Online networking for business owners who care about people and community
We’re an online networking community for established business owners who want to build real relationships, learn from peers, and create steady referral momentum - without the cringe of transactional networking.
Vetted members and clear standards
Interactive workshops and peer learning
Referrals and collaboration matches that happen through trust
$79/month for life for the first 79 members
Ever walked into a networking group and thought: “Yeah… this isn’t it.”?
We know networking matters. But a lot of networking spaces just don’t feel right. The meetings can be rigid and outdated, the vibe can be transactional, and the “sell yourself” energy gets exhausting fast.
You show up hoping to build real relationships… and leave knowing you just wasted an hour. And when the room doesn’t feel inclusive or respectful, it’s hard to want to come back - let alone trust people enough to refer them business.
Here’s how you know the networking rooms you’re going to aren’t working
Sometimes it’s not obvious in the moment. But over time, the signs add up that a group isn’t helping you move forward.
If you recognize one or more of these, the rooms you’re in may not be worth the time, money, and energy you’re putting into them.
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You show up, give your elevator pitch (along with everyone else), but leave without any real next steps, meaningful introductions, or feeling like you met anyone you’d want to talk to again.
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The people in the group talk down to you, and question your qualifications, which makes you spiral into impostor syndrome. Gross.
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Organizers get gaslighty, telling you you’re just not spending enough time talking to people… when in reality, these are the wrong people to talk to, and you’re just burning hours you don’t have having conversations that don’t help you.
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The more time you spend in the wrong rooms, the less time you have to build your business the way you want to.
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Group leaders don’t take constructive feedback on how to improve the experience, members are unfriendly or gate keep how they got successful, and there’s no sense of community.
A vetted community for business owners
Where networking feels right and referrals happen naturally
We built what we couldn’t find anywhere else: a space where business owners can have a good time connecting in a way that feels human, respectful, and genuinely useful.
We know that people like referring business to people they genuinely like, so we focus on consistent relationship-building, peer learning, and real opportunities that come from establishing trust.
What this looks like:
Efficiently run networking calls that start on time and stay engaging, without any pressure selling
A variety of formats so you can connect on different levels and get to know the person behind the business
Opportunities to share your expertise in a way that helps others grow while building trust naturally and getting referrals
Shared community values that keep the space fun, respectful, and free of bad behavior
What you get as a Social Good Networking member
Virtual Networking Calls
Networking calls you’ll actually look forward to.
Guided networking structure, so you can focus on building relationships
Conversation-based formats that help you connect on a deeper level
Multiple time options so different schedules can participate (we see you, working parents)
Designed for consistency, so trust builds over time
Interest-based groups
Connect with others beyond business topics.
Interest-based groups that help relationships deepen naturally (book club, working parents, shared hobbies)
Spaces to connect on all the parts of business ownership
Easier ways to find your business besties
Member-led learning
Learn from others and share your own expertise.
Member-led education where members teach what they’re great at
Sharing your expertise allows others to refer the right kinds of business to you (without getting pitchy)
Access to a knowledge center with resources
A vetted community with shared values
A respectful community of like-minded people.
We vet every new member so the community stays high-quality and values-aligned
Clear community code of conduct that keeps interactions productive and respectful
A culture where people feel appreciated for what they bring and who they are
Referrals and collaborations
Refer business to each other and/or find the right partner for your next project
Clear norms for what “good referrals” look like and how to ask for them
Find collaborators and partners for projects, events, content, and client work
No platform referral fees. If you choose to offer a referral fee, 100% of it goes to the member you’re rewarding
Community Hub
24/7 access to a robust community platform
Start discussions, ask questions, and comment on topics
Browse the knowledge center for community-shared resources
Create a profile that makes it easy for others to understand what you do and refer business to you
Attend meetings, send direct messages, and socialize all in one place
You’re not “bad at networking.”
You’ve just been in the wrong rooms.
Apply to join a community where relationships feel natural, and the right opportunities follow. The first 79 members get a lifetime rate of $79/month.
We give back
At Social Good Networking, we believe that together we can not only help each other grow… but we have the power make the world a better place.
So, a portion of all membership fees are donated to organizations like Planned Parenthood, the ACLU, and the NAACP.
Because a rising tide really does lift all boats.
Is this the right community to grow your business?
We built this community specifically for established business owners who are in it for the long game. That way, every member meets peers at a similar stage and gets the most out of the relationships, learning, and opportunities here.
You’re an established business owner building for the long term
You’re typically at $100k+ annual revenue (or at a similar stage) and focused on sustainable growth
You’re working toward meaningful goals like scaling an offer or product, entering a new market, publishing, speaking, or building a stronger brand
You’re fully committed to entrepreneurship
You’re excited to build relationships with peers globally (online-first, not location-based)
You’re just starting out and still figuring out your offer and foundations
You’re mainly looking to land your first clients or quick wins
You’re currently consulting until you find your next job
You’re eager to find a group to cold pitch to, drop links, and DM everyone
Your business relies on recruiting-driven models (e.g., MLM-style structures)
Your primary focus is crypto trading
Data shows networking intentionally …
Supports
long-term growth
Peer-reviewed research tracking thousands of small businesses over 16 years found that structured, intentional networking is associated with:
Greater growth in assets
Greater growth in business value
Stronger long-term growth than businesses that did not participate
Increases
revenue
In a randomized controlled experiment published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics, researchers found that businesses participating in monthly peer networking meetings saw:
8.1% increase in revenue among participants
0.4% increase in revenue in the control group
Results that lasted a full year after the meetings ended
Have a higher
close rate
A study by Schmitt, Skiera & Van den Bulte (2011), Journal of Marketing found that referred customers deliver:
16–25% higher lifetime value
18% higher retention rate
60% ROI over six years on the cost of the referral incentive.
Our community standards
Our mission is to create a space for genuine relationships, respectful conversations, and a values-centered community. We welcome members who are aligned with our core values.
Respect first
Collaboration over competition
High integrity
Inclusion and belonging
If behavior shows up that doesn’t align with our standards, we address it quickly to keep the community respectful and high-quality. Read more about our:
Ready to join?
Become a Social Good Networking Member
Be part of a community of like-minded entrepreneurs to build real relationships and grow your business.
Social Good Networking Membership
$79/month
for life for the first 79 members.
The membership gives you access to…
All virtual networking calls
Interest-based groups
All learning & expert assets on the Community Hub
Member-led expert workshops
Our online community
How to become a member
Submit your application to become a member.
Once approved, add your billing information to get full access to the community.
You’ll receive a welcome email, and we will schedule a welcome call with one of our founders.
Sample Schedule
Our community offers a variety of different calls - from networking calls to interest-based groups - to give everyone ample opportunities to get to know other members.
We are expanding the number of weekly calls based on the number of members, meaning that as the community grows, our schedule will grow.
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Our signature calls and the core of the community. To get things started, we’ll host three networking calls per month, with different days and times to give members in different schedules and time zones a chance to join. As the community grows, we’ll add more.
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Member-led sessions designed to share practical expertise with the community. These calls give members the chance to learn from each other, ask questions, and benefit from real-world experience. We’ll schedule expert sessions based on member interest.
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These smaller group calls are designed to help members connect beyond business. From topics like books, parenting, wellness, or other shared interests, the goal is to get to know each other on a more human level, build trust, and strengthen relationships over time. Our founders will help facilitate these groups, and we’ll launch them as soon as there’s enough interest around a topic to meet regularly.
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Coming soon. As the community grows, we’ll introduce industry-specific calls where members in similar fields can connect, exchange ideas, ask questions, and discuss topics that matter in their day-to-day work.
Ready for a networking community that feels right?
We can’t wait to welcome you to our community.
Your Questions, Answered
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Alex, Lauren, and Katie decided to start Social Good Networking after suffering through some really disappointing networking experiences.
Some of these groups had members who were not really entrepreneurs, showed condescending behavior, had hidden fees and quotas for referring, hard pitches, and poorly run and boring meetings.
We knew it could be different.
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The founders of Social Good Networking met each other through intentional networking.
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After we have sold out of our founding memberships, the monthly rate for new members will be $125/month.
Founding members will have a rate of $79/month for the lifetime of their membership.
If a founding member cancels and rejoins, they will have to sign up at the regular rate of $125/month.
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Members may cancel at any time. Refunds for months already paid will not be issued.
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You can email us with any questions at hello@socialgoodnetworking.com.