Networking groups near Merrifield, VA

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Northern Virginia's Business Networking at its Best! One of the most successful Northern Virginia BNI groups, the Reston Referral Network has generated tens of millions in revenue since its inception over 20 years ago. There are numerous Business Networking International (BNI) groups internationally and locally. We are consistently ranked at the top. Why? "Lots of Energy." "Fun." "Lots of business owners." "Good follow up." These are common comments from visitors and why our business networking group and its members do so well. Our meetings typically include 20-30 members and guests all of whom are eager to share referrals. (Note: most members do not RSVP on Meetup, which shows just some of those attending). Register: [REGISTER HERE](https://bni-novanorth.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=16784) Details: This is a structured meeting. Visitors get the most out of it when they arrive by noon at the latest to allow for signing in and networking. · 11:45 to 12:10: Open Networking · 12:10 to 1:30: Meeting (45-second elevator pitch from members and guests, 10-minute keynote presentation from a member, passing of referrals and reporting closed business) · 1:30: Open Networking The meeting fee is $35 (cash, credit/debit card, or ApplePay - paid at the door), which includes appetizers, a plated lunch, coffee/tea/soda, and dessert. Bring about 40 business cards to pass around the room. We look forward to seeing you! Register: [REGISTER HERE](https://bni-novanorth.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=16784) (Note: links to BNI website to register. It is not necessary to register on Meetup.) **How can we help you?** Why Business Networking International (BNI)? BNI works. BNI makes us money and the Reston Referral Network is one of the most successful income generators in the region on a per member basis. BNI provides a framework of rules and concepts which, when followed, results in dramatic return on your monetary and temporal investment. When you become a member of the Reston Referral Network, you instantly expand your reach and enhance the quality of your selling power. You educate your chapter – dealing in specifics! – on precisely what makes a good referral for you. Then you educate yourself on what your partners, other Reston Referral Network members, are looking for … and together, you all make it happen. You give and you get: That’s BNI’s golden rule. With all of its compounded circles and intertwined networks, BNI is like a Venn diagram – and YOU are right where profit meets success. In BNI, you get what you ask for, and if you’re asking for more business, you’ve come to the right place. **Why the Reston Referral Network (RRN)?** Because we generate business: Over $3M in income from BNI referrals to our members over the past 12 months. RRN members get an average of over $100,000 in business annually. We generate business aplenty through the time-tested BNI method of qualified referrals – after all, Referral is our middle name. The Reston Referral Network is among the more established groups in the panoply of BNI-NoVA chapters. Our group’s long history and continued persistence means that generations of business folk have found membership in the RRN to be helpful in achieving their goals and reaching new heights. It’s more than numbers, though. It’s personalities. Like attracts like, and we’ve attracted a set of people who understand the BNI system, who arrive motivated, feel a responsibility for fostering each other’s growth, share a desire for altruism, and actually like each other. Fun is not a bad word to the RRN. And, oh yeah, by the way, we’re in Reston. We gather together in one of Northern Virginia’s economic engines to bask in the business of business – and with the Reston Referral Network, business is good. Come join us. Register: [REGISTER HERE](https://bni-novanorth.com/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=16784) (Note: links to BNI website to register. It is not necessary to register on Meetup.)

**If you are unemployed, underemployed, returning to the workplace, graduating from college, or changing careers, Career Network Ministry - CNM is the place for you!** As one of the largest job search ministries on the East Coast, we have helped thousands of job seekers land their next career opportunity, and we can help YOU! Our goal is to provide caring support to individuals during career transitions by offering 3 programs: **1\. CNM ONLINE\!** * Weekly virtual workshops led by experienced workforce professionals on essential job search skills and successful strategies. On the **1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month**, CNM hosts well-known guest speakers **at our 8 pm ET virtual meeting.** **2\. CNM LIVE\!** * **On the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month**, we meet in-person at Mclean Bible Church for ***CNM LIVE!*** from 6:30 to 8:30 PM ET. **CNM ONLINE AND CNM LIVE! EVENT REGISTRATION:** * **REGISTER HERE:** **[https://www.careernetworkministry.com/all-events](https://www.careernetworkministry.com/all-events)** Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to join a workshop. If no confirmation or reminder email lands in your inbox, check your spam/junk/promotions folder. Add **notifications@wixevents.com** to your contacts for smooth delivery. * We'll continue to maintain this Meetup group to announce both online events /workshops and in-person meetings. **However, RSVPing on Meetup will not confirm your registration or grant you access to our events, so be sure to register on our website!** **3\. CNM JOB SEARCH ACCOUNTABILITY TEAMS** * Small groups of 8-10 members who attend weekly, virtual meetings led by HR and business professionals for 10-week sessions. Team members help one another stay focused on key tasks and hold each other accountable for moving their job search forward! For more details, go to **[https://www.careernetworkministry.com/job-search-teams](https://www.careernetworkministry.com/job-search-teams)** ***All CNM meetings, workshops, and services are FREE and OPEN to EVERYONE!*** **ADDITIONAL RESOURCES** Access the comprehensive library of resources for FREE at: **[https://www.careernetworkministry.com/resources](https://www.careernetworkministry.com/resources)** **JOIN THE CNM NETWORK** Access our professional network, receive updates on upcoming events, workshops, and job opportunities: **[https://www.careernetworkministry.com/thecnmnetwork](https://www.careernetworkministry.com/thecnmnetwork)** **STAY CONNECTED** Join our LinkedIn group: **[http://www.linkedin.com/groups/1801505](http://www.linkedin.com/groups/1801505)** ***For more information, contact us at info@careernetworkministry.com*** ***For prayer requests, contact us at*** ***prayer@careernetworkministry.com*** **DON'T JOB SEARCH ALONE! Discover more about CNM by visiting to our website:** **[www.careernetworkministry.com](https://www.careernetworkministry.com/)** **____________________________________________________________** Here's what our members are saying about us: > ***“CNM is THE lifeline everyone doesn’t even know they need!”  -  Jenise*** > ***“Great resource to help people in these times. Thanks for all the group does to help.” -  Mark*** > > ***"I’m thankful to have joined your group with the commitment, guidance and compassion you provided. This ministry is a life saver!" – Cindy***    >   > ***"A wonderful supportive, effective group of people that lift me up and give me new ideas every   week.”  -  Eric*** ·

Rotary Business Network brings ethical professionals to make new contacts, refer business to each other, and to make a difference in our communities through volunteer service projects.

Have you attended big network affiliates to be bored and told its not about you? Are you looking for real networkers that help solve problems, lend a hand or come up with a great strategy? Hoping to meet business owners, managers, or business reps that want more out of networking. We promise to not be boring, and create a real busjness community

The purpose of this group is be a supportive group to those who work in animal rescue. Rescue can be rewarding when helping an animal in need and finding a forever home. Rescue can also be frustrating: an animal with no interest, not having the resources to help an animal. What I’m hoping to accomplish is a group of people who can turn to one another for support with ideas for promoting a hard to place pet, a unique fundraising idea, etc. In addition, the group can be a shoulder to cry on when an animal passes or a sympathetic ear when one needs to vent.

If you are involved with rescuing, please consider joining.

This group is NOT an attempt to interfere with any rescue organization’s operations and policies.

We are a group of business professionals who meet weekly for a lively networking luncheon to expand our networks, refer business, and take our businesses to the next level! This Business Networking International (BNI) group welcomes visitors and allows membership applications for lines of business that are not yet represented by a current member. So, if you are specifically looking to commit to a business referral group, pass on warm introductions, and expand your own networks, then please join us for lunch! The meeting cost is a flat $22 (cash or credit), which includes lunch, beverage, tax, tip, and coffee. Payment can be made upon arrival. We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to our members!

BNI is a **business** and **professional** organization whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals. If you would like to increase the volume of your business or just want to do “better” business through personal referrals, then BNI is for you. Remember – people who GIVE business referrals, GET business referrals. At BNI we invite only one person from each profession to join a chapter, and we currently are seeking to give referrals to someone in your industry. I would like to invite you as my guest to learn first-hand about our organization, particularly if you are interested in generating a steady source of referral business for yourself. Please RSVP on each individual meetup you will be attending. Remember to bring plenty of business cards to pass around, as you will meet 25 to 35 local business professionals. Please feel free to bring a business associate with you who may also be interested in finding out how to generate more business through “word-of-mouth” marketing. **\*\*\*The cost to attend the meeting is $21.00 payable by cash or $22.00 via credit card. The meeting fee includes buffet lunch, beverage, tax, tip, and amazing networking opportunities.\*\*\*** \ **ICC Dress Code: Please refrain from wearing denim. Thank you.** BNI Chapter meetings follow a prepared agenda. Plan to arrive by 11:15am to maximize your chance to speak with members and other guests. The meeting has two parts, first there is open networking and about 11:45am, we start the more formal part of the meeting. Visitors have three chances to speak during the meeting. First, we ask for an introduction of just your name, business, and who invited you. Second will be your 45 second elevator speech where you tell us who you are, what you do, and what types of referrals you are looking for. At the end of the meeting, you will have the opportunity to tell us your impressions of the meeting and any chapter members you would like to talk with further. \

**Our meetings are currently online. Please only visit if you are local to the DC, MD or VA area.** Golden Geese is a professional networking group based in Reston VA. We focus on growing and marketing each others businesses by passing warm referrals. • Passed approximately $5mm since our inception. • Friendly, supportive environment including happy hours and social events. • One position per profession. • Members include Real Estate, Banking, Insurance, Marketing, Home Improvement and Mortgage. • Made up of BtoB and BtoC • Focus on education. • We often bring in outside speakers presenting on current topics such as networking, marketing, etc Looking for a way to grow your business and connect with other successful professionals, come visit a meeting and see for yourself.

Wine Wednesday is a tech networking event in Northern Virginia/ Reston for engineers, architects, developers, and executives. With over 100 in attendance each month, Wine Wednesday has grown since its infancy in 2015 to one of Northern Virginia's hottest networking events.

We're an inclusive space and welcome everyone. Come join the fun at Wine Wednesday! We look forward to seeing you.

There are so few active government contractor networks, which is I wanted to establish an active, vibrant community of federal contractors in the DMV area. The goal of this group is to meet often and to form strong professional relationships. It is well realized that relationships are the catalyst for success. People do business with those they like and trust. This group is established to enable you to serve as a resource and to help others succeed, and while doing, so there will be others who may serve as a resource to you along the way.

The Inventors Network of the Capital Area (INCA) is an educational organization founded in 1993. Our members are interested in patents, the innovation process, product design, marketing, licensing, prototyping and other product development issues. Every month we host a meeting with a speaker and time for experienced and beginning inventors to network.The meetings are usually held third Mondays of the month at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library in Falls Church, Virginia. Private sector speakers at past meetings have included successful inventors, and experts in: marketing, branding, patenting, licensing, prototyping, venture capital, and entrepreneurship. Speakers at previous meetings have also included officials from the US Patent & Trademark Office of Independent Inventor Programs and representatives of government small business assistance programs. Meetings are open to the public. We invite you to attend our next meeting to participate in networking over pizza, snacks, and drinks. See the [Meetings](http://www.dcinventors.org/meetings) page on our website for a schedule of upcoming meetings, directions, and more information. If you are interested in speaking at an upcoming meeting, or would like to recommend a speaker, visit our [Speakers](http://www.dcinventors.org/speakers) page. For more information on INCA see [dcinventors.org](http://www.dcinventors.org). If you are interested in making a prototype of your invention you may also be interested in the [CCBC MIT Fab Lab](http://ccbcmitfablab.org/) and related [CCBC MIT Fab Lab Meetup group](http://www.meetup.com/CCBC-MIT-Fabrication-Lab/). The [TechShop Arlington, Virginia ](http://www.techshop.ws/arlington.html)is also a great resource for inventors. 

Black Business and Cryptocurrency Network is defined as a commerce for black business owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and networks to promote their services and products. The opportunity for joint ventures and group collaboration starts here and business success is just the beginning.
We build a space for all sustainable and progressive businesses, practices, and teaming agreements or 1099 contractors to network while you as a member make the connection that fits your mission or goal. We also train and consult on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. We believe it is critically important for our community to adopt cryptocurrency and blockchain technology so as it continues to take off, we are one of the groups that benefit from our investment.

Want more than just working the normal day-to-day, join the business exchange, share best practices and implement great strategies. Make the black business experience a rewarding place where every member can progress and have space to grow. Our goal is to attract thousands of members where there are building blocks for something greater while keeping it in the family. Black Business and Cryptocurrency Network.  is for serious professionals and business owners looking to exchange, promote or start-up a business far beyond just getting by with the basics.  If your business or practice has what it takes, become a part of the Black Business and Cryptocurrency Network.

Our primary focus is to help every active member succeed.  Black Business Space is all about joining together to create a stable community where we exchange services and products in the market, over the counter, and abroad.  A movement is started when more members join and keep it in the family; therefore, developing financially successfull business districts. We do not have to be in competition with each other, but collaboration and communication help eradicate unfair practices and lack of opportunities often experienced by blacks..  There is plenty of room for growth and share of the pie in the Black Business and Cryptocurrency Network. 

***What We are About*** NoVA Working Moms Network is centered around supporting, encouraging, and providing an outlet for working mothers in Northern Virginia. With regular monthly events for mom alone as well as the whole family, our focus is on fun! ***Our group membership is limited to 100 members (active + pending) to foster close friendships among our members and their children.*** ***Who We Are*** * Active working moms with active families throughout Northern Virginia * Moms who can have a blast both with their kids... and without them! * Women who love making new friends and chatting it up with other women * A diverse group of women who love checking out new activities and new ways to have fun * Opinionated moms who know how to debate, disagree, and discuss passionately and maturely ***What We Do*** * Meet at least once monthly at **Playgroups** with our families at a local park, member's house, or other fun location. * Meet quarterly for family-inclusive **Seasonal Events** celebrating summer (our Annual Summer event), fall (our entertaining Halloween Party) and spring (Annual Easter Party and Egg Hunt). * Have monthly **Mom's Night Out** (MNO) activities including coffee breaks and wine outings. (no kiddos!) * Get together locally for fun events around town... or just a lunchtime escape with your fellow moms. ***Key Points*** **Locations:** Most of our members are currently concentrated in the Northern VA area (hence the name). Our events are centered in and around Fairfax County and its surrounding areas. **Event Times:** All of our members work full- or part-time so the majority of our events are scheduled on weekends and weeknight events. **The Kids:** Sure, this group is for moms to hang out, have fun, and become friends, but we aren't moms without the kiddos! The majority of our members have at least one child under the age of 8. This is important for potential members to know because it helps you understand the focus of our kid's events, our message board posts, etc. Does that mean you shouldn't join if your kids are older? No, but it does mean that ultimately you may find this group isn't the best fit. **The Fee:** Our group's annual membership fee of $25 allows us to do a number of things we could not as a free group. With such a large group of women, it's essential for us to rent community-type venues to allow everyone to get together at the same time. This means that there's no issue with finding an available house or someone being stuck with all of the cleaning after our more major events. The fee is also used for crafts, favors at our large celebrations, greeting cards for our members going through difficult times, and other miscellaneous party costs. ***Okay, I Want to Join -- What Do I Do?*** Look up at the top of this page. You should see a button labeled "Join Us." Click it! Meetup will load a page with a brief questionnaire. This is where we learn about you, so be honest and let yourself shine through! Keep in mind that one potential sign of an active member is the amount of time taken to respond, so lots of abbreviations, fragments, and blanks will make us wonder whether you'll have time for the group. This questionnaire is also displayed in your profile and is a great way for the other members to get to know you better, so details are great. Make sure you have a photo displayed. The photo doesn't necessarily have to be of you -- it could be your kids, your dog, your favorite flower, whatever, but you *must* have a photo in order to be approved for membership.  Then make sure you pay your dues within the 30 day trial period, and attend at least one event every 90 days. We look forward to meeting you! We can't emphasize enough what a wonderful group this is -- many of our members become very close friends, and this is truly the best support system you could find for a working mom. We'd love for you to be a part of that. If you have any questions at all about the group, feel free to contact our organizers at the Contact Organizers link at the top of the page. Can't wait to meet you! ***GROUP POLICIES*** *Active vs. Inactive:*  To help keep our group moving forward, dynamic, and a close network of friends, we endeavor to ensure the majority of the group members are active. We understand that travel schedules, family activities, and life in general can really leave little time for social activities, but as we fulfill our responsibility to provide a social outlet for working moms, we feel our members have a similar responsibility to keep a moderate level of activity. Our organizers have created the following policy to determine inactive members: If a member has not attended at least one event or logged into the meetup site once per quarter, they will be considered inactive and removed from the group. *Capacity:*  We limit our group to 100 members. Our current members, though, can "sponsor" possible new members even if the group is at capacity -- exceptions will always be made for women directly referred by current members. *Dues:*  Our dues help to cover what we pay meetup.com for the site as well as for our larger events where we have to rent space and provide food, supplies, entertainment, etc. These dues are paid annually through Meetup (via Stripe) and must be paid within 30 days of joining. Dues are nonrefundable. *Member Businesses:*  Many of our members are not only working moms, they're entrepreneurial moms who own their own businesses. We're here to support our members' businesses as much as we can, but we have to balance that with trying to protect our members from those who want to join NoVA WMN *solely* to advertise. The rule of thumb we're using for promoting member-owned businesses is fairly straightforward: members need to attend two events and put in a request with the organizers prior to advertising with the group. Once cleared, you can provide a logo and link to be added to the Member Discounts/Preferred Vendors page and make a post on the message board. We feel this is a low-maintenance way that our member-preneurs can offer products and services to our member base and our other members can be more assured that they're doing business with a reputable source without feeling "spammed." *RSVP and No Show Policy:*  A lot of thought and time goes into planning all of the events. And even more so in the case of home play dates, the hostess have worked very hard to make this fun for all. As a courtesy to the Organizers and Hostesses and all the moms and kids attending an event, the RSVP policy is as follows: Please RSVP – Yes, or No whenever possible. Please do not mark yes and in the comment line "maybe", especially with a home play date or any event that has an attendance limit. This is helpful when a headcount is important. If plans change, please update the RSVP as soon as possible. Also, if it is less than a 24 hour cancellation, members are required to make a courtesy call to the hostess. This way if other arrangements need to be made, the hostess will instantly be aware of it. Hopefully making it possible to formulate necessary changes creating an enjoyable play date for those attending. If within a 3 month time frame, a member is a no show for an event without cancelling 3 times or more that member will be removed from the group. Habitual last day changes in RSVPs will be considered for removal. There are exceptions, for example a pregnancy or illness which makes it difficult to know from day to day what life will be like. If there is a special circumstance, please alert the Organizer and/or Hostess in advance. *Attendance at Events:*  Participation is one of the keys to making this a successful group, and members are required to attend at least one event per quarter. And because this is a Mom’s group, posting a “yes” RSVP for an event means that you will be there with your children/family. We have lots of events where entire families are welcome and invited, but you must also come too, (for example, please do not send Grandma with the kiddos and without you). One of the main purposes of the group is for moms to get to know one another, so it’s important that you come with your families.

 The Global Language Network (GLN) is a DC-Based 501(C)3 Not-For-Profit organization whose mission is to use language as a tool to help fix our world.  **Learning:** Communication is the most valuable tool in the world. Even money can't get you far if you can't communicate. At GLN, we engage our students in a communication-focused learning which builds confidence and helps each student and teacher gain valuable skills that are applicable to every personal and professional context. Join our unique immersion classes and see why thousands of individuals like you choose to learn with GLN.   **Teaching:**  We recruit and train native speakers who generously give their time to teach their language and share their culture with the greater DC community. Through our Teaching Fellowship we develop our teachers as educators, community leaders, and most importantly, as Givers. If you are interested in teaching your language and becoming a Giver, reach out to us and find out why hundreds of individuals like you choose to teach with GLN.  **Exciting:**  We hold Happy Hour events every month, in addition to occasional cultural and networking events. Come network and mingle with hundreds of internationally-minded and open-minded individuals like you.

From Previous Organizer: The purpose of this meetup group is to connect and network with professionally diverse women!