Membership Guidelines
Our networking group maintains a high standard of membership to ensure that all members can contribute effectively to discussions and collaborations. Therefore, membership is limited to individuals who meet the following criteria:
1. Business Owners: Members must be owners or co-owners of a business. This includes entrepreneurs, startup founders, and proprietors who have a significant stake in the business and are responsible for its strategic direction and decision-making. OR;
2. Key Decision Makers: Employees who hold positions of significant responsibility within their organization. These positions should involve decision-making authority or substantial influence over business operations, strategy, or growth.
3. Small Business Size: The business must have fewer than 50 employees and annual revenue of less than $5 million.
4. Exclusivity Clause: To maintain the exclusivity and high standards of the group, only one member per profession will initially be accepted, ensuring that each member benefits from unique and valuable networking opportunities. However, an established
member may decide to allow a second person in their profession to join. This decision is at the established member's discretion, keeping in mind the importance of encouraging open communication regarding sensitive financial and business plan information. This approach ensures that trust and confidentiality are maintained while fostering collaborative growth within the group.
1. Business Owners: Members must be owners or co-owners of a business. This includes entrepreneurs, startup founders, and proprietors who have a significant stake in the business and are responsible for its strategic direction and decision-making. OR;
2. Key Decision Makers: Employees who hold positions of significant responsibility within their organization. These positions should involve decision-making authority or substantial influence over business operations, strategy, or growth.
3. Small Business Size: The business must have fewer than 50 employees and annual revenue of less than $5 million.
4. Exclusivity Clause: To maintain the exclusivity and high standards of the group, only one member per profession will initially be accepted, ensuring that each member benefits from unique and valuable networking opportunities. However, an established
member may decide to allow a second person in their profession to join. This decision is at the established member's discretion, keeping in mind the importance of encouraging open communication regarding sensitive financial and business plan information. This approach ensures that trust and confidentiality are maintained while fostering collaborative growth within the group.
Membership Application Process
To maintain the high standards of Premier Professional Network, our application process ensures that all members meet the established criteria and can contribute effectively to the group. Below is the application process and specific questions aligned with our membership guidelines.
Application Process:
1. Application Submission:
We look forward to learning more about you and exploring how we can support each other's growth and success.
2. Review and Verification:
Application Process:
1. Application Submission:
- Prospective members must complete and submit the membership application form.
- Applications can be submitted online only.
- Statement for Prospective Members
We look forward to learning more about you and exploring how we can support each other's growth and success.
2. Review and Verification:
- The Meeting Coordinators will review each application.
- References and supporting documents (e.g., business registration, financial statements) may be requested for verification.
- Qualified applicants will be invited for an interview with the Meeting Coordinators directly after a meeting.
- The interview will assess the applicant's commitment, fit within the group, and potential contributions.
- Applicants will be notified of the Meeting Coordinator’s decision within two weeks of the interview.
- Approved members will receive a welcome email with a link to our guidelines that include details about dues and meeting schedules. By implementing this policy, we ensure that the group is composed of individuals who are capable of making impactful contributions and driving meaningful change within their businesses.
