Permission to Mingle: A New Take on Networking
Date and Time
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Fees/Admission
$20 Chamber Members
$30 Guests
Free for neXt Members
Contact Information
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber
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Description
Forget stiff handshakes and awkward elevator pitches — this is not your typical networking talk. In this high-energy, joy-fueled keynote, Princess Paula gives you full permission to mingle — your way.
Through storytelling, laughter, and real-life strategies, you’ll learn how to connect with confidence, spark unforgettable conversations, and enjoy the process (yes, really!). Whether you're an introvert, a reluctant extrovert , or somewhere in between, you’ll leave feeling empowered, equipped, and ready to walk into any room like you own it.
Because networking doesn’t have to be dreadful — and everyone isn’t your competition.
Key Takeaways:
🤝 Build real relationships by shifting from competition to connection — creating support, shared wins, and new opportunities.
🤝Create referral partnerships that generate business and grow your visibility with the right people.
🤝 Make networking feel natural and enjoyable with confident conversation starters and follow-up habits that actually stick.
Meet Princess Paula
Paula Skoviera, known as Princess Paula, is a speaker, trainer, and business development strategist with over 20 years of experience helping organizations thrive. Through her company, Princess Paula Consulting, she equips businesses of all sizes with smart strategies in networking, marketing, Google, and AI/ChatGPT. Energetic and engaging, Paula has worked with Fortune 500 companies, national franchises, chambers, and nonprofits, delivering workshops and keynotes that inspire action and spark connection.
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