{"product_id":"zouk-connect-founding-networking-lunch","title":"Zouk Connect Founding Networking Lunch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManchester's New Business Networking Lunch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the very first Zouk Connect.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe're bringing together business owners, professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from across Greater Manchester for an afternoon of great food, meaningful conversations and valuable business connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnlike traditional networking events, Zouk Connect combines relaxed networking with practical business insights and a unique interactive experience inspired by Indian culture and hospitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you're looking to expand your network, meet potential clients or collaborators, or simply enjoy lunch with like-minded professionals, we'd love you to join us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvent Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDate: Thursday 24th September 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTime: 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Registration from 11:45am)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVennue: The Mezzanine, Zouk Tea Bar \u0026amp; 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