Wilson Young Professionals Holiday Mixer. The organization’s first-ever holiday mixer is set for East Nashville Beer Works, 1688 Callis Road, Lebanon. This festive, low-pressure evening is designed to bring the YP community together in a fresh and fun way. The first 40 attendees (ages 40 and under) will receive a free drink ticket. Tuesday, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Information
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 17
Nashville Chamber East Speed Networking
An opportunity to connect with fellow professionals and grow your network. Light refreshments will be provided as participants make connections in an open and welcoming environment. Don’t forget to bring your business cards. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Livano Trinity, 200 Hillside Cottage Ln #126, Nashville. Information
Hendersonville Chamber Leads Exchange Potluck
Leads Exchange meetings help you develop the kinds of relationships with other Chamber members that will generate sales leads, educate potential customers and expand your network of contacts. Free to Chamber members, $10 for nonmembers. Bring a side dish to share. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 197 Imperial Blvd, Hendersonville. Information
THURSDAY, DEC. 18
Black Business Coalition Holiday Party
An evening of connection, music and holiday cheer. Guests will enjoy a catered dinner by Kei’z Kitchen, festive cocktails and décor. Music will be provided by DJ Derrick Solomon, with a special appearance from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, Derrick and Marquita Solomon. 6-8 p.m., Williamson, Inc., 4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 630, Franklin. Register
Business Before Hours
An informal social networking event designed to connect attendees with business professionals from across Rutherford County. 7:30-9 a.m., FirstBank - Memorial Blvd., 615 Memorial Boulevard, Murfreesboro. Information
Sumner Men in Business
Trajectory of the U.S. economy and our financial markets with guest speaker Nick Drury, wealth adviser at Baynes Investment Counsel. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 133 Walton Ferry Road, Hendersonville. Information