This piece is presented by the Zeal Center for Entrepreneurship.

The Zeal Center for Entrepreneurship and the Sioux Falls Area Entrepreneurs Group are hosting a public speed networking event tonight.

It runs from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. July 31 at Zeal, 2329 N. Career Ave.

The format is designed to accelerate business contacts and exchange information at a quick pace. Attendees will be paired up. First, one person gives a one-minute introduction and then the other person does. When that time is op, everyone rotates and continues to do so until the event is over. A social takes place at the end where conversations can continue. For one minute the first person will share about themselves, and for the second minute the second person will do the same. When that time is up, that session is over, and everyone will rotate.

The speed networking event is free.