value and practical AI capability.She is also Pro-Chancellor at De Montfort University, an official Virgin Start Up mentor and business coach, and founder of The East Midlands Boardroom, a curated community for established founders and scale-up leaders.Hosted by De Montfort University, the event is part of the DMU Crucible programme, which provides mentoring, training, funding and practical support for early-stage businesses.The breakfast is open to business leaders, mentors and entrepreneurs looking to expand their networks, exchange experience and connect with emerging businesses across the region.Questions or want to learn more?Email businessservices@dmu.ac.ukPlease note, you must be a registered business to attend.Agenda🕑: 08:30 AM - 08:45 AMArrival, pastries and refreshments🕑: 08:45 AM - 08:50 AMWelcome and introductionHost: Lee Paxman-Clarke🕑: 08:50 AM - 09:05 AMThe importance of networking in businessHost: Jenny CrossInfo: Jenny Cross, CEO of Vantage Marketing Group and East Midlands Boardroom will discuss the importance of networking in business, and introduce the speed networking session.🕑: 09:05 AM - 10:00 AMSpeed networking sessionInfo: Speed networking event (3 minute rotations) hosted by Lee Paxman-Clarke🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AMReflections Host: Lee Paxman-Clarke
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/speed-networking-breakfast/100001994843992080
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
  - Location: De Montfort University, The Innovation Centre
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Leicester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: De Montfort University, The Innovation Centre
- **lat**: 52.63013489999999
- **long**: -1.1367972
- **full address**: De Montfort University, The Innovation Centre, 49 Oxford Street, Leicester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Speed Networking Breakfast being held?
  - **A:** Speed Networking Breakfast takes place on Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 10:15 am at De Montfort University, The Innovation Centre, 49 Oxford Street, Leicester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Speed Networking Breakfast?
  - **A:** Speed Networking Breakfast is organized by De Montfort University.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Speed Networking Breakfast 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 Leicester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Speed Networking Breakfast sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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