What is Motor City Connect?
It depends who you ask. Some people would say MCC is a networking group. Others would say MCC is a community service group. We've also heard business development group, professional development group, mastermind group, business builder club, personal improvement group and a bunch of nuts. We think they're all a little bit right -- but our mission statement and vision say it best.
Motor City Connect Vision
Motor City Connect shines a light on great things happening in Metro Detroit. We are top professionals who gather both online and offline to meet, understand and connect with business leaders. Motor City Connect is a welcoming place to network, take an active role in the community, and grow your business.
Motor City Connect Mission
To be the catalyst for great things happening for our members and our community.
We don't have a lot of rules and rituals. We're something you want to do instead of something you have to do. We love a good laugh. We think business should be fun. We think our successes benefit the community. We are optimists. We're making a positive impact every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MCC exclusive?
No, we encourage participation in multiple networking groups, chambers and social organizations. The more the merrier. Your network becomes more valuable with each new person you're connected to. Smart business professionals fish in many ponds.
How much does MCC cost?
Although there is no fee to be a member, some of our events have costs associated with them. Check the calendar for event details.
How is MCC different from other groups?
As we are different for each of our members, our only answer for that is try us and find out for yourself
Do I have to live in Michigan or Detroit to be a member?
No, but since we are heavily focused on improving the Metro Detroit area, it would make sense if you had some sort of ties to this town
Can you have more than one member per professional category?
We don't have any limitations regarding that. We encourage our members to practice good comperation whenever possible.
What the hell is comperation?
It's a lot like co-opetition. We hold an abundant mindset - there is plenty of business for all. We believe we accomplish more by working together.
I don't live/work in Detroit. I'm out in the suburbs.
If you live in southeastern Michigan, you live in Detroit.
Look at a globe. You won't find Rochester or Novi or Dearborn. Heck, most of the time you won't even see Lansing! You'll always see Detroit.
Detroit is a world-class city. Ask folks internationally to name three cities in America and they'll answer "New York, LA and Detroit". It's the birthplace of the car. It's the birthplace of the middle class. It's the birthplace of Motown. It's the birthplace of Motor City Connect.
It's our home. We're working to restore Detroit's promise.
How do I join?
Glad you asked! Click here and you're in! Choose your membership and start growing your network. We're still working on our secret handshake.
Can I send an email blast?
We only use email blasts for official MCC events and announcements. With over 3500 people on the site, the email crush would be overwhelming. Best way to promote your product, service or announcement is to make a post in the discussion boards.
Can I post an event to the calendar?
Sure! If you have a networking event to promote, send an email to motorcityconnect@gmail.com. Please include your name, contact info, the date, time, location and address of the event and up to a one paragraph description of the event. We will add your event to the Networking Events calendar within 24 hours.
Where can I get a receipt for the lunch meeting or training?
You can download a MCC receipt here.
I still have questions!
Feel free to contact the appropriate member on our leadership team and they will be glad to assist you. If their titles don't specifically address your needs, Terry and Charlie are always more than happy to talk.
Edited: May 30, 2009 07:44PM
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