📍 The Laff, 42 York Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 5S6
🏢 Hosted by Strive Networking
Strive Networking is hosting a finance and business networking event at The Laff in downtown Ottawa. The event welcomes both tenured professionals and newcomers in the finance and business space. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet consultants, analysts, bankers, accountants, lenders, and entrepreneurs, as well as professionals from other sectors including tech, real estate, and healthcare. The event is intended for those 18 and over, with limited tickets available.
Event details
- Dress Code: Business casual, job fair attire
- Duration: 2 hours (attendees may arrive at any point in the 6:00–8:00 p.m. timeframe)
- What’s Provided: Name tags will be provided at check-in
- Refund Policy: Refunds permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as the request is not within 48 hours before the event start time. Full refunds to original payment method (Eventbrite fees not reimbursed).
Why it’s worth going
This event offers finance and accounting students a chance to connect directly with working professionals across multiple finance disciplines, including accountants, analysts, and bankers. The multi-vertical format means students can expand their network beyond just their immediate field of study and explore adjacent industries. With professionals ranging from newcomers to established experts, students can find mentors, learn about career paths, and potentially meet future employers or business partners.
Going in prepared
Bring business cards to exchange contact information with the professionals you meet. Plan to arrive in business casual or job fair attire, as this is explicitly required. Since the event runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and attendees can arrive at any point, consider coming early to maximize networking time. Come with an open mind ready to meet professionals from various backgrounds beyond just finance, including tech, real estate, and healthcare.
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