Next Meeting: Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 Ball Park Twin Cities 10650 Baltimore St NE Suite 100, Blaine, MN 55449
While our events are free, we strongly recommend supporting the business hosting our event by enjoying a beverage or appetizer. This helps sustain our partnerships with local venues and keeps the experience enjoyable for everyone.
Conversation Starter: Networking can be challenging, so we lay the foundation by leading with a deep business question to get your conversation started. For example, our topic for this meeting is: What is one strategic decision you made recently that significantly impacted your business positively? Follow-up: What insights did you gain from this experience, and how can you apply them moving forward?
Open Networking Environment for Owner Connections "Navigating Networks, Nurturing Success"
At North Network, we aim to create an open and pressure-free networking environment for business owners. Here, relationships grow naturally, free from the constraints of annual dues or rigid referral quotas. Our focus is on fostering genuine connections that lead to meaningful collaborations and long-term success.
What Makes Us Different?
No Pressure Networking: Unlike traditional networking groups, we don’t require members to track referrals or meet quotas. Instead, we encourage organic connections based on mutual interests and shared goals.
Relationship-Centered Approach: Build relationships that matter to you. We encourage members to connect on common ground and nurture those connections outside of the group—because lasting business relationships start with authentic conversations.
Dynamic and Fun Structure: Our events are unregulated, offering a "speed dating" style networking experience at popular local venues in the North Metro area. This keeps the atmosphere casual and enjoyable while maximizing opportunities to meet new people.
How We Do It
Monthly Meetups: We meet on the 4th Tuesday of every month at a different local hotspot in the North Metro. This rotating venue structure ensures fresh experiences and exposure to new communities. While our events are free, we strongly recommend supporting the business hosting our event by enjoying a beverage or appetizer. This helps sustain our partnerships with local venues and keeps the experience enjoyable for everyone.
Conversation Starters: Each meeting begins with a thought-provoking business question designed to spark deep, meaningful discussions. These questions help participants dive into purposeful conversations right away.
Fearless Coordinators: Our events are curated by dedicated professionals who are passionate about fostering leadership, growth, and authentic connections. Together, Tom and Ashly are committed to bringing together the most genuine and inspiring individuals in the local business community, ensuring each event is a valuable experience for all participants.
Tom Kerber of FocalPoint Business Solutions: A Certified FocalPoint Business Coach specializing in assisting small to medium-sized manufacturing companies. Tom brings extensive experience as a three-time business owner and CFO, focusing on enhancing business processes both on the factory floor and in administrative spaces.
Ashly Hughes of Go Savvy Social: A strategic business development expert with leadership experience across business development, marketing strategy, operations, sales, and technology. Ashly is dedicated to driving growth, fostering innovation, and cultivating a vibrant internal culture within organizations.
Why Join North Network?
Build Authentic Relationships: Meet people who align with your values and goals.
Expand Your Circle: Discover local leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals in a relaxed setting.
Grow Organically: Focus on connections that feel natural and meaningful, rather than transactional.
Develop Your Skills: Engage in deep business discussions that inspire growth and insight.
Join Us Step into a networking environment where you’re free to be yourself, connect on your own terms, and grow your business relationships authentically. We’ll see you on the 4th Tuesday of the month at a North Metro hotspot—come ready to connect, converse, and collaborate!