I got tired of going to the same old events and having the same superficial conversations. So, I decided to create the kind of gathering I’d actually want to attend myself.
Instead of forced conversations and exchanging business cards, what if you could just have cocktails with interesting people?
That’s the simple, powerful idea behind The Bucharest Cocktail Parties. This isn’t about dating or professional networking. It’s simply a 2-hour cocktail party I carefully curate to bring together a small group of amazing individuals for an evening of genuine connection.
Here’s more about it.
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The Process
The beauty of the experience is in its simplicity.
I plan everything, you just show up! I designed the process to be effortless for my guests.
- Take my quick personality test. This helps me understand who you are.
- I select 14–17 interesting people for an engaging evening and meaningful conversations.
- I organize the location, the drinks, and the atmosphere.
- Show up and enjoy the evening.
The Experience
My goal is to create an environment where connections happen naturally.
It’s a refreshing change of pace from typical events, fostering genuine conversation in a super casual and thoughtfully arranged setting.
It’s an evening I design to be remembered.
What People Say
I’m incredibly grateful for the feedback I receive, and I’m happy to share what some of my past guests have had to say about their experience.
“Thanks a lot for having me, it was an evening to remember! Super casual, got to meet innovators in the tech space, and managed to build connections at a personal level.”— Diana Nicolae
“Eric, thanks for organizing! What I appreciated were the 2 ice breakers, which gave me an overview of who was in the room and who I’d be interested in talking to, as well as the all-round mix of different people. And of course, the wine made sure everybody was openly sharing.”— Alexandru Anghel
“Eric, thank you for the memories you created last night. Somehow you managed to create a group of people with so many common interests and yet unique personalities. I left the room with a strong feeling that these kinds of gatherings add a small brick to every participant’s self-development also creating the foundation of a community of smart working people driven by authenticity and sustainability.”— Cristina Martinescu
The Organizer
My name is Eric Melchor, and I’m a Texas expat living in Romania.
I conceptualized Bucharest Cocktail Parties in 2022 because I wanted to create an environment where I could meet other interesting people, but that wasn’t like your typical networking event.
The Point
Beyond just a pleasant evening, I build my parties on a core belief about how the best things in life happen. It’s about creating the conditions for serendipity.
I believe life happens to people who are open — to new opportunities, new people, new experiences.
The Guests
I curate my guest lists to include open-minded and driven individuals from various backgrounds: tech, entrepreneurship, art, design, film, food, architecture, writing, science, journalism, wellness, you name it.
Each party is a unique mix of smart, interesting people ready to have a real conversation.
Past attendees have included people like:
- Monica Zara (How to Web)
- Marina Rosu (LegalZen)
- Gregoire Vigroux (La French Tech)
- Raluca Haulica (Alura)
- Mihnea Craciun (Endeavor)
- Andrei Stoica (Stoica)
- Adrian Gheorghe (Microsoft)
- Alin Rosca (Repsmate)
- Ciprian Cazacu (EasySales)
- Ionut Vlad (Tokinomo)
- Valentin Radu (Omniconvert)
- Cristina Alina Neamțu (Amc)
- Miriam Constantin (V7 Studio)
- Vicentiu Vlad (Stock.Estate)
- Elena Vrabie (The Recursive)
- Ioana Dragomir (Tulipr)
- Alexandru Anghel (Solo)
- & more.
Conclusion
It’s time to make new memories and connect with innovators here in Bucharest.
The process is simple: get on the waitlist, get invited, and celebrate with new people.
I host events about once a month at a private location in the city center or at my apartment. I plan everything, you just show up.
Ready to join? Click here to join the wait list.