The Connections Groups
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The Connections Groups LEADS Groups...
We are the "No Rules" Leads Groups!
Groups in ORLANDO, BREVARD, TAMPA & PINELLAS

  We don't limit attendance by profession - EVERYone is welcome!
  You are not required to attend every week - do what works for you.
  You can attend MORE than one group - adapt to your schedule, visit groups outside your immediate geography, & open more markets.
  You are not required to give out a minimum amount of leads - come and see what develops!
  SERIOUS networking for serious professionals.  Surround yourself with successful professionals who invest in a level of connections you don't find just anywhere.  Our leads groups are affordable... but not completely free... for a reason.  This insures that you are networking with folks who are better connected in the business community... your time is valuable!

of course...
All Leads Groups are FREE on your first visit!

NEW!  FOCUSED Leads Groups!!

Are you looking to really maximize your time?
Are you in an industry where the best contacts are WITHIN that industry?

Then look for our FOCUSED Leads-Networking Groups.  These groups are OPEN to EVERYONE... but they have a focus... within a particular industry, or theme.  While these groups may be smaller groups, because they are more focused, we know you will find them very productive and time efficient.
>> Real Estate... we have 2 RE related groups... 1 in downtown Orlando and one in Heathrow.  If you are in real estate, mortgage banking of home related services, such as contracting, home inspection, home decor, etc.  OR... if you are a real estate investor looking to make good connections and meet valuable resources for services and knowledge... these groups are for you.
>> Small Biz - Home Based Biz... are you in a home based biz and need a way to get out and energize yourself by meeting others in your same situation?  Are you in a networking marketing biz and want to learn new ways to promote your business?  Are you looking for a 2nd source of income but want to find just the right one for YOU?  This is the group for you!  You will learn valuable tools and build a support system within this group.
>> Medical Networking Group... coming soon!

COST: Most leads groups are free, but if there is a cost it is still free, or at a reduced cost for  CIRCLE of I members.  MORE INFO

NOTE:  Many groups meet weekly... however some meet twice or once per month. 
Note specifications for each group to see how often they meet and, if the day falls on a holiday... contact the Director to see if group is still on.
 

• Orlando & Brevard
  Leads Groups:

Mondays: Connections Groups
Real Estate Leads Group ...10am-noon
@ Panera Bread on Lake Eola,
227 Eola Dr (corner of Eola &
Robinson across from the Day Building)
Downtown Orlando / phone: 407-481-1060
Start off your week networking with folks that are related to the Real Estate industry.
If you are IN the RE industry... or related field... you'll make some valuable connections that are directly related to how you conduct your business every day.
If you are NOT... you are still welcome! 
Why would you want to network with
Real Estate professionals?  
Because they meet folks that have JUST moved to town... BEFORE they have had an opportunity to establish relationships with your competitors.  Get these referrals FIRST!
FREE - You just get your own tab.
To RSVP, or for more info, call Director Carl Green: 407-760-9487
Carl Green: Building Inspection Professionals
www.BuildInspectPros.com / greenie43@msn.com
 

MONDAYS: Altamonte "Motivational Monday's Leads Group ... from 6 to 7:30 pm
at  Bennigan's Grill & Tavern
244 W. Hwy 436, Altamonte Springs
Bennigan's phone: 407-862-7200
>>> A Leads Groups that meets in the evening!  
Are you a business owner or manager, looking to grow your business? Are you an employee, unemployed, or new to the area, seeking contacts who can help you improve your career track? Can't get away during the day?
 Join us at the Happy-Hour Leads Group! We make it easy: no membership fees, no restrictions, and you can come whenever you like.
Preferred attire is business-casual.
Food and drinks are available.
FREE - You just get your own tab.
To RSVP, or for more info, call
Connections Director Teri Siciliano,
at 321-229-4413 or e-mail: ts@connectionsgroups.com
 

TUESDAYS: E. Orlando Waterford Leads Group
 ...8:20 am
Qdoba Mexican Grill

(Formerly Baja Burrito Kitchen)
Location: Waterford Lakes Town Center, just South of Theatres, Between Barney's Coffee and Friendly Confines Sportsbar. on Alafaya Trail, just N of the E/W expressway exit.
We are the "no rules" leads groups!
We don't limit the attendance, you participate as much as YOU want and you aren't required to bring a certain number of leads. Just come, get to know the other members and watch your business grow!  At each meeting of a leads group there will be anywhere from 6 to 30 business people, just like you.  Some are small business owners, some are in sales or marketing, some might be there to make contacts because they are looking to make a career change.  Whatever each persons circumstances, all have something to offer the group in the way of increased contacts and referrals.
$5 event Fee -
FREE for CIRCLE of I members & first time guests.
You just get your own tab.
More info, contact Director, eMail Mike Bondi
Mortgage Sales Representative, Huntington Mortgage Group (Hablo Español) 407-925-8938 www.mikebondi.com
 

Friday @ Fridays: Connections Groups
NEXT Date:  (Check EVENTS page)
Real Estate Industry Lunch Bunch ...11:30 AM
at T.G.I.Friday's
805 Currency Circle, Lake Mary - (407) 804-0028
Are you in a business that is involved in the Residential and Commercial Real Estate Investment market?
If you are a real estate agent, real estate tax attorney, CPA, Investor, or have Home Service business such as construction, home inspection, etc. then you will meet valuable contacts and get new business through this networking group.
Are you looking to START a new business?
Thinking about investing in Real Estate?
Then this monthly luncheon will provide you with the knowledge and resources you need to succeed.
Again... everyone is welcome to attend... and if you are looking to access the affluent Alaqua, Heathrow and Markham Woods areas... then the folks at come to this group will be good connections for you.
RSVP at sc@connectionsgroups.com
More info: Sue Copening
Phone: 407-275-2956
 

Friday's @ Friday's -
NEXT Date:  (Check EVENTS page)
Lunch, Learn & Leverage!
South Orlando
Small Business Lunch Bunch
...11:30 am to 1:00 PM
at Fridays Front Row Grill
8126 International Drive 407-363-1414
(just South of Sand Lake Road)
~~ Supercharge YOUR Business  ...You'll get to present YOUR business to the whole group.
~~ Referral Jet-Fuel   ...You'll get to speak in-depth with those sitting right around you.
~~ Serious networking for serious professionals that is FUN!...  this is formal networking but in a casual, FUN environment! 
~~ Each month - something NEW!  Each month well have a slightly different twist on the LUNCHEON. 
Bring your business Cards
Brochures, etc.
If you want to do a short presentation on your business you will have that opportunity.
We don't limit the attendance, you participate as much as YOU want and you aren't required to bring a certain number of leads.
Just come, get to know the other members and watch your business grow! 
NO event fee ...you justpay for your own lunch off the fabulous Friday's menu!
Lead by Connections Director Sue Copening
at 407-275-2956 or e-mail: sc@connectionsgroups.com 
Please RSVP so we can hold us the right number of tables.

• Tampa & Pinellas
  Leads Groups:

NEW Groups also starting soon in...

• Tampa
• Sarasota
• Brandon - Apollo Beach

Want to start a group of YOUR own?

The benefits are endless...

Leading your own group gets you noticed instantly...
Helps you build great business connections...
Only takes about 1.5 hours a week...

And... as a Director you get profiled on our web site... which ranks in the top 5 in major search engines for networking groups.  We have 12,500 professionals that are currently members of our group and get our weekly newsletter.  Directors get great exposure... the kind of exposure that builds careers and opens doors!

For more info on starting your own Connections Groups Leads Group.... email SUE at:

  sc@connectionsgroups.com