Our Mission: Empowering authentic connections that spark valuable opportunities, one conversation at a time
Menna Riley founded Leading Ladies Networking and The Networking Boutique to equip ambitious professionals with the skills to build high-value connections strategically. Don’t leave your network to chance; unlock targeted, actionable strategies that drive growth and open doors to lasting opportunities.
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Menna Riley is a results-driven networking coach, consultant, and community builder with over 25 years of experience empowering professionals to drive sales, unlock opportunities, and create limitless solutions by building your network through strategic connections.
As the visionary behind Leading Ladies Networking and The Networking Boutique, Menna teaches clients how to master in-person conversations that yield real results – building a network that fuels career growth, business development, and lasting impact.
Known for her blend of strategy, intuition, and real-world expertise, Menna helps professionals go beyond surface-level connections to create powerful relationships that lead to new clients, career advancements, and valuable industry partnerships. Her programs are designed for those ready to transform networking into a powerful tool for achieving ambitious personal and professional goals.
Working with Menna means investing in a tailored approach to networking that maximizes your influence, expands your reach, and opens doors to a future of growth and opportunity.
Whether you’re seeking to build meaningful connections at live, in-person events or looking to enhance your networking skills through convenient online training, our company offers the best of both worlds to help you grow your network and elevate your professional relationships.
If you’re in Nova Scotia, Canada, and ready to connect with a community of inspiring professional women of all ages and business stages, Leading Ladies Networking is for you. We host live, in-person events designed to bring women together in a supportive, empowering space. You’ll leave every event feeling energized and confident, with connections that last.
Prefer to sharpen your networking skills online? The Networking Boutique is your go-to space for courses that take the stress out of networking. Whether you’re prepping for an upcoming event or looking to grow your network, our courses are flexible, practical, and packed with tools to help you build and leverage your million dollar network.
WHY DO I NEED NETWORKING?
Tired of Networking Feeling Forced or Uncomfortable?
If you’ve ever walked into a room full of people and felt invisible, or left an event with nothing more than a pocket full of business cards that lead nowhere, you’re not alone. Many professionals struggle to make meaningful connections, feeling awkward, unsure of what to say, or simply overwhelmed by the whole process.
But what if you could approach networking with confidence, knowing exactly how to start genuine conversations that actually lead to opportunities? What if instead of dreading the next event, you looked forward to it, fully prepared to build relationships that matter?
If you’re ready to stop letting fear or uncertainty hold you back, our events and courses are designed to equip you with real-world strategies that make networking feel natural and effective.
RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST
Since our first event in January 2012, we’ve empowered thousands of women to build authentic, lasting connections that drive personal and professional growth.
From hosting transformative in-person networking events to results-driven online training, we’ve done the leg work and have the demonstrated results to prove it.
Our expertise is rooted in helping women confidently navigate networking, ensuring they gain the skills and support needed to thrive.
We don’t just ‘teach’ networking; we create a space where individuals can elevate their careers and each other.
That’s why we’re the trusted authority for professional women looking to grow their network.
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Reach out to ask about our services or to inquire about a project you want to collaborate on – we are here to help you.
