Mumbai, 28th October 2025: SOCIAL, one of India’s most loved café-bars, announced the launch of its latest IP, #OutOfOffice, a new offline networking format that brings people together for real conversations in an increasingly online world. Designed to make professional connections more human and authentic, #OutOfOffice reflects SOCIAL’s long-standing belief that true community is built in person, not in inboxes. The brand, known for creating spaces where ideas meet energy and communities come alive, brings this spirit to its newest IP; a relaxed, conversation-led evening with no awkward introductions, no business pitches, just good company, open dialogue, and a complimentary #drnk to keep the conversations flowing.
The debut edition of #OutOfOffice was hosted at Dadar SOCIAL on 16th October 2025, bringing together 15 attendees, including marketing professionals, entrepreneurs, and storytellers, for an evening of relaxed conversation, shared insights, and authentic connections. The guest speaker for the first edition was Amit Doshi, Founder of IVM Podcasts, who in his talk titled “People Management Across Generations – Baby Boomers to Gen Z,” shared insights on how empathy, curiosity, and communication shape workplace relationships today.
Talking about his experience, Amit shared, “It was wonderful to be part of such a refreshing evening of real conversations. There’s been a clear gap in the city for meaningful networking experiences, and #OutOfOffice felt like the perfect way to bring that back. I genuinely look forward to seeing more of these thoughtful gatherings in the future.”
“#OutOfOffice is a space where conversations happen naturally, where people listen as much as they talk. It’s not about business cards or elevator pitches; it’s about curiosity, connection, and real conversation. We wanted to create a format that feels human again, where people can meet as themselves, not as their designations. For SOCIAL, this IP is an extension of what we’ve always believed – culture grows when people come together, talk openly, and find shared ground in unexpected ways,” said Divya Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer, Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
Unlike traditional networking events, #OutOfOffice is built around a simple idea to remove the pressure from networking. The format replaces presentations and pitch decks with engaging conversation prompts, casual seating, and an easy-going atmosphere that encourages genuine dialogue over drinks.
The future editions hosted across cities will introduce a new conversation theme and guest speaker, exploring ideas that sit at the intersection of creativity, culture, and community. The goal is to make #OutOfOffice a travelling conversation, one that evolves with every city, every crowd, and every story shared.
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