Chamber Plus Networks

The Centre Wellington Chamber of Commerce is introducing the Chamber Plus Networking (CPN) program to the local business community.  This program runs successfully in many communities and acts as the catalyst for business in the township. 

The sole purpose of CPN is to increase business through a structured system of leads and referrals.  Membership is based on ‘Contact Circles’.  A Contact Circle (CC) is defined as a business or profession that naturally provide a source of referrals for one another. Each CPN group has several different ‘Contact Circles’.  They are in someway related, but non-competitive businesses.  A ‘Home Services’ Contact Circle might include – alarm and security services, lawn maintenance, plumber, painter and an electrician.  Membership in the CPN is exclusive to each service and is built on trust within the group.  The members create a structure comprised of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Membership Committee and other positions as required.  The various CC’s work together to provide synergy to the entire CPN.

CPN groups meet weekly for lunch.  During the meeting, members have an opportunity to introduce themselves and provide a brief business update.  A different business is showcased each week.  Each meeting is approximately one and one-half hours long.

Benefits of participating in the CPN program include exchanging business referrals (i.e. an electrician doing work on a home renovation, if asked by the home owner, may be able to refer a painter – or vice-versa).  This form of business networking is unique and focused on growth for of all of the businesses involved.  The program is ideal for small business and entrepreneurs who have the flexibility to take advantage of the immediacy of referrals and contacts.  Being a member of a CPN group also expands knowledge and awareness of other businesses and ideas.

Trish Burch of Sparkle & Shine Janitorial Services at 519-787-1869 or Roberta Scarrow of the Chamber office at 519-843-5140 would be a happy to provide more information for local business people interested in joining the new Centre Wellington CPN Group.

For More Information:

A Full Overview of the CPN

CPN Frequently Asked Questions