Diverse groups of business professionals who come together regularly to learn from, do business with, and support one another in business development, as well as to learn about and support their Hub’s nonprofit partner.
What are Synapse Hubs?
Diverse groups of business professionals who come together regularly to learn from, do business with, and support one another in business development, as well as to learn about and support their Hub’s nonprofit partner.
Hub Members
In each Hub, everyone counts. Everyone is a marketing professional for each other, understanding the core values and goals of one another’s businesses and growing into an effective team for the greater good of all.
Hub Leadership
Hub leaders work with Synapse management to identify the initial core group of members that can best work together to generate business for all – plus create the style, look and feel of that particular Hub experience.
Synapse is amazing. I have been a member for almost four months and this organization is like no other business network I have seen or been a part of. I was with one organization for over 8 years and have tried all of the others in town. This is not like your traditional business networks. The quality of people and instant credibility you get when you first meet someone is amazing. You can just tell you can refer them to one of your good customers or friends & know they will be taken care of. And I have to say the quality of the individuals & caring about our local community and non-profit partners has made me want to become one of those individuals myself. It’s not all about doing business but a lifestyle that you can be proud to be a part of. Thank you Synapse for allowing me the opportunity to be a part of such a wonderful organization. Oh, and I almost forgot that in the 4 month’s that I have been a part of Synapse, the connections that I have made have been more profitable than the connections that I made at the other organization in over 8 years!”
“I’ve been a Synapse member for what, about 4 weeks, and I can tell you that through connections I’ve already made, I’ve received back the value of my membership dues many times over.”
“I wanted to create a local beer publication that was all about community and support of nonprofits. It was refreshing to find a networking group that had the same goals. Synapse has been integral in helping connect Virginia Craft Brews Publication to high quality business people who value community and support one another.”
“The difference between Synapse and other networking groups is that it works. It’s a place where community leaders and entrepreneurs can come together and easily connect. I’m just lucky enough to be a part of a great team of some amazing individuals.”
“Synapse has been an outstanding way for me to connect with individuals from various industries across the metropolitan area in a personal and engaging environment. The Synapse team has been unbelievable in working with its members to grow their brand both at Synapse and beyond. I highly recommend this networking group to all organizations.”
JC Poma – Arena Racing USA
“Since I started attending Synapse meetings late last summer, I can credit Synapse for at least 12 new accounts. This is easily the best business decision I’ve made.”
“I have met many new friends through Synapse in 2015, so my gratitude goes to the founders! Keith Reynolds and Steven Lowrie, you had such an awesome idea with the format of Synapse, that you cannot help but attract only wonderful people. I have been enjoying my time within the Synapse family this year, so I want to say THANK YOU SYNAPSERS from the RVA. Let’s take it national, so others can enjoy it too!”
“I MUST send a ridiculously LOUD thank you to Barbara Bliley for believing in I Vote For Me enough to help me market my brand — FOR FREE! Shane Patrick Crews for thinking enough of my passion to profile my vision in his awesome Dream Nation Project – soon to come! Samuel Anderson, Nick Toce, Hugh B. Jones, Dot Crenshaw, Edward Cox, Tamika Quarles, Keith Reynolds, Steven Lowrie, Jennifer Stevenson Zeile, Ja’Nai Frederick, Elijah Morgano, Judy Kane, Dan Lee, Jacque Vaughan Brown, Brian Beard and last but not least my sister from another mother Kristi Hammond! I can’t imagine 2016 and years to come without you freakin’ fantastic human beings. Synapse is a family in every sense of the word!”
“So many outstanding members, if I tried to name them, I’d surely leave one out. So I’d like to give testimonial for Synapse as a whole. During my membership, I’ve never met such talented and professional business people, truly dedicated to making the business world and community a better place. And during my career transition it became obvious (to me) how burnt out I had gotten… the feedback from fellow members was crucial for me to take the leap I did and believe I could to it. Shoot- even as I’ve gotten settled in my new role; the encouragement and offers of assistance have been just amazing! Everyone’s support has been humbling and I hope to provide the same network to our fellow members over the coming years.”
“I have met so many great folks. I can’t thank Keith Reynolds and Steven Lowrie enough. I am inspired by their example. And so many other members that have been so generous with their time, ideas and connections. I would definitely like to THANK them and most of all my friend CARROLL SCHULLER for starting me on this path. She is a fantastic career/ life coach. I look forward to the New Year and making more meaningful connections.”
“Special thanks to Steven Lowrie and Keith Reynolds for all you do and the great community you have created in Synapse. Synapse is unique and unlike any other networking organization. I have met so many special people. Great job!!”
“I haven’t been able to Hub hop as much as some others, but in visits I have met so many giving and caring individuals, all of whom who have offered to assist OAR in moving ahead in our vision. And then there’s Elijah Morgano, who was our fantastic speaker recently at our “Working Client Reception”. There’s many others who have been delightful to meet and get to know, but most of all, thanks to Patrick Holmes for inviting me to attend as a guest.”
“I have been inspired by Sam Anderson‘s entrepreneurial spirit, humbled by Nick Toce‘s big heart, intrigued by Kyle Greenfield‘s skills and motivated by Caitlin Roberts‘ energy. But most of all, I have been amazed by Keith Reynolds‘ and Steven Lowrie‘s giving nature and ability to see opportunities for everyone. Wishing Synapse continued and much-deserved success!!!”
“It’s so hard to name everyone without leaving someone out. The value of our Synapse family is more than I can express in words. I appreciate each and every one of you and some I’m still looking forward to meeting. Thank you Keith Reynolds and Steven Lowrie for your outstanding vision and bringing this amazing community together! Happy Holidays and here’s to an amazing New Year!”
“This organization isn’t an organization at all it is actually A Family… The Growth has been amazing to watch, and I am grateful toKeith Reynolds and Steven Lowrie for stretching me!!! All the hubs are amazing and I am looking forward to visit them all in 2016. Special thanks to all my hub mates at 002 for growing and being great!!! Special thanks to Josh Grice for creating our amazing Equalizer Crowd funding Video!!! Sharon Murphy and Sam Anderson have given me an opportunity to share my message!!! The Value in this Synapse Family Is Outstanding.”
“I think if I get started I won’t be able to stop naming people who have been amazing influencers, partners, referral sources, and genuine leaders that have inspired me this year! Certainly, Keith and Steven for starting an amazing organization and rallying people around causes we all care about, and Mark Goad for introducing me to Synapse.”
“Synapse has been invaluable for UnBoundRVA. It has given our entrepreneurs the opportunity to learn how to network and build relationships in the business community of Richmond. Synapse members have acted as mentors for our entrepreneurs and given them the confidence that they need to go out in the city and successfully start their businesses.”
“Synapse is an irreplaceable gem in my life, and has already made all the difference for MHP. Today we identified a potential board member out of our guest pool. Just amazing!”
“Not only have we received wonderful support in our non-profit activities, but we’ve also been introduced to businesses who offer services we have needed.”
The annual regular membership fee is $499 (Hub Leaders only pay $250). There is no joining or application fee, no compulsory training fee, or any other kind of fee associated with membership. So, you get the value of collaborating with motivated and like-minded business professionals in your area, helping each other do more, better business. If, in the unlikely event you do not receive any business during your membership year and you have attended 90% of your home Hub meetings, we will refund 50% of your membership fee for that year.
There may be a small fee set by individual Hubs for the provision of refreshments at meetings, but that’s as complicated as it gets.
Members also have access to the private Facebook groups set up for each Hub, and for the entire membership. This is an extremely active and effective tool for members to make connections and also publicize their business, any events they have coming up, and to see the same information about other members that post on the facility.
Additionally, there is a growing ‘Member Benefits’ section on this website, where Synapse members offer deals or discounts to other members. These range from legal services to car washes, and everything in between. These deals and discounts are not offered by members to anyone outside the Synapse membership network.
Just as membership in another organization should, in our opinion, not prevent you from joining Synapse, membership in Synapse does not prevent you from being a member additionally anywhere else.
We’re continually establishing additional Hubs and most if not all will meet at the locations of our nonprofit partners. You can check out the ‘Visit a Hub’ page for current Hub meetings, and we’re adding more locations all the time. If you don’t see a location that suits you perfectly, email or call us and let’s talk about forming a Hub near you. Maybe you’ll want to lead that Hub?
You can apply to or be introduced to any Hub that either fits your location, day, time, nonprofit partner preference, or Hub style (e.g., minority businesses, under 40’s, female-owned, and so on). Our aim is to have the right people at the table in every Hub, and we try to fit people together who will potentially work together as a group for the benefit of all. Members may also visit any and all other Hubs and may also transfer from one ‘home’ Hub to another if that suits their business networking needs.
Yes – let’s talk!
Synapse Non-Profit Partners
Contact Synapse
info@synapsehubs.com
