Online Networking Events This Week — October 20 to October 26, 2026

Whether you're a solo founder, a marketer, or a small business owner, you can build real relationships this week without leaving your desk. Here's our roundup of online and virtual networking and learning events running Tuesday, October 20 through Monday, October 26, 2026. Most are free, and a few double as quick skill-builders so you walk away with a new connection and a new tactic.

Game Changers Pro Networking

When: Tuesday, October 20 at 12:00 PM ET | Where: Online | Cost: Free

A weekly midday meetup for professionals who want to trade referrals and build long-term business relationships. Expect a structured, friendly format where each attendee gets a moment to introduce themselves and say who they'd love to meet. Drop in on your lunch break and bring a clear one-sentence description of what you do. Event details

SCORE Workshop: Website Layouts That Convert, Turn SEO Traffic into Sales

When: Wednesday, October 21 at 11:00 AM PDT | Where: Online live event | Cost: Free

Good for small business owners and marketers who already get website visitors but want more of them to become customers. SCORE's volunteer mentors walk through layout and page-structure choices that move people from search results to a sale. Register through SCORE, and use the Q&A to meet other owners facing the same challenges. Event details

Phoenix Rising Weekly Zoom Meeting

When: Thursday, October 22 at 10:00 AM (Phoenix time; check the listing for your timezone) | Where: Zoom | Cost: Free for your first two visits

A weekly Zoom networking group based in Phoenix, a great way to meet local business owners from your couch. New guests can try it twice before deciding whether it's a fit, which makes it a low-pressure way to find a regular networking home. Come ready to share what you do and who your ideal customer is. Event details

SCORE Workshop: Unlock the Power of Google Ads for Small Business Success

When: Thursday, October 22 at 10:00 AM PDT | Where: Online live event | Cost: Free

If you've wondered whether Google Ads is worth the budget, this session is aimed at small business owners who want a practical starting point. Expect an overview of how campaigns are structured and how to avoid common beginner mistakes. It's also a chance to connect with fellow attendees who are testing paid search. Event details

Our Deal Partners Weekly Meeting

When: Thursday, October 22 at 1:00 PM CT | Where: Online | Cost: Free to attend

A weekly online meetup for professionals who like to build business through partnerships and referrals. It suits entrepreneurs who prefer a recurring group where faces become familiar and trust builds over time. Event details

EE Cross-Market Business Networking [ONLINE]

When: Every Friday, including October 23, at 11:30 AM PDT | Where: Zoom at nroi.us/eeonline | Cost: Free

Our recurring Friday favorite brings together business owners from many industries and markets, so you're not just talking to people who do what you do. Show up with a short introduction, listen for referral opportunities, and follow up with at least one new contact afterward. Just click the link and join.

Prefer face-to-face?

Check yesterday's Phoenix in-person networking roundup on the Carte Blanche Media blog. Times and details can change, so confirm each event on its listing page before you join.