Gay Professional Network: 🌟 GPN September Newsletter: Opportunity, Innovation & Celebration

2nd September 2025

Dear Member or Friend of GPN,

🌟 GPN September Newsletter: Opportunity, Innovation & Celebration

As summer gently fades into autumn, GPN continues to thrive as a hub of connection, inspiration, and opportunity. This month, we spotlight four exciting events that reflect our values of inclusivity, enterprise, and global engagement.

🚀 The London Business Show 2025

📅 12–13 November
📍 Excel London, Hall N5–N8

Whether you're launching a new venture or scaling up, this two-day event offers free access to hundreds of top business services, expert advice, and keynote sessions from entrepreneurs who’ve built empires from scratch. It’s a must-attend for anyone serious about growth and innovation.
🎟️ Reserve your free ticket

🛡️ DASA: Meet the Customer @ DSEI

📅 Tuesday 9 September
📍 DSEI, London

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) invites you to pitch your ideas directly to customer representatives in a dynamic, informal setting. With only 5 minutes to present and 10 minutes for discussion, this is a rare chance to make your concept heard where it matters most.
💡 Learn more and apply

🧠 Tuesday 23rd September: “Why Networking Feels Hard” with Chris Beale

Psychologist & coach Chris Beale explores the barriers that hold us back—and how curiosity and connection can change the game.

✨ “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” – George Addair

📍 Join us for insights, strategies, and a fresh take on authentic networking.

🎟️ Book now
📸 @mrchrisbeale

Hashtags:

#NetworkingEvent #MentalHealthMatters #PsychologicallySafe #ChrisBeale #OutSavvyEvents #LGBTQNetworking #CuriosityConnectionCommunity #MindPotential #InclusiveNetworking #LondonEvents

🌈 Gay Games Valencia 2026

🏅 Coming Summer 2026
📍 Valencia, Spain

The countdown begins! The next Gay Games will take place in vibrant Valencia, celebrating diversity, athleticism, and unity. Whether you're competing, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, this global event is a beacon of pride and community.
📸 Explore the announcement

Let’s continue to build bridges, spark ideas, and celebrate each other. As always, thank you for being part of GPN—where connection meets purpose.

🌟 Upcoming Events:

🌟 Tuesday 28th October: “Attaining Inner Peace” with Tony J. Selimi

Join internationally renowned speaker, author, and transformational coach Tony J. Selimi as he shares powerful insights on overcoming stress, unlocking your potential, and living a more authentic, inspired life.

🧘‍♂️ Whether you're navigating personal challenges or seeking professional growth, this talk offers tools to help you realign and thrive.

🎟️ Book your spot
📸 @tonyselimi

Hashtags:
#TonySelimi #InnerPeace #PersonalGrowth #TransformationalTalk #OutSavvyEvents #MindMastery #AuthenticLiving #LondonEvents #EmpowermentJourney #LifeCoach #MentalWellbeing

🤝 Strength in Community

These events are wonderful opportunities to connect, share ideas, and celebrate the strength of our network. You are not alone—we truly grow stronger together.

✨ Stay Engaged with GPN:

Beyond our events, there’s plenty of ways to connect year-round:

📌 Follow our LinkedIn Page and join our LinkedIn Group
📌 Get involved with the Gay Business Association
📌 Become a business member

💼 Real Impact

GPN members have boosted their turnover, some from £500 to over £24,000, and unlocked access to over £25 million in funding. Has GPN helped you? We’d love to hear your story.

📰 Stay Informed

Explore our blog for member spotlights, stories from LGBTQ+ organisations, and updates on other upcoming events, including the Gay Games 2026 in Valencia.

🤝 Celebrating Diversity

While 88% of members identify as gay cis men, GPN embraces every background—age, gender, ethnicity, ability, and identity. Our mission: to create a platform for like-minded people to connect, thrive, and lift one another up.

📍 Let’s Stay Connected:

In-person networking: 4th Tuesday of each month (excluding August & December)
Online business lunch meetings: Available by request
Discover GPN & membership benefits: gpn.one

Please share GPN with colleagues and friends—we’re only ever three degrees apart.

With warmest wishes,

Jean-François

Jean-François Dor
Founder, Gay Professional Network
📧 jf@gpn.one | 🌐 gpn.one

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The Business Show UK Event

Dates: 12th and 13th November 2025 Location: Hall N5-N8, Excel London If you're starting or growing your business, there are plenty of opportunities out there—but many often come with steep fees and expensive tickets. Now, picture a two-day event that's completely free to attend, filled with expert advice, hands-on support, and access to hundreds of top business services from across the UK—all in one place. Hear from successful entrepreneurs and business influencers, some with audiences in the millions, as they share their stories and advice in powerful keynote sessions. These are people who once started just like you. Whether you’re launching, growing, or expanding, this event is where business moves forward

Grab your free ticket here