Frequently Asked Questions About the JBA

Is regular attendance required?
No, you are welcome to participate as often as your schedule permits.

What do I get for my membership?
Benefits include:
- Listing on JBAcolorado.org
- Network to gain trustworthy professional relationships
- Network to secure additional leads, referrals and sales
- Speak about your business at a networking event
- Introduce yourself and your business at all networking events
For more benefits, go to our benefits page.

Are you expected to provide leads at every meeting?
JBA has no requirements for sharing leads. You may provide referrals to other members who may support you in the same way. Our lunches and other events are designed to promote networking and relationship building.

How can I promote my business at the meetings?
All event attendees are given 30 seconds to introduce themselves and their businesses. Individual members are invited to speak for 10 minutes at a networking lunch or breakfast once a year.

What occurs at a particular meeting? 
Those attending give 30-second introductions, a JBA member speaks for 10 minutes or there is a guest speaker, and participants network among themselves.  And we eat!

Are there any networking events outside of the monthly meetings?  
JBA schedules quarterly evening networking events and other activities periodically.

How often does the group meet? When and what time?   
Monthly networking events occur:

• The second Wednesday of each month  from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia, Denver.
• The fourth Tuesday of each month from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Deli Tech, 8101 East Belleview Ave., Denver.
  

Can you have more than one member of the same profession? 
Yes. There are no restrictions by profession.

How long has the group been in existence? 
Since 1994.

What is your policy on visiting the group before joining to see if I like it?
JBA encourages visitors, who pay the lower member rate for the first two visits. JBA also pays for the first lunch for those who join on the first visit.
 

Can I bring a guest at any time? 
Yes. We do encourage RSVPs.

What is the business profile of the members? 
Our members represent a broad spectrum of the business community, from sole proprietors to larger companies.

Can you join if you are currently unemployed?
Yes.  Job seekers and career changers always benefit from networking, and may find excellent information and contacts at our meetings.

How much does it cost to join?
After July 1, 2004, membership is $125 annually per business.

What should I wear to a JBA luncheon?
Business attire, either casual or formal, is acceptable.

What should I bring to a JBA event?
We suggest bringing business cards and any promotional items such as brochures.