The Hive CLT | 2027 JANUARY Meetup – Goal Setting

Most people set goals in January and never look at them again. Not because the goals were wrong. Because nobody built the room to keep them honest.

This month we're doing it differently.

Goal setting gets a reputation for vision boards and vague affirmations. Ours skips that. It's structure with a purpose: goals you can actually name out loud, a plan you can act on Monday, and people in the room who will ask you about it next month.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals who are tired of ending the quarter wondering where it went.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

A goal written clearly enough to say in one sentence. The first three moves that actually get it started. A way to spot the goals that are quietly draining you. People who will hold you to it, not just clap for it.

WHY THIS MONTH MATTERS

The last quarter of the year is where most plans go to die. This is your chance to close it on purpose instead of on autopilot.

BEST FOR YOU IF

You've written goals before, felt great for a week, and couldn't tell me a single one of them by March.

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The Hive is Charlotte's relationship-first entrepreneurial community built for founders, operators, investors, and business-minded professionals who value meaningful connections and long-term growth. This monthly meetup is designed to create real conversations, strategic relationships, and opportunities that extend well beyond the room. Whether you're building a company, scaling a team, investing, or exploring your next move, The Hive provides an intentional environment to connect with people who are doing the work.

This is not casual networking. It's a room built for clarity, collaboration, and momentum.

WHAT TO EXPECT

5:30 – 6:15 PM | Arrival & Open Networking Ease into the evening with relaxed, open networking. Grab a drink, meet new people, and reconnect with familiar faces.

6:15 – 6:20 PM | Welcome & Community Intro A brief welcome from the organizers to set expectations and outline the flow of the night.

6:20 – 6:30 PM | Live Business Pitches (3 Attendees) Three attendees will be selected from the crowd to share a quick overview of what they're building or working on.

6:30 – 7:00 PM | Featured Topic / Workshop / Discussion Format varies by month and may include a speaker, facilitated discussion, or interactive segment aligned with the theme.

7:00 – 9:30 PM | Open Networking Unstructured time to deepen conversations, make introductions, and build relationships at your own pace.

📍 EVENT LOCATION (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) Heist Brewery – Event Space 2909 N Davidson St, Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28205

⚠️ Important Notes:

This is NOT the Heist location on Woodward Ave

We meet in the event space located around the side of the building, not inside the main brewery area

Please do not go to the main bar or indoor brewery seating

We strongly encourage everyone to carefully read this section before arriving to avoid confusion.

WHAT TO BRING

A clear introduction of what you're building or working on

Business cards (optional)

A collaborative, open mindset

COMMUNITY NOTE We host these events every first Thursday of the month (holiday adjustments may apply). Many attendees return monthly, which helps build familiarity, trust, and stronger relationships over time.

STAY CONNECTED Join the Hive community and stay updated on future events: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehivecltentrepreneursnetwork/