We limit each group to one professional per industry or category, so you’re not chasing the same leads.
Leads Groups
Teamwork makes the dream work!
Sometimes referred to as tip clubs, Leads Groups are private groups that meet regularly to share business referrals and help grow one another’s business. Here’s how they work:
Collaborate
Share
Group members pass along contacts who could be interested in doing business with you.
Win
By working together, you get a competitive edge as you chase your professional goals.
| Name of Group | Monthly Meetings | Meeting Time | Meeting Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Enthusiasts Exchanging Referrals (B.E.E.R.) | 2nd & 4th Tuesday | Various Times | Various Locations |
| B2B Professionals | 1st & 3rd Wednesday | 7:45-9:00 AM | GFW Inc. Offices |
| Commercial Leads Exchange | 2nd & 4th Thursday | 7:45-9:00 AM | GFW Inc. Offices |
| Connector's Edge | 2nd & 4th Thursday | 8:00-9:00 AM | Hunsche CPA Group |
| Fort Wayne Independent (Independently owned and operated organizations) | 1st & 3rd Thursday | 8:00-9:30 AM | 1st Thursday - GFW Inc. Offices 3rd Thursday - Tall Rabbit Cafe and Community |
| Leads-R-Us | 1st & 3rd Tuesday | 12:00-1:00 PM | The Bradley Hotel, private dining room |
| Maintaining Fort Wayne (Service Industry - focused organizations) | 2nd & 4th Wednesday | 12:00-1:00 PM | Rotating Restaurants |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. GFW Inc. Leads Groups are open to active GFW Inc. member companies ONLY. If your company is not a member of GFW Inc. and you would like to visit a group, please submit a Leads Group application online.
Applying first is recommended but not required. It saves you a step once you are ready to join any group!
Individuals are permitted to visit a maximum of TWO (2) separate meetings per group, limited to two groups per calendar year, before a vote is required for official membership in that group.
$50 annually. Amount is prorated if a member joins in the 3rd or 4th quarter of the year.
Yes, an individual may be in a maximum of TWO (2) groups, but a company can have one individual in all active Leads Groups. Each individual must apply separately and pay their separate fees for each group.
Individuals who would like to start their own Leads Group must email a letter of intent to the GFW Inc. staff member featured below.
Yes, members are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings throughout the year.