SD NETWORKING EVENTS 36+ EVENTS ANNUALLY

Mixers — Business Showcases Networking Cruises — Summit Events

Where San Diego Businesses Come To Grow

Our mission is to bring San Diego’s business community together by creating exceptional networking experiences that inspire meaningful relationships, strategic partnerships, and lasting business growth. Through high-quality events, educational summits, and collaborative opportunities, we empower entrepreneurs, executives, business owners, and professionals to connect, learn, and succeed while strengthening the local economy and fostering a thriving business community.

Upcoming Events

AUG

13

SD Networking Events August 2026 Business Networking Mixer

5:00 PM • San Diego

AUG

19

SD Networking Events – August 2026 Business Showcase Expo

4:00 PM • San Diego

AUG

27

SD Networking Events – August Business Mixer 2026 – North County Edition

5:00 PM • San Diego

SEP

10

SD Networking Events September 2026 Business Networking Mixer

5:00 PM • San Diego

SEP

23

Leadership Summit – SD Networking Events 2026

4:00 PM • San Diego

Coming Up Next

Upcoming Events

Stay updated with our upcoming events, special gatherings, and exciting experiences. Don’t miss the moments that bring our community together.

Membership

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

One annual membership gives you access to 36+ events, fast check-in,
and perks that pay for themselves after just two events.

Basic Annual Membership

$199
/year
  • Attend 36+ Events Per Year
  • Fast Check-In – No Line
  • Retail Value $783.00
  • $199 ÷ 12 Months = $16.58/month

VIP Annual Membership

$249
/year
  • Attend 36+ Events Per Year ($494 for Non Members)
  • Fast Check-In – No Line
  • Get Business Showcase Table Per Quarter ($300 for Non Members)
  • Bring 1 Guest or Co-Worker Per Event ($494 Value)
  • $249 ÷ 12 Months = $20.57/Month
  • Retail value if you attended all 36+ Events with Guest as non VIP Member ($1,206.00 Value)
  • Get your business featured on Fox5/KUSI News ($1,000.00 Value)
  • 50% Off Business Networking Cruise
Sponsorship

SPONSORSHIP INVESTMENT OPTIONS

One sponsor per industry category. Limited slots 
lock down yours before your competitor does.

Quarterly Investment

  • Exclusive booth/table at up to 9 events for 3 month period.
  • 3-5 minute speaking opportunity at Business Mixers & Showcases
  • 20-30 minute speaking slot at 1-2 industry-related summits
  • Business logo placement on all website & event pages – high visibility!
  • 4 complimentary guest passes per event
  • Email promotion (25K+ subscribers) – featured 3 times over 90 days
  • Social media promotion (150K+ audience) – featured 6-8 times over 90 days
Launch Sponsorship

Annual Investment

  • Full access to all 36+ events per year
  • Business showcase table at every Business Mixer & Showcase event
  • Premium booth/table placement at every Summit event
  • Business logo placement on all website & event pages (8 total)
  • 4 complimentary guest passes per event
  • Speaking engagements and 2 Tickets to one Bay Cruise Per Year
  • 20-30 minutes at 1-2 industry-related summits
  • 5-10 minutes at all 36+ Mixers & Showcases
  • Promotion to our 150,000+ social media followers & 25K+ email list
  • Get your business featured on Fox5/KUSI News ($1,000.00 Value)
Growth Sponsorship

VIP Annual Membership

Limited Slots
  • Speaking opportunity at ALL 7 summit events – Establish full industry authority! 2 Tickets to attend Bay Cruise per year.
  • SD Networking Team will staff your booth if you’re unable to attend
  • Bonus exposure through gift bags, contests, surveys & online press releases
  • Industry exclusivity – Secure and lock down your category!
Legacy Sponsorship

18+

Years in Digital
Marketing & Events

Meet the Founder

About SD Networking Events Founder James Hickey

James Hickey is the Founder of SD Networking Events, launched in 2021 to connect business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups through impactful networking experiences across San Diego. With over 18 years of experience in digital marketing and business development, James has built one of San Diego’s fastest-growing business networking communities, hosting 36+ events annually including mixers, expos, showcases, and summit events. In 2008, James founded JMH Marketing Group, a digital marketing agency specializing in lead generation, Google Ads, video marketing, social media strategy, and local business growth. His passion is helping businesses expand their reach, build meaningful connections, and create long-term growth opportunities.

Sponsorships

SD Networking Events Sponsorships

PowerTeam International logo featuring a stylized "P" and the text "Business Growth Experts", relevant to San Diego Networking Events and business collaboration.
Collage of professional headshots featuring business leaders from Batta | Fulkerson, emphasizing networking and business connections for San Diego Networking Events.
San Diego Networking Events logo featuring bold text "Real Deal" in red and "SLEEP" in gray, representing the organization’s brand for business networking and collaboration.
Cryotherapy and compression wellness therapies illustrated with a woman in red light, showcasing health and recovery benefits.
The AList logo featuring bold text on an orange background, representing event coverage, video production, and entertainment news, relevant to San Diego Networking Events.
San Diego Networking Events logo featuring a tropical sunset, palm trees, and a cocktail glass, symbolizing business networking and social connections in a vibrant setting.
Image promoting local search optimization services, featuring a side-by-side comparison of search results before and after using the service, highlighting increased visibility with red and green markers on maps, and a call-to-action for a free trial.
Music Box logo featuring stylized soundwave graphic, representing a venue for elite networking events in San Diego.
AWeber promotional graphic featuring a friendly robot character, highlighting free email marketing and landing page services for business networking events in San Diego.
VensureHR logo representing a business partner in San Diego Networking Events, emphasizing professional connections and sponsorship opportunities.
KUSI News promotional graphic featuring a live interview offer for "Good Business San Diego," highlighting a 0 rate for local businesses to gain exposure on a trusted TV platform.

Ready to Grow Your Business in San Diego?

Partner with SD Networking Events and connect directly with entrepreneurs, executives, startups, and decision-makers across San Diego. With 36+ high-energy networking events annually, your business gains year-round visibility through live events, speaking opportunities, social media promotion, and targeted email marketing.

Sponsorship

Become a Sponsor & Put Your Brand in Front of San Diego’s Fastest-Growing Business Community

Partner with SD Networking Events and connect directly with entrepreneurs, executives, startups, and decision-makers across San Diego. With 36+ high-energy networking events annually, your business gains year-round visibility through live events, speaking opportunities, social media promotion, and targeted email marketing.