Handshakes to Hugs with Erin Dennis, CPCE

Walk confidently into your next networking event!

Most seminars and podcasts focus on "how to network" — collecting business cards, maximizing LinkedIn connections, and meeting as many

people as possible. But true networking today is about more than numbers. It's about building authentic relationships and making sincere

connections with people you know, like, and trust.

In this interactive session, Erin shares practical strategies to help you confidently walk into any room and move beyond small talk.

You'll learn how to:

-Identify and connect with the right people

-Open the door to deeper, more authentic conversations

-Develop your "5 in-your-pocket questions" to spark dialogue

-Use social media research to connect with intention and purpose

-Build trust that leads to lasting professional relationships & referrals

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting to grow your network, this program will equip you with the tools and confidence to

transform every handshake into a genuine connection that can grow into meaningful business.

About our speaker: Erin Dennis, CPCE is the founder of Evergreen Hospitality Solutions and a 30-year hospitality pro with deep experience in hotels, sales, events, education and leadership. She teaches hospitality courses at UNC Charlotte and Central Piedmont Community College, has mentored dozens of industry newcomers, and has been part of NACE Charlotte since way back in 1995. She will soon serve on both the local Board of Directors and the NACE National Board as a Chapter Mentor on the Chapter Leaders Council.