SEVEN Networking: Where Everybody Knows Your Name—and You’re Always Welcome

Making Business Personal Since 2009

Walk into any SEVEN Networking meeting, and you’ll immediately feel the difference. The energy is genuine, the smiles are real, and the handshakes are warm. SEVEN isn’t your typical networking group—it’s a community. A place where relationships matter more than referrals and connection matters more than competition.

Just ask member Joniece Benjamin, who calls it “the Cheers of networking”—

    “Where everybody knows your name; And they’re always glad you came…”

SEVEN (Supporting & Empowering the Vision of Entrepreneurial Networking) was founded in 2009 with one goal: to bring heart and humanity back into networking. It’s not about showing up once, handing out business cards, and hoping for leads. It’s about showing up consistently, getting to know people, and helping each other grow—both professionally and personally.

Hope Morris shares,

    “SEVEN is a great introduction to networking. With less rules, but relying on building friendships and relationships to help everyone’s business. Lots of meetings in the area with everyday possibilities!”

That flexibility is one of SEVEN’s strongest features. With meetings happening every day of the week, both in-person and online, there’s always an opportunity to connect. Members are encouraged to visit different chapters, meet new people, and stay engaged.

But it’s not just about availability—it’s about authenticity.

Lanie Martin puts it best:

    “Seven Network stands out because it’s more than just networking—it’s about building real, meaningful relationships… It’s not just about making contacts; it’s about making a difference.”

In a world full of rules-heavy, pressure-driven networking groups, SEVEN is refreshingly different. There are no quotas, no forced referrals, and no attendance penalties. Instead, there’s support, laughter, learning, and growth.

Susan Lovitch adds,

    “SEVEN offers a relationship-support format—a place where you can spend time with like-minded people without restrictions.”

This freedom allows members to be their authentic selves, show up with intention, and build trust. That trust turns into collaboration. And that collaboration? It turns into referrals that actually mean something—because they’re based on genuine relationships, not obligation.

Jami Kreuzer loves the casualness:

    “Other networking groups have quite a bit of rules like ‘you need to refer this person because they are in the group.’ SEVEN relies more on fostering real relationships with one another so you actually want to refer someone rather than feeling obligated to.”

SEVEN isn’t about the hard sell—it’s about the heart connection.

Whether you’re brand new to networking or a seasoned business owner, you’ll find a seat at the SEVEN table. You’ll find encouragement. You’ll find inspiration. And most of all, you’ll find people who are glad you came.

Join us at www.S-E-V-E-N.org

Because business is better when you’re surrounded by people who care.

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