Upstate Referral Network - March 24th

Start your Tuesday by growing your business with a supportive group of like-minded professionals. The Upstate Referral Network, a Chapter of Great Business Networking (GBN), welcomes you to our next meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 8:45–10:00 AM.

Whether you're a visitor or a member, you'll build connections, exchange referrals, and discover how “Friends First. Business Second.” leads to real business growth.

✨ Featured Speaker:
Mandy Jo Squires – Creative Slingers of Ink
Creative. Community-Driven. Connection-Focused.

Storytelling builds trust. And trust builds business.

Mandy Jo Squires, founder of Creative Slingers of Ink, connects writers and authors with readers while helping creatives grow their visibility and impact. Through writing groups, book festivals, community events, and collaborative opportunities, she champions the power of words to inspire, educate, and bring people together.

Mandy Jo will share how storytelling strengthens personal brands, why community matters in business growth, and how supporting creatives creates ripple effects across local economies. If you believe in building influence through authenticity and connection, this is a presentation you won’t want to miss.

👥 Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for:

• People who enjoy authentic, meaningful connections
• Business owners building a personal brand
• Authors, writers, and creatives
• Marketing professionals and entrepreneurs
• Growth-minded individuals who value trust and visibility

If you believe in building a business through relationships, you’ll feel right at home.

💼 What to Expect:

• Open Networking
• Leadership Team Introductions
• 1-Minute GBN Spotlights from Members
• 10-Minute Featured Speaker
• Referrals, Testimonials & Business Passed
• A collaborative, non-competitive environment

📌 Location: The Office Centers – The Point
33 Market Point Dr., Greenville, SC 29607

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:45 AM – 10:00 AM (doors open at 8:30 AM for networking)
💼 Attire: Business casual
🎟 Cost: Free for guests (you may attend up to 2 meetings before joining)

✨ Visitors will receive a welcome packet with all members’ business cards and will have a chance to introduce themselves and share what they do.

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Host or Publisher Creative Slingers of Ink