Alamance Leads

09/11/2026

We love working with the Small Business Center Alamance Community College. Please register to help them to continue to get funding for events like this! https://www.ncsbc.net/Events.aspx?mode=4&area=Alamance+County&zip=&miles=25¢er=75010&topicnum=0&format=0&days=7&lang=0&sort=M&layout=0

It's our 18th Anniversary featuring Sharon Hill! Join us as we celebrate our history, our members, and the relationships that have kept this group going strong. Bring your 30-second elevator pitch and come ready to connect! Coffee and snacks provided. Cost: $5. No exclusivity. Monday, September 14, 8:00 – 9:30 am, IN PERSON at St. Paul's Community Church, 609 Trail Two, Burlington, NC 27215

Pump Up Your Professionalism: You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and sometimes you have just 30 seconds to make a positive one. Sharon Hill will lead us through a fun, totally interactive session focused on simple ways to elevate your professional presence and make every introduction count.

We’ll explore the power of the handshake, the importance of eye contact, and the art of small talk — three simple skills that can make a big difference when meeting potential clients, referral partners, and new connections. Come ready to participate, practice, and have a little fun while sharpening your networking skills.

Sharon is a Certified Etiquette Trainer, author of six books, and MBA with a passion for helping people make positive first impressions and build lasting professional relationships. Her work at American Etiquette by Sharon Hill International focuses on business etiquette, communication, and creating welcoming, inclusive workplaces where everyone has a place at the table. Sharon is also the author of 6 books, including how to play Texas Hold’em Poker! She is happily married to her soulmate, Elmer Hill.

Please register >> https://www.ncsbc.net/Events.aspx?mode=4&area=Alamance+County&zip=&miles=25¢er=75010&topicnum=0&format=0&days=7&lang=0&sort=M&layout=0

09/09/2026

It's our 18th Anniversary featuring Sharon Hill! Join us as we celebrate our history, our members, and the relationships that have kept this group going strong. Bring your 30-second elevator pitch and come ready to connect! Coffee and snacks provided. Cost: $5. No exclusivity. Monday, September 14, 8:00 – 9:30 am, IN PERSON at St. Paul's Community Church, 609 Trail Two, Burlington, NC 27215

Pump Up Your Professionalism: You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and sometimes you have just 30 seconds to make a positive one. Sharon Hill will lead us through a fun, totally interactive session focused on simple ways to elevate your professional presence and make every introduction count.

We’ll explore the power of the handshake, the importance of eye contact, and the art of small talk — three simple skills that can make a big difference when meeting potential clients, referral partners, and new connections. Come ready to participate, practice, and have a little fun while sharpening your networking skills.

Sharon is a Certified Etiquette Trainer, author of six books, and MBA with a passion for helping people make positive first impressions and build lasting professional relationships. Her work at American Etiquette by Sharon Hill International focuses on business etiquette, communication, and creating welcoming, inclusive workplaces where everyone has a place at the table. Sharon is also the author of 6 books, including how to play Texas Hold’em Poker! She is happily married to her soulmate, Elmer Hill.

Please register >> https://www.ncsbc.net/Events.aspx?mode=4&area=Alamance+County&zip=&miles=25¢er=75010&topicnum=0&format=0&days=7&lang=0&sort=M&layout=0

09/05/2026

Wow, so powerful Dick O'Donnell and Man in Green

09/04/2026

In observance of Labor Day, Alamance Leads will not meet on Monday, Sept 7. As we take a day to pause and recharge, we also celebrate the hardworking people, like those of us in this group, who make our businesses, communities, and economy stronger every day. Wishing us all a safe and meaningful Labor Day!

Alamance Leads 18th Anniversary! The following week, on September 14th, we're celebrating our 18th Anniversary with professional speaker and author Sharon Hill. It will be held at St. Paul's Community Church in Burlington. Stay tuned for more details, and be sure to attend this special event.

Man in GreenDick O'Donnell

08/28/2026

You are cordially invited! Join us Monday morning on Zoom to connect with other business owners. No exclusivity. Come with your 60-second infomercial. Monday, August 31, 8:00 – 9:30 am on ZOOM

Michael Komondy of Endgame Agents will speak on Medicare 101 and provide an introduction to Medicare, including the basics of how It works, the different coverage options available, and key considerations when choosing coverage.

Each individual, family, and business has unique circumstances, and everyone should have an Advisor to help them throughout their health insurance journey, from choosing a plan to understanding how it works to actually using it. I am with my clients through every step.

He's known to say, "Friends don't let friends choose healthcare alone".

Learn more and get Zoom link: https://40382174.hs-sites.com/alamance-leads-august-31-zoom-8-930am?

08/21/2026

You are invited to this educational workshop and networking opportunity. Join us Monday morning for networking with local business owners. Please share and invite others. Come with your 30 second infomercial. Monday, August 24, 8:00 – 9:30 am IN PERSON (and on Zoom), Small Business Center (SBC) at Alamance Community College Main Campus, 1247 Jimmie Kerr Rd, Graham, NC in the Gee Building, Room G202, park in the back of the campus. See map below. Coffee and snacks will be on hand. The cost is $5, pay Dick O'Donnell upon entry.

A strong online presence doesn’t have to come with a big price tag. Trenton Torrence of Workbench Web Solutions will share practical ways small businesses can use free and low-cost tools to get online, recognize when it’s time to bring in an expert, and choose a website platform that can grow alongside their business

Key takeaways/objectives for participants
• How to make the most of free and low-cost tools to build an online presence • When it’s time to start hiring experts, and how to identify the right ones • Choosing a platform that can scale with you

REGISTER with SBC >> Join us in-person or virtually. All participants, please register in advance (and to get the Zoom link) >> https://40382174.hs-sites.com/establishin-your-web-presence?

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

You are cordially invited! Join us Monday morning on Zoom to connect with other business owners. No exclusivity. Come with your 60-second infomercial. Monday, August 17, 8:00 – 9:30 am on ZOOM.

Introducing David Herring of ACS Cloud Partners! Let's Follow Up! Following up is one of the simplest and most often overlooked ways to grow a business. In his interactive talk, David Herring will share why consistent follow-up matters, not just in sales, but in building relationships, earning trust, and turning opportunities into customers. Whether you’re following up with a new lead, a past customer, or a potential referral partner, the conversation shouldn’t end after the first contact.

About David:
David Herring is a high-impact National Channel Manager with extensive experience in the communications industry, specializing in building and managing partner programs. Outside of his direct role, David is a dedicated networker who thrives in social and professional settings.

Learn more and get Zoom link >> https://40382174.hs-sites.com/alamance-leads-august-17-zoom-8-930am?