This is a professional networking group to help health/wellness and spa professionals in the DC area connect, share their experiences and grow their businesses.  I am Aime, the Organizer of this group and I am a Massage Therapist.  I am also studying to be a Health Coach through Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) as well as studying to be a Yoga Instructor.  I am making plans to open a spa/wellness center in the DC area possibly within a yoga studio in the near future and I am looking for …

We are open to any and all business owners, entrepreneurs and business developers, wishing to network, learn and educate one another. At each meeting attendees may introduce themselves and share questions, goals or challenges with the group. We will focus on addressing one or maybe two topics that the group feel benefits the majority. Everything else, we will bring back and put online to keep the topics documented and open to feedback. Attendees can expect to be exposed to new ideas and new pers …

Welcome to Military and Veteran Entrepreneurs (MVE) meet-up group. First, let me introduce myself, my name is Mark and I recently separated from the Air Force and continue to serve as a captain in the Reserves. I started this group in hopes to leverage the strength of the military community and provide a network of support for all types of entrepreneurs. You can also join the group on Facebook at http://on.fb.me/ImYDk8. Our mission is to “Connect military and veterans, to include spouses and o …

This group is for anyone interested in putting their plans and ideas into ACTION; pushing them forward toward their dreams and goals. Each meet-up will focus on strategies and creating processes to get things done and get where you want to be! Jennnifer has over 20 years of sales and marketing experience, and holds a PHR Certificate in Human Resources. From coaching individuals and groups on how to create business by referral, generate more sales, creating marketing opportunities, to teaching cr …

Who are we? The same as you. The idea starters, the entrepreneurs, the incubators, the dedicated executioners, the passionate people of Central Virginia that love to start and grow businesses.

Once upon a time… in the realm of business and referral networking, ten business professionals found themselves unhappy. These ten men and women (let’s just call them the Ten) had developed trusted relationships with one another through their participation in other networking groups and couldn’t help but feel as though something was missing. So much so, that one day, whilst sitting at a somewhat ...roundish table, the Ten decided to try and name these culprits that were causing feelings of great …

This group is primarily for small Government Contracting firms and their C and senior level staff and offers seminars and presentations that are geared towards helping them grow their business. Meetings will be held in the Northern Virginia Mclean/Tyson's Corner/Vienna area for the most part. We offer a chance to network with other contractors to build relationships. Emerging businesses and those well established, young and mature entrepreneurs both are welcome. NOTE:  While B2B services are we …

Startups are not simply smaller versions of big companies, but the “search” for a repeatable, scalable, profitable business model. The Lean Startup Methodology helps entrepreneurs quickly iterate from idea to product, while minimizing activities that are unnecessary and cause waste. This group is created to encourage conversation and information exchange to anyone interested the Lean Startup methodology and Customer Development principles.

Loudoun County is a great place to start up your business! We are fortunate to have some of the brightest, hardest-working, most innovative, technological, affluent and motivated professionals in the country. Let's get together and develop the latest innovative and disruptive companies.

Gangplank RVA is a place for creators. When diverse backgrounds and ideas collide, those moments provide the necessary fuel to innovate. Gangplank provides the infrastructure, both physical and social, for this to happen. We serve as a place for people to explore their creativity, then challenge them to build their ideas into a viable start-up – forging a vibrant economy in the process. Have an existing business?  Explore taking it to the next level together with others and collaborate with peop …

The REC is a new collaboration of Richmond's small business & entrepreneurship support groups and associations initiated by Gangplank-RVA, BizWorks Enterprise Center, & BNI-Central Virginia to make it easier for entrepreneurs & small businesses to get help. With so much innovation & creation happening in RVA, we felt it was time to create a hub of entrepreneurship in RVA - connecting doers & dreamers to foster entrepreneurship, innovation, creativity, and small business success in the RVA.

I started this group because I feel there's a need to bring a sense of Professionalism to the Network Marketing Industry. So many people confuse this industry with something less than ethical or even legal. And then many involved in Network Marketing often are not properly educated in the skills necessary to become successful. The purpose of this group is to discuss and teach these skills. Individuals that are currently involved in, or will soon be involved in a Network Marketing business can be …

WV Entrepreneurs is a networking group that helps strengthen relationships by forming trust and helping one another toward goals. We exchange information on challenges, experiences and goals, because it allows you to gain new insights that you may not have otherwise thought of. We focus on the opportunity to exchange best practice knowledge, learn about business techniques, and stay abreast of the latest industry developments. Sharing knowledge and discussing other points of view really expands …

This is a group to all Fairfax area business owners who wants to grow your business with a referral exchange program. We can make our business successful when we all work together in our line of business.

The Heart Link Women's Network is a new revolution for business networking women built on compassion, collaboration, generosity and love. Women love to be a part of something larger than themselves and each of us can find a place with the Heart Link Women's Network. The Network is an international organization in over 200 countries worldwide! Our gatherings are face-to-face and heart-to-heart for today's entrepeneurial woman. A light meal is served at the event. Each woman will be given 3 minute …

My intent for this group is creating open, supportive environment for PRACTICAL, APPLICABLE, RESULTS oriented exploration of Intuition (no-nonsense and non-denominational or ”fluffaffied”). And use it to transform our business and jobs, relationships, health etc. To reach for fulfillment that hasn’t even crossed our minds just yet, and have our lives work. All that, while establishing strong friendships; sharing resources, networking and intuitive insight. We will have face to face meetings as w …

This is a group for anyone interested in discussing great business startup books such as The Lean Startup, The $100 Startup, Rework, and The Dragons' Den Guide to Assessing Your Business Concept. As the author of The Dragons' Den Guide to Assessing Your Business Concept I started this group to discuss leading edge business startup concepts.

We want to help Richmond area startups (aspiring, budding, emerging…) build successful and sustainable businesses by learning and practicing LEAN STARTUP techniques. The Lean Startup approach for developing new products and business ventures has gone global, and we hope to implant its principles within our startup ecosystem. If you are an entrepreneur or intrapreneur seeking a better way to bring new products to market and launch new businesses, then this group might be for you. Join fellow inno …

Roanoke Start-Up is designed for all types of startup companies, consultants, and freelancers.  The mission is to provide guidance, support, solutions, and community to help small business owners protect, manage and grow their business. We invite you to come to this group with an attitude of sharing and giving, not just taking. Our goal is to build relationships, helps others and work together to build a strong business community of like-minded individuals. The classifications are not restricted …

Come join us for a lunch of networking and getting to know other professionals on the back deck of Kilroys every Thursday from 11:30-1. There is no fee to attend, just the price for your lunch. We are an organized, structured, membership group with one profession per seat, however guests from all professions are welcome. We are continually growing and would like your business to grow with us. The seats that are already filled are: Financial Planner, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty Insurance …

We're a group of executives, managers and "intrapreneurs" who want to learn, share or teach how to apply Lean Startup* methodologies in the Enterprise. Our focus is on adopting Lean Startup techniques within a larger organization. Let's connect to collectively drive Lean Startup adoption through the application of Lean Startup, Lean Thinking, Customer Development, and Agile managerial disciplines. *The Lean Startup is a trademark and service mark owned by Eric Ries.

EnigmaBiz hosts events focused on helping others accomplish their goals and achieve their vision through Leadership Development and Entrepreneurship. It is time to advance yourself, achieve your entrepreneurship dream, business vision, improve the performance of your employees, and overall company – then maintain the consistency of having successful business results through great leadership, starting with yourself. If you are asking any of these questions EnigmaBiz is the right place for you! H …

This group is for anyone who is interested in collaborating for the start ups in MEMS, and nanotech.

Calling all awesome CoPreneurs (couples in business) or entrepreneurs in a relationship, in the DC Metro and Northern Virginia area to join our global village of awesome entrepreneurial couples in business who have each others' back. We’re committed to helping each other succeed in business and to live increasingly satisfying fulfilled lives, while enjoying the journey together! Membership in CoPreneur is currently free as we build our awesome core group. Become a founding member now and enjoy f …

Hi there! Loudoun Entrepreneurs is an enthusiastic band of entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, "wantrepreneurs" and innovators based in Loudoun County. We want to create a series of community organized gatherings focused on topics of interest to entrepreneurs and startups. This group has been 100% grassroots organized to foster and fuel the entrepreneurial passion in Loudoun County through an open and collaborative community. Whether you've done a startup, are currently doing one, or are considering d …

Be a part of the CrowdFund Roundup and help rebuild America one community at a time. Using a new capital formation model to fuel the best of the new ideas that will improve and sustain the local economy, build affordable housing, provide business transformation and great jobs, create wealth and increased services for all. CrowdFund Roundup is an association of professionals organized to address the problems of crowdfunding. it provides sources of ideas and the funding and management to make thos …

This is a group dedicated to entrepreneurs, small business owners, freelancers, self employed, young, old, men, women, and perhaps enterprising children. We will meet to discuss business development tactics, tips and tricks for starting a business, networking, and best practices. We offer group forums, guest speakers, and coffee. If you like the idea of great conversation, great information, and spectacular networking in your local area.....this is the group for you!

1 Million Cups (1MC) is a simple way to for entrepreneurs to engage with each other and learn from each other. Each week, the 1MC program offers two local entrepreneurs an opportunity to present their startups to a diverse audience of mentors, advisors, and entrepreneurs. Presenters prepare a 6 minute educational presentation and engage in 20 minutes of feedback and questioning after they present. Entrepreneurs gain insight into possible ways they can improve their businesses, gather realtime fe …