Client Testimonials
Tammy Carnrike, Chief Operating Officer, Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce
"The Detroit Regional Chamber recently launched a 5 Minute Networking program and the response from our members was overwhelmingly positive. These innovative events fuse the concept of speed dating with the art of networking to give businesses an effective resource for creating quality business contacts."
Jil Gardella, COO, Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
"5 Minute Networking brings a fresh approach for our members to do business with each other, and they love it! This is an exceptional new program that brings freshness to a proven member benefit."
Kim C Money, Membership Data Specialist, American Chamber of Commerce Executives, Inc.
"The staff of 5 Minute Networking were extremely professional and friendly at their successful event at the ACCE Convention. Chambers of commerce are built on networking and 5 Minute Networking knows networking to a 'T.'"
Nancy Maxwell, Membership Director, Ventura Chamber of Commerce
“People are still buzzing about our 5 Minute Networking event. I had an e-mail this morning from a prospective member that I have been trying to recruit for 2 years. He saw our event on KEY-TV eyewitness news (an ABC affiliate) last night and he wants to sign up for the next one right away. Without exception the evaluations were positive – not only did they have fun but they made good business connections. 5 Minute Networking is not only a unique, exciting way to promote your business, it is also fun. If only there was a way that we could harness the energy in the room!”
Evon Emerson, President & CEO, Pensacola Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
“The Pensacola Bay Area Chamber of Commerce has just started hosting “5 Minute Networking” events, and already we are seeing tremendous results. Our initial networking session was a sell-out event and we now have a waiting list for our upcoming session. We are excited to pilot the program among the Florida Chambers, and expect to build on this momentum over the next coming months.”
Denis J. Hanks, Executive Director, Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
“Our first event went off without a hitch. The software handled every aspect of the event, corrected seating assignments that needed changes, and positioned every participant for an exciting 5 minute networking event. Many of our participants were regulars to our Business After Hours networking events. They were very satisfied that they finally could spend 5 (quality) minutes chatting one on one with individuals they already knew as well as new acquaintances. Positive feed back was contagious!”
Daniel Story, Membership Support, The Chamber of Northeast Cincinnati
“We tried the 5 Minute Networking program with our new Emerging Leaders group, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. I have talked with a few attendees since, and each time the conversation ended with that person saying ‘I have to go, I’ve got a meeting with someone I met at 5 Minute Networking.’”
Jean Scarborough, President, Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce
“Our first 5 Minute Networking event was a success – enjoyed by both Chamber members and non-members. One attendee noted, “We want more!” The efficiencies of the software, and the knowledgeable staff at 5 Minute Networking make this program easy to administer. We’re planning our next one!”
David Garth, CEO, San Luis Obispo Chamber
"5 Minute Networking has given us an easy and fun way to meet the growing networking needs of our members. The exposure and positive PR for the Chamber, especially among the young "up and comers," has been fantastic."
Kim Griswold, Director of Membership, Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
“Our Chamber cannot wait until September when we launch our first 5 minute networking event! Initial reaction from our members has been very enthusiastic. The software set-up has been a breeze…and we can’t wait to add it to our monthly networking programs. Providing networking options and opportunities for our members is a key service our Chamber provides. It’s going to be nice to have a program that appeals to our members who are a bit shy and are not comfortable at our traditional networking events. What could be better than a guarantee of meeting at least 15 business professionals, one-on-one, without having to break into conversations that are already in progress? I look forward to a long and healthy relationship with 5 minute networking!“
Linda Benjamin, Senior Vice President & COO, Irvine Chamber of Commerce
“The Irvine Chamber of Commerce has been hosting 5 Minute Networking events on a monthly basis since June 2005. These events meet the networking needs and styles of a segment of our membership. Not only are we providing a unique and optimized networking experience to our current members, but these events have helped us attract new members to our chamber. We are very happy with 5 Minute Networking and look forward to a continuing long and fruitful relationship.”
Tim Sink, Conference Administrator, New England Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
“You could tell that the 5 Minute Networking program was working its magic on our group by the rising energy level in the room. People really got into it. It's foolproof and it's fun.”
Kaleene Toback, Event and Program Manager, Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce
“5 Minute Networking, "Speed Dating for Businesses," is a fun and trendy way for business to business networking. It allows our members to get more face time with more people in a shorter period of time. With this user friendly software, 5 Minute Networking raises the bar for our Chamber members to network with potential clients and to seal the deal with their product or services.”
Kate King, President & CEO, Napa Chamber of Commerce
“Any doubts we had about trying this networking program went out the window in the first 5 minutes. Our members loved it!”
Stephanie Cole, Membership Services Director, Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
"From what I've seen with 5 Minute Networking since we started the program in June of 2006 is that it gives business individuals who have yet to build their networking skills a chance to meet others in a very structured setting. They meet 20 individuals at a 5-Minute Networking Event and that's 20 people they know at the next networking event. It's an excellent tool for business growth."
Scott Ashton, Director of Sales & Marketing, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
“The Oceanside Chamber has been very pleased by the fact that “5 Minute Networking” is attracting new prospects to our events. Already, we have seen numerous businesspeople that had never attended any of our other networking events. This gives us a chance to show them what we can do and introduce them to our other programs and services.”
Medora Willis, Walnut Creek Chamber
“The Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce has been searching for an innovative and exciting way to get Chamber Members and non-members involved in networking outside of the average networking groups and monthly mixers. 5 Minute Networking has so far proven to be the answer to that search. It has all the elements of a serious and purposeful business meeting with great results and fun mixed in with it. We look forward to many successful events with 5 Minute Networking!”
Alan Lewis, President, University of San Diego Alumni Board
“Our alumni networking event was a great success. Everyone left feeling energized, having collected solid business contacts and reconnecting with fellow alumni!”
Patrick O'Neill, President, University of Southern California Alumni Club of Newport Irvine
“The USC Alumni Club of Newport Irvine expects that our networking events and fundraising potential will grow significantly with 5 Minute Networking Events!”