Face to Face
One of the most effective networking opportunities offered by The Thompson Group is the "Face to Face" reception, regularly scheduled for our clients, colleagues and special guests. This private event is consistently attended by over 100 leaders of the Greater Austin business community, including "key influencers" such as the board members of professional organizations, members of the local media, representatives of the University of Texas and officials from the City of Austin. As the name of these receptions indicates, they are an excellent opportunity for our clients to meet "Face to Face" prospective clients, vendors, referral sources and community leaders.

PowerStart!
The Thompson Group’s "PowerStart!" is an informal, executive-level breakfast discussion that jumpstarts thought and networking among Austin’s business leaders. "PowerStart!" is consistently attended by nearly 50 of the city’s finest — including clients and colleagues — as an arena to network and focus on key issues within Central Texas. Keynote speakers are invited to the invitation-only event to stimulate conversation on a variety of issues: economic development to emerging technology; the Austin job market to business opportunities in the public sector.

Roundtable
Reserved solely for Thompson Group clients, "Roundtables" are educational luncheons that combine networking opportunities with succinct and informative programs. Keynote speakers are invited to mix a pointed and insightful presentation with ample time for questions and answers. "Roundtables" are more intimate functions attended by client representatives, providing another opportunity for Thompson Group clients to examine the possibility of mutually beneficial business relationships.

Back to Basics — The Thompson Group’s Guide
to Networking & Business Skills
The Thompson Group presents an interactive seminar full of useful tips regarding effective networking, communication skills and business development. The program begins with the overall concept of business networking, spotlighting the fundamental importance of building and maintaining business relationships — both within and outside a company. The Thompson Group focuses on specific strategies, helpful ideas and unique tips that can be immediately applied to marketing, sales and community relations activities. Presentation groups can range in size from 10 to 150 people, and "Back to Basics" is appropriate for all staff levels and can be customized to address specific issues or concerns.

The Thompson Group has presented "Back to Basics" for many companies and organizations, including:

  • Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce
  • Austin Technology Council
  • Dell Computer Corporation
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Ernst & Young
  • IKON Office Solutions
  • Young Women's Alliance
  • Collier’s Oxford Commercial Real Estate Group
  • American Marketing Association — University of Texas at Austin Collegiate Chapter

Techie
High tech professionals — often referred to as "Techies" — benefit from a number of Thompson Group services, including "Business Etiquette for Techies" and "Techie Networking Events." The etiquette course is a derivation of our "Back to Basics" training, customized for technical professionals who are also leaders and representatives of their business. Networking is simplified as The Thompson Group, drawing on our strong relationships within the technology sectors, brings together key industry executives and groups such as:

  • Austin Technology Council
  • Austin Technology Incubator
  • Austin Entrepreneurs Foundation
  • Association of Women in Technology Austin
  • Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce
  • Technical Business Network
  • Technology Advisors Group
  • Technology Entrepreneurs Exchange (Texchange)
  • Texas Electronic Commerce Association
  • The Capital Network
  • University of Texas at Austin


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