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The Connections Groups
is a "family" of business networking AND social organizations for Central Florida.

Founded in 1997, we've grown from 30 members to over 12,000... just by word of mouth and referral.  ...Isn't that how YOU heard about us?

Q: Are we a "singles" organization?
A: "No," we are for everyone!  Our organization is filled with business people and professionals (both married and single) who simply want to meet new people.   Whether you want to take advantage of our business oriented events to make new "business connections" or whether you want to meet new friends... we're the group for you.

Q: How much does it cost to JOIN?
A: Nothing... BASIC membership... is free.  We don't charge for basic membership because we send you your membership newsletter by eMail.

Q: What are the benefits of membership?
A:  We're SO glad you asked.... check this out!

1.  Invitations to MEMBER EVENTS.
Connections Groups is a BUSINESS networking
AND social organization.
If you enjoy people... you'll enjoy being a member!  Events are attended by professionals and business people and are great opportunities to network... or simply to meet new friends!  Our members are married and single, some have families some not... but they are all just really great folks!  Click for info on events in ...Orlando, ...Tampa/Pinellas, or ...Brevard.

2. Weekly E-Mail EVENT NEWSLETTER.
Chock full of events for your area... business AND social! Event information includes.... Connections Groups "Mixers," Chamber & Association Mixers, Golf Tournaments, Wine Dinners, "Singles" Events, Family Events, Charity "Galas" and Fundraisers, Business Seminars, Breakfast & Luncheon Forums, leads groups and more! Best of all... these events are not just from our organization... but from a variety of sources.  If YOU have an event coming up... you could have your event included (free) as well!

3. Connections Groups LEADS Groups!
As a Connections member you can currently attend as MANY groups, as MUCH as you want.  Each group has a $5 event fee to attend... HOWEVER... if you are going to attend regularly... you can save money by becoming a CIRCLE OF I member... Leads Groups are FREE for Circle of I.   Each group meets in a different area, and at a different time.  They each have their own "personality" so the more Groups you participate in... the MORE "connections" you'll make!  Our groups are the "no rules" leads groups too!  They are NOT limited by "profession" and you aren't required to show up every week, or to give out leads every week.  Do what fits with YOUR schedule and participate as much as YOU want to!  Of course a Leads Group is like "life" ...the more you put into it... the more you get out of it!   Networking is a "give and take" ...the more you help and support your fellow members, the more help and support you'll receive!  Get schedule for Connections Groups Leads Groups.

4. Promote YOUR Events!
If you belong to a professional organization, are involved with a non-profit or charity, or have a business or social event to promote, The Connections Groups will ALSO publish your event information in our newsletter  FREE!  (If you want an "Enhanced" or "display" ad, they are available as well and include graphics, featured placement and a guarantee they will be featured in the newsletter to all 12,000+ members.)   Don't forget to include all the details.  If your event is not complete.. it will not be included.  If it IS complete... it might get in the eMail newsletter to ALL 12,000+ members!
Click to submit your event.

Here's what a Connections member said
about their event promotion....

"Thank you for all of your assistance in the promotion of our Orlando EXPO. As you know, we used a variety of media forums in which to promote our event. The following are the attendance results of the marketing mediums used for the promotion of our EXPO:

28% Newspaper
21% Connections Groups
17% Friends/Co-worker
10% Emails from Nat'l HomeBiz Network
8% Current Members
7% Flyer Distribution
3% Radio
3% Fax
3% Telemarketing

As you can see for yourself, promoting an event through The Connections Groups is HIGHLY effective! We look forward to utilizing your group again."
                    ...Linda Bartz, Home BiZ Expo

5. Meet new PEOPLE!
That's what we're really all about... our members are just nice people like you! As business people we enjoy helping each other out... and socially we enjoy having a good time! Also... if you happen to be single... so are LOTS of us!  Come on out and we'll introduce you around!

...Convinced yet?

It's free to join!...

[Note:  We NEVER sell or allow anyone else to use your eMail address.
The only eMail you will receive will be from Connections]

It's that easy... risk-free... no cost involved... tremendous business potential... high on the "fun meter" AND no scary people will show up at your house trying to sell you anything!  What have you got to lose!?

See you soon!
Sue Copening
Executive Director,
The Connections Groups
12940 Downstream Circle, Orlando, FL  32828
office: 407-275-2956