Mission Statement

Charlotte Networking Professionals is an organization that facilitates business-building opportunities for its members.Its members are provided a platform to meet other business people, to share marketing ideas, and to learn the products and services represented within the group.Collectively and individually, its members adhere to the highest business and ethical standards.

Membership Agreement

By endorsing this agreement, you agree to be held accountable to the following standards:

• Members can miss no more than two meetings within a two month period.
• Exceptions to this rule must be cleared with the Board in advance.
• Having a visitor represent a member in their absence does not constitute an absence.
• If a member misses two meetings in two months without a substitute their membership can be revoked.
• Members must work towards extending the group’s business building opportunities by bringing guests and potential members to meetings.
• Members are expected to seek opportunities to promote the businesses of other members and to diligently seek referral opportunities for other members.
• Disagreements or grievances between members are expected to be handled in a private, professional manner between the parties involved or addressed through the Board.
• Failure to uphold the standards of the group will jeopardize membership status. The Board reserves the right to place members on probation, or dissolve membership of those who fail to meet these standards.
• Membership in other referral groups is in direct conflict with this group.By signing this agreement, you acknowledge this concern and agree not to maintain membership or join another referral group that would compromise your ability to provide referrals to group members. (Some networking groups such as the Charlotte Chamber would not be considered in conflict with this organization.Prospective members must disclose membership to other groups for review by the Board)

Do not submit an application before attending at least two meetings