Limited number of FREE tickets are still available - but once they’re gone, the price returns to $39! Don’t miss this high-value opportunity to connect with top professionals, gain expert guidance, and win exclusive perks.

TLDR;

Join the LinkedIn Local Calgary Networking Event, organized by Alish Sh., a seasoned event host with a decade of experience in fostering meaningful connections. This event offers unparalleled networking with entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and industry professionals, providing opportunities for partnerships, funding, and business growth. With past events attracting top organizations like Lenovo, Deloitte, Boston Consulting Group, IBM, and ByteDance, this casual yet impactful gathering ensures valuable connections without formal sessions - just pure networking. Don’t miss the chance to expand your professional circle and unlock new opportunities!

In this page, you'll read more on:

1. About

2. Why you should join

3. Who should join

4. Agenda

5. Our previous attendees (startups, government agencies and corporations)

6. Sponsorship enquiries

1. About

Following the success of our debut LinkedIn Local Calgary event earlier this year - which brought together 150 leaders in under two weeks - we’re excited to continue the momentum with the next edition of this vibrant series.

For over a decade, Alish Sh. has been curating meaningful events designed to foster authentic, high-impact connections. Through collaborations with leading international startups, each meetup has left a lasting impression and earned attention from major media outlets.

Now, with LinkedIn Local Calgary becoming a growing staple in the local business scene, Alish brings not just experience but a proven format that delivers results. Whether you're looking for partners, clients, collaborators, or simply fresh inspiration, this event is thoughtfully structured to help you make the right connections.

2. Why you should join

Unparalleled Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of professionals all in one place.

Exclusive Access to Resources: Get access to exclusive resources, tools, and information that can help accelerate your business growth.

Collaborative Environment: Engage in a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages idea exchange, innovation, and partnership building.

Memorable Experience: Enjoy a well-organized, high-quality event that promises to be memorable and impactful, backed by Alish's decade of event-organizing expertise.

Growth Opportunities: Whether you are looking to expand your network, seek investment, find new collaborators, or simply learn and grow, this event offers numerous opportunities to achieve your goals.

We have received countless testimonies about the success stories of our attendees who found their ideal investors, business collaborators, and partners at our previous meetups. We hope you will be the next one!

3. Who should join

Entrepreneurs and Startups: Individuals looking to network with potential investors, partners, and collaborators to grow their business.

Investors and Venture Capitalists: Professionals seeking promising startups and innovative ideas for investment opportunities.

Industry Professionals: Experts from various fields interested in expanding their network, sharing knowledge, and exploring new collaborations.

Business Leaders and Executives: Leaders aiming to stay ahead of industry trends, gain insights from thought leaders, and form strategic partnerships.

Corporate Representatives: Companies looking to explore innovative solutions, form partnerships, and engage with the startup ecosystem.

Community Builders: Individuals passionate about fostering connections, supporting entrepreneurship, and contributing to a vibrant business community.

4. Agenda

Enjoy free and casual networking without speakers or a set agenda. We'll share details beforehand to help you maximize your experience.

5. Our previous attendees (startups, government agencies and corporations)

Although LinkedIn Local Calgary was formed in 2025, Alish's recent events under different brands have attracted attendees and representatives from some of the best startups, government agencies, and multinational corporations. Notable participants include:

PETRONAS

Deloitte

Bank of China

American Express

PwC

Honda

China Construction Bank

Grab

ByteDance

Intel

EY

Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Lenovo

IBM

And many more!

6. Sponsorship enquiries

Feel free to reach out via LinkedIn if you're interested in partnering with us for a mutually beneficial collaboration or sponsorship opportunity.

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