Testimonials
From the DFW Business Network
"I was impressed. I enjoyed meeting everyone. You have attracted a solid group with everyone looking to expand their vision. It was apparent that this group has some strength within its character and a purpose in its mission. I will come back." — O.L. Houston (Oct 9, 2007)
"I had a good time, thank you." — Shari (Sep 20, 2007)
"This is a great group of people. They are really looking for ways to help each other. " — Tom Parker (Sep 12, 2007)
"This meetup group was interesting and the people were very sociable. " — Tanesha (Aug 22, 2007)
"I enjoyed meeting everyone and would like to be considered for the Core Team if possible " — Kathy Draper (Aug 18, 2007)
"This group has such a wonderful attitude and giving spirit. I enjoyed every minute. " — James Littlepage (Aug 8, 2007)
"Energizing. " — David Peter Iarussi (Jul 28, 2007)
"Dallas eBaybes & eMales are not only the LARGEST eBay sellers group in the nation, but also the BEST!" — Stephanie Inge (Jul 24, 2007)
"I hope my schedule always me to attend every meeting. I enjoyed meeting everyone. After hearing Scott M. I realized I?m a ?Go Getter but need to be more of a ?Go Giver?. Keep up the great work! Really enjoyed the meeting. " — Tammy Henkel (Jul 16, 2007)
"Once again, thank you Aimee!" — Don Kimble (Jun 27, 2007)
"Great group!" — Judy Bateman (Jun 20, 2007)
"So many nice people. Will definitely be back again!" — Geri Boudreau (Jun 11, 2007)
"I love the Jeff Crilley meetings! Always bring away great tips, advice, etc." — August (Jun 11, 2007)
"Please invite me to the next event!" — Pennie Onstott (May 31, 2007)
"I really enjoyed meeting some great people. They were very helpful and friendly. We had a wonderful time. If you didn't show up....you missed a great time." — Belinda Seely (May 28, 2007)
"Very nice group of people!" — Richelle Braun (May 2, 2007)
"Awesome, professional, and giving people." — lc2006 (Apr 13, 2007)
"What a great learning experience with the 1-on-1 sessions and live critiqing." — Jody (Apr 12, 2007)
"I'm trying to figure out if I could be of benefit to others, or if they to me. " — Ken Krone (Apr 4, 2007)
"Always been great to me! Meet many interesting and ambitious people!" — Derek Tse (Mar 24, 2007)
"I LOVE IT!!!" — Robert Phillips (Mar 14, 2007)
"I like this Meetup Group because it is informative, fun and Jeff brings in great guest speakers. And mostly because Aimee makes everyone feel very welcomed. You guys are doing a great job." — Cindy Pullen (Feb 13, 2007)
"This is one of the most useful groups I've attended." — Rudy (Feb 13, 2007)
"Very active. Very fun. " — Beverley Tanel (Feb 12, 2007)
"Aimee puts in a great deal of effort into this group and making sure everyone is happy and taken care of." — Debbie Martin (Dec 2, 2006)
"I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know some of the other vendors at the DFW Business Expo. The DFW Business Networking Group is GREAT to network with!" — Gayle Zane-Wilson (Nov 11, 2006)
"The meetup group is good. I made many other vendors and shared learning's about our businesses." — debbie (Oct 22, 2006)
"From what I have been exposed to those far I am impressed with this Meetup and do plan to attend more meetings in the future." — Elizabeth (Oct 21, 2006)
"Great concept! " — Gloria DeLaGarza (Oct 21, 2006)
"It was my pleasure to be invited and the entire group make you feel like a part of each other. The speakers were great and when you are working for yourself but serving your community it is a great feeling to meet someone like yourself. I have stumble upon one of the greatest networking group and have seen the potential of a better future. Aimee, Thank you excellent job is putting this group together."— angela ragnauth (Sep 22, 2006)
"looking forward to more great events!" — Lisa Olson (Sep 22, 2006)
"I enjoyed how Jeff teaches about how to promote oneself and their purpose for being in business. It is the defining of one's self that matters when conducting business. " — David Chavez (Sep 21, 2006)
"I will continue to come when it is at this venue. I can't go to Arlington or Flower Mound. Saturdays usually don't work for me. I think you have a hot idea going." — Nancy Seaberg (Sep 21, 2006)
"Love it!" — Rachel Lane (Sep 21, 2006)
"My first Business Networking Group event." — julie hall (May 6, 2006)
"I love meeting in small groups where we can really get to know each other." — Kate Gesch (Apr 26, 2006)
"I love networking with this group. I have gotten some great business advice from other members that is benefiting my business. I always look forward to our meetings." — Mary Jackson (Mar 22, 2006)
"not sure what the typical turnout it, but meeting location might be a bit cramped if more than 20 people. also not sure if location is central to the majority of group members - but otherwise great." — Karen (Mar 22, 2006)
"I really feel this a Great group, I pray God blesses this group to go further in helping small business to grow there visions." — audrey (Nov 20, 2005)
"The meetings are organized and the format allows for networking and informational presentations. Aimee, the organizer for this group keeps it on track and has planned future meetings that will be helpful and beneficial to many. " — Jean E. Clark (Aug 24, 2005)
"This is a great group! Very productive and valuable meetings!" — D. D. (Aug 24, 2005)
"Aimee as our leader is awesome!" — Vicki Hubbard (Jul 22, 2005)
"Enjoy making new contacts and possibly new friends...." — Ann Bartholomew (Jul 20, 2005)
"I'll be back ;^)" — Gary Tanel (Jun 26, 2005)
"Aimee is a great organizer. She always finds topics of wide interest and presents them professionally. She's a real pro :)" — Randy Dryburgh (May 19, 2005)
"I look forward to attending the next Network Meet-up group on May 17, to see first-hand that group in action." — Dina Lynne Cooper (May 17, 2005)
"It was great, got few leads, good networking options, share common ideas, and get to know better about small businesses." — Renovan (Feb 23, 2005)
Testimonials
From the DFW Entrepreneurs Network
"Great group for people. Many thanks to our members who made it to the luncheon. Charles and Mike did a great job speaking on the subjects they represent. I enjoy our members? enthusiasm and dedication. Thank you for being the members that made this group rocks!" — GIVE-GIFTS.com (Oct 13, 2007)
"Seems like meetings are usually in Flower Mound, too far away to be practical." — Sandy (Oct 1, 2007)
"The people attending this meeting were thought provoking and in great spirits." — Rob (Sep 20, 2007)
"Great Group - Great energy and looks like lots of good ideas. Maybe we need more times to get together with more social time. "— Teena Johnson (Sep 17, 2007)
"Great" — IRTom (Sep 17, 2007)
"Great people! I look forward to attending the next meeting." — Holli (Apr 12, 2007)
"Great job - looking forward to other local events" — Ms. Davis (Mar 21, 2007)
"Looking forward to getting to know others better." — Jody (Mar 6, 2007)
"Get something out of it every time." — Paula Asinof (Sep 22, 2006)
"Especially appreciated was the networking. We all gained from Jeff's expansion of the chosen one's business. This elevates the meetings from just inspiration and entertainment to more effective biz sharing. Thanks much, Merrily" — Merrily Smith (Sep 21, 2006)
"Looking forward to future events. I like the idea of rotating the location of the meetings." — Lisha Brock (Sep 21, 2006)
"Aimee works very hard to make this a positive, nurturing environment for the small business person." — Lorena (Jun 7, 2006)
"great entrepreneur minded people. " — Kimberly Woods (Mar 23, 2006)
"This is a great group! I appreciate all the interaction and helpfull comments from people - this group is growing & we are all looking forward to some great events & networking mixers!" — Marsha Robinson (Sep 29, 2005)
"This is an excellent networking group with many devoted and generous team players. It's like one big family." — D. D. (Jul 20, 2005)
"Joint Groups were from a variety of services and companies making the information obtained great avenues for business and personal exchanges. Looking forward to meeting Marsha at the next meeting she host."— Vicki (May 12, 2005)
"I enjoyed meeting everyone. We had a very good discussion on what everyone is currently doing what direction everyone is headed. The discussion on fresh new ideas was very insightful. Looking forward to the next meeting. " — Jerry Atwell (Jan 28, 2005)
Testimonials from the Do-It-Yourself PR
"There were alot of great people in this Meetup Group that I enjoyed meeting and some I already knew who were equally great. " — Penny (Oct 11, 2007)
"First time going but I will be back. Nice way to network with people who you might not get to meet in your every day life. Keep up the good work!"— Rory Yocum (Oct 9, 2007)
"Excellent. Crilley is a great guy. My daughter asked if he is as funny on TV as he is in person." — Mark P. Yablon (Oct 8, 2007)
"Lot's of good information, made some good contacts." — Sherrie (Oct 8, 2007)
"Fantastic meetup. Everyone is consistently friendly and inviting. This was my 2nd meetup and it had John McCaa as the special guest. John is a perfect 10! when it comes to helping people keep it REAL! Thank you so much for the great talk. Thank you for allowing John to share his WISDOM with us. He's also a great listener." — TrainAndGetFit.com (Oct 8, 2007)
"This is my 3rd meeting. I am enjoying the group, the information presented and the opportunities." — Sue Glover (Oct 8, 2007)
"Too many long commercials but I realize it's hard to control." — Alan Smith (Oct 8, 2007)
"Jeff and Aimee are incredible, inspirational networkers! Thanks, Guys " — Jim Penny (Oct 8, 2007)
"Excellent" — Ron (Sep 26, 2007)
"This group is great and I have met some very interesting people. The membership is so diverse and you never know who you might meet next. " — Jean Moses (Sep 26, 2007)
"They interacted very well." — Gladstone Adams (Sep 18, 2007)
"It's great to meet with all of these people. There are many that don't always attend, and it would be nice to be able to meet everyone." — Benjamin Garcia (Sep 17, 2007)
"best run meeting of this size that I have ever attended." — Rona Dahlgren (Sep 17, 2007)
"Wonderful and beneficial Meetup. I really actually LEARNED something!" — Idora Caldwell (Sep 17, 2007)
"Glad I am a member." — Howard Turner (Sep 17, 2007)
"There were some videogaphers who compliment what I do." — Todd Brewster (Sep 17, 2007)
"I will definitely be coming next month! " — Cheryl Schwitzgebel (Sep 17, 2007)
"Great place to meet new people who are energized, love to share and are open to receiving." — Caryn (Sep 17, 2007)
"The Meet-Up group is a great power source for sharing information. Communication is the key to great relationships business or otherwise. Great Idea. I also met with a group call Pioneer Proud, a Non-Profit Community Service goup volunteering their time to the community on one Saturday. That is what it is all about, people helping to improve the community in which they live." — Ethel Bowman (Sep 17, 2007)
"My first visit and I met a lot of people that will be valuable to my company and that I should be able to help out as well! The speaker was very, very informative. I'll be using a lot of that information for my businesses." — Candace Lopez (Sep 17, 2007)
"An enjoyable way to lunch and learn from some of our local PR and marketing pros! Inspiring." — Richard Morgan (Sep 17, 2007)
"I thought it was very helpful and worth my time. I will probably attend in the future." — Blodwen Henry (Aug 20, 2007)
"Great. Thanks for providing it." — Dr. Daren Martin (Aug 20, 2007)
"Great group of people! Everyone was very friendly!" — Julie (Aug 20, 2007)
"Been following Jeff for years and working with him in various projects. My first meetup group event and I really enjoyed it! Great job!!!" — Marsha White (Aug 20, 2007)
"Pleasant change from the in-your-face business card swaps that pass as networking these days." — Mike Young (Aug 20, 2007)
"I'll try again next month." — Sara Reyes (Aug 20, 2007)
"I truly thank Jeff for his efforts, as well as Aimee & any others, for providing this opportunity. I really enjoyed meeting others who wish to share their experiences & help others in achieving their goals." — Virginia Griffin (Jul 16, 2007)
"Wonderful group. I do enjoy the Coppell location a bit more, it seems to be more open network freindly. The lobbygets a bit crowded." — Jon Stotts (Jul 16, 2007)
"Very good to see many old and new aquaintances! Very nice..." — David Hira (Jul 16, 2007)
"The spealers were good and I think there messages were well received..." — Liz (Jul 16, 2007)
"thank you!" — Shalissa Clary (Jul 16, 2007)
"The meetings are great but always seemed too rushed and is there ever anything else besides pizza on the menu? Jeff is super and really does a good job of facilitating. I love the speakers but would like for them to be less rushed. Maybe one speaker instead of two. Otherwise, I really enjoy the group." — Dr. Sandra (Jun 12, 2007)
"Thanks for keeping me in this loop. I have gotten more leads & information out of this group than several others I have tried. Aimee does a great job and I do not know how she does it." — billye M Preston (Jun 11, 2007)
"You guys really do a great job! Thanks!" — Michael Kubik (Jun 11, 2007)
"Everyone is so professional, passionate, and helpful." — lc2006 (May 14, 2007)
"If your not in this group you need to be!" — Patrick Walker (May 14, 2007)
"excellent networking opportunity. would recommend it to everyone" — Jason Henderson (May 14, 2007)
"Seemed nice enough." — J.J. Smith (Apr 17, 2007)
"Aimee & Jeff are increadible!!!" — IRTom (Apr 16, 2007)
"Great set-up and easy!" — Colleen A. Rickenbacher (Apr 16, 2007)
"great...can hardly wait to attend again." — Gretchel (Mar 24, 2007)
"The organization was excellent. Aimee worked very hard!" — Paulette Wagner (Mar 21, 2007)
"I am glad to be a part of such an exciting group!" — jean (Mar 21, 2007)
"I look forward to a combined event with you!" — Lynn (Mar 21, 2007)
"GREAT mix of people - generous, kind professionals who want to help others." — Tina (Mar 5, 2007)
"Don't invite Marc Harty back until he improves his performance. Didn't impress me and sold his product from the stage. I didn't come for his sales pitch. He offered nothing of value. Offer to the premium members the benefit that only they can place ads/flyers out on the chairs to other members." — Doug Caldwell (Feb 12, 2007)
"Great group. Lots of great ideas that get the juices going." — Lance Price (Feb 12, 2007)
"I love the group, love the way it works, yet I truly wish I didn't get so many e-mails on the same thing. I'd really like an option to just get 1 e-mail on each meeting, whether I've signed up or not because I use my Outlook calendar to remind me. Is it possible to just get 1 e-mail? Thanks so much for your hard work!" — Lorna Greenwood (Feb 12, 2007)
"Really enjoy the speakers and meeting great people!!" — Donna Leibow (Feb 12, 2007)
"Learned some things today, took notes. I look forward to getting more involved. " — Rob Jasper (Feb 12, 2007)
"enjoy it. " — carl youngberg (Feb 12, 2007)
"Looking forward to being, as Jeff put it, "Nourished" with advice, tips, also being indirectly accountable to a group." — Steve Trentham (Jan 13, 2007)
"I met a lot of nice people. It seems like a great group. Thanks!" — Laurie Barenblat (Jan 8, 2007)
"I'm looking forward to attending one of the regular meetings to see the format. " — Monique Dykstra (Jan 8, 2007)
"Very positive impression from a first meeting. All were very engaged and anxious to share with one another." — Winfield Padgett (Nov 29, 2006)
"Loved meeting so many nice, and interesting folks." — JoAnn (Nov 29, 2006)
"I LOVE THIS GROUP!!!!!!!!!!" — Robert Phillips (Oct 21, 2006)
"I enjoyed my first time at this meet-up group. I will return."
— Rhonda (Sep 21, 2006) " Looking forward to next months meeting!" — Burle (Sep 21, 2006)
"Was great!" — Michael Backes (Sep 21, 2006)
"Excellet group! I love the format and the tips you can take away and implement immediately. Aimee you are the Meetup Queen!! " — The Marketing Lady (Sep 21, 2006)
"Love it and I will be back but hope to go to one in Arlington." — Lucia Wheat (Sep 21, 2006)
"Great!" — Richelle Braun (Sep 21, 2006)
"Fantastic idea!! I love it!!" — Sharon Alt (Aug 31, 2006)
"Great job. I look forward to attending more. It was professional, organinzed and entertaining. Thanks for a great event!" — Shannon Bordelon (Aug 28, 2006)
"This was my first meetup with this group, but I really enjoyed it." — Don (Aug 28, 2006)
"I recognized so many of you from other free talks that I've given. And the true blessing for me was that so many people came up to me and told me stories of trying out some of the tips and receiving free publicity. Wow! It's such an honor! I hope you'll share those stories with the group at future meetings. Thank you for being a part of our group. " — Jeff Crilley (Jul 22, 2006)
"Very glad I went. I'm envious of Jeff's ability to instantly pop out these great marketing ideas. The event itself was very well run, very professional. The only negative was the sound system." — Jimmy Carter (Jul 19, 2006)
"Thanks Jeff! I've already recommended it to another colleague/small business owner. " — Mina Brown (Jul 18, 2006)
"Great group of people! Since I helped out with "check-in" for this meeting, I got to meet a lot of people and everyone seems awesome!" — Kellye (Jul 18, 2006)
"Great!" — Sarah Nesbit (Jul 18, 2006)
"sign me up for 8-28-06...Thanks" — Doug (Jul 17, 2006)
"We are recognized and respected - I'll go every time I can." — Merrily Smith (Jul 17, 2006)