Conglomerate Global Connectors General Info
Conglomerate Global Connectors General Info
CGC stands for Conglomerate Global Connectors, a premier business referral networking organization dedicated to helping businesses grow through trusted referrals and strategic partnerships.
To unite professionals with tools, strategies, and business connection points to grow in a global community. We empower small businesses and entrepreneurs by creating opportunities for growth through a supportive and collaborative network.
CGC was founded by A.C. Williams, a successful entrepreneur of 14 years, following a career of 19+ years with Fortune 100 corporate experience in finance and supply Chain operations. He recruited a founding team of industry experienced leaders from 4 of the largest referral networking organizations.
Our core values include Innovation, Growth, Integrity, Solutions, and Community engagement. We believe in embracing Diversity and Inclusion, as a competitive advantage, which helps build strong, Relationships that benefit all members.
The CGC offers a unique blend of local-virtual (local members meeting virtually) and in-person meetings, partnership with BeeKonnected 10k+ business networking community, complimentary member resources & tools, moduled-based learning center, industry-leading learning and development segments, an emerging technology focus, and a strong focus on community involvement and mentorship.
The CGC Membership
The CGC offers multiple membership levels, including a trial membership. Each is designed to meet the varying needs of our members, from basic access to full premium benefits.
Members willing to "Net Work" will gain access to a diverse network community of professionals, focused on adding value and connecting and creating referrals for each other, complimentary tools, industry-leading learning center, first-class member commande center with complete member's profile, automated notification processes for Sparks (meetings), Connections, Referrals and ROI. Seasoned branded/influencer business owners have access to partnership monetization community podcast, course & private group creation resources. (Complete list of benefits) Link
Applying for membership is easy. Simply visit our website, fill out the application form, which includes selecting your portal (meeting group)and exclusive portal seat (business specialty/niche)
Yes, CGC maintains exclusivity within *portal's business seats to ensure that each member receives maximum opportunity to add value and benefit from their membership within their home portal.
Yes, members are encourage to take advantage of unlimited visits to all portals.
At CGC, we believe in abundance, not competition. When visiting other portals, members can share their Power Message, even if they have the portal seat as a home portal member. This isn’t to challenge or replace the home member but to confirm their value. As long as the home member is active, (Net Working) it reminds everyone how they bring value. Our goal is for members to teach, connect, and be value-added, making networking productive and beneficial for everyone. It’s about creating connections, and referrals for fellow members —no competition, just abundance opportunities.
Pricing and Payments
Membership fees vary depending on the level of membership you choose. Detailed pricing information, including the free trial membership, is available on our website.
There are no hidden costs. Membership fees cover all basic benefits, with optional add-ons available for additional services.
We accept 2 payment methods; credit cards and debit cards.
Yes, we offer a refund policy within a specified period on our monthly memberships. Annual memberships are non-refundable. Details are available in our terms and conditions.
Yes, we offer discounts for annual memberships and incentives for members who refer new members to CGC.
Member Portal Meetings
Meetings typically include a rotating agenda, which includes New Member Introductions, Portal Announcements, Member 30 second Power Messages, Member Spotlight Presentation, New Member Information Breakout, Learning & Development, Breakout Session, and Member Testimonials.
Members can expect to gain insight into fellow member's business and potential needs. While receiving valuable Learning & Development lessons from A.I. to Business Strategy/Tactics, to Personal Development and Social Media strategies.
During the weekly meeting, members should consistently share how they run their business and explain how they treat new clients. This helps other members feel confident and informed when they refer clients to them. Members are participating and adding value during discussions, while ensuring they are following portal etiquette and upholding the CGC culture of business fun.
Yes, the CGC urges all members to take advantage of unlimited portal visits to any portal within the CGC system.
Virtual meetings are conducted via our online dynamic interactive platform, which is accessed by members through their Portal homepage within the member Command Center. Visitors will have access to the virtual meeting via an invite from a member or a self-invite via the CGC Welcome Center or social media platforms.
A portal meeting has 15 minutes of networking before and after the start of the 1 hr. meeting.
Automated Referral Process
The referral process is designed to be simple and effective. Similar to our Spark and Connection process, members input referrals through their profile in our Member Command Center. All parties are systematically notified via text and/or email ensuring that all referrals are followed up and tracked.
Best practices include understanding fellow members' businesses, actively listening for referral opportunities, and providing detailed and accurate referrals aimed at creating ROI. CGC Referrals are warm, vetted, and are NOT leads or connections. The referral is input with the expectation that a transaction will occur.
Referrals are tracked through our member Command Center and members are recognized and rewarded for their contributions, fostering a culture of giving and mutual support.
At the CGC we focus on being value added first before we anticipate referrals. “How many referrals have you passed to fellow members”? Make sure we are professionally representing ourselves during portal activities. Net Work our fellow members by teaching them everything about your business and how referrals will be treated. Create and nurture relationships with fellow members so they would feel comfortable enough to refer their mom or dad.
Upon receiving a referral, members should immediately recognize the referral in their profile within the Command Center. They then should follow the directions in the referral related to when and how to contact the referral. A sense of urgency and a level of professionalism throughout the process of providing a solution for the referral is expected.
Social Events and Networking
The CGC offers monthly in-person portal social events, ad-hoc networking events, and online networking opportunities...
Participation is open to all members. Event details are available on our website and through member communications.
Most events are included in your membership, with some special events sponsored by partner influencers requiring a nominal fee.
Sparks are generally member-to-member meetings scheduled by members designed to initiate and nurture relationship building. These are scheduled inside the member’s profile utilizing our CGC Command Center, which notifies both parties, uses member’s calendar booking links to align scheduling, and tracks the process within both member’s profiles. In the CGC culture Sparks can also be scheduled with non-members in an effort, consistent with the CGG culture, of adding value regardless of membership status.
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