Networking Sucks (But Doesn’t Have To) - A Workshop Experience for Creatives and Entrepreneurs
As creatives, entrepreneurs, and self-employed folks, the relationships we build are key to growing our work, whether that means landing new opportunities, finding collaborators, or getting seen. But most networking feels awkward, transactional, or not made for people like us.
We get it. Networking sucks. But it doesn’t have to.
Join us for Networking Sucks (But Doesn’t Have To) — a low-pressure, hands-on workshop-meets-mixer for creatives and entrepreneurs.
Learn practical ways to talk about what you do with confidence, then put it into practice through curated group activities. You’ll leave with useful tools, real connections, and maybe even your next collaborator.
🎟️ Your $25 ticket includes:
🍸 One free drink
💬 An interactive networking workshop
🤝 Hands-on activities to actually meet people
📸 A chance to win a pro headshot session
🎁 Free goodies from sponsors like Taste Salud & Daily Crunch (and more to be announced!)
Our Agenda:
6:30PM: Doors open, come on in and get settled
7:00PM - 7:30PM: Hands-on networking workshop with Sam Popp - learn how to connect with intention and ease
7:30PM - 8:30PM: Creative group activities designed to spark conversation and collaboration
8:30PM: Wrap-up and open networking until 9 to keep the good vibes going!
We Welcome All Creatives and Entrepreneurs:
…whether you’re service-based, CPG, or work across disciplines. Perfect for: artists, designers, creators, performers, media makers, strategists, marketers, consultants, stylists, brand builders, educators, community organizers, wellness practitioners, and anyone building an independent or creative career.
(This event is listed on the Creative Women Entrepreneurs calendar, but is open to all genders!)
About Your Host
Sam Popp is a NYC-based photographer and founder of Creative Women Entrepreneurs, a networking community for creative business owners. Since 2015, she’s connected thousands of creatives across NYC and NJ through events that make relationship-building more accessible, collaborative, and human. Learn more: sampoppshoots.com
About the Venue
Moonzescope is a dynamic Woman Owned production company whose home is a 2,000 sqft loft in the heart of Soho. Designed with flexibility at its core, Moonzescope hosts everything from creative shoots to exhibitions, concerts, workshops, and gatherings, it’s an inspiring space for any kind of creative connection. Learn more: moonzescope.com