… Husak, SPAN Founder SPaN is more than just Totally Free Open Networking! IT'S ALL ABOUT QUALITY REFERRALS! Our Mission is to Rebuild the Vibrant Sarasota Area Economy...One Referral at a Time! Founded by Steven J. Husak in February 2009 in Sarasota, FL, our first meeting had eight attendees. Today we have attendance between 50 and 65 members at our regular weekday meetings and as many as 510 attendees at our SPAN After Hours each month. We are small, mid-size and large business owners, …

"Thee CARROT Group", Creative Association Reinforcing Relationships Over Time. How would you like to have a network of friends and professionals who know you and know your business? People do business with people they LIKE! Thee CARROT Meetup Group offers a weekly focus group to share not only leads, but your ideas, challenges and celebrations. We are a network of business professionals who come together LIVE and in person to inspire and motivate one another! Hear solid business advice how to gr …

The Lakewood Ranch Business Club ia a non-competitive referral network of local businesses. Our mission is to refer and do business among members, exchange business ideas, and keep abreast of Lakewood Ranch ad East county activities. Our goal is to increase business opportunities for omembers and provide quality service to our community.

  This really sums up SPAN: 'When someone shares something of value with you, and you benefit from it, you have a moral obligation to share it with others.' -Chinese Proverb   This is strictly a group for folks that are interested in SPAN but cannot make the attendance commitments and still want to attend Sarasota's fastest growing Free Referral Network's After Hours Events and keep up with SPAN.  Members of this group are simply registered so they can RSVP for SPAN events, they are not members …

LINKEDIN Networking is a powerful tool to grow your business. But it is just a start…   Join our group and become a marketing mastermind in:   * Advanced Networking and Niche Business Development skills   * Developing  your client base via Linkedin & social media   * Leveraging your sales via internet marketing   * Creating blog websites – quickly & easily   Accepting networking partners and aspiring masterminds throughout the west coast & central Florida region including: Sarasota, …

Network Professionals INC. is a select group of highly qualified men and women, one in each professional category, who bond together for the sole purpose of helping each other succeed in business by networking through the exchange of qualified business referrals. Benefits of your membership: 1) To make money. 2) To be the only professional for your field in your chapter. 3) To meet other professionals who you otherwise would not know. 4) To increase your ability to act as a resource fo …

Network Professionals INC. is a select group of highly qualified men and women, one in each professional category, who bond together for the sole purpose of helping each other succeed in business by networking through the exchange of qualified business referrals. Benefits of your membership: 1) To make money. 2) To be the only professional for your field in your chapter. 3) To meet other professionals who you otherwise would not know. 4) To increase your ability to act as a resource for your cli …

Young Entrepreneurs of Sarasota (YES) share success strategies every Tuesday. All ages welcome (100 yrs or younger), no membership applications, no dues. YES is a positive oriented volunteer educational support group for entrepreneurs. Relationship building starts 11:30; lunch 11:45; YES workshop starts at 12:15 and ends at 1:15. The entrepreneurial support/workshop, a tasty meal, tax and tip at the door is $13.00. See you at Clayton's Siesta Grille, 1256 Old Stickney Point Road on beautiful Si …

Forget what you think you know about Social Media and come learn what does and doesn't work in today's online world. You will learn to control: Your Brand  Your Reputation  Your Message  Your SEO Presence    Got your attention yet? Come to our Meetup and prepare to have your mind blown Wes & Tom

BarCamp Sarasota emphasizes the intersection of technology, education, and economic development. Building a community through user-generated conferences, participatory workshops, lunch and learn and after-hour events; the open forum format is born from the desire for people to share and learn in an open environment. BarCamp is a conversation - please join in!

Meet with other local young adults who are interested in gaining leadership skills through volunteering for their community! We offer community service, networking and social opportunities. The Bradenton Jaycees were established in 1927 and have been serving our community for over 80 years. We are affiliated with the Florida and US Jaycees as well as the Junior Chamber International (www.FLJaycees.org, www.USJaycees.org, www.jci.cc). We have no political or religious affiliation, just a grou …

Meet people interested in breaking bread with fellow foodies and gourmets in Sarasota's Meet-up group, Dining Out-Going Out, SRQ! Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals, and have satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions. We offer something for everyone; our members include professionals, singles & couples of all ages!Dining Out-Going Out Sarasota (DO/GO SRQ) is dedicated to discovering and exploring the various dining experiences the area has to offer as well as checking …

This group is for anyone with an intertest in Internet trends and technology. We welcome web professionals as well as casual users, whether you're looking for help or looking for work, to join us each month for an informal get-together at local restaurants. These lunch-hour meetings will give you the chance to network with like minded people, sample local cuisine, and hopefully expand your knowledge of the Internet. Our meetup events are generally open-format, though members are welcome to reque …

Do you want to meet professional LESBIANS in a more profound and creative environment that also allows for socializing over food and drinks? You may be interested in this. We have started this group to provide the art of expression with a fusion of entertainment in the Sarasota/Manatee area. These events will be great for those that enjoy good conversations, over drinks or food, or both. Hence, the primary goal of the occasion is to facilitate a social gathering of LESBIANS and their friends in …

SRQ Singles has been active in the area serving Sarasota, Venice and Bradenton for over 5 years. Our popular upscale gatherings are lively, friendly and well attended. SRQ Singles provides quality events, activities and 'Rock On' gatherings for single professionals, active Baby Boomers, and those singles starting over. Experienced planning and attention to what area singles desire are always foremost making our quality events the most popular in the area for Baby Boomers in Paradise. ....S …

Connect Learn Contribute Having passion to be successful in all areas of your life is easier when surrounding yourself with like-minded people that share in that same success! Inspire others and be inspired!! Our meetings consist of ice breakers,  mixer meetings, friendly networking and workshops/seminars and activities based on different inspiring and development topics. We will encourage participation, experiential learning and welcome others to step up and become a part of the leadership team …