The Hoxton Apprentice Professional Women's Network brings together like-minded women executives who subscribe to the Network Motto: "There's a special place in Hell for any woman who doesn't help another woman".

We meet every 2 months for a three-course lunch and a speaker - unlike other lunches she begins talking before the first course and continues throughout the lunch. Contacts made via the Network tend to bring either more business or more friends and frequently both. The £45 cost  is split between £25 for the lunch and £20 funding for long-term unemployed who are being given skills to get and keep a permanent job. This is a guilt-free occasion as 100% of the profits are ploughed straight back into the charity, Training For Life. Lunches are from 11.30am to 2:15-ish


For any enquiries or for a place on the waiting list, please contact: evgenia@gmx.co.uk

 

Network lunches: 2012
22nd March
24th May
5th July
20th September
15th November

Networking supper clubs: 2012
22nd February
18th April
20th June
17th October



 

Informal Supper Club - 22nd February


When: Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Where: Hoxton Apprentice, 16 Hoxton Square, London N1 6NT (Old St tube, exit 2)

Enticements: Open Mic where we get to know Networkers; let me know if you want a turn on the mic (talk about your hopes, fears, problems etc - someone in the room may be able to help!). PLUS The Fold will be showing their fashions during and after the meal. Try and buy from their pop-up shop upstairs in the Mezzanine.

Cost: £32 for 2-course meal plus welcoming glass of wine (£10 included in that for Apprentice fund)

Getting contacts and fashion - how can you resist? Book now for this treat.




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Professional Women's Network Lunch - 22nd March
Why men block promotions for women.
What men who pay lip-service to gender diversity REALLY think (and it’s not pretty).

GUEST SPEAKER:
Dr Jan Halper


Dr. Jan Halper, Ph.D. is considered one of the foremost experts on the psychology of men in business. Jan’s first study included interviews with 4,126 men and case studies of 43 men’s lives over two years, which resulted in the international bestseller, Quiet Desperation:The Truth About Successful Men.

Simply because the business case says the company, its employees and shareholders, along with the bottom-line will reap the rewards of being an 'inclusive' organisation does not lead to men supporting gender diversity practices.

Women are the most important untapped resource yet few companies address the benefits to and for men with respect to gender diversity & inclusion practices. Jan hopes her current study will prompt serious dialogue and focus on one of the obstacles to senior women’s success:The White Male. Jan can be reached at: dr.j@bizshrink.com





PLEASE NOTE : Networking starts from 11.30am we sit down at 12.45 precisely. Unlike other lunches, the speaker starts before the first course is served. Please be on time because as the airlines say "if you're late, we won't wait!" Thanks.





 

     

From Marie-Claire(May 2011):
This Network, described as “Cool for Creatives” is one of 4 specially recommended as influential women’s networks. And there’s a case history about Veronique who came to the Network lunch, met people who introduced her to others and through this she obtained a fabulous job in the area she wanted. More importantly, the restaurant’s aim – of training long-term unemployed is described as well.

" I have been to many women's networking events and this one will stand out because it was so jolly and informal and every woman I talked to was accomplished, interesting and fun."
 
"What a lunch! As always the Hoxton is outstandingly lovely and the staff just gorgeous- welcoming friendly and personally involved at every level. The food was very nice and I loved the British theme. I always feel we have had lunch at a house rather than a restuarant because of the personal feel. The people attending were just great – its of course a stunning networking event and I always meet one or two people that I end up being in touch with to a mutual benefit but more importantly it is food for the soul – inspirational people, great conversation, high humour, incredible speakers and worthy causes."
 
"Thank you again for such a fun and inspiring lunch yesterday - I'd do it every week if I could! I loved the way you integrated the experiences of the apprentices and staff and were so honest about how they started and how far they'd come. Brilliant work to you all and congratulations!"
 
"It was a fabulous lunch. I was delighted to meet many more inspirational women. The positivity in the room was shining through."
 
" Lunch was an absolute hoot and Anne was wonderful. The food was delicious and pud went straight to my hips. I was a bit zonked from Kuwait - but so very happy to have been with you all. Thank you."
 
"I think the restaurant has done a really great job and if people do that I always think they deserve their happy clients spreading the word. And thanks for a great lunch. Anne is amazing - I loved her talk. I just want to be her best friend now!"
 
"What a great room full of great women. I am already booking the 4th Nov."
 
"The women you first introduced me to could be a real help to me! In just 10 mins or so she gave me some very useful advice and feedback. I am meeting her over coffee, etc"
 
"Am converted into a fan! Please book me in for November 4."