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The New Way of Networking

Build meaningful connections that open doors to future collaborations

Say goodbye to shallow small talk and join industry-specific networking events for Automotive, Packaging, Fashion and more – with guided interactions instead of random encounters

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A group of people casually chatting and smiling in a modern office space with light wood accents and plants. Some are standing, others are sitting on stools near a counter.

Sounds familiar?

Full day event, 16 business cards – and not a single conversation that moved you or your work forward?

That’s why we built Peermate: To replace random mingling with meaningful, career-shaping connections. At our events, you’ll skip the awkward intros and dive straight into real conversations that count.

What makes it work:

Peermate Method

The format that turns peers into powerful allies

The 100:10:1 Networking Principle

Out of 100 peers you meet, you have meaningful bonds with 10 and leave with 1 trusted circle that moves ideas forward.

Real Industry Insights – Not Just Talk​

Get direct access to fresh ideas, hidden trends and unfiltered opinions from people who work where you do.

Facilitated Co-Creation

Skip awkward mingling and passive listening. Our no-presentation formats ignite real conversations and hands-on collaboration from the very first minute.

Alumni access for long-term connections

Keep building after the event: Reconnect, collaborate and grow inside a curated, active community of past participants.

Peermate connects you at every stage of your career

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Whether you’re joining, hosting or supporting – let’s build meaningful connections together

Join an Upcoming Peermate Event

Make real connections with industry peers – without the awkward small talk

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Strengthen team bonds and spark innovation through a custom-made Peermate format

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Boost your brand by supporting connection-driven innovation and be part of something meaningful

Upcoming Events

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European Automotive Impact 2025

Meet engineers, material experts, and decision-makers across the automotive value chain. Share ideas, spark partnerships, and co-create solutions for the future of mobility.

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Automotive Impact 2026 | Online Edition

Same impact, digital format. Structured over 4 sessions in 3 weeks, this online event connects professionals across the industry to work on real challenges – remotely, yet meaningfully.

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European Sports & Fashion Impact 2026

Designers, material developers, and brand leaders come together to shape the future of fashion & lifestyle products. This event connects forward-thinking minds across the industry.
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Consumer Goods Impact 2026

From packaging innovators to brand leaders – this event brings together key players across the consumer goods value chain. Explore challenges, trends, and opportunities in this fast-moving sector.

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A group of people stand and mingle in a bright, modern room with large windows, engaging in conversation and networking in small groups.

European Automotive Impact 2025

Meet engineers, material experts, and decision-makers across the automotive value chain. Share ideas, spark partnerships, and co-create solutions for the future of mobility.

A white outline of a car viewed from the front, centered on a solid blue circular background.
A man with glasses and earbuds sits at a table using a laptop for a video call. A smartphone and a cup of coffee are on the wooden table, and the room is softly lit with natural light from a window.

Automotive Impact 2026 | Online Edition

Same impact, digital format. Structured over 4 sessions in 3 weeks, this online event connects professionals across the industry to work on real challenges – remotely, yet meaningfully.

A white outline of a car viewed from the front, centered on a solid blue circular background.
Four people have a casual meeting in a cozy room with brick walls, plants, and natural light. Three are seated and one stands, all engaged in conversation, creating a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere.
A white outline of a running shoe with motion lines, symbolizing speed or movement, on a solid turquoise circular background.

European Sports & Fashion Impact 2026

Designers, material developers, and brand leaders come together to shape the future of fashion & lifestyle products. This event connects forward-thinking minds across the industry.
A group of people in business attire mingle and converse at a networking event in a modern, well-lit indoor space with large windows and a chandelier. Some hold drinks and there is a person in a wheelchair present.

Consumer Goods Impact 2026

From packaging innovators to brand leaders – this event brings together key players across the consumer goods value chain. Explore challenges, trends, and opportunities in this fast-moving sector.

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Peermate Alumni Event 2026

Reconnect with familiar faces and meet peers from across all past events and industries. Expect meaningful new synergies, meaningful conversations, and fresh ideas born at the intersection of shared values and diverse perspectives.

Dr. Ion Lazar, Innovation Facilitator & Industry Insider (Marketing & R&D)

About

The people behind Peermate - and why we believe business events need a reset

It started with a simple frustration: attending business events full of buzzwords and empty smiles – and leaving with nothing but a name tag and a headache.

I’m Ion – an innovation facilitator with roots in industry, including roles in marketing, R&D and market development. I’ve experienced first-hand how hard it is to build real connection in professional settings – and how much potential gets lost because of it.

That’s why I created Peermate: a space where connection isn’t a side effect – it’s the point. To build something truly different, I collaborate with experts in corporate innovation, facilitation and human-centered design – depending on the challenge at hand.

Dr. Ion Lazar, Innovation Facilitator & Industry Insider (Marketing & R&D)

Blog

Learn how to make networking actually work for you

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How to Make the Most of Our Alumni Network

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The 100:10:1 Rule That Changes Everything

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Why Networking Fails And What to Do Instead

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