Independent Achievers | Networking | Business

Meetings are usually held on the 2nd Thursday of each month. The meetings begin at 11:45 a.m. and end at 1:15 p.m. with networking available afterwards for those who care to stay.

Meeting fees are $20.00 for members, $25.00 for guests. Fees include lunch, GST and room rental.

Members are required to confirm attendance for themselves and their guests. Members are to contact Robin McKay at 343-7899 confirm their attendance. When making a reservation, adding a guest or canceling your reservation, please contact the Reservation Coordinator before 12:00 p.m. the Monday before our meeting date.

Confirmation of your reservation is imperative to ensure a place is reserved for you. If you have not confirmed by Monday at 12:00 pm, lunch will not be ordered for you.

If, due to unforeseen circumstances, you cannot attend, members are required to phone the Reservation Coordinator before 5:00 p.m. the Monday prior to the meeting. Members who do not cancel before 5:00 p.m. Monday, will be billed for the missed meeting.

2009 - 2010 Meeting Schedule
Sept 10	RSVP by Sept 7
Oct 8	RSVP by Oct 5
Nov 12	RSVP by Nov 9
Dec 10	RSVP by Dec 7
Jan 14	RSVP by Jan 11
Feb 11	RSVP by Feb 8
Mar 11	RSVP by Mar 8
Apr 8	RSVP by Apr 5
May 13	RSVP by May 10
June 10	RSVP by June 7

Promotional Materials will include all member handouts and/or promotional items. Members may place these on the designated promotional table provided at each meeting and NOT on each meeting table. Members are requested to pick up any excess literature/items at the end of the meeting.

Guests may only attend twice before making a membership commitment. After that, they will be required to join the Network and pay the membership fee. Members are reminded to advise their guests accordingly.

"Networking is the reciprocal process of getting acquainted for the purpose of doing business. It is also a great way to find friends, solve problems, achieve goals and have a good time."

Independent Achievers is run by a group of Executive Directors elected at the Annual General Meeting in June. Members can become involved by serving on the Executive or on any committee. A member wishing to assist or offer any new ideas may contact any member of the Executive.

Every member is encouraged to be active in passing along information, in sharing skills and ideas and in welcoming others to the group. The Executive meets the following week after our regular meeting to review the last meeting and make future plans. Members wishing to attend are requested to contact the Chairperson.

Membership applications are mailed or e-mailed out in August to prior year’s members. The membership fees entitle the member to a Membership Directory, a common display table, newsletter, newsletter advertising in 2 x 3.5" size, and an opportunity to participate in Trade Shows.

The Annual General Meeting is held during our June meeting and includes the election of the new Executive Directors. If you think you might be interested in an Executive position, review the Executive Positions' descriptions in the By-Laws and consider nominating yourself next May. A Financial Statement will be prepared by the Treasurer and presented to the members after the year end.

New Directory - In September and October, membership fees are collected, new photos are taken and new members are welcome. The directory will be handed out in November.

Home & Business Trade Show - November's meeting, promotional tables are provided for members to highlight their businesses on a first-come, first-paid basis based on room limitations.

Golf Tournament - July is our annual golf tournament. This is quickly becoming one of the highlights of the year. Our regular lunch meeting is replaced by a mini links golf tournament and BBQ.