Elevate &
Expand Social Lunch.
Resource Hub for Attendees
For entrepreneurs & changemakers, where ambitious ideas, expanded opportunities, and powerful connections all share the same table.
Your next moves.
So glad you’re here.
This isn’t your average networking lunch. It’s a curated, invite-only experience for values-driven entrepreneurs who want to grow, connect, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact.
I’m so excited you’re here. This year marks the 5th Annual Elevate & Expand Social Lunch for Entrepreneurs & Changemakers, an event that sells out every year because of one thing: the incredible people in the room.
If we haven’t met yet, I’m Diana YK Chan, a Business Growth Strategist, LinkedIn Top Voice, and Super‑Connector. One of my greatest joys is bringing the right people into the right room to unlock new opportunities, partnerships, collaborations, and referrals.
The beauty of Elevate & Expand is the diversity of talent in this room. Some of you are just starting out; some are scaling multi-6 and 7‑figure businesses. Coaches, speakers, authors, consultants, designers, creatives, service providers, all sharing one thing: a desire to grow your business, expand your impact, and make a difference.
- Always Be ConnectingReach out, follow up, and stay visible.
- Always Be CuriousAsk thoughtful questions and seek to understand.
- Always Be CultivatingNurture relationships over time, even when you don’t “need” anything.
The flow of the afternoon.
We’ll be gathering in a private room at Dragon Pearl for an afternoon designed to spark meaningful conversations, collaborations, and connections.
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Session 111:30 to 12:00 PMCheck-In & Connect
Arrive, pick up your name tag, and start mingling. A great time to introduce yourself, take photos, and connect with a few new faces before lunch begins.
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Session 212:00 to 12:15 PMGroup Photo
We’ll gather everyone together early for our group photo to capture the moment and celebrate the power of community.
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Session 312:15 to 12:45 PMLunch & Settle In
Help yourself to the all-you-can-eat buffet and find a seat at one of the tables (4–6 people each). Be intentional. Sit with people you haven’t met yet, or those you’re curious to learn more about.
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Session 412:45 to 1:00 PMWelcome & Opening Remarks
I’ll officially welcome everyone and share a few words on how to make the most of your time here.
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Session 51:00 to 2:30 PMConnection & Conversations
Your time to mingle, share ideas, explore opportunities, and build relationships. Feel free to move around, meet people from other tables, and exchange contact details.
Meet the room before you walk in.
Use the directory to connect with and learn more about other attendees before the event. Start conversations early.
* Note: The full directory will be available the week prior to the event.
Sharpen your connection craft.
Five resources to use before, during, and after the lunch. Tools to deepen conversations, refine your messaging, and turn new connections into real opportunities.
Sample Networking Questions & Intro Template
A printable set of thoughtful questions and a 30-second introduction template you can use to deepen conversations at the table.
Digital Networking Course
A quick video series with practical tips for networking online, from messaging cadence to follow-up rhythms that actually convert.
Business Growth Circle Trainings
Click the Replays tab inside the portal to access every BGC session.
Lead Generation & Nurturing Series
Bite-sized “nano tips” on how to find qualified leads and turn them into clients, designed to be watched between meetings.
LinkedIn Learning Courses
Diana’s free LinkedIn Learning library, including Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Personal Branding, and Communicating Your Value.
Find us at Dragon Pearl.
We’ve reserved a private room, conveniently off the Hwy 401 & DVP, with on-site parking.
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AddressDragon Pearl Buffet865 York Mills Road, North York · M3B 1Y6
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Getting HereOff Hwy 401 & DVP10 min from Bayview Village · ample free parking on-site
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Arrival Window11:30 AM to 12:00 PMDoors open at 11:30. Buffet starts at noon.
Diana is a renowned Personal Branding Expert, Business Growth Strategist, Trust-Building Authority, and Speaker, dedicated to transforming coaches into influential online brands and thriving six-figure business owners.
As the founder of My Marketability, Diana empowers coaches to build authentic, magnetic personal brands that attract consistent, high-quality leads, generate $20K+ monthly revenue, and launch sold-out programs with ease.
Her holistic approach integrates personal branding, trust-building, and business strategy to ensure her clients stand out in a competitive market, helping them amplify their voice, build deep connections, and create sustainable businesses aligned with their ideal lifestyle.