Business Bites

New this year, join us for Business Bites—a lunch & learn series by our members, for our members. Designed for small to mid-sized businesses, Business Bites delivers practical, relevant insights served with a boxed lunch and meaningful connection.
Third Presenter of the Year: CJ Smith, Owner of TeamLogic IT
How meaningful connections can become our most valuable business development strategy.

How do you generate new business without feeling like you're constantly selling?
Join CJ Smith of Team Logic IT as he shares how a relationship-first approach has helped him build trust, create meaningful connections, and grow his business without relying on traditional sales tactics. Through creative networking, intentional follow-up, and authentic conversations, CJ has developed a business development strategy that puts people before the pitch.
Whether you're looking to strengthen your referral network, connect with potential clients, or simply make networking feel more natural, you'll leave with practical ideas you can put to work right away.
About our speaker:
CJ Smith is the owner of TeamLogic IT Bloomington, where he helps small businesses across the Twin Cities navigate their technology needs. A former North Dakota State Bison football captain and three-year NFL player, CJ brings a unique perspective on leadership, resilience, and relationship-building. Today, he's built his business through authentic connections and active involvement in the local community, making networking the foundation of his approach to business development