1. Calendar of Events
Mark your calendar with these upcoming events!

March 30, Tue, 6:30-8:30pm. Tales from the Trenches: Lessons from a Seasoned CEO

What separates those entrepreneurs who fret about the economy and those who thrive in ANY economic situation?  In this unique interview-style session, we'll learn about (and from) the renowned DC entrepreneur Michael Caggiano.  Successes and failures will all be on the table as we ask Michael to share his most memorable experiences and lessons learned.  We encourage each attendee to submit your questions in advance as well as during the program.

This is an amazing opportunity to learn from a business veteran who has used his uncommon business sense, unrelenting perseverance and humor to overcome all kinds of challenges to build multiple successful and profitable companies.

April 21, 7-10pm. Kismet for Kidsave: Who are YOU meant to meet?

Kismet for Kidsave is now an annual FUNdraising event where you'll get to network with fellow entrepreneurs as well as business, political, and cultural luminaries AND help orphaned and foster children find their forever families! Join YES!Circle in supporting this one-of-a-kind fundraising event and see who YOU are meant to meet! 

May 17, Mon, 6:30-8:30pm. Nurture Marketing: How to turn Old contacts into New Opportunities

Dead Leads, Old Business Cards and Unqualified Prospects: Studies show that 40 - 80% of leads expire in the first 6 months due to a lack of proper nurturing and development.  (No, you’re not the only one with a desk drawer full of other people’s business cards.)  Nurture Marketing is the process of repeatedly ‘touching’ your suspects, prospects and existing customers with a series of consistent messages over time to educate them on the value of your product or service. 

This engaging, informative session will help you understand: Why and how Nurture Marketing programs work; How to organize your suspects, prospects and customer contacts; and What a successful, cost-effective campaign entails and how to make it all happen!

July 17, Sat, 10am-1pm. Mini-Retreat for Visionaries

This experiential, reflective half-day retreat brings together creative, success-minded visionaries in a beautiful, open-air setting (weather permitting) right in the heart of the DC area. If you feel like you're called to work and play a bigger game, this retreat will give you the time, space and supportive environment to reconnect with your vision, mission and commitment to your dream! 

For more information please email  the retreat facilitator - and YES!Circle Chief Visionary - Margarita Rozenfeld.  Location details will be sent to all registered participants.  Please join us!

Aug. 25, Wed, 2-4pm. Peer Advisory Group

This is YES!Circle's acclaimed mastermind group!  Each month entrepreneurs meet to connect, share best practices and help peers resolve business-related challenges.  Inevitably you'll walk away with renewed motivation, fresh insights and invaluable new tools and resources for your business!  Due to the program's structured format please arrive no later than 1:45pm.

Sept. 20, Mon, 6:30-8:30pm. Four Steps to Sure-Fire Sales Success

Dislike selling?  Hate cold calling?  Want an easier, more consistent way to turn prospects into clients?  Learn the super-effective, easy-to-follow method that will help you to become the master of the selling process and take your business to a whole new level!

As the first month of the first year of the new decade drew to a close it wasn’t just my clients thinking about “what’s next”.   Perhaps because I am celebrating eight years in business this month - wow, really, EIGHT?! - I’ve found myself drawn to every possible reflective, strategizing and planning exercise I could get my hands on.  While I’m still digging, pondering and reflecting I suddenly feel amazingly clear, focused and reenergized, I believe thanks to my newly-redefined and committed-to Vision Statement.  I can’t tell you how magical it is to have the vision that’s been moving and motivating me all these years expressed on paper:

"A world filled with communities that embrace entrepreneurship, collaboration and a spirit of giving.” 

It’s amazing how exhilarating a simple declaration of your vision and intentions can be!  Here’s how you can begin crafting your Vision Statement…  Read more

Get Organized DC is dedicated to helping busy professionals be more productive. We provide hands-on organizing services to help you clear your piles of paper, overloaded inbox and cluttered life so you can be more effective with your business while having more time and energy for family and yourself.  Read more

YES!Circle passionately believes in furthering the spirit of entrepreneurship in our community and annually donates a portion of profit to the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship, a wonderful organization teaching entrepreneurial skills to at-risk D.C. youth. Over the last few years YES!Circle has contributed over $10,000 to NFTE  - thank you for helping us make a difference! 

Are you on your way to the top and want some company and support along the way?  YES!Circle is a vibrant community of dynamic, innovative entrepreneurs in all stages of business development.  Our mission is to create a positive, supportive environment for entrepreneurs to thrive professionally and personally by connecting them with like-minded people, educational resources and business opportunities.  Join us today!

Are you ready to take your company to the next level?  YES!Circle offers coaching, consulting and mentoring services for visionaries like you.  Whether you are seeking clarity, direction, focus, strategy or accountability in building your dream, we are here to help!  Join us today and receive an hour of complimentary coaching.  Please contact margarita@yescircle.org for more information. 

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