Join LEAD Network Professionals to Expand Your
Business and Forge Community Connections
Are you looking for ways to elevate your business and thrive within your
community? LEAD Network Professionals is here to assist you. We are
more than just a networking group; we are a community of seasoned
business professionals and local influencers dedicated to helping you
reach your objectives. Our comprehensive workshops, masterminds, and
networking events offer the resources you need to sharpen your skills and
propel your business forward. Don’t wait – become a member today!
For only $30 a month or an annual fee of $300, you’ll gain full
access to outstanding resources designed to support your
business success.
connecting the best and brightest professionals to build a powerhouse community, fueling endless success!
your mission, our passion!
Founded by Kristin Gallatin and Sami Peluso, our organization is driven by a passion for fostering meaningful connections and supporting
business growth!
Kristin brings several years of leadership experience in both corporate and small business environments, offering invaluable insights into navigating challenges and driving success. Meanwhile, Sami's expertise lies in community building and networking, creating vibrant spaces for collaboration and innovation.
We empower entrepreneurs with connections, education, and community involvement through a supportive platform offering low fees, flexible meetings, and expert discussions. Fostering collaboration and innovation, we drive personal and professional growth while making a local impact. Join us to lead, empower, adapt, and grow your business with a supportive community.
our why:
LEAD.
Empower
Adapt
Drive
our core values:
Supporting the success of local small business owners and community leaders by way of networking, education and social engagement.
our mission:
PODS = Professional Organized Discussion
Monthly Member Forum & Exchange PODS available:
- First Wednesdays All Industry @9am Archstone
- First Wednesdays All Industry @11am Grand Exteriors
- Second Wednesdays Health & Wellness @1:30pm Archstone
ask about pod leader perks!
winning strategy
Sales, Operations & Leadership
3 Essential Pillars!
What to expect
At the core of every business lie three essential pillars. Our
meetings and events are crafted to help you develop your skills in
these areas. This means that four times a year, with the guidance
of local experts, successful entrepreneurs, and community leaders,
you will have the opportunity to enhance your leadership abilities,
streamline your operations with effective systems and processes,
and most importantly, increase your sales revenue.
Book Club
- Leadership Tip: Leaders are readers! Join us monthly for insightful strategy sessions discussing the latest in business reads.
Our Offerings:
- Member Spotlight, Roundtable Discussion, Brief Education and Referral Sharing once monthly at:
Forum & exchange
- Opportunities to connect with local
thought leaders for engaging discussions
about relevant and trending topics!
LEAD Talks
- Enhance Your Skills with Hands-On Workshops, Masterminds, and Seminars. Take advantage of opportunities to connect with your best referral partners, join engaging happy hour events & speed networking too!
NETWORKING EVENTS:
for your success!
You are welcome to attend any of our meetings or events for free once per year. After that, feel free to join us as frequently as you'd like for a small fee each time.
our MEMBERSHIP:
gimme the goods!
can’t commit just yet?
Premium Annual membership:
- Premium Membership grants unrestricted access to ALL meetings and events. Additionally, take advantage of the bonus opportunity to promote your business or services at multiple business expos hosted by LEAD throughout the year, as well as on LEAD's social media platforms*.
- $300/year or $30/month
- Flexible Payment Options
- Non-Compete POD’s
- Membership Application,
Agreement & Policies - Love it and Looking for MORE?
Learn about becoming a
COMMUNITY LEADER!
* upon approval
if not now,
when
MEMBER SPEAKING
OPPORTUNITY:
As a valued member of LEAD Network Professionals, you have the exclusive opportunity to present a class,
mastermind, workshop, talk, or panel as part of your yearly membership. This is your chance to showcase your
expertise, provide value to fellow members, and enhance your professional visibility.
What’s Included:
✅ You create the course outline based on your expertise and topic of choice.
✅ We support you with graphic design (if needed) for promotional materials.
✅ We market your event across Eventbrite, Facebook, and LinkedIn to maximize attendance and engagement.
Program Guidelines:
- Limited to one member-led event per month to ensure quality and engagement.
- Each member may present once per year to allow opportunities for all members.
- Topics should align with Sales, Operations, or Leadership themes that support business growth and
professional development.
This is a fantastic way to establish thought leadership, connect with peers, and contribute to the LEAD community.
If you're interested in hosting an event, please reach out to our leadership team to discuss your topic and schedule
your session!
in the limelight!
Every year, we donate 10% of our profits
to a local non-profit organization, chosen by our members. This allows us to give back to our community and spread joy all at the same time - a little like fairy dust.
Engage with Experts in our Community:
Samantha
Peluso - Wright
LEAD Co-Founder &
Owner of All Things Social
Kristin Gallatin
LEAD Co-Founder &
Broker of Savvy Properties
Jacquee Adams
Bookkeeping & Admin
Vantage Virtual Services
Stephanie Ewals
Nutritionist
Out of the Woods Nutrition
Anne Marie Proulx
Print Marketing
Church Offset Printing
Lisa Carpentier
47th Parallel Graphic Design & Good Natured Wood Decor
Justin Persinger
Owner / Exterior Specialist
The Expert Co.
Mindee Peterson
Sales Manager, IT Consult
MyTech Partners
Dr. Alec Nassirzadeh
Owner/Chiropractor
Evolve Chiropractic
Rachel Edwards
Mindset Coach
Pebblebrook Wellness
JENN THOMAS
Director of Operations
Buff City Soap
Personal Fitness Trainer
Chelsea jensen
Office Manager
Grand Exteriors llc
Araianna tyler
Project Manager
Grand Exteriors llc
Tracy Fallon
Life & Health Coach
Prioritize & Thrive
EMILY LeDuc
Owner
LeDuc Marketing llc
Introducing Our Members:
- All Industries Forum &
Exchange POD 1 meets
Monthly on the First
Wednesday @Archstone
Workspace, 9:00am
- All Industries Forum &
Exchange POD 2 meets
Monthly on the First
Wednesday @Grand
Exteriors, 11:00am
- Health & Wellness Forum &
Exchange meets Monthly on
the Second Wednesday
@Archstone Workspace,
1:30pm
- All Industries VIRTUAL Forum & Exchange meets Monthly on the Second Wednesday @ZOOM, 11:00am
- Teams, Managers & Ops
Forum & Exchange meets
Monthly on the First Tuesday
@Archstone Workspace,
9:00am
Upcoming fORUM & EXCHANGE MEETINGS:
- JOIN US AND OTHER MEMBERS:
- BRAINY BITES BOOK
SOCIETY
April Review of Indistractable by
Nir Eyal This event offers a unique
opportunity to discuss the
strategies for mastering attention
and enhancing productivity. April
17thth HH @5pm,Rail Werks
Brewing Depot.
- No time to read the book, no
problem! Join us for the
discussion ~ We would love to see
you there!
- LEAD Network Virtual Lab:
Canva Basics
Whether you're new to Canva or
looking to sharpen your skills, this
session will cover essential tools
and features to help you elevate
your branding and marketing.
Wednesday April 23rd @11am via
zoom
more exciting
EVENTS!!
- Bonus Book Discussion:
Can’t Even; How Millennials
Became the Burnout
Generation
- Written by Anne Helen Peterson,
and the discussion led by Rachel
Edwards, at Alloy Brewing on
March 26th ~ this event may well
be the most enlightening event of
the year!
- LEAD LAB: Clear the Clutter
with Process Ninja Sarah
Becker!
- Whether you're a solopreneur or
leading a growing team, this
discussion will equip you with
actionable insights to clean up,
streamline, and thrive! April 16th
at 10:30 am @Archstone!