LAV8 (pronounced "Elevate") is a networking group for ambitious advisors, founders and business leaders focused on meaningful relationships, growth and strategic partnerships.
LAV8 is a curated community of growth-minded advisors, founders and professionals who value authentic relationships, high-quality introductions, and long-term business development.
Community-owned. Sponsor-supported. Intentionally small. For advisors and founders who are still building, not coasting.
Connecting the next generation of Southern California business leaders, advisors, and founders with these three commitments.
The right intro at the right moment. LAV8 puts you in rooms with advisors and founders who are serious about their work and serious about who they refer. No speed networking. Just real connection.
Referrals are the best growth engine in professional services. We build the conditions for them to happen naturally: shared experiences, genuine relationships, a group small enough that everyone knows everyone.
Spend time with people who push your standard. From curated events to advisor spotlights, LAV8 keeps you engaged with the ideas and individuals that actually move the needle on your practice.
Built to grow from day one through year one and beyond. Every system, channel, format, and member experience is intentionally designed to create warm introductions, trusted relationships, and meaningful referrals that compound over time.
Curated experiences where relationships are built. Every event is an invitation to connect with intent.
Past Events
Watch in Style: USA vs Paraguay, FIFA World Cup Opener
VIP Table, Santa Monica Place
LAV8 is intentionally sponsor-supported and community-governed. Future sponsorships are open to the companies led and founded by our members.
LAV8 membership is selective and referral-driven. Tell us about yourself and we'll be in touch.
Your info is kept confidential and only used for membership review.
