Networking Event Introduction
Professionals at a networking event briefly introduce themselves, including their name, profession/company, and a brief description of what they do.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
networking event
A social gathering where professionals meet to build business connections and share information about their work.
software engineer
A job title for someone who designs and builds computer programs and software.
AI solutions
Artificial Intelligence tools or systems that solve problems, like in apps or services.
healthcare industry
The sector of businesses and services related to medical care and health.
fascinating
Very interesting or exciting, used to show admiration for someone's work or idea.
sustainable
Able to be maintained without harming the environment, often used in business for eco-friendly practices.
supply chain
The process of getting products from production to customers, including transportation and storage.
eco-friendly
Good for the environment, meaning it doesn't cause harm to nature.
challenging
Difficult but often leading to growth or success, used to describe tough jobs or tasks.
rewarding
Giving a sense of satisfaction or value, especially in work that helps others.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Hi there, I don't think we've met. I'm Andrew.
This is a polite way to start a conversation at an event. 'I don't think we've met' is a soft way to say you are new to each other. Use it to introduce your name naturally in social settings.
Nice to meet you, Andrew! I'm Emma. What brings you to this event?
A friendly greeting after hearing a name, followed by self-introduction. 'What brings you' is an idiomatic question meaning 'Why are you here?' It's useful for starting small talk at events.
I'm a software engineer at Tech Innovators. We're developing AI solutions for the healthcare industry. How about you?
This shares job title, company, and a brief description of work. 'How about you?' politely asks the other person to share. Great for professional introductions; note the present continuous 'We're developing' for ongoing work.
That's fascinating! I'm with GreenThumb Inc. I manage their sustainable supply chain initiatives.
'That's fascinating!' shows interest. 'I'm with [company]' means you work for that company. 'Manage initiatives' describes responsibilities. Use this to respond positively and share your role.
Sustainable supply chain, that sounds really interesting. Do you focus on a specific sector?
Rephrasing what you heard to show listening, then asking a follow-up question. 'Sounds interesting' is polite encouragement. 'Focus on a specific sector' inquires about specialization; useful for deepening conversations.
Mainly agricultural products right now, helping farmers implement eco-friendly practices. It's a challenging but rewarding role.
This explains current focus with 'mainly...right now' for temporary emphasis. 'Challenging but rewarding' contrasts difficulties with benefits. Use in job descriptions to sound balanced and positive.
I can imagine. It's great to know what everyone is working on. Thanks for sharing, Emma.
'I can imagine' shows empathy. This wraps up politely by appreciating the info. Useful to end an introduction gracefully, using present continuous 'is working on' for ongoing activities.
You too, Andrew. Enjoy the rest of the evening!
'You too' mirrors a positive wish. This is a friendly goodbye. Use at events to end on a good note; 'the rest of the evening' specifies time politely.