Want to network, learn about new industries, or amp up your professional skills? From a summertime mixer to a negotiating workshop for women, here are the business and professional events to check out in Boston this week.
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Afterwork Social: Summer Mixer
The Afterwork Social, a monthly networking mixer for professionals, is launching its summer events at La Casa de Pedro, near the Seaport. Admission includes complimentary appetizers and the chance to "socialize with Boston's most talented and interesting professionals in a relaxing atmosphere!"
When: Thursday, June 21, 6-9 p.m.
Where: La Casa de Pedro, 505 Congress St.
Admission: $5
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Angel Investment for High-Growth Food Startups
If you work in the food world, now's your chance to learn more about securing angel investment for your food startup. Branchfood and Branch Venture Group will lead this discussion on the terminology used by angel investors and venture capitalists, the pros and cons of raising early-stage investment for your startup, and the process for raising funding.
Featured speakers include Branch Venture Group co-founder Marcia Hooper, executive Marjorie Radlo-Zandia, sustainable food investor Lisa Sebesta and chef and accountant Julia Shanks. Snacks and drinks will be provided, with opportunities for networking after the talk.
When: Thursday, June 21, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: CIC Boston, 50 Milk St., Floor 20
Admission: $20
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Why Bots and Humans Should Collaborate
In an era where customers expect service within seconds, artificial intelligence and bots can help companies provide better, faster service.
At this event hosted by the American Marketing Association, panelists Stephen Pappas (Panviva), Jamie Punishill (Lionbridge) and Claritza Abreu (State Street Corporation) will discuss how businesses can innovate with AI and chatbots, best practices to improve engagement and why bots won't make human customer service obsolete.
When: Thursday, June 21, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Industrious Boston – Seaport, 22 Boston Wharf Road., Floor 7
Admission: $20 (AMA members); $30 (non-members)
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Work Smart: Salary Negotiation For Women
Women working full-time in the United States are typically paid 80 percent of what white men are paid — and the gap widens further for women of color. This two-hour workshop from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and the Boston Public Library aims to change that.
At the workshop, women will learn how to quantify and articulate their value, conduct market research and determine a fair salary, and make a strategic pitch for a raise. Attendees will also have an opportunity to practice their negotiation skills.
When: Saturday, June 23, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Kirstein Business Library & Innovation Center, 700 Boylston St.
Admission: Free
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