BNI Canada
BNI offers a structured and supported word of mouth marketing program with a proven track record of helping members increase their competitive edge. Our primary purpose is to exchange business referrals. Our philosophy is "Givers Gain." Only one person per profession can join a chapter, creating a supportive, non-competitive environment for each member. There are now 275 BNI chapters (and growing) across Canada.
Meets: For breakfast or lunch at various locations throughout S.W. Ontario. Call for a meeting location near you. Visitors welcome
Membership Fees: Visit a chapter.
Contact: Bruce Elliott, Executive Director S.W. Ontario 519.475.4643 or 1.888.375.1904 Email: bni@xplornet.com
Web site: www.bnicanada.ca
BNI (Business Networking International)
BNI offers a structured and supported word of mouth marketing program with a proven track record of helping members increase their competitive edge. Our primary purpose is to exchange business referrals. Our philosophy is 'Givers Gain." Only one person per profession can join a chapter, creating a supportive, non-competitive environment for each member.
Meets: Each Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Michael's on the Thames, 1 York Street, London
Membership Fees: Visit a chapter.
Contact: Bill Handsaeme 519.649.6682 ext. 222 Email: handsaeme.b@mortgagecentre.com
Web site: www.bnicanada.ca
BNI Eastern Ontario/Western Quebec
With over 100,000 members worldwide BNI, is the world’s largest and most successful professional referral organization of its kind. BNI offers a structured and supported word of mouth marketing program with a proven track record of helping members increase their competitive edge. Our primary purpose is to exchange business referrals and our philosophy is "Givers Gain."
Only one person per profession can join a chapter, creating a supportive, non-competitive environment for each member. Last year, BNI members worldwide passed 4.9 million referrals generating over 1.9 billion (U.S. Dollars) in business for its members.
We have close to 40 chapters throughout Ottawa, Gatineau, Ottawa Valley, Brockville, Kingston, Pembroke, Metcalfe, Embrun, and more.
Meets: 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Email or call for dates and locations.
Membership Fees: $445.00 annually plus one time registration fee of $115.00 plus GST (subject to change)
Contact: Denis Brisson 613.860.0577 Email: bni@bnieast.com
Web site: www.bnieast.com
BNI Saskatchewan
BNI Saskatchewan is the province's largest and most professional referral organization. BNI offers a structured and supported word of mouth marketing program with a proven track record of helping members increase their competitive edge. Our primary purpose is to exchange business referrals and our philosophy is "Givers Gain."
Only one person per profession can join a chapter, creating a supportive, non-competitive environment for each member. Last year Saskatchewan passed more than 3 million referrals.
Who can join: Entrepreneurs & Business Professionals
Membership Fees: Visit a chapter.
Meets: Various locations and times throughout Saskatchewan
Contact: Stephen Bell 306-566-9362 Email: steve@bnicanada.ca
Web site: www.bnicanada.ca
BNI Sunrise Success Chapter
BNI offers a structured and supported word of mouth marketing program with a proven track record of helping members increase their competitive edge. Our primary purpose is to exchange business referrals. Our philosophy is "Givers Gain." Only one person per profession can join a chapter, creating a supportive, non-competitive environment for each member.
Meets: Each Wednesday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Shriners Mocha Temple, 368 Colborne St, London, Ontario
Membership Fees: Visit a chapter.
Contact: Russ Bain President 519.663.1867 Email: russ2@execulink.com
Web site: www.bnicanada.ca
Breakfast Meeting for Women
Provides business women with the opportunity to connect with other professional women. The group gives members an opportunity to network, enhance their leadership and communication skills, establish friendships, and benefit the community by organizing fundraising events supporting women. BMW provides an opportunity to gain knowledge through exposure to many professional women, thereby cultivating networking for profitable business referrals. Open to professional women in a decision-making managerial or ownership position.
Meets: First Thursday of each month from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Grosvenor Club, London, Ontario
Membership Fees: $200.00 annually (first year $260.00)
Contact: Marlin Martens 519. 673-6376 Email: exec@breakfastmeetingforwomen.com
Web site: www.breakfastmeetingforwomen.com
Business & Professional Women London
An equality-seeking group working toward the improvement of economic, employment, and social conditions affecting women.
Meets: one restaurant, third Tuesday of each month 6:00 p.m.
Membership Fees: $30 per meeting Guests: $35 per meeting (includes dinner and guest speaker)
Contact: Helen Lomax 519.847.5838 Email: membership@bpwlondon.com
Web site: www.bpwlondon.com
Business Club of London
To foster and advance the interest of its members by the promotion and exchange of goods and services within the group. Includes only one business per category.
Meets: Mocha Temple, 468 Colborne St., London, every Thursday at noon
Membership Fees: $162.50 + GST per quarter plus $50.00 initiation fee
Contact: Rick Bothwell 519.666.1025
Web site: www.businesscluboflondon.com
Canadian Club of London (The)
Since 1906, The Canadian
Club of London brings prominent Canadians to London to speak on topical issues of
national and international interest in the arts, history, business, finance,
education, law, and politics. Membership is open to all and members receive a
monthly newsletter, which details upcoming speakers.
Meets: Hilton Hotel, King Street, London at noon each month from September
through June (day varies)
Membership Fees: $40 per year and includes a lunch discount
Contact: 24-hour voice mail 519.471.6369 Email: connect@canadiancluboflondon.com
Web site: www.canadiancluboflondon.com
Canadian Women in Business
A genuine support for women's enterprise on-line. This network is an example of the opportunities the Internet offers for communication.
Web site: www.cdnbizwomen.com
Canadian Women in Communications - Southwestern Ontario Chapter
Canadian Women in Communications (CWC) is a national, bilingual organization dedicated to the advancement of women in the communications sector through strategic networking, targeted professional development, and meaningful recognition.
Meets: Various times and locations. Refer to Southwestern Ontario Chapter's "Events" page on Web site
Membership Fees: Varies, refer to Web site
Contact: Jane Graham 519.661.2111 ext. 83748 Email:
jane.graham@schulich.uwo.ca
Web site:
www.cwc-afc.com
Elgin Business Women’s Network
Elgin Business Women's Network (EBWN) is a
group of entrepreneurs committed to the networking and promotion
of all women in business. It provides an environment for
sharing information and ideas.
Meets: 3rd Wednesday of every month for a dinner meeting and offers a Fall Business Promotion Event
Membership Fees: $40.00 per year. which includes exposure in the online business directory
Contact: Anne Kenny 519.633.7597 ext. 32 Email: anne@elgincfdc.ca
Web site: www.ebwn.ca
Entrepreneur's Club (The)
Supporting entrepreneurship through the London Small Business Centre. Learn from seasoned professionals to discover how you can achieve success in your business at monthly Water Cooler meetings. Membership is limited. Check out the Web site for details.
Meets: Third Wednesday of the month from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Membership Fees: $219.00 per year (includes breakfast fees)
Contact: Josée Lemay, Steering Committee Chair, 519.649.7712 Email: josee@imjgroup.com
Web site: www.sbcentre.ca/entrepreneursclub
Executive Mentors
Monthly meetings offer group coaching, networking, and brainstorming components. Members are supporting each other and forge strategic alliances for mutual benefit.
Meets: Meets the 2nd Monday each month in York Region.
Membership Fees: $185.00 per year (+ GST) plus monthly meeting fee of $22.80 incl. GST for members/$45.00 + GST for non-members (Lunch is included) Membership includes complimentary 60-minute coaching session with Renate. Special workshop and coaching pricing offered to members.
Contact: Renate Weiler 905.830.1985 Email: info@theexecutivementors.com
Web site: www.theexecutivementors.com
Green Drinks
GreenDrinks London provides a dynamic social environment where people from community, non-profit, business, and government connect over the common goal of sustainability. Our gatherings are a unique blend of socializing, networking, and learning. Each month we host a different speaker who explores relevant local issues and delivers practical ideas of making greener lifestyle choices. We invite you to come out to meet new friends, develop ideas, form business partnerships, and perhaps have a few moments of serendipity.
Meets: Third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Poacher's Arms, corner of
Richmond St. & Queens Ave., London
Membership Fees: None
Contact: Tiffany Roschkow at 519.432.3571 Email: greendrinks.london@gmail.com
Web site: www.greendrinks.org
Hamilton Road Area Business Association
A networking group for small businesses doing business, or wanting to do business, in the Hamilton Road area.
Meets: Once a month, usually from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Location varies.
Membership Fees: $60.00 per year
Contact: Dave Broostad Phone: 519.672.1491 Email: dbroostad@fullcirclegroup.ca
Web site: www.HamRoad.com
Homepreneur Network
A network to connect and direct Me, Inc. (Micro Enterprise), homepreneurs, and SOHOs.
Meets: Meetings and events currently on hold.
Membership Fees: Event fees varies
Contact: Sandy Ross Phone: 519.472.5322 Email: homepreneur@sandyross.ca
Web site: www.sandyross.ca
Hyde Park Business Association
A local association for businesses of Hyde Park, located in the north west of London, Ontario.
Meets: Third Tuesday each month at 8:00 a.m., The Co-Operators c/o Barry Carson, 34-1615 North Routledge Park, London, Ontario
Membership Fees: contact Tom Thirtle for details
Contact: Josee Morin 519.641.8703 Email: josee@londongranite.ca
Web site: www.hpba.ca
IABC (International Association of Business Communicators) London Chapter
IABC London is a professional association dedicated to fostering communications excellence. We serve communicators in southwestern Ontario by identifying and meeting their changing needs, and by providing high-value development and networking opportunities in order to raise professional standards. On the international front, IABC has more than 14,000 professional members in over 60 countries. Founded in 1979, the IABC London Chapter represents a diverse group of seasoned professionals in a wide range of work environments, including corporate, government, non-profit, design, education, manufacturing, consulting, fund development, and more. IABC London also provides great opportunity for students new to the communications field to grow and develop through ongoing interaction with experienced professionals.
Meets: Usually 3rd Thursday of each month.
Location, time, cost vary. Pre-registration
required. All welcome. Visit
http://london.iabc.com for details.
Membership Fee: Varies. Brings
international benefits. For details
visit
http://london.iabc.com/joinIABC.shtml
Contact: Sandy Ross 519.472.5322 Email: iabclndn@execulink.com
Web site: http://london.iabc.com/
InterNETwork London
InterNETwork London provides a dynamic networking environment where entrepreneurs and managers of e-business enterprises can connect with service providers and venture resources to cultivate ideas, help bring projects to life, and generally share business experiences. The organization is wholly funded by sponsorship contributions. Anyone with an interest in technology related business initiatives is encouraged to attend.
Meets: First Tuesday of each month (location varies)
No Membership Fees.
Contact: 519.661.4545 Email: yunguo@ledc.com
Web site: www.internetwork.ca
InTouch Group
Helps members be in touch with everyday problems in business.
Meets: Alternate Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at McGinnis Landing, Wonderland and Oxford Street, London
No Membership Fees – cost of lunch
Contact: Susan Regier at 519.471.8726 Email: susan@vantageone.ca
Leads Unlimited
A nonprofit networking group that meets for breakfast and guest speakers. Includes only one business per category.
Meets: Highland Golf Course, alternate Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Membership Fees: $300.00 per year
Contact: Walter Georgijev 519.472.0055 Cell: 519.671.4440 Email: wvg@wvg.on.ca
Web site: www.leadsunlimited.ca
London & Area Home Based Travel Consultants
A forum for home based travel consultants to exchange ideas, share experiences, and learn about travel products to help them grow their businesses.
Meets: Cora's, Wellington Road at Commissioners, London 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. the 3rd Tuesday of each month
Membership Fees: Cost of lunch only
Contact: Fred Ihnatiuk 519.471.9464 Email: fred@yyztravel.com
London African Violet Association
A group for anyone who grows or wants to learn more about African Violets and would like an evening out with like-minded people.
Meets: 2nd Monday of each month
Membership Fees: $15.00 annually
Contact: Dianne Conway 519.471.8825 Email: homes@DianneConway.com
Web site: http://www.geocities.com/LondonAfricanVioletSociety/
London City Hall Toastmasters
A nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of positive leadership and oral communication. Members must be over 18 years of age.
Meets: Thursdays at 12:05 p.m., London City Hall, 2nd floor, 300 Dufferin Ave. at Wellington, London
Membership Fees: $90.00 annually
Contact: Pat Moauro at 519.432-0196 Email: pm@isp.ca
Web site: www.toastmasters.org
London District Transportation Club
An active, social affiliation of members and suppliers of the transportation industry. Includes Trucking, Parcel, Courier, Freight Forwarders, Air Cargo, Customs Brokers, Consultants & Auditors, Warehousing, Load Brokers, Logistics, and other suppliers as approved by the executive.
Meets: Various locations as announced in mailings
Membership Fees: $40.00 per year or Group Membership $80.00 for up to 5 people in same organization
Contact: Gerry Smith 519.652.0793 Email: gcs@execulink.com
London Home Builders' Association
Comprised of Builders, Renovators, Developers, Suppliers, Sub-Trades, Manufacturers, Financial Institutions, and Professionals involved in residential construction.
Meets: Lamplighter Inn, 2nd Thursday of each month except June, July, August, and December
Membership Fees: $800.00 plus GST annually
Contact: Sarah Edmundson 519.686.0343 Email: newhomes@lhba.on.ca
London Home Economics Association
A non-profit group of home economists affiliated with the Ontario Home Economics Association.
Meets: various locations and times, 4 or 5 times per year
Membership Fees: $25.00 per year
Contact: Lucy Mahood Phone: 519.432.8353 ext. 28206 Email: bmahood0903@rogers.com
London Insurance Professionals Association
Promotes education, friendship, and loyalty. Members must work in an insurance-related industry.
Meets: 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Lamplighter Inn, Wellington Road, London
Contact: June Guay 519.667.1100 Email: june-guay@omniinsurance.on.ca
London Real Estate Investment Club
Real Estate Investment Club of Ontario gathers to share market opportunities and strategies relating to real estate and investing. A unique feature of this club is that members will benefit from the eclectic nature of its resources. The agenda will include, but is not limited to, the current housing market, purchasing strategies, guest speakers, recommended books, analyzing properties, joint ventures, and much more.
Meets: Monthly 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fees: Call for information
Contact: Chris Nelson 519.204.4400 Email: info@landlordnetwork.ca
Web site: www.landlordnetwork.ca
London Referral Group
London Referral Group provides a relaxed and informal atmosphere with a focus on cultivating new business relationships and exchanging business leads. Membership is limited to one person per profession.
Meets: Alternate Tuesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Palasad, 777 Adelaide St at Oxford, London
Fees: $100.00 annually
Contact: Paul Fissenden 519.200.7004 Email: network@londonreferralgroup.com
Web site: www.londonreferralgroup.com
London Speakeasy Toastmasters
A nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of positive leadership and oral communication. Toastmasters has developed a winning formula for overcoming the stress of public speaking and mastering this communication skill. Members must be over the age of 19.
Meets: Tuesdays from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Junior Achievement Centre, Wharncliffe Road North and Riverside Drive, London.
Membership Fees: $144.00 annually
Contact: Doug Daye 519.641.9385 Email: doug@speakingfromexperience.ca
Web site: www.londonspeakeasy.ca/
London WAHM
London WAHM is an online networking group for work-at-home-moms. The site includes articles on starting up and running your home based business, members and resource directories, event listings, and discussion forums. A great opportunity to meet other local WAHM's and share experiences.
Meets: Online - in-person monthly meetings being organized
Membership Fees: None
Contact: Sarah Howard 519.433.5147 Email: sarah.howard@rogers.com
Web site: www.londonwahm.ca/index.php
London Western Toastmasters
A nonprofit organization dedicated to the development of positive leadership and oral communication. Toastmasters has developed a winning formula for overcoming the stress of public speaking and mastering this communication skill.
Meets: Mondays 7:00 p.m. at St. Marguerite D'Youville School Library, 170 Hawthorne Road
Membership Fees: $72.00 semi
annually.
Contact: Sue Storie 519.473.3077 Email: sue.storie@sympatico.ca
Networking Wednesday
Clients, members, and friends of the Small Business Centre meet to exchange business cards and business ideas. This event provides a great opportunity to form new business relationships and maintain established contacts.
Meets: The 1st Wednesday of each month. Times and location varies.
Fees: $5.00 per meeting
Contact: Nancy Kopriva at 519.659.2882 Email: nkopriva@sbcentre.ca
Web site: www.sbcentre.ca
Next Level Networking
A leads and referral group for professionals who want to grow their network. Limited to one person per profession.
Meets: The 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Highland Golf & Country Club, 279 Commissioners Road East, London from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Fees: $6.00 per meeting
Contact: Arnie Kleiman at 519.660.1625 Email: sales@inyourface.on.ca
Ninety-Nines, Inc. (The) (International Organization of Women Pilots)
An international organization, which promotes world fellowship through aviation, provides networking and scholarships for women and aviation education in the community, aviation-oriented activites and events, and preserves the unique history of women in aviation.
Meets: Various times throughout the year – sponsors special activities and events
Members limited to licensed and student women pilots.
Contact: Patricia Crocker 519.680.0357 Email: pat99s@rogers.com
Web site: www.excel.on.ca/mapleleaf
Ontario Association of Landscape Architects – Southwestern Chapter
A group of landscape architectural consultants open to students and graduates of a post secondary landscape architecture (or equivalent) program.
Meets: Executive & Council meet 9 –10 times yearly, Toronto/other members as needed
Membership Fees: Call for information
Contact: Jim Vafiades, Chair 519.439.4451 Email: jimvaf@sympatico.ca
Web site: www.oala.on.ca
Professional Writers Association of Canada (PWAC) London and Southwestern Ontario Chapter
A national organization representing over 600 freelance writers and journalists across the country since 1976. Their mandate is protecting the rights and careers of freelance writers. Membership benefits include networking, work leads, free listing at www.writers.ca, professional development, online discussion groups and forums, and advocacy work on behalf of freelance writers.
Meets: Once a month at various locations for networking and professional development. Guests welcome.
Membership information is available at:
www.pwac.ca/joiningpwac/joinpwac
Contact: Suzanne Boles 519.680.1658
suzanne@writeconnection.org
Web sites:
www.pwaclondon.org
www.pwac.ca
Progressive Group for Independent Business
Offers Business Network Referral Clubs (BNRC) in British Columbia, Ontario, and Alberta, which are a great opportunity to grow your business. This is not your "downtown social club." Unlike any other networking groups, they continually require members to share contacts. Free trial available.
Membership Fees: Various (see Web site)
Contact: Craig Chandler 403.720.2143 Email: executivedirector@pgib.ca
Web site: www.pgib.ca
Progressive Group for Independent Business Women
Business Network Referral Clubs, women's edge training, networking events, low merchant rates, and an online business directory called WomensPages.ca.
Membership Fees: $129
Contact: Julie Chandler 403.720.2143 or 1.866.725.2143 Email: pgibwomen@pgib.ca
Web site: www.pgibw.ca and www.womenspages.ca
Richmond Row Merchants Association
This is a long-standing association of Row businesses that include both retail and non-retail operations. Membership is on a volunteer basis.
Membership Fees: $400.00 per year
Contact: Candy MacKay 519.432.3646 Email: tribalmountain@rogers.com
Web site: www.richmondrowlondon.com
Roaring Women
Open to all Canadian women, this group meets virtually and in-person at workshops, seminars, and dinner meetings. We provide professionally written stories of you and your business and host it on our site. Free business tips, reports, newsletters, and event listings.
Meets: various locations and times (Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, and B.C. - to be expanded)
Membership Fees: Varied - initiation fee - one time payment and monthly membership fee
Contact: Mandie Crawford 1.888.726.3361 Email: admin@roaringwomen.com
Web site: www.roaringwomen.com
The Rotary Club of London
The world’s largest service club dedicated to both community and world service. An excellent club with a wide range of membership, representing business, social agencies, and self-employed professionals.
Meets: London Convention Centre, 300 York Street, every Monday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Membership Fees: $300.00 per year plus weekly meeting fee of $17.00 (includes full lunch)
Contact: Jim Belton 519.858.1210 Email: jimbelton@rogers.com
Web site: www.rotarylondon.org
STAR Networking Group
A networking group for small business owners, trades, professionals, and corporate representatives to help promote members’ businesses through referrals. Membership is limited to one person per business category.
Meets: Thursdays from 7:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Cora's, Wellington Road at Commissioners, London
Membership Fees: $125.00 per year plus $35.00 per month breakfast dues =
Contact: Jason Micallef 519.649.0755 Email: jason@imantis.ca
Web site: www.starnetworking.ca
Summit Referral Group
A networking referral group to spread word of mouth advertising for each member. Membership limited to one person per profession.
Meets: Southside Family Restaurant, Exeter Road, London at 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. alternate Thursdays
Membership Fees: $300.00 annually or $175.00 semi-annually, includes breakfast and social events
Contact: Dave Kloetstra at 519.691.0452 Email: dave@minutemanlondon.ca
Web site: www.summitreferral.com
TechAlliance
TechAlliance is a
member-driven organization that represents, supports, and helps
to accelerate the growth of knowledge-based businesses in
Events and Meetings: Monthly
business seminars, networking events and sessions. Please visit
our Web site for further information.
Office address:
Membership Fees:
Contact Jodi Simpson, Director of Programs & Member Services
Contact: Jodi Simpson
519.858.5078 Email:
jodi.simpson@techalliance.ca
Web site:
www.techalliance.ca
The Networkers
A dynamic networking group whose membership helps promote your business and increase your income through quality referrals. Membership is limited to one person from every profession, trade, or business category.
Meets: Friday mornings from 6:55 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at One Restaurant, 1 Grosvenor Street, London
Membership Fees: $50.00 every six months
Contact: Sharon Whiteside Phone: 519-661-0190 ext. 306
Email: swhiteside@goodlifefitness.com
Web site: www.thenetworkers.ca
Wholistic Wellness Association
For wholistic practitioners seeking to network with like-minded individuals and enhance their professional presence in the community. Members should aspire to continue their education so they can educate others. We provide opportunities to profile your expertise through speaking, conducting seminars, writing articles, and participating in special events.
Meets: Various locations
Membership Fees: $75 for 6 months or $100 for one year. First meeting free.
Contact: Patricia Kennedy at 519.667.0666 or Tracy Harvie at 519.777.5082 or email info@adminforyou.ca
Web site: www.wellnessassociation.ca
Women's Conferences
Twice yearly, about 200 of London's most dynamic business women gather at The Women's Conference. Included in each of the events, are dynamic speakers, business displays, networking workshops, silent auction, excellent lunch and continuous refreshments throughout the day, door prizes, goodie bags, and unusual entertainment. It is an educational day for business women where they can connect with their peers, realize new leads, and enjoy themselves.
Meets: St. Justin's church hall, Jalna Blvd., White Oaks, London...next Conference dates is October 24, 2008
Fees: $85 - $115 depending on group rate and early registration
Contact: Diann Vail at 519.668.5677 Email: diann@vailweb.net.
Web site: www.londonwomensdirectory.com
WIN - Women Into Networking
Offering inspiration to wives, mothers, sisters, daughter, and friends, Women Into Networking gives you a valuable opportunity to connect with others. WIN's mission is to empower, motivate, and educate women to develop professionally and personally in order to fulfil their destiny.
Our goal are to create local and worldwide business connections; increase word-of-mouth referrals; obtain the tools and skills to network effectively; have access to an expert team of business and lifestyle resources; create strategic alliances and share business building ideas; have like-minded women committed to promoting your business; and benefit from working together in the spirit of co-operation, enhancement, and growth. Today's successful, innovative entrepreneur is in tune with the idea of co-operative marketing and business referral networking for mutual benefit and performance.
Meets:
Fees: $25.00 per year or $50.00 for 3 years
Contact: Dianne MacMillan 416.884.5367
Email:info@womenintonetworking.com
Web site: www.womenintonetworking.com
Women of Today
Women of Today is a women's network and magazine dedicated to help women in business to connect and grow in business together and to offer them ways to work together to market their businesses in unique and affordable ways. Our mission statement is to provide the local women with a support in business and a new type of avenue to promote their businesses.
Meets: Chapters in Lucan and surrounding area; London; Strathroy; St. Thomas; Sarnia; Stratford; Bluewater (Grand Bend, Bayfield); and Kitchener. For meeting locations and times, visit the Web site.
Fees: $150.00 plus GST annually plus magazine co-op fee
Contact: Sherry Simoes 519.666.1915 Email: sherry@womenoftodayinc.ca
Web site: www.womenoftodayinc.ca
Women Promoting Women
An informal meeting of business women who want to meet and promote their business with other women.
Meets: Second Tuesday of every month. 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the Lamplighter Inn, Wellington Road South, London. (No meetings July/August)
No Membership Fees - cost of own lunch only plus a twoonie for the room.
Contact: Tracy Harvie 519.777.5082 Email: vatharvie@sympatico.ca info@adminforyou.ca
YEA (Young Entrepreneurs Association)
The Young Entrepreneurs Association is a non-profit member organization whose mandate is to support young people in business. Aimed at business owners 35 and under, YEA provides a unique platform from which to learn from one another's experiences and take advantage of peer support and mentorship.
Email: london@yea.ca
Web site: www.yea.ca
