Join the Westside Business Leaders Association for our upcoming Networking Luncheon at Mellow Mushroom Avondale, featuring guest speaker Chris Evangelista, Senior Business Consultant with the Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of North Florida.

Chris will discuss how to make networking more effective and how business owners and professionals can turn everyday conversations and connections into meaningful opportunities. He’ll share practical strategies for building stronger professional relationships, expanding your network with purpose, and creating connections that can lead to referrals, partnerships, and long-term business growth.

With nearly two decades of leadership experience with Fortune 500 companies, along with firsthand experience launching and operating his own business, Chris brings a valuable perspective from both the corporate and entrepreneurial sides of business.

Come enjoy lunch, connect with fellow Westside business leaders, and pick up practical ideas you can start using immediately to get more value from your networking efforts.