The First Annual CASUAL-LƏ
A Professional Networking Masterclass + Gala Event
Join us for a sophisticated networking gala featuring masterclasses on authentic business development while supporting local charitable organizations.
Event Details
Date & Time
September 25, 2025
Location
Modern Style Events
400-2 Talcottville Rd, Vernon, CT 06066
Duration
Doors open at 5:30pm
Cost
$50 Per Person per professional
Includes professional development materials
Focus
Professional Excellence: Authentic Business Development
About This Event
The First Annual CASUAL-LƏ is a sophisticated professional networking gala created to advance business excellence while supporting meaningful charitable causes in our community.
This event transcends traditional business networking. It's about building authentic professional relationships while making a tangible difference. For attendees, CASUAL-LƏ delivers exceptional value through strategic learning, meaningful connections, and the opportunity to contribute to community organizations.
At the heart of CASUAL-LƏ is a foundational principle: Authenticity drives successful business relationships. When professionals show up as their genuine selves, they create lasting partnerships, build companies that serve their communities, and develop strategies that truly resonate with their audience.
Professional Experience
Event Schedule
Doors Open
5:30pmAttendees arrive, settle in, and engage in initial networking. Premium refreshments and networking atmosphere.
Opening Remarks
6:15pmWelcome remarks, sponsor acknowledgments, presentations from charitable partners, executive leadership talks, and interactive Q&A sessions.
Masterclass with Matt Miale: Building Through Service and Leadership
6:30pmMasterclass on building through service and leadership with Matt Miale.
Masterclass with Danny LeGare: Creating Content That Connects
7:15pmMasterclass on creating content that connects with your audience.
Networking, Raffle, and Refreshments
8:00pmNetworking with business owners, executives, and community leaders. Raffle and refreshments.
Time to Go Home, It's a School Night
9:00pmIt's been fun, you don't have to go home but you can't stay here.
Speaker Lineup
Danny LeGare
Burden Media
Danny LeGare is the founder of Burden Media and Trash Panda Pictures, and one of Connecticut's most sought-after experts in content strategy, brand st...
Matt Miale
The Miale Team
Matt Miale is the founder and team leader of The Miale Team at Keller Williams, one of Connecticut's most successful and community-driven real estate ...
Derek Slap
The Village
Derek Slap, MBA is the Vice President of Advancement at The Village for Families & Children, where he leads development, marketing, and community enga...
Brian Waddell
Community Leader
Brian J. Waddell, CFP®, RICP®, AIF® is a seasoned financial advisor and the founder of Dad's in Business, a peer network created to help entrepreneuri...
Event Sponsors
We're grateful to our sponsors who help make this event possible and support our mission of authentic networking while giving back to the community.