STARTING, GROWING, PARTNERING  AND INVESTING IN SMALL BUSINESSES   NOTE: THIS MEETUP GROUP WILL START IN THE FALL OF 2012. This group was changed from tennis to small business in 2012.  To go to our golf and tennis meetup, click here. If you are starting a small business, trying to grow a small business, or are looking to invest in the small business community, then this meetup group is for you.  This is a great place to learn, share, grow, network access vital resources, knowledge, and mingle …

GENERATE MORE REFERRAL BUSINESS! The goal of this group is to give Gay & Lesbian and Gay-Friendly Business Professionals the opportunity to build relationships with Entrepreneurs, Small Businesses and other like–minded Professionals to collaborate, share ideas and help each other Grow their Businesses and build their Referral Network. In our Community we have hundreds of Business Owners, Sales professionals, Entrepreneurs and Start-Ups, ready to network and engage in business with others. We are …

… Every year, the Forbes Richest 400 list is made up of business owners, not employees. 3. 75% of the wealthiest 1% has two things in common; they are business owners who also invest in real estate. Anyone who is ready to say good bye to the "Rat Race", will need a place to get educated, grow, and find their new mind-set. Members will have access to a community that has already chosen to become successful through both business ownership and real estate investing. By networking with like-minded peo …

The SHEpreneur Circle is a leads networking group for female business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals and community leaders. This group focus is to empower women and help one another's business grow.

Meet and join other women entrepreneurs and independent business owners or women considering starting their own business to learn, network and get ideas to grow your business. Our breakfast meeting will stimulate your mind give you a forum to share your business and vision with others. Join this fantastic and very lively group !!! I encourage you to bring business cards, flyer's, promotional products and anything you have to share with the group that displays who you are and what you do. Be prep …

Rolling Meadows/ Palatine/ Elk Grove/ Schaumburg/ Hoffman Estates - Networking Events! Open Networking - Bring plenty of business cards! Never Eat Alone Networking organizes events that allow you to meet local Entrepreneurs, Small Businesses and Various Professionals enabling you to make new connections and grow your network! It's been said time and time again from business coaches, mentors and highly regarded speakers, that if your business requires customers in order to survive (which includes …

“You are one connection away from being able to change your life.” Think about that. Whatever it is you want in life, someone has or will be able to get for you. Knowledge, power, love, “stuff”… someone has it. You just have to figure out how you can help them get what they want in return for getting what you want. And that's what this Meetup.com group is about - Networking with others and seeing how we can help each other out. Key Concept Networking is simply that... a Business Networking …

If you are a representative/consultant of a home based direct sales/party plan business (i.e. Mary Kay, Tupperware, etc.) in the Chicago area and would like to network with other vendors then the Chicago Vendors Network is the place for you. The goals of Chicago Vendors Network is to 1) connect with vendors of various companies for sharing ideas & 2) Share and hold events in the Chicago area in order to showcase our companies and expand our businesses by reaching new customers and potential recr …

The mission of this group is to provide a forum where you can meet new people, build relationships, and expand your network, while gaining a current understanding of the economic situation and learning some ways to prepare for your financial well-being regardless of the economy. As you may realize, the people in your network are amongst your most important assets. The more people you know, the more you can learn.  Everyone alone has value. When the best & brightest come together, the possi …

Back in October 2011 I had my first child and became very uncomfortable with myself inside and outside after gaining over 40 pounds. I began the 90 Day Challenge soon after and as of Jan 1 (not even a full 90 days) I’ve shed all 40-plus pounds of baby fat. So, if you're looking to lose weight or just get fit for the New Year, let’s start the next 90 day challenge TOGETHER. Weight loss and living a healthier life is most successful when you have others to hold you accountable and teaming together …

The Party On! Network is designed to support, expand and advance our local direct sales / home party-based business representatives (Mary Kay, Tupperware, Pampered Chef, etc.). Not only will we connect to share ideas and refer potential customers, but we also pledge to attend and host party events for each other, to promote our products, increase sales, and stimulate bookings! Please click on the PAGES tab to learn more about how our group works!

B.I.G. is a support, education and networking group for smart women (and let's face it -we're all smart!)   Mission -- To create an environment where women empower each other toward their personal and professional goals and dreams. We currently host meetings in nearly 60 local communities throughout the country and we're expanding rapidly. We're also available to all women on-line via our http://www.believeinspiregrow.com website.   What is B.I.G? B.I.G. is a community based support group that p …

… Please note as much as I love having a good time this group is not solely based on partying or drinking!! Sorry if you are simply looking to hit the bars. But if you are interested in building meaningful relationships be it business or casual then welcome to PURE CLASS!    A few group expectations: No shows- It takes a great deal of time to set up the events so please show your appreciation by showing up when you say you will. We all know that life happens! So if something comes up just chang …

ASTA, short for the American Society of Travel Agents, is the world’s largest association of travel professionals. Our 20,000-plus members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc. We are the leading advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public. The American Society of Travel Agents’ mission is to enhance the professionalism and profitability of member agents through effective representation i …