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Get Networking Now has a New Site! New Services & New Magazine!

2011-05-09T12:50:00.000-07:00

Get Networking Now's official website can be found at http://www.GNNCentral.net

You can view our online monthly magazine, The Sacramento Connector at http://www.The-SC.com

Be sure to learn about our All About Referrals Clubs! They are popping up all over town! GNN's All About Referrals Club is Sacramento's Original Bi-Weekly Semi-Exclusive Leads Group! We believe in building relationships the old fashioned way! Smart phones NOT required!

How much sweeter can it get??

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My $1.90 breakfast

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Ready to do some serious fishin'

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Aidan and his new tackle box

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Ahead.....

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Apparently we aren't the only ones with this bright idea

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My birthday latte!

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The fruits ...er veggies of our labor!

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Doggie-prenuer meetup!!

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Birthday girl!!

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Happy fourth!!!
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Coffee and contacts 7/2 at Tower Cafe

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Biz bikes meetup at suzi burger 29th and p street at 530. Ride at 630

2010-07-01T17:42:00.001-07:00

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That is from ONE homegrown zucchini!!

2010-06-27T16:30:00.001-07:00

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Super zucchini!

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Random pic of the day!

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Recovering from Pet-a-Palooza!!

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Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

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Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

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Pet-a-palooza!!

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Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

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Munch n mix at tokyo fros

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Lazy sunday

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Who's the alpha dog now?? Lol

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The pumpkin patch!

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See Kathy, reinforcements!!!lol

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Accidentally ordered huge nachos. Had to call in reinforcements!

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Don quiotes....yum!
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Baby grace comes for a visit

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Sissy and daddy hard at work ( well at least one of them is)

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The cute couple!!

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Aka Torri and Dean!
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The groom arrives ;)

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The bride getting pampered

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Dark skies and thunder!

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May 27, 2010
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The rainy view from my home office

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Buy a freeze!

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Survivor lap

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Relay for life folsom 2010

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2010-02-24T21:38:00.000-08:00

I keep hearing from people that SacGNN is now being blocked from servers, especially those who work in the financial and insurance industries! It's popularity and the fact that it is a "social network" causes servers to block access to their employees. Well we found a way around it!!

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SacGNN is Nominated For "Love a Local Business" Grant Opportunity!

2010-02-24T20:41:00.000-08:00

This January and February, one business a month will win a small business grant worth $35,000. Each Grand Prize small business grant includes $25,000 worth of local radio advertising on the Westwood One network, $9,500 cash, plus $500 in Intuit products and services. Plus, four other monthly winners will win small business grants, too - each worth $5,000.

Click Here to Vote for SacGNN!

Sac GNN is great because it brings small businesses together with clients in fun and unique venues. Rebecca does an amazing job of empowering the small business owners too.
Teressa

Rebecca is REAL and Get Networking Now is a result of being REAL!
sunnymikkel

The company brings people in all areas together to network and help each other with their businesses. Rebecca Johnson has helped so many business owners connect with clients.
gina

SacGNN has been instrumental in helping me make connections to grow my business. Their passion, dedication, sincerity and commitment to helping others is unsurpassed. I would be so proud to see Rebecca at SacGNN win this much deserved recognition.
Aimee P

SacGNN offers the Sacramento area many many ways to come together, socialize, and build their business.
Christa Peterson

Fun & exciting venues and events. Love working with the owners - they genuinely care about the growth of their customers business.
cotcent

sacgnn is a great business and is always on the ball and deserves any help to make gnn succeed
williamjburdick

They are great to work with, and are always open to new ideas.
kaoiii

These are great events, which have proved to be very fruitful for my business.
mymarr

I have gotten so much new business from attending their events, and they are so fun!
bitemepb

They do a great job of helping business find new ways to promote themselves and reach new markets - they are truly a necessary business choice.
marowens

This business can revolutize lives. it brings together, fosters relationships among the small businesses that mainstay of our economy. Besides it fun.
JuelR

By Owning a local business, shopping local & eating local I feel like I am my own community stimulus package! I get to connect businesses everyday and help them grow their business! There is no better business than helping to build a small business!
SacGNN

SacGNN has a new phone number!

2010-01-13T17:09:00.000-08:00

Please update your records! SacGNN has a new office phone number: (916) 629-4662

Give us a call anytime!!

Happy Holidays from SacGNN.com

2009-12-19T22:09:00.000-08:00

Wishing you all the best this holiday season! See you in 2010!

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Sacramento New Years Eve Gala: 2009

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Get Networking Now along with Sacramento Wine and Nightlife Tours & Meetup.com Cordially requests the pleasure of your company at our

2009-2010 New Year's Eve Gala

A Celebration of Wine, Music, and Dance

Sacramento's premiere New Year's Eve Gala will be held at the Elegant Masonic Temple located in downtown Sacramento. Join us for an unforgettable night as you ring in the New Year!

Upscale or Cocktail Attire Requested

Thursday, December 31st at 9:00PM

Masonic Temple of Sacramento, 1123 J Street Sacramento, CA. 95814
please reserve your tickets soon. Ticket prices go up on December 26th

Tickets are only $59 | $69 after 12/26 | $79 at the door
USE PROMO CODE: sacgnn
www.sacnewyear.com

You do not need a date to attend: Both singles and couples will attend the gala. Whether you come by yourself or with friends, you will have a wonderful time!

Enjoy an evening of great music and dancing

DJ Greg will spin the classics from the 70's, 80's and Current Hits

Live Band -Midtown Jazz Rhythm & Blues

About the Venue
The Sacramento Masonic Temple has been the location of choice for hundreds of weddings, holiday parties and banquets, the stunning 8,000 square foot room accommodates up to 600 for cocktails and hor d'oeuvres. It is the largest venue in Sacramento and is conveniently located near the State Capitol: the Sacramento Masonic Temple offers convenient parking and easy access to Interstate 5

Please note that all online ticket sales are final. No refunds.
We are unable to offer refunds or cancellations once a ticket has been purchased.

Tickets will be released at the entrance only to the person who purchased the tickets upon presenting photo ID.This gala will sell out . Please note that all attendees must be 21 or over to attend.
You may pay for your ticket online or call (916) 443-8741

3 hour open bar includes wines from the following local wineries

Vino Con Brio Winery
Perry Creek Winery
Terre D'oro

and

Beer from Rubicon Brewery

Experience the taste of the Mediterranean. Chef Elias owner of Tony's Deli will prepared delectable appetizers representing the flavors and culinary traditions of the Mediterranean for you to experience and enjoy.

APPETIZERS
Jumbo Prawns on Ice with Cocktail Sauce/Lemon Wedges
Oysters in the Half Shell on Ice
Smoked Salmon (Lox) with all the trimming
Mediterranean stuffed Grape leaves
Mediterranean Ravioli Salad
Assorted Imported & Domestic Cheese with Assorted Crackers & Baguetes
Deluxe Vegetable Platter (In season Vegetables)
Cajun Sausage
Mild or Spicy Italian Sausage
Italian or Swedish Meatballs

Please note that appetizers are served until 12:00 AM

OPTIONAL SERVICES

Can't find someone to watch your children?

Use our nanny service. Your child will celebrate new years in a separate area which will only be accessible by parents who use the service. We'll have a play area set-up for your children enjoyment. $20 first child, $10.00 for each additional child. Ages 3 to 14. Nanny Service provided by licensed professionals

NEED A RIDE HOME?

To insure you arrive home safely we'll provide end of night shuttle service, with next day pickup to retrieve your car-$20 roundtrip (15 minute radius of the Masonic Temple)

* If you are interested in the Nanny Services or the Shuttle Service, please call (916)443-8741 or email info@sacnewyear.com

Valet Service $10 Coat Check $2

To book your limousine ride call 916-922-5466

Stay at the Hyatt Regency for $99 per person plus tax

Special Room Rate Promo Code will be emailed to you upon registration.

SacGNN Featured on Fox 40's Sacramento Scene Blog !

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The local "Sac Get Networking Now" group (www.sacgnn.com) is hosting a holiday party. This means dozens of connections in once place, in an upbeat, festive, no-stress environment.

So who will you meet?
*Local SacGNN members
*Individuals like Yourself
*And... SacGNN is inviting local businesses to host their holiday party at the event... inviting employees, venders and customers.

This Thursday, December 17th from 6pm - 10pm at the Courtyard D'Oro on 1107 Front Street
in Old Sacramento. Dinner, Dancing, Entertainment, Dessert and Swag Bags provided with ticket. Enjoy 4 cuisines, live entertainment and a No Host Bar. Proceeds benefit "Chalk It Up!" a local children's art organization.

Entry is $30 with SacGNN.com Profile, $35 without Profile and $40 at the Door.

Group rates are available for businesses, associations, networking groups and chambers.

Call 916-868-7562 for more information or check out the website.

Click here for the Original Story Link

Hot off the SacPress: Small Business Celebrate the Holidays in a BIG Way this Year!

2009-12-15T08:28:00.000-08:00

There is no doubt that businesses in general have suffered through our ever-changing economy. Businesses on multiple levels have had to make sacrifices; downsizing, cutting salaries, furloughing, laying off, and certainly cutting expenses.Small business, especially in Sacramento, is no exception. One expense that seems to be a commonality, is the Company Holiday Party.

Historically, no matter how large or small an office or business is, company's have celebrated the holidays and their accomplishments with their partners, employees, and sometimes, vendors and customers. It is a time when people put work aside, and come together over food, drinks, entertainment and memories that often survive the company itself.

This year, small and medium sized businesses, consultants, solopreneurs, coaches, recruiters, relators and attorney's are all invited to participate in Get Networking Now's inaugural "Sacramento Region Company Holiday Party"! On Thursday, December 17, business owners, their employees, their vendors and key clients will enjoy a "BIG" celebration on a small business budget! Part of the proceeds will also benefit a local childrens' arts organization, Chalk It Up!

Chef Simon Mandell, co-owner of Courtyard D'Oro a new restaurant and banquet faciliaty in Old Sacramento, is preparing a "feast" for these hardworking entrepreneurs consisting of four cuisines, followed by dessert, dancing, music, entertainment. and "swag bags" with special offers, samples and promotions from local businesses. The event is scheduled from 6-10 pm at Courtyard D'Oro, which is located at 1700 Front Street under G Williker's Toy Emporium.

Ticket prices are $40 at the door, $35 presale. Special Pricing is available for small businesses with profiles on www.sacgnn.com and is FREE with paid monthly membership to Get Networking Now. Tickets may be purchased at: http://sacareacompanyparty.eventbrite.com/

Get Networking Now (SacGNN) is a local networking resource assisting small and medium sized businesses to grow "small talk" into "BIG Business" through education, training and networking events. SacGNN offers a free online community for local business owners to exchange leads, information, and resources and assist one another in growing their businesses in Sacramento.

For more information on this event, or Get Networking Now, please contact Rebecca Johnson 916-868-7562 or rebecca@sacgnn.com

http://www.sacramentopress.com/headline/18389/Sacramento_Small_Business_Celebrate_the_Holidays_in_a_BIG_Way

Sacramento Small Businesses Celebrate the Holidays Corporate Style !

2009-11-16T11:51:00.000-08:00

It's no surprise to anyone that Small Businesses throughout the nation have suffered, and thrived through this "roller-coaster" of an economy this past year!

Many businesses are contemplating keeping their doors open for 2010, and have chosen to forgo the Company Holiday Party this year!

Get Networking Now (SacGNN.com) has decided to help small businesses celebrate the holidays as though they had a "corporate budget:"!

On Thursday, December 17th, 6-10 pm, small and medium sized businesses, consultants and solopreneuers will come together at the NEW Courtyard D'Oro Banquet Facility and Resturaunt in Old Sacramento to ring in the holidays, celebrate accomplishments and continue to build relationships at the area's first "Sacramento Area Company Holiday Party"

Benefiting "Chalk It Up!", a local art's organization

Perfect for small and medium sized businesses and solopreneurs to celebrate the holidays "corporate" style!

Join us on

Thursday, December 17th

6-10 pm

Dinner, Dancing, Entertainment, Dessert and Swag Bags!

Enjoy 4 cuisines, Live entertainment, a No Host Bar and lots of Networking!

FREE PARKING!

Bring your office! Your Clients! Your Vendors!

Celebrate with your family (18 and over please)

FREE with Paid Monthly Membership to Get Networking Now

$35 Non-Members

$40 at the door

http://sacareacompanyparty.eventbrite.com/

2009-11-02T13:45:00.000-08:00

Global Entrepreneurship Week is Nov. 16-20, 2009!
This is a GLOBAL celebration of Entrepreneurship around the world!

There are many organizations highlighting this week! You can find local events at GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek.org

In Sacramento, there are several groups celebrating this week!

SacGNN.com is supporting two events this week:

Entrepreneurs’ Showcase and Speed Network the Globe at CSUS!

Monday, Nov. 16th:
Start your week right with all things entrepreneurial. Connecting the voices of today’s entrepreneurs with the next generation of trendsetters.

Keynote by two of Sacramento’s most recognized entrepreneurs, followed by the entrepreneurs' showcase where aspiring entrepreneurs meet their industry counterparts.

Focus for the SpeedNetwork the Globe is to connect entrepreneurs with youth that may have not thought of entrepreneurship as a career or aspiring entrepreneurs looking to connect.

Keynote Speakers:  Shari Fitzpatrick, founder and president of The Berry Factory John O’Donnell, Vision Service Plan’s (VSP) first president and CEO Activities:

Entrepreneurs’ Showcase and SpeedNetwork the Globe Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Venue: CSUS Alumni Center, 6000 J Street, State University Drive South

REGISTER HERE: http://gewsacramento.eventbrite.com/

and

Friday, Nov. 20: L Wine / Down
Wine and cocktail mixer.
Signature cocktails created to celebrate a succesful week of entrepreneurship -- the creative ideas, the interesting people, and the inventive showcases.

Relax, mingle, and unwind at the L Wine Lounge.

Venue open to all ages, but alcoholic beverages are restricted under 21.
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue: The L Wine Lounge, 1801 L Street

Register Here: http://gewsacramento.eventbrite.com/

Other GEW Events can be seen at http://www.sacgew.com

Experience a Life-Changing Event this November!

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REGISTER HERE:
http://successfulthinkersmeetup.com/cs/eventRegistration/register-instructions.aspx
Be Sure to follow ALL of the instructions (create a profile AND register for the event)
and use
Referral Number 3448 (THIS IS SUPER IMPORTANT!!)

Adventure Christian Church Roseville Sacramento
6401 Stanford Ranch Rd
Roseville, CA 95678
916-202-9481

This year has proven to be difficult for a lot of people. Unemployment is up and business profits are down. In a time of limited employment options, even the concept of living “paycheck to paycheck” can appear attractive. It’s time to start seizing control. It’s time to stop watching small business after small business fold up shop on the corner of your neighborhood. It’s time to start taking our local communities back: one block at a time!

Work Smarter
Working harder is not necessarily going to bring you closer to your dreams and goals: it’s time to start working smarter. Successful Thinkers embraces technology and offers you an opportunity to expand your skill-set…for FREE! That’s right! We are working with members of the community, just like you, to share knowledge with one another so everyone can benefit. This is done through a careful balance of face-to-face interaction that expands into the digital realm and is connecting individuals to other business-minded people faster than ever before.

Get Ready!
This one-day event will be one to remember as you hear from success-minded individuals that will share their expertise with you in their respective field. Topics range anywhere from traditional business practices to new technologies such as Twitter and Facebook to help expand your business and develop new prospects or customers.

TOPICS INCLUDE:
Building Your Local Community
Social Networking, Facebook and Twitter
How to Approach Others About Your Business
Relationship Building
Branding Yourself Online!
Referrals
Women's Leadership
And so much more!

Hear from Rudy Ruettiger
Successful Thinkers is proud to announce the participation of our keynote speaker: Rudy Ruettiger, whose life story was the inspiration for the Tristar blockbuster film “Rudy”. His insights, message of hope and “never quit” mentality has touched millions across the globe. Now you can hear from the real Rudy this November as he takes the stage at the first ever Successful Thinkers launch event.

Register Today – Limited Seating Available
There are a limited number of seats available. Please be sure to register early to reserve your seat. This event is expected to reach maximum capacity, so grab your reservation and let anyone else you know about it now! Register Now

Simultaneous Webcast!
Not going to be in the Sacramento area Nov 6th? No problem! Successful Thinkers will be broadcasting the entire LIVE event FREE over the internet! Webcast Registration

SacGNN finds Appointment Scheduling tool "Fresh"

2009-10-21T10:47:00.000-07:00

I have been looking for an online scheduling tool to help book and keep appointments! With the high amount of requests I receive for meeting with people and being out of the office all the time,

I was struggling with a way to allow people view my calendar availability and SIMPLY be able to schedule a time that works with BOTH of our schedules to have a meeting.

I tried a few different variations but ran into some of these issues:

* It wouldn't sync with my existing Google Calendar both to AND from
* It allowed people to "suggest times" which took longer to coordinate because people wouldn't always respond in a timely manner and the slots would fill up
* It wasn't user friendly
* It didnt offer Widgets or integrate with my Facebook which is where I do a lot of business

And so many other things...

I tried free and paid services only to to find that I was spending more time trying to create appointments than I was actually going on appointments!

Then I met with my Chief of Technology, Dan Fisher who did some research and came upon the most awesome, user friendly appointment booking program "Book Fresh".

I now have a program that fully integrates with my calenders, and a "Fresh" looking widget that I can have on my web page, facebook, email and allows perspective clients to pick a date and time that works best for them. There is very little "back and forth" communication/coordination that has to take place and it is SUPER user friendly!

It's an intelligent piece of technology that is worth a million bucks but only costs me about $20 per month!!

Check it out and book an appointment! I will treat you to coffee!!

appointment software - by BookFresh

2009-10-08T13:12:00.000-07:00

A question I always get asked is how to find what’s happening in Sacramento! Families are always looking for things to do, that are low cost and fun! Business people are always trying to find new places to network and meet other business owners.

I laugh everytime someone says “there is nothing to do”!

There are great places to find things to do in Sacramento!

Sacramento365.com has a comprehensive list of all the “Big” things happening in the area. Festivals, Concerts, Art Exhibits, Nightlife and more! They also have a “Free Things to Do” Section!

Get Networking Now (SacGNN.com) has a very comprehensive business to business networking calendar that outlines networking events, classes and trainings, community events, ribbon cuttings, chamber events, and so much more, every month!

MeetUp.com is another great resource to connect and meet people based on your locations and interests. There are hundreds of opportunities to meet new people each month in various settings! You will most likely find an existing group that would satisfy your interests, but if not, you can create your own to meet like-minded people!

CraigsList.org also lists activities and events that are available to you in your area!

If you are looking to volunteer in your community, check out Allforgood.org or Hands On Sacramento. Both sites list opportunities to get involved and make a difference!

Of course, InMyCommunity.com is a great resource to meet people right in your own back yard! If you are looking for ways to connect with your neighbors, attend a neighborhood meeting, check out the local churches, and recereational centers! Better yet, organize a BBQ, game night or day in the park and invite your neighbors!

Between the websites I mentioned, and places like Facebook, Twitter and your community newspapers, there is plenty of things to do!

So don’t waste time asking for an invitation, get out there and get active today!

SacGNN introduces New Features

2009-09-20T22:41:00.000-07:00

SacGNN introduces new and exciting updates to their website so that you have more opportunities to GROW BIG BUSINESS!

Here are some exciting updates:
1. SacGNN is now on MeetUp.com http://www.meetup.com/getnetworkingnow/
2. We had added new features:
Twitter Tracker: http://tinyurl.com/m5bvn3 (tracking all tweets related to Sacramento)
Polls: http://tinyurl.com/lb593e Now You can answer poll questions or create your own!
News Share: http://tinyurl.com/nxc2tt Share your news with the rest of the world!

And 2 new features are UNBELIEVABLE:
Status Updates (similar to FB and Twitter)-Find it on your page

AND

GNN Market Place: http://tinyurl.com/lt4dl7 post items, and make more money!! Categories include: For sale, office space, services needed, jobs, bids, and resources.

THIS IS SO EXCITING!!

If you are not utilizing your GNN profile, or know of people not already on SacGNN, we are making it irresistible!! The more active you are, the more relationships you can build and the money you can make!

Now, this is all included in your online FREE membership! If you think that is valuable, then think about the exposure and business building that can happen with PAID membership! For $50/mo, you will have access to hundreds of business owners each month, get great exposure and learn skills to put you at the "head of the networking class"!

Read all the package information under the "membership" tab, and take a look at our FAQ: http://www.sacgnn.com/page/2228694:Page:19547

Then Call 916-993-3934 or Book your appointment online: http://www.tinyurl.com/gnnappointment

Success with Purpose Summit Oct 24-25

2009-09-07T13:44:00.000-07:00

Attention

Women Entrepreneurs

Join Us for the

Success with Purpose Summit
Live In Abundance, Do It With Passion,
Guided By Spirit™

October 24th and 25th, 2009

In Sacramento, California
At LeRivage Luxury Hotel
On the Sacramento River

This Two-Day Event Will Feature Amazing Speakers
Offering Their Expertise In Many Areas
You Will Be Poised and Ready for the Changes Ahead
So You Can Make Money While you
Fulfill Your Purpose

http://www.karenlkeeney.com/events.html

USE Sacgnn as your affiliate code and receive a special gift from SacGNN!

Here are The Featured Guest Speakers:

Rebecca Johnson: "Especially Now: Making Connections That Count

Joy Klepac: “Strategic Alliances and Relationship Marketing”

Kari Hagensmith: "How to Gain More Free Time: Guilt-Free Free Time”

Rachel Schneider:“You Deserve A Coach"

Bill Walker:“How to Position Yourself As An Expert”

Anne Sandler : “Presentations That Get Results”

Karen Keeney: “Power Marketing: Strategies that Bring You Clients Like Crazy”

These Speaking Professionals Usually Charge Much More For Their Valuable Expertise
They Are Graciously Offering To Share Their Insights
At This Two-Day Power-Packed Event

Do You Need Advice On:

Planning and Preparing Talks and Agendas?
Being Seen As an Expert in Your Field?
How to Market Your Expertise?
On-Line Marketing Best Practices and Tips?
Joining or Creating A Mastermind Group?
Finding The Right Coaches and Mentors?
Becoming a Published Author?
Getting The Most When You Attend Networking Events?
Making Your Meetings More Impactful?

If You Answered Yes to Any Of These Questions:
You Want to Be At This Summit!

Register Below!

Also Included In Your Registration:

Chef-prepared California Cuisine Meals: Dinner on Saturday, Full Breakfast and Plated Lunch on Sunday
Priceless Networking with like-minded Women entrepreneurs
An Opportunity To Support a Local Charity For Victims of Domestic Violence
A No-Host Happy Hour in the Hotel Lobby For Friday Arrivals
An Affiliate Program When You Share This Event With Others
Luxury Setting On the Sacramento River
Discounted Luxury Hotel Rooms at LeRivage (www.lerivagehotel.com)
Riverside Walking Trail, Guest Pool, Full Service Spa
Nearby Sight-Seeing in Old Sacramento
Close to Downtown Sacramento Shopping
Only a Few minutes from Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
More Surprises To Be Announced At the Event!

Big Build of the New Central Terminal B

2009-08-29T11:13:00.001-07:00

Sacramento International Airport - Terminal B

Construction on the Big Build of the New Central Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport began in June 2008. The new terminal, scheduled to open in early 2012, will include a landside terminal, an automated people mover, a two-level roadway, and a 19-gate airside concourse. With the opening just 2.5 years away, the airport is gearing up to lease concession space in the new facility.

The New Central Terminal B is designed to reflect the Sacramento Valley proximity to two mountain ranges, and the canopy of its tree-lined streets. One of the County Airport System top priorities for this project is to create a diverse marketplace that also reflects a sense of place and makes Sacramento International Airport memorable. Sacramento International Airport is seeking high quality, unique businesses to help reach this goal.

This is an opportunity to bring a mix of local, regional and national businesses to Sacramento International Airport,said Director of Airports G. Hardy Acree. We want our airport to offer visitors an experience that is distinct to Sacramento.

As part of the concessions outreach effort, the County Airport System is hosting two informational meetings on September 24, 2009. All businesses are invited to join the airport for these informative sessions on the Big Build project, including tips on how to operate at the airport and how to propose a business for the New Central Terminal B. The airport invites participation from restaurants, retail merchants and passenger service providers.

Date: Thursday, September 24
Retail and Services Session Time: 10 a.m. to 12 noon
Food and Beverage Session Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

RSVP for location and directions by September 17 to Sarah Cannon at (916) 874-0911 or cannons@saccounty.net.

Sacramento County Airport System is responsible for planning, developing, operating and maintaining the county four airports: Sacramento International Airport, Executive Airport, Mather Airport and Franklin Field. For more information on the system, visit www.sacairports.org. For more information on the Big Build, visit www.bigbuild.org.

2009-08-15T23:09:00.000-07:00

FUNDRAISER: Save Ourselves Breast Cancer Resource Center

Eat at Chick-Fil-A and Support Your Local Breast Cancer Resource Center!

Monday August 17th 5-8pm

Eat at Chick-Fil-A and they will donate 20% of the proceeds to the Save Ourselves Breast Cancer Resource Center in Sacramento!

Saturday August 22 is Breast Cancer Survivor Night with the Monarch's at Arco Arena! Buy Your tickets for this event at Chick-Fil-A!! Tickets are $15 and $5 of each ticket goes to the SO BCRC! Contact Mike Ramos for tickets: mramos@arcoarena.com

AT&T is offering a Small Biz Tech makeover contest for businesses nationwide.

2009-08-05T22:42:00.000-07:00

AT&T is offering a Small Biz Tech makeover contest for businesses nationwide.

This a great opportunity to "make over" your business technology solutions!!

Contest prizes include Web hosting services, AT&T Secure Mail, AT&T Tech Support 360, a pair of 3G mobile smart phones and a variety of other advanced solutions that can be used to improve collaboration or drive small business productivity. Video submission by small businesses on why they think they need a technology makeover can be submitted here. through Aug. 31, 2009.

Need help with your video submission? Check out Image Corp Media in Sacramento! Quality HD Footage to assist you in creating your WINNING Video!

twaitter Gator! After While Crockodile!

2009-08-02T01:51:00.000-07:00

I Just LOVE this new software! I am such a "Twitter Dork" and have resisted really diving in to the Twitter Phenominan! But this makes it so easy!

"If you are one of the growing Twitter user community, you've probably been in one of the following situations where Twaitter can help:

Ever had an idea for a tweet, but wanted to send it later or at a specific time?
Want to setup your #FollowFriday posts throughout the week so you dont forget to share great tweeple with your followers?
Have a fellow Twitterer whose birthday is coming up in a few days, but you’re afraid you might forget to send a "Happy Birthday" tweet when the day arrives?
Spend more time on Twitter than your work calendar? Ever want to send yourself a reminder or remind friends or followers of something?
Want to participate in a scheduled Twitter conversation even when you are too busy to attend?
Want to have links in your blog RSS feed automatically sent to Twitter?
Want to schedule a tweet to go out at 8:14AM (and not 8AM sharp)?…You can do it all with twaitter. "

So Tweet Later with "twaitter"!

Remember the Milk and other important things too!

2009-08-02T01:03:00.000-07:00

I found this awesome "task management" software that helped me get my email inbox from over 500 to 29!

I am guilty of "flagging" emails I need to followup on only to lose them in the sea of incoming mail that piles new to-do items right on top! So I decided I needed to implement a task management system so I can organize, prioritize and COMPLETE my tasks!

I am so impressed with "Remember the Milk" . I am using the FREE version of the software and LOVE it! I was able to forward my to-do's out of my inbox on my gmail and send them directly to the software where I was then able to categorize them by project and clients and set my deadlines! It was so easy!

I then deleted those emails out of my inbox and discovered that there were less than 30 that I needed to actually respond to or keep active in my email!

Remember the Milk has so many great services, including paid features and I Phone Apps! I am still learning about them all, but am so impressed with my free version thus far that I think I might be a converting customer!

2009-08-02T00:46:00.000-07:00

Burgers & Beers Blue Collar Mixer

Blue Collar and Service Industries Coming Together to Help Each Other!

Date:
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Time:
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location:
Suzie Burger
2820 P Street
Sacramento, CA

Email:

Dan Johnson
dan@mybizassistant.com

This is a great opportunity for industry professionals who typically do not network! It's a casual opportunity to meet others in the service industry and fill your referral funnel!

Dan Johnson Says: "Come to our first Blue Collar Networking Tour Event at Suzie Burger (29th & P Streets, Sacramento. Have a beer, and a burger and make some contacts with guys and gals in other trades and services. Be sure to bring a fistfull of business cards and any other marketing materials you may have!Matt, our Suzie Burger host is giving the Blue Collar guys $1 off any combo meal during our event!"

Free Youth Employees Available

2009-08-01T12:59:00.000-07:00

Need Extra Helping hands? Check this out:

Free Youth Employees Available Through the Sacramento La Familia Center
The MBA has been made aware of a work experience program called "WEX" available through the La Familia Center in Sacramento, in Partnership with Sacramento Works and United Way, which provides qualified companies with young workers at no expense.
This is made possible by a federal grant to La Familia, which allows for over 100 work hours to be paid to the youth at no expense to you as they gain work experience at your company.
If you are interested in learning more about this program and how it can simultaneously benefit our local youth and your company, please contact Ada Navarro at 916-452-3601.

Be sure to let her know how you found out about this fantastic resource!

Get Networking Now!

Get Networking Now has a New Site! New Services & New Magazine!

How much sweeter can it get??

My $1.90 breakfast

Ready to do some serious fishin'

Aidan and his new tackle box

Ahead.....

Apparently we aren't the only ones with this bright idea

My birthday latte!

The fruits ...er veggies of our labor!

Doggie-prenuer meetup!!

Birthday girl!!

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Coffee and contacts 7/2 at Tower Cafe

Biz bikes meetup at suzi burger 29th and p street at 530. Ride at 630

That is from ONE homegrown zucchini!!

Super zucchini!

Random pic of the day!

Recovering from Pet-a-Palooza!!

Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

Pet-a-palooza!!

Fro joins Munch N Mix at Tokyo Fros!!!

Munch n mix at tokyo fros

Lazy sunday

Who's the alpha dog now?? Lol

The pumpkin patch!

See Kathy, reinforcements!!!lol

Accidentally ordered huge nachos. Had to call in reinforcements!

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Baby grace comes for a visit

Sissy and daddy hard at work ( well at least one of them is)

The cute couple!!

The groom arrives ;)

The bride getting pampered

Dark skies and thunder!

The rainy view from my home office

Buy a freeze!

Survivor lap

Relay for life folsom 2010

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SacGNN is Nominated For "Love a Local Business" Grant Opportunity!

SacGNN has a new phone number!

Happy Holidays from SacGNN.com

Sacramento New Years Eve Gala: 2009

SacGNN Featured on Fox 40's Sacramento Scene Blog !

Hot off the SacPress: Small Business Celebrate the Holidays in a BIG Way this Year!

Sacramento Small Businesses Celebrate the Holidays Corporate Style !

Experience a Life-Changing Event this November!

SacGNN finds Appointment Scheduling tool "Fresh"

SacGNN introduces New Features

Success with Purpose Summit Oct 24-25

Attention

Women Entrepreneurs

Join Us for the

In Sacramento, California At LeRivage Luxury Hotel On the Sacramento River

This Two-Day Event Will Feature Amazing Speakers Offering Their Expertise In Many Areas You Will Be Poised and Ready for the Changes Ahead So You Can Make Money While you Fulfill Your Purpose

Here are The Featured Guest Speakers:

These Speaking Professionals Usually Charge Much More For Their Valuable Expertise They Are Graciously Offering To Share Their Insights At This Two-Day Power-Packed Event

Do You Need Advice On:

Planning and Preparing Talks and Agendas?

Being Seen As an Expert in Your Field?

How to Market Your Expertise?

On-Line Marketing Best Practices and Tips?

Joining or Creating A Mastermind Group?

Finding The Right Coaches and Mentors?

Becoming a Published Author?

Getting The Most When You Attend Networking Events?

Making Your Meetings More Impactful?

If You Answered Yes to Any Of These Questions: You Want to Be At This Summit!

Register Below!

Big Build of the New Central Terminal B

Sacramento International Airport - Terminal B

AT&T is offering a Small Biz Tech makeover contest for businesses nationwide.

twaitter Gator! After While Crockodile!

Remember the Milk and other important things too!

Free Youth Employees Available

In Sacramento, California
At LeRivage Luxury Hotel
On the Sacramento River

This Two-Day Event Will Feature Amazing Speakers
Offering Their Expertise In Many Areas
You Will Be Poised and Ready for the Changes Ahead
So You Can Make Money While you
Fulfill Your Purpose

These Speaking Professionals Usually Charge Much More For Their Valuable Expertise
They Are Graciously Offering To Share Their Insights
At This Two-Day Power-Packed Event

If You Answered Yes to Any Of These Questions:
You Want to Be At This Summit!