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"The most unstuffy, unpretentious dinner club in London"
With Special Guest
Author and Speaker
Business Networking Strategist
Andy Lopata
Who is Andy Lopata?
I believe that networking is a vital tool in business, from sales generation to career development. Unfortunately, it's still not treated with the same strategic consideration as other business methods, leaving many companies and individuals failing to realise the potential their networks offer.
By knowing why you are networking and what you want to achieve, it is possible to plan accordingly and get great, measurable results.
A business networking strategist, I work with companies on how to use networking tools to develop their businesses. Networking is not just about sales. Whether for lead generation, breaking down silos internally, recruitment and retention of top staff or developing future leaders, networks and collaboration have a key role to play. I work with my clients to help recognise that role and put the strategy and skills in place to leverage it.
I have a regular blog in The Huffington Post and have been quoted in national press, including The Sunday Times, The Financial Times and The Guardian. I have also co-authored two books on networking, with my third book published by Financial Times Prentice Hall in August 2011.
For eight years, I was Managing Director of Business Referral Exchange, one of the UK's leading referral-focused networking groups with over 2,000 member companies.Since leaving BRX, I have worked with companies from one-man bands to global names such as NatWest Bank, Merrill Lynch and Mastercard to help them realise the full potential from their networking.
When I'm not networking, speaking or training I have the dubious pleasure of being an avid Charlton Athletic football fan. I like sports generally, attending British athletics, Wimbledon and the cricket most years and having been to the 2007 Rugby Union World Cup Final.
I also try my hand (very badly) at golf, where my handicap is my swing, and waterskiing. I also swim regularly, although that's also what I spend most of my time doing when I waterski!
Culturally, I love music and have a very eclectic range of taste. I was a typical moody teenager listening to The Doors, Hendrix, Lou Reed and Bowie while at Uni. I hasten to add, they had all long disappeared from the scene by then! My taste these days ranges from classical to punk, with a lot in between. But certainly not Coldplay!
I also go to see films on a regular basis and enjoy going to the theatre several times a year.
My other passion is cooking. I make a mean Chocolate Truffle Torte!
What is the Black Pearl Club?
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The Black Pearl Clubis a director level dinner in a private dining room at Home House, Private Members Club, Portman Square. It is networking with an upgrade. A subtle and discreet approach of peer to peer business introductions in the sophisticated surroundings of one of London's finest houses. An elevated standard of communication and business socialising.
Our members include high achieving entrepreneurs and business owners, together with those from the creative and media industries, balanced with professionals from the Law and Finance sectors, usually at partner level. In fact, a great cross section of London's best.
The ethos is about collaboration, building strong relationships and creating a sense of community, whilst enjoying fabulous events in luxurious surroundings over a delightful dinner. The main feature is the sense of fun. Without a doubt, it is
"The most unstuffy, unpretentious dinner club in London."
What The Black Pearls Say
"Absolutely brilliant networking dinner last night, meeting Tim Campbell, first winner of The Apprentice. Thanks Tanya Mann Rennick for putting together such an amazing event. Recession? What recession?"
Black Pearl Lee Clarke
"The Oyster Club is the best business networking event I’ve ever been to x1,000. I am so glad I found your Oyster Club. It’s really unique; I’ve made some great contacts through it."
"I have to say that I really enjoyed the Black Pearl meeting last week. You have managed to create a very friendly, fun and undaunting atmosphere and I would love to become a Black Pearl member."
The Black Pearl Club is a premium level, advanced and elegant approach of peer to peer networking in the sophisticated surroundings of London’s finest houses and venues.Business connections are made in an understated way, built on the collaborative cultivation of friendship between members.
Have you ever fancied the opportunity to learn something a little bit different but were worried it might be too boring or dry or time consuming? The Cultured Pearl Club is a chance for you to learn about art, history and literature – and call it “part of your job”. All the events include champagne and a light supper and of course – networking with lots of lovely people!It’s ideal for both busy professionals and also for those who do not work but would like to mix with other like minded people and enjoy broadening their horizons.
The Seed Pearl Club is a monthly business breakfast meeting event unlike any other – it’s an opportunity to kick start your day amongst like-minded professionals.Black Pearls and Cultured Pearls often visit and find it a great meeting point for resources, ideas and insights. Get the benefit of a monthly workshop aimed at teaching business skills that can be immediately implemented.The breakfast is all about coming together and sharing strategy and experiences.
The Oyster Club is our flagship monthly meeting and is the fastest growing business and social monthly event in London. The place to be. See and be seen. An opportunity to meet the Pearls and find out first hand why they love The Oyster Club so much. Let your hair down. Have some fun. Celebrate the last Friday of the month in style. Make wonderful new contacts and form collaborations over a glass of fizz. Who knew business could be so fabulous? If you think of most networking events as the Sunday newspapers, The Oyster Club is your glossy supplement. Would you really want to do without it?
