Practice Proven Techniques to Expand Your Professional Reach

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Date: Thursday, 7 May 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM PDT
Speaker: Cesar Plata
In-person meeting: @Santa Clara University, Alameda Hall, Room 108, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Enter Alameda Hall thru door on West side, facing The Alameda street, across from Pizza My Heart.
Cost (pre-order): $15.00 general admission, $10.00 IEEE Members
Cost (at the door): $20.00, no IEEE discount

Abstract:
Networking expert Cesar Plata will lead us through a dynamic, interactive session where we will practice proven techniques to expand your professional reach. Key topics include:

• The Law of Attraction & Marketing Yourself: Learn how to position yourself effectively.
• Networking Etiquette: Master the art of starting and leaving conversations gracefully.
• The Elevator Pitch: Refine and deliver your personal pitch with confidence.
• Strategic Growth: Explore effective tradeshow tips and learn how to connect and leverage as a team.
• Event Mastery: Gain insights on how to organize events and, most importantly, have fun while networking!

Speaker Bio:
Cesar Plata holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UC Davis and has extensive experience across various Silicon Valley industries. A natural connector, Cesar founded muyBueno.net in 1998 to unite the Bay Area professional community, later evolving the platform into infoBayArea.com and everyCircle.com. For over 15 years, he has organized monthly workshops and large-scale business expos that draw hundreds of entrepreneurs. He is currently preparing to relaunch everyCircle.com, a results-based marketing system designed to help business owners generate connections and increase their presence. (See www.eachCrowd.com for articles by Cesar)