Is CCRG Membership Right For You?

Are you interested in growing your business and meeting other professionals? Joining CCRG (Central Cincinnati Referral Group) is easy! Follow these simple steps to become a member:

1. Visit a Networking Meeting as a Guest

Before joining, we invite you to come to one of our meetings as a guest. We have weekly Zoom meetings and one in-person meeting each month. During your visit, you’ll meet the CCRG members and see how we work together to share business referrals.

To visit a meeting, just contact one of our members or contact us through the CCRG contact page. We’ll help you schedule a time to join us.

What To Expect At A CCRG Meeting:

CCRG Membership networking REFERRALS.
  • Open Networking
  • Welcome Visitor’s and Introductions
  • Purpose and Overview of CCRG
  • Networking Education
  • Pass Business Card Box
  • Welcome New Members
  • Members 60-Second Commercials
  • Visitors 60-Second Commercials (Member Introduce)
  • VP Report Membership Committee Report
  • Speaker Rotation
  • 10 min Speaker Presentation
  • Referrals and Testimonials (“I Have”)
  • Secretary/Treasurer Report
  • Announcements & Door Prize Questions, comments,
  • Wrap-up Closing Quote

2. Build Relationships

CCRG is all about building strong, lasting business relationships. After attending a meeting, take the time to chat with members and get to know the group. We believe in trust and collaboration, so this is an important step before joining.

3. Submit The Membership Application

Once you’ve attended a meeting and feel that CCRG is a good fit, you can apply to become a member. The simple CCRG Membership application asks for basic information about you and your business. You can download the form here or get one at the meeting.

Important Expectations Of Members

  • Only 3 absences without a substitute every 6 months
  • Tardiness and Leaving Early: 3 times tardy equals one absence
  • Close Encounters: At least 2 per month
  • High Quality Referrals: 2-4 per month (both boxes checked.)
  • Guests: Please invite at least one guest per month

4. Attend an Interview and Learn About Group Rules

After you submit your application, we’ll review it and set up a short interview. In this interview, we’ll discuss a few key things:

  • Attendance: We’ll explain how important it is to attend our meetings regularly.
  • Ethical Standards: We expect our members to act professionally and with integrity. We’ll go over the group’s ethical guidelines to make sure everyone is on the same page.

This step helps us ensure that CCRG is a good fit for you and that you’re ready to commit to our group’s values.

5. Pay Membership Fees

Once your application is approved, you’ll need to pay the membership fee. This fee gives you access to all CCRG benefits, like networking events, weekly meetings, and our referral program. The fee is affordable and provides great value for your business.

6. Start Growing Your Business

As a member, you’ll be part of a supportive community that’s focused on helping each other grow. You can start sharing and receiving referrals, building connections, and attending our exclusive events.