A new year doesn’t change your results. Your habits do

January is the first chance to apply everything you’ve been learning about intentional networking; showing up with clarity, choosing the right rooms, and following through afterward.

Below are a few January events worth marking your calendar as you start 2026 with focus and intention. Not to stay busy, but to practice showing up differently from the very start of the new year.

January 14th, 4:00-7:00pm

The Citrus Social: Networking with The Lifeboat Project

“For the first Citrus Social of 2026, The Citrus Club's Young Executives are partnering with The Lifeboat Project to bring you an opportunity to connect and collaborate at a higher level with business professionals and community leaders in Central Florida.

At the Lifeboat Project, we imagine a world where children and adults are not used. Where the millions of individuals, who have been trafficked, are safely living as survivors. Where people throughout the globe are rising up and eliminating this modern evil.

Our Mission: To raise awareness of the issue of human trafficking and empower the lives of survivors through short and long-term aftercare, residential programs, and education.

Our Vision: A community educated to the dangers of human trafficking and the needs of its survivors.”

Location: Citrus Club

January 15th, 5:30-7:30pm

January Happy Hour NextGen Orlando

“Guess who is turning ONE?

Join us as we celebrate NextGen’s 1-year anniversary! We’re throwing ourselves a birthday party, and you’re invited! 🎂🥂

Come enjoy great drinks, great company, and a fun evening of networking and celebration at the beautiful Grand Bohemian Orlando. Whether you've been with us since day one or you're new to the group, we’d love to celebrate with you!

We are proud to support Athlete Connections Foundation, which is a nonprofit giving at-risk youth the tools for education, life skills, guidance, and opportunities they need to succeed.”

Location: Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando

January 22nd, 11:30-1:00pm

Dean’s Speaker Series, UCF College of Business - Presented by Addition Financial

“Sean Snaith's Economic Forecast for 2026”

Join us for the Dean's Speaker Series on Jan. 22 to see what the new year holds for our state and national economies.

Find out what's in store for 2026 when UCF economist Sean Snaith, Ph.D., shares his forecast for Florida and the U.S. at the Dean's Speaker Series on Thursday, Jan. 22, at 11:30 a.m., at the Citrus Club in Downtown Orlando.

Snaith is the Director of the Institute for Economic Forecasting at UCF and a sought-after speaker known for his engaging and humorous presentations. The Institute for Economic Forecasting is supported by a grant from Orange County.

Location: Citrus Club

January 28th, 3:00-6:30pm

Seminole Business Expo - Seminole County Chamber

The Seminole Business Expo is Seminole County's biggest and best showcase of the region's businesses. More than 100 exhibitors are there to talk about their companies to the more than 1,000 attendees.

Display booths will sell out quickly. The 2025 Seminole Business Expo had a waiting list a dozen companies long, so reserve your spot quickly.

Location: Lake Mary Events Center