In these challenging economic times, networking is more important than ever. If you get an opportunity to network with a sense of pride, even better.

So check out the Echelon Business Expothis weekend in Los Angeles at the Petersen Automotive Museaum, where you will have the opportunity to:

• Meet with corporate recruiters
• Learn how start your own franchise
• Connect with vendors to energize your existing business

The expo is run by Echelon Magazine, the bi-monthly digital magazine serving the LGBT business community.