Networking
Our partners love to network so we created one of a kind events that offer different atmospheres that fit your business needs. Whether you are looking to connect with leading industry professionals or build relationships with new contacts the CEP has something for you. As with most CEP programs and initiatives, all of these networking opportunities are FREE to partners as part of maximizing their Return on Investment!
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Every morning is an exCEPtional Morning in the Ocala Metro! This monthly breakfast has become a can't miss opportunity for more than 350 partners to hear from a speaker of significance to the business community and to network with hundreds of local leaders. Held the 3rd Wednesday morning of each month, the breakfast is hosted at Reilly Arts Center, 500 NE 9th Street. Don't miss out - reserve your spot today!
Named Ocala's "Premier Networking Event", Business After Hours is a signature event that hundreds of our partners enjoy every third Thursday of the month from 5:00-7:00pm. Each month is hosted by a different partner at their place of business to showcase their products and services. This is a free event to partners that includes food, drinks, incredible networking, and a great return on investment.
This is our partners sure way of putting caffeine in their networking. Build relationships in a casual intimate setting while enjoying a light breakfast and connecting with other business professionals in the community. These events are held bi-monthly at different host partners. Check the event calendar for upcoming dates.
Earn your MBA or Marion Business Advantage by taking part in our smaller, after-hours networking event. These quarterly events are held throughout the county to make it easier for our partners to access networking opportunities closer to home. MBA is held in more intimate locations, allowing partners who have not previously been able to host an event to showcase their business. Check the event calendar for upcoming dates.
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Networking doesn't have to be painful. Learn the secrets from the CEP's Networking Professionals. The experts share their tips on effective networking. Held 4 times a year, this popular lunch session will fill-up quickly! Check the event calendar for upcoming dates.
NetWorks is a referral networking program facilitated in a small group setting that offers partners the opportunity to meet business leaders. Please email: Jess@OcalaCEP.com to join a NetWorks group. Currently we have the following NetWorks Groups:
Belleview Business Leaders
2nd Tuesday, 4:00 PM
Citizens First Bank in Belleview
Contact: Betty Otero, Betty@greggsmithautomotive.com
CEP Power Hour
4th Thursday, 9:30 AM
Springhill Suites Ocala
Contact: Kim Muse, Admit.Bridgewateral@tlcmgmt.com
Conexión Hispana
Traveling Meeting - please email for meeting location
Contact: Jorge Sevilla, Esq. jorge@inaesq.com
Stiletto Network 
First & Third Tuesdays
4:00 PM | Call for meeting location
Contact: Angie Umpleby, UmplebyTravels@gmail.com
VetWorks
2nd Tuesday of each month
Traveling location - please email for location
Contact: Owen McCarthy, OMcCarthy@GulfAtlanticBank.com or Ashley Miller, Ashley@MillerandSonPlumbing.net
Young Leaders of Ocala
2nd at 8:15 AM and 4th Wednesday at 11:30 AM
2nd: Meeting in the CEP Boardroom | 4th: Lunch at Midtown Station
Contact: Olivia Fuller, Olivia@MillerandSonsPlumbing.net