BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Palaner//palaner Single Event//EN METHOD:PUBLISH CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:meetup-9cdf9fbe8b@palaner.app DTSTAMP:20260802T142318Z DTSTART:20260819T010000Z DTEND:20260819T023000Z SUMMARY:Tech After Hours: Happy Hour at InterContinental SF | August 18\, 2 026 LOCATION:InterContinental San Francisco DESCRIPTION:Saved in Palaner as: saved\n\nPalaner match: 39% · why: lots of people going\n\nJoin us for our Tech After Hours: Happy Hour on Tuesday\, August 18th\, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT at InterContinental SF\nThe Profes sional Connector next Tech After Hours: Happy Hour is on Tuesday\, August 18th\, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM PDT at InterContinental San Francisco by IHG l ocated at 888 Howard St\, San Francisco\, California.\n\nWhether you’re lo oking to expand your network\, explore new opportunities\, or simply unwin d after work\, this mixer offers the perfect setting for meaningful conver sations and connections. We look forward to an evening of networking\, gre at drinks\, and engaging conversations.\n\nRSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Ti ckets while available. General Ticket is $15.\nEarly registration is encou raged.\nRSVP NOW: https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com\nRSVP on M eetup does not guarantee admission!\n\nNote 1: If you are feeling sick\, h ave a cough\, cold\, fever\, or any other symptoms\, please stay home and join us at a future event when you are feeling better.\nNote 2: We are gra teful to our host venue for welcoming our group. Please support them by pu rchasing at least one drink and\, if possible\, some food\, and by tipping generously.\n\nOur Cocktails and Tech Happy Hour events are where young p rofessionals\, startup professionals\, executives\, tech leaders\, and mor e meet\, relax\, and have a good time making connections after work. Inter ested in meeting amazing professionals? Come to the beautiful InterContine ntal San Francisco and be ready to build relationships\, expand your netwo rk\, and have a great time! This is a great opportunity to find new connec tions and meet new people in general. Regardless of your industry level\, or your industry you are welcomed to join us.\n\nRSVP Now for FREE Early B ird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15.\nEarly registration is encouraged.\nRSVP NOW: https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com\nRSV P on Meetup does not guarantee admission!\n\nOur attendees work at compani es such as Bank of America\, Wells Fargo\, Google\, ZeroCater\, Coffee Mee ts Bagel\, Redfin\, Google\, Comcast Ventures\, Oracle\, Salesforce\, GoPr o\, Sequoia Real Estate\, DoorDash\, Hyatt Regency\, BlueCart\, Kaiser Per manente\, IBM\, Genentech\, Deloitte\, Nestle\, Accenture\, HP\, Intel\, A mazon\, Lyft\, Facebook\, HSBC\, Capegimini\, Yelp\, J.P. Morgan and more. \n\nThe Professional Connector has hosted successful events with well-know n sponsors and partners. Based on the type of event we reach out to differ ent partners we have worked with in the past and are always looking for ne w sponsors. Our previous Partners and Sponsors have included such companie s as WP Engine\, Instapage\, vCita\, General Assembly\, Constant Contact\, Yelp\, WeWork\, Diablo Magazine\, SF Business Times\, Lyft\, Uber and mor e.\n\nTo learn more about our Sponsorship Opportunities\, call us today at 510-761-5895 or visit our website www.ProfessionalConnector.com/Sponsors/ \n\nThe Professional Connector proudly hosts this networking happy hour at the InterContinental San Francisco\, one of the city’s premier luxury hot els located in the heart of the South of Market (SoMa) district. Known for its contemporary design\, upscale atmosphere\, and exceptional hospitalit y\, the InterContinental provides the perfect setting for professionals to connect\, socialize\, and build meaningful relationships.\nJoin an evenin g of networking with entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, tech professionals \, and new connections in a sophisticated and welcoming environment. With its modern interiors\, stylish gathering spaces\, and vibrant downtown ene rgy\, the InterContinental San Francisco offers an ideal backdrop for afte r-work networking and memorable conversations.\nConveniently located near the Moscone Center\, Financial District\, Union Square\, and many of San F rancisco’s leading business and technology companies\, the InterContinenta l San Francisco is a preferred destination for corporate events\, professi onal gatherings\, and social networking experiences.\n\nLocated at 888 How ard St\, San Francisco\, California.\nWe can’t wait to see you!\n\nRSVP No w for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15.\nEar ly registration is encouraged.\nRSVP NOW: https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.e ventbrite.com\nRSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!\n\nMEET THE PR OFESSIONAL CONNECTOR/EVENT HOST - David Mitroff\, PhD\nDavid is a sought-a fter Business Growth Strategist who shares his secrets for creating succes sful brands that stand out and thrive. David inspires business professiona ls through his keynote talks on a wide range of topics such as how to buil d a brand with data-driven marketing\, digital leadership: growing your on line presence\, and the psychology behind building professional connection s.\n\nDavid Mitroff\, Ph.D. (www.DavidMitroff.com) is the Founder and Chie f Consultant at Piedmont Avenue Consulting (www.PiedmontAve.com). David qu estions assumptions\, offers creative ideas\, and encourages new initiativ es from strategy through implementation.\n\nDavid’s wealth of knowledge is transferred to clients leading to heightened sales\, increased customer e xperiences\, and enhanced relationship building techniques. David has an e xtensive educational background\, in addition to professional sales traini ng\, which includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with coursework in Busi ness Administration\, Legal Studies\, and Marketing\, providing a foundati on for excellent critical and analytical thinking\, business strategy\, re lationship building\, and networking.\n\nPiedmont Avenue Consulting helps hospitality businesses grow through strategic consulting\, operational exp ertise\, and innovative marketing solutions. Our Hospitality Consulting se rvices support hotels\, restaurants\, bars\, resorts\, and hospitality bra nds with customized strategies designed to improve operations\, enhance gu est experiences\, increase profitability\, and drive long-term growth. Thr ough our Boutique Hotel Consulting services\, we help independent hotels a nd hospitality properties strengthen their market positioning\, optimize r evenue opportunities\, and create memorable guest experiences. Our Restaur ant Concept Development services assist restaurateurs and hospitality entr epreneurs with concept creation\, branding\, menu strategy\, customer expe rience design\, and operational planning to build successful and scalable dining concepts. In addition\, our Bar Program Consulting services help ba rs\, restaurants\, hotels\, and hospitality venues develop profitable beve rage programs through cocktail menu development\, beverage strategy\, staf f training\, and operational optimization. Whether launching a new venture \, repositioning an existing property\, or expanding operations\, Piedmont Avenue Consulting provides the expertise and industry insight needed to h elp hospitality businesses thrive in today's competitive marketplace.\n\nC ontact us at www.PiedmontAve.com\, and let’s create a customized plan to e levate your business success.\n\nThroughout his career\, Dr. Mitroff has s erved as an instructor for several reputable colleges such as the Universi ty of California at Berkeley\, in addition to being a featured media exper t for NBC\, ABC\, Forbes\, Entrepreneur\, Inc. Magazine\, Washington Post\ , Hospitality Technology\, Hospitality Net and more. David has also writte n books on Online Business Growth Strategies\, Law Firm Business Growth St rategies\, The Event Effect\, and more!\nIf you're looking for a business consultant\, keynote speaker\, executive coach\, or marketing expert\, sch edule a FREE call with David Mitroff Ph.D. to get started!\n\nRSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. General Ticket is $15.\nEarly re gistration is encouraged.\nRSVP NOW: https://tech-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventb rite.com\nRSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admission!\n\nThe Professional Connector. A vision of Piedmont Avenue Consulting\, Inc.\nWe organize and promote hundreds of Bay Area business networking and social mixers to spe cifically target Business Strategies and Small Medium Business Enterprises and provide industry professionals with a chance to make new business and personal connections\, build their network\, find new clients\, and expan d their business. We bring the SF Bay Area working community together and strive to promote positive business relationships.\n\nFrequently Asked Que stions\nWhy Attend?\nLooking to expand your professional network in the Ba y Area entrepreneurial and business community? Our Cocktails and Tech Happ y Hour is the perfect place to meet founders\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, creatives\, marketers\, and professionals from a wide range of industries . Exchange ideas\, build meaningful connections\, discover new opportuniti es\, and stay connected with what’s happening in the local business scene — all in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.\n\nWho Usually Attends?\nOur events attract a diverse mix of professionals\, including entrepreneurs\, investors\, consultants\, marketers\, recruiters\, business owners\, and c reatives. Attendance can range from intimate gatherings to larger mixers w ith hundreds of attendees. No matter the size\, the environment is always friendly\, social\, and easy to network in. Event hosts will also be avail able throughout the evening to help introduce guests and keep conversation s flowing.\n\nWhat Should I Bring?\nBring business cards and be ready to s hare your LinkedIn profile or contact information. Networking events move quickly\, so having an easy way to connect after the event helps turn conv ersations into lasting professional relationships.\n\nIs There a Dress Cod e?\nBusiness casual is recommended. Whether you’re coming from work or mee ting friends afterward\, we encourage attendees to dress polished and prof essional. Photos and videos may be taken during the event\, so it’s a grea t opportunity to make a strong impression.\n\nWhat’s on the Menu?\nEnjoy e xpertly crafted cocktails and beverages available throughout the evening a t InterContinental San Francisco by IHG. Sip\, unwind\, and connect in a s tylish atmosphere while enjoying drinks designed to elevate your networkin g experience.\n\nWant to Expand Your Network?\nWhether you’re looking for new partnerships\, career opportunities\, business ideas\, clients\, or si mply a fun and productive way to spend your evening\, this mixer is design ed to help you connect with ambitious and like-minded professionals. Invit e your colleagues\, friends\, or team members and join us for an evening o f networking\, conversations\, and community at Hotel Spero Bar Esper San Francisco.\n\nRSVP Now for FREE Early Bird Tickets while available. Genera l Ticket is $15.\nEarly registration is encouraged.\nRSVP NOW: https://tec h-happy-hour-ihg-sf.eventbrite.com\nRSVP on Meetup does not guarantee admi ssion! URL:https://www.meetup.com/sanfranciscoevents/events/315861517/ CATEGORIES:palaner,saved STATUS:TENTATIVE END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR