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Our April Elite Advisors meeting takes place in Maryland! Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will be joining us to speak about local business issues and how our members and guests can leverage resources to spur growth. Register now to learn about the great business trends in Montgomery County! #montgomerycountybusinesstrends #eliteadvisors #businessgrowth

As a small business owner, your 𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒉𝒊𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝒈𝒆𝒎💎. Attend events, join associations, and build connections. 🤝Give back to your community and watch it reciprocate. Word-of-mouth marketing becomes powerful, driving business to your doorstep. Don't underestimate the impact of your community. Tap in, nurture it, and thrive together. Strengthen local economies, support one another, and cultivate a vibrant community fueled by connection.🙌

✨ How do MTLC members get the most value from their membership? Find out in this case study: https://bit.ly/3V05wVM MTLC VP Ruth Morris shares how Capital One has strategically leveraged their MTLC membership to drive business impact. From increased visibility and expert positioning to strategic networking and community engagement, the benefits are clear. 🔍  Read how Capital One has maximized their membership and learn how your company can do the same!

Building coalitions is an effective way to advance a cause, but maximizing their impact is a different story. Luckily, Denny Civic Solutions has got you covered! Check out our latest one pager on the coalition work we do to help you get the most out of your efforts. Power in numbers, right? #coalitions #impact Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eH2QNG27

Networking doesn’t have to be a chore — here are 3 ways to make it more enjoyable and effective (theconversation.com)

As a small business owner, your 𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒉𝒊𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝒈𝒆𝒎💎. Attend events, join associations, and build connections. 🤝Give back to your community and watch it reciprocate. Word-of-mouth marketing becomes powerful, driving business to your doorstep. Don't underestimate the impact of your community. Tap in, nurture it, and thrive together. Strengthen local economies, support one another, and cultivate a vibrant community fueled by connection.🙌

We took notes for you! Our April 30, 2024 meeting, The Pros and Cons of Fundraising Events, ICFAD invited Advancement Officers and their Deans to participate in an online discussion about best practices related to fundraising events – from those with a long history to those being considered. Each participant was invited to facilitate discussion and share their screen with examples as desired. The more of us who participate in this collegial collaboration, the more we are all able to learn from each other! Here are the bullet points that Diane shared: https://lnkd.in/dK8ZBF_F

Finances are the leading source of stress for community associations heading into 2024. Proving your value to boards can be the ace up your sleeve. Anticipate associations’ needs with exclusive industry research available only from Buildium. https://lnkd.in/gXTqTBya

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