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Leads & Networking Groups

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Leads groups are made up of individuals from different categories of businesses. The object of each group is to build personal contacts throughout the community and to assist each other in finding new prospects and avenues for business.

Membership in the group is restricted to one person per profession or specialty. Each chamber leads group is facilitated by an elected leads group chairperson who conducts meetings, maintains the group’s membership, and helps promote the group’s objectives.

Being a member of a leads group requires a commitment to attend the group on a consistent basis. Missing two months in a row or 3 meetings in a quarter without notifying the chair may be grounds for replacing you with another member who wishes to join.

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group! To inquire about all leads groups, please fill out this form.

Biz to Biz

The primary goal of Biz to Biz Leads Group is to provide a platform for local businesses to network, share referrals, and generate new business opportunities. Members meet on the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of the month to exchange information about their products and services and to offer leads or referrals to other members who may be able to benefit from them. The ultimate objective is to build strong, long-term relationships among members, which can lead to increased sales and revenue for everyone involved. By working together, we can leverage each other's strengths and resources, and tap into a wider range of potential customers than they might be able to reach on their own.

In our meetings, we have a short period for networking, where members introduce themselves, followed by a presentation from either a guest speaker or one of our own members. To become a member, it's necessary to attend meetings regularly and be committed to contributing to the group to the best of your ability. For more information, contact Chair Sarah Holland or Vice Chair Annamaria Fagetti Preti

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

Downtown Networking Partners

This group is for small business owners generally located in the downtown Fort Lauderdale area. These members are an excellent source of referrals and are dedicated to the group's success.

Meetings are held the first and third Wednesday of the month. For more information, contact Chair Maria Medina or Vice-Chair Kathy Schklair.

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

GLBX Referral Advantage Leads Group

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce is the first Chamber in the state of Florida and one of the first in the nation to recognize the LGBT community as a major component of their membership. The contributions of the gay and lesbian business community are a driving force in the local economy.

GLBX originated as the Gay and Lesbian Business Exchange and formally became a council in the late 2010, shortly before the two year anniversary. The Council grew to more than 150 members in less than two years. GLBX Council now operates a leads group that meets twice monthly and, like the Council itself, is open to anyone interested in doing business with the gay and lesbian community, no matter their sexual orientation. For more information, contact Chair Johnnie Mejia or Vice-Chair Irv Scott.

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

Greater West Broward Business Leads Group

This group is dedicated to companies located in and interested in doing business in western Broward County. Members are generally based in Weston, Davie, Plantation, Sunrise, Miramar, Pembroke Pines and Cooper City.

Meetings are held on the second and fourth Thursdays at the Executive Suites in Weston. Please note the location is subject to change. For more information, contact Chair Verona Mora or Vice-Chair Rachelle Sylvain-Spence

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

Power Partners

This group aims to empower and generate business for its members. We are a dedicated group of entrepreneurs providing consistent referrals, support and business development. Monthly attendance is required.

Meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of the month at the Chamber at 8:30 a.m. Coffee and light breakfast are provided by our presenter.

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

For more information, or to see if a spot is available in your category, contact Chair Alejandro Echeverry or Vice-Chair Victoria Romero

Working Women Leads Group

This group aims to empower and generate business for female entrepreneurs in the Chamber. An offshoot of the Women's Council, the Working Women Win provide consistent referrals, support and dedicated business development to members. The group focuses on companies that are owned and operated by women, or by those who wish to do business with women. Bi-monthly attendance is required.

Please contact the leads group chair BEFORE visiting as a guest to ensure your professional category is available in that group!

Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Chamber at 11:30 a.m.

For more information, contact Co-Chairs Gabi Rolon or Tabitha Taylor

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Biz Perks

BizPerks is a free networking and business card exchange breakfast held at a different location each month. This event is always held on a Friday and draws dozens of people. This is an easy way to create connections early in the workday. With a $300 sponsorship, members can set up their own exhibit table and give a five minute presentation to the group.

For more information, contact Lawrence Mansell

Chamber Breakfast

The Chamber Breakfast is a monthly program hosted by the Downtown Council at the Tower Club Fort Lauderdale. Thirty minutes of open networking is followed by breakfast and a program. A panel or keynote speaker discuss a different topic of interest to the business community each month. Past breakfasts have included state legislators, scientists researching sea level rise and the CEO of the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport. Sponsors are given time to introduce and pitch their company once all guests are seated.For more information contact: Dolores Molina at dolores@ftlchamber.com

Leaders Luncheon

Social Impact Breakfast

The Social Impact Breakfast is geared to all businesses. This complimentary event features a free breakfast and open networking. Participants have the opportunity to announce any current job openings at their organizations before several speakers and give presentations on their organizations. A prize is always raffled at the end of the breakfast.

For more information, contact Dolores Molina at dolores@ftlchamber.com or Katy Meagher at katy@neighbors4neighbors.org

Board of Directors/Trustee/Trustee Plus Luncheons

Trustee Receptions

Monthly happy hour networking sessions are the perfect opportunity for Trustee and Chairman's Circle members to build relationships in a fun environment. A different Trustee member hosts each event at a venue of their choosing. Cocktails or wine and hors d'oeuvres are served at this complimentary gathering.

For more information, contact Mellissa Milroy, Melissa.Milroy@jll.com

*exclusive to Trustee, Trustee Plus and Chairman's Circle members