Description

Connect & Collaborate is a weekly networking referral group within the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth designed to unite the local business community. Chaired by Ryan Kaplan of the Envision Group at Compass Real Estate, C&C is open to one individual for each business category. The Connect & Collaborate members will foster relationships among members and serve as a catalyst to drive more business to its fellow members.  
 
Expectations of Connect & Collaborate Members:

• Actively participate in weekly meetings, planned for Fridays 8-9am
  • Connect & Collaborate meetings are a mix of virtual and in-person meetings.
  • Connect & Collaborate meetings do not take place the week of the Chamber’s Morning Mixer – generally the 2^nd Friday of the month.
    • Connect & Collaborate members are expected to attend the Morning Mixer in place of the regular meeting.
• Whenever possible designate a proxy to participate in the meeting should the member not be available to attend.
• Help fellow members grow their business through positive referrals and word of mouth marketing.
• Maintain active membership in The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth

• A team of 20-30 local professionals that will help you grow your business.
• Weekly opportunities to share about your business with the group along with an extended opportunity to provide a detailed presentation about your business annually.
• Networking in a fun and productive environment without needless rules and fees

• Please email the Connect & Collaborate membership manager, Steve Schwalje of Northwestern Mutual at steve.schwalje@nm.com to inquire about industry seat availability, visiting Connect & Collaborate, and/or joining Connect & Collaborate
• If the industry seat you are hoping to fill is not available for Connect & Collaborate, please be sure to check out Connect & Collaborate 2 which takes place on Thursdays.