Hi Rick, Thank you for the invite. Unfortunately I won't be able to attend as we have an ABRA event the same evening. Let me know if you'd like help in organizing the next face-to-face with SD biznikers..

Best, Matt Hackett

Great article. You have all created a wealth of feedback and bring up solid points. I feel it is very important for those considering joining a business referral group to also reach inside and figure out what their objectives and goals are. By setting a standard or benchmark for success, one is more likely to understand their return on investment.

I invite anyone looking for a solid group or forming one to check our site out. I won't type in the URL out of respect for the posting section, but check out my profile if necessary.

Keep up the great work and cheers to success!

Great article Dani!

I have found as both a member and now an owner of a new Business Referral Association, that different groups, will provide different benefits for many different professionals. After extensive research, there is NO right answer to the best group, company or association. Sure, manye have been around for 20+ years, but often they're technology is lacking. And yes, some of the mroe recent are offer fantastic online applications but lack the human interaction of building face-to-face business relationships.

Keep up the great work!

For a great balance of technology and face-to-face business networking meetings, check out ABRA. Affinity Business Referral Association (http://www.goabra.com)

Matt

Looking forward to meeting some new faces and re-connect with familiar ones. Welcome to San Diego Aimee!