Networking Groups in Snellville, Grayson,
and Dacula Georgia

This page has information about all the networking and business lead generation groups meeting in Dacula, Snellville, and Grayson, including contact information and regular meeting times. To see a schedule of this week's events, see the Weekly Networking Calendar. To see a list of events scheduled in future weeks, see our list of Upcoming Networking Events.

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Buford/Suwanee Forsyth and North Fulton Counties Hall County Winder, Loganville, Athens and Monroe Braselton and Jackson County

Duluth Lawrenceville Norcross Snellville, Grayson and Dacula Stone Mountain, Tucker and Lilburn

American Business Women's Association

ABWA Mission:To bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.

Meets: South Gwinnett Chapter: 6:00 PM on the second Thursday of each month at Snellville City Hall on Oak Road in Snellville. Dinner/Meeting fee is $20.00. RSVP before the meeting at www.abwa.info.

Contact: Atlanta Area Council  www.aacabwa.org

Business 2 Business Exchange

Business 2 Business networking and wine tasting. Taste 6 bottles of wine for $8.00 while networking with other business owners, bankers.

Meets: Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00 PM at WineStyles, 1350 Scenic Highway in Snellville.

Contact: Ed Ukaonu (770) 985-8356 eukaonu@winestyles.net 

Business Network International

BNI is a business and professional networking organization that allows only one person per profession to join a chapter. In 2003, BNI members passed approximately 2.1 million referrals generating over 727 million (US) dollars! In 2003 the organization had a net growth of 425 chapters - the largest increase in our history.

The mission of BNI is to help members increase their business through a structured, positive, and professional "word-of-mouth" program that enables them to develop long-term, meaningful relationships with quality business professionals.

Meets: Noon every Thursday, BNI Mall of Georgia meets in Dacula. Contact: W. Geary Jaco, (678) 482-3970.

Contact: Kimberly Alexander (678) 888-0200 ext 226 success@referral4life.com  www.bniatlanta.com

City of Snellville

If you enjoy networking with professionals in your area, please take advantage of this opportunity! Admission is free and no RSVP is required. Please don't forget your business cards! Sponsored by the City of Snellville.

Meets:

• the second Tuesday of each month from 7:30-8:45 AM for the Rise & Shine Networking Breakfast at Snellville City Hall on Oak Road.
• Quarterly on the fourth Thursday of January, April, July and October for Business After Hours from 5-7 PM.

Contact: Alison Starnes (770( 985-3515 astarnes@snellville.org  www.snellville.org

Crossroads Career Network

Misemployed? Unemployed? Looking for more? Then discover God's calling and seek guidance in finding the right job for you in today's competitive job market. Learn from guest speakers and trained career professionals how you can successfully walk through a crossroads in your career.

Meets: Snellville United Methodist Church, Wesley Hall, 7:00 PM the Second Monday of each Month.

Contact: Ella Collier (770) 972-9360 Ext. 232 ltgins@bellsouth.net  www.snellvilleumc.org/ministries/crossroads.html

Dacula Business Association

The Dacula Business Association mission is to provide leadership for large and small businesses in making the Dacula area more economically viable. Founded in 2003, the organization supports businesses by helping them grow, gain wealth, and providing more jobs for citizens in the area.

Meets: Third Tuesday of every month for lunch at noon at Dacula City Hall, 442 Harbins Rd.

Contact: Shelly Coe (678) 614-8584 coeshelly@yahoo.com  www.daculabusinessassociation.com

Dacula Women's Business Association

Networking group for woman business owners in the Dacula area. New group start-up, email for details.

Meets: The second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM, Location TBD.

Contact: Colleen Lizardi (404( 925-2822 momsworkout@gmail.com  www.daculabusinesswomen.com

Greater Grayson Chamber of Commerce

This new Chamber is designed to serve as a regionalized community resource for businesses, civic organizations and residents throughout Grayson, Loganville and Snellville. The Greater Grayson Chamber will strive to integrate and unify businesses, commerce affiliates and civic organizations for the purpose of combining strategic initiatives to build an economically strong and viable community in the Gwinnett/Walton region.

Meets:

• Coffee & Commerce on the last Wednesday of each month from 8:00-9:15 AM at a Grayson area merchant.
• Periodically for Business After Hours and other special events.
• Network Lunch Hour on the second Thursday of each month at American Tavern on Loganville Highway.

Contact: Michelle Couch (770) 237-5586 Info@GraysonChamber.com  www.graysonchamber.com

Joy of Connecting

Joy of Connecting is a relaxed dinner/networking gathering for women business owners, entrepreneurs, other professional women and guests. There are no membership requirements. This monthly experience is open to anyone interested in building relationships, expanding her business and having fun! Remember to bring business cards/brochures!

Each meeting is limited to 35 participants. Buffett will be served. All participants will receive an attendance roster. Advance reservation is required with $20 registration fee. include your name, business, e-mail and phone number with payment (business card)..

Meets: 7:00 - 9:30 PM monthly at a location near downtown Grayson. Check our upcoming events list for the date of the next meeting. To make reservations, contact Kathleen King at (770) 962-9582 or by email at kking@royal.net.

Contact: See information above.  www.thejoyofconnecting.com

Kiwanis International

Kiwanis is a service organization dedicated to the children of the world. Local chapters conduct regular meetings and run service projects and other volunteer, charitable activities.

Meets: The Dacula/Hamilton Mill group meets at Antoneta's, 2700 Braselton Highway on the first and third Wednesday at Noon. Contact: Erica Kitchens, (770) 965-5590 ext. 5102.

Contact: www.kiwanis.org

LEAD-ers Business Network

An exclusive contact group creating paths to better business and working with entrepreneurs to expand their marketing opportunities.

Meets: 9:30 AM second and fourth Wednesday, the Hamilton Mill group meets at Log Cabin Barbecue on Hamilton Mill Road across from the Super Wal-Mart.

Contact: Sandra Gardner (770) 572-1375 sgardner@leadersbusinessnetwork.com  www.leadersbusinessnetwork.com

North Georgia Business Connection

The North Georgia Business Connection is a business and professional group that meets weekly, with chapters in Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Dacula, and Buford.

Meets: Wednesdays from 7:30 am to 8:45 am NGBC Hamilton Mill meets at The Field House, 3519 Braselton Highway in Dacula.

Contact: Rob Donahue (404) 324-7537   www.northgeorgiabusinessconnection.com

PowerCore

Accelerate Your Success with the Exceptional Networking of PowerCore. PowerCore gives members a corner on the referral market by allowing only one person from each profession to join each Team. Start Your Networking!

All meetings are from 7 to 8:30 AM.

Meets: Fridays, the 78 Corridor Team meets at Famous Dave's Barbecue, 3868 Stone Mountain Highway.

Contact: Amy Caplan (404) 572-1278 amy@powercore.net  www.powercore.net

Snellville Commerce Club

Group promotes programs that strengthen ties between businesses and the community.

Meets: First and Third Tuesdays of each month from noon to 1PM. Most meetings are held at the Snellville City Hall on Oak Road. Refer to the upcoming events schedule for exact meeting locations.

Contact: Joan Miller (678) 957-6969  www.snellvillecommerceclub.org

Together We Rise

Business Networking that is Powerful and Effective African American Women in Business. As we Help One Another We Grow! This networking organization was founded upon the principles of unity, selfless giving and proven business strategies; featuring business referrals, business training, cooperative arrangements, motivational events and individual business showcase opportunities. TWR is also involved in several programs that benefit others. We support each other in so many important, tangible and intangible ways that they could not be numbered here!

Meets: 11:30 AM every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at Yakiniku Restaurant on Hwy 78 and Killian Hill in the Kroger shopping plaza..

Contact: Pat Snipes (404) 569-5280 info@togetherwerise.com  www.togetherwerise.com