Our Mission: Empowering authentic connections that spark opportunities, one conversation at a time
Grow Your Network, Amplify Your Impact and Make Every Conversation Count with our Strategic Networking Courses
Founded by networking expert Menna Riley, The Networking Boutique and Leading Ladies Networking work together to empower professionals, especially women, to connect, grow, and succeed through strategic, purposeful networking.
YOUR ULTIMATE NETWORKING PREP & CONFIDENCE COURSE
LEVEL 1 > 60 MINUTES
EMPOWERING EVERYONE – SELF-PACED – TAKE ANYTIME – CLICK PURCHASE AND GO!
ELEVATE YOUR NETWORKING DEEPER DIVE MID-LEVEL COURSE
LEVEL 2 > 4 HOURS
EMPOWERING EVERYONE – SELF-PACED – TAKE ANYTIME – CLICK PURCHASE AND GO!
UNLOCK YOUR FULL NETWORKING POTENTIAL
12-WEEK NETWORKING MASTERMIND
EMPOWERING WOMEN – SELF-PACED + LIVE CALLS – OFFERED TWICE PER YEAR
leading ladies networking
Grow your Network with in-person events in Nova Scotia, Canada
About Menna
Book Menna as a Coach, Speaker, or to Host your next event
networking resources
Explore free networking tools, ebook, podcast and more!
Can you really learn networking from an online course?
Definitely! If you can learn to cook or improve your public speaking by watching videos, by reading a book or taking online training, networking is a skill you can develop with the right guidance.
The interactive nature of our courses, paired with personalized coaching, ensures you’re not just passively learning but actively developing your skills. Many participants have seen real, tangible results in their in-person and digital networking efforts, reporting stronger connections, better conversations, and faster, more successful outcomes.
Online learning gives you the flexibility to master the techniques and mindset at your own pace, then apply them confidently when it’s time to network person-to-person!
Menna Riley is a seasoned networking coach, consultant, and community builder with over 25 years of experience helping professionals unlock their potential through authentic connections.
As the driving force behind Leading Ladies Networking and The Networking Boutique, Menna has created transformative spaces where women can confidently build relationships that fuel their careers and personal growth. Her unique blend of empathy, strategy, and real-world experience makes networking feel natural, even for those who find it challenging.
Known for her intuitive and strategic approach, she helps her clients make networking feel effortless, even for those unsure of how to navigate social settings. Menna’s passion lies in helping professionals, especially women, master the art of self-presentation, grow their networks, and elevate their careers. When you work with Menna, you’re not just building connections, you’re investing in your success.
Menna’s course completely transformed my approach to networking. I went from feeling anxious to genuinely enjoying making connections. Her strategies were practical and totally easy to implement!
Thanks to this course, I attended some networking events that directly led to my new job! It gave me the tools to start conversations with confidence which led to this opportunity. I couldn’t recommend Ignite more!
I always thought networking wasn’t for me, but Menna’s course made me see I was just hiding. Now, I actually get excited about it! Her tips on overcoming anxiety were a game-changer especially for me – an introvert.
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.
Founded by networking expert Menna Riley, The Networking Boutique and Leading Ladies Networking work together to empower professionals, especially women, to connect, grow, and succeed through strategic, purposeful networking.
YOUR ULTIMATE NETWORKING PREP & CONFIDENCE COURSE
LEVEL 1 > 60 MINUTES
EMPOWERING EVERYONE – SELF-PACED – TAKE ANYTIME – CLICK PURCHASE AND GO!
ELEVATE YOUR NETWORKING DEEPER DIVE MID-LEVEL COURSE
LEVEL 2 > 4 HOURS
EMPOWERING EVERYONE – SELF-PACED – TAKE ANYTIME – CLICK PURCHASE AND GO!
UNLOCK YOUR FULL NETWORKING POTENTIAL
12-WEEK NETWORKING MASTERMIND
EMPOWERING WOMEN – SELF-PACED + LIVE CALLS – OFFERED TWICE PER YEAR
Networking Events
Grow your Network with in-person events in Nova Scotia, Canada
About Menna
Book Menna as a Coach, Speaker, or to Host your next event
networking resources
Explore free networking tools, ebook, podcast and more!
Services
Menna Riley is a Networking Coach and Consultant helping professionals build connections that truly matter. Whether you’re looking to connect with people in-person or develop your networking skills from the comfort of your own home, we’ve got you covered! Check out and join my in-person events and online networking training communities.
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? This 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 build long-term relationships, our courses are designed with busy, professionals in mind. Flexible, practical, and packed with tools to help you grow, The Networking Boutique is your one-stop shop to empower you to network smarter, not harder.
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