St. Louis Young Entrepreneur Defines the New Era of “Business Networking”

March 27, 2009 - PRLog -- Ask the forward-thinking entrepreneurial crowd in St. Louis about The Rise To The Top event series and you will almost always get a question thrown back at you: “When is the next one?” The always-sold-out events bring a unique twist to the St. Louis event scene with a blend of business, education, and fun. From vodka tastings to the “Dinner and Discussions” speed-networking events (held at Sub Zero Vodka Bar in the Central West End) the event series brings entrepreneurs and those who support entrepreneurship together for unforgettable evenings.

“We wanted to create event series dedicated to the young generation and those who are young at heart who want to network, learn, and have fun,” proclaims David Siteman Garland, CEO/Host of The Rise To The Top, “No two events are the same and we are continually seeing new and familiar faces which gets me even more excited about creating an unmatched experience for guests.”

Started in November 2008, and co-hosted by Elizabeth Erickson of Creative Entourage, The Rise To The Top event series has been attended by over 400 guests and has quickly become the newly “It” series for entrepreneurs who want to make their mark in St. Louis. With the inviting atmosphere accompanied by a four-course menu, guests are able to socialize with others, build new business partnerships, or simply exchange thoughts and advices.

Events have also included thought-provoking short presentations including an exercise in planning with best-selling author and international speaker “The Nametag Guy, Scott Ginsberg”, a panel of those who took the entrepreneurial leap after leaving their corporate job (panelists ranged in age from 25 to 50+), and most recently “Secrets To Forming A Relationship With Your Bank” presented by members of BancorpSouth.

The final “Dinner and Discussions” of the first season will be held on April 22nd, 2009 at SubZero Bar, located in the Central West End in St. Louis, MO. For more information visit www.therisetothetop.com To request an invite, please email RSVP@DSGagency.com. Stay tuned for special “Summer Business Break” events being announced over the next several months including a very special event with the St. Louis Aces and a meet and greet with tennis star Anna Kournikova.

The Rise To The Top Event Series is presented by BancorpSouth and sponsored by On The Run Mobil, Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP, Sub Zero Vodka Bar, Indochino Custom-made suits, 1st Date STL, Katherine Bish Photographer, and Words That Click.

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About The Rise To The Top: Entertaining, Empowering and Energizing Entrepreneurs. The Rise To The Top includes a broadcast television talk show, events, resources plus much more. Tune in every Sunday at 11 AM on KDNL-ABC30 to watch The Rise To The Top with David Siteman Garland. Shows are also available at www.therisetothetop.com