ARUNDEL BUSINESS BUILDERS
A VARIETY OF LOCAL PROFESSIONALS WITH A SINGLE VISION
14
A+
15 Years
Members Strong
Every Tuesday, over a dozen local business professionals meet for lunch at a restaurant in Pasadena, Maryland. Most have been a part of this group for 10+ years. Why? To exchange referrals and support each other in growing business. Each meeting consists of self-introductions, upcoming events and networking opportunities that might be of interest to the group. There is also a presentation by a different member each week.
All decisions regarding the group are voted on by members. Membership is category exclusive to avoid competition within the group. Membership is by invitation only and new members are voted in by current members.
Although membership to a referral group is not a new concept, Arundel Business Builders members are different. The ABB mission goes above and beyond giving referrals every week. What makes ABB different from other referral groups? ABB Members believe it takes more than just having lunch once a week to truly get to know someone. Several “Members Only” events are planned each year giving everyone the opportunity to get to know their fellow ABB members.
The ABB mission that members are the most proud of is the “Giving” and “Community Outreach” components of being a member:
Participation in Mock Interviews & Practice Networking events at local High Schools.
Donations to a variety of non-profit groups collecting food, coats, blankets, gloves, school supplies, etc.
Donation by check to various local non-profit organizations at the end of each year.
Pasadena Business Association Annual Scholarship Fund
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) (Old Mill & Northeast H.S.)
A Child’s Christmas (gifts and clothing to local children in need)
ABB Members submit recommendations each year for organizations to consider. Members vote on which ones to include based on the annual budget. The criteria ABB sets for the groups to be included are that the organization must be a local non-profit that the ABB member has a connection to the organization (usually as a volunteer).
Approximately $2000 in donations are made annually to local non-profits. It’s plain to see, this group has heart. When you do business with one of our members, you automatically become a part of something bigger. If you are a business professional and are fortunate enough to be invited to attend an Arundel Business Builders Referral Group meeting….Accept!! You will be in great company.