Speak, Join, Write & Party: Networking for People Who Already Network

Kick off your morning with breakfast and networking, then gain fresh strategies from Amber Vincent to turn connections into opportunities. Start your day with breakfast, networking, and practical strategies for building stronger professional relationships, then continue the conversation at the ABI Midwestern Institute. The real value of networking begins after the introduction. Successful professionals know that meaningful connections are not built through chance encounters, but through trust, consistency, and intentional relationship-building. This session explores how accomplished professionals assess the strength of their networks, identify gaps and opportunities, and take a more thoughtful approach to relationship management. Participants will learn how to: • Stay connected without feeling transactional • Create meaningful and memorable interactions • Build a reputation that generates referrals, introductions, and opportunities • Strengthen their relationship capital and maximize the value of their existing networks Attendees will leave with actionable strategies they can immediately apply to deepen relationships, expand their networks, and create new opportunities for professional growth. Featured Speaker: Amber Vincent Amber Vincent is President of Alyn-Weiss & Associates. Since 2002, she has worked with attorneys, law firms, and legal marketing professionals across the country, helping them strengthen relationships, build visibility, and create opportunities for growth. Her work centers on marketing, business development, and the professional relationships that drive long-term success. Agenda 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM – Arrival/Breakfast & Networking 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Speaker Presentation with Amber Vincent Join Us Join IWIRC Midwest for a morning of networking, insights, and actionable takeaways designed to help you make the most of the professional relationships you've worked hard to build. This program is scheduled immediately before the ABI Midwestern Institute, making it the perfect way to kick off a day of learning, networking, and professional development. We encourage attendees to stay and participate in the ABI Midwestern Institute to continue building connections, deepen industry relationships, and gain valuable insights from leaders across the restructuring and insolvency community. Open to both IWIRC members and non-members. Whether you're a longtime IWIRC participant or joining us for the first time, we welcome you to connect, learn, and expand your professional network.