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Wilkes Business Link-Leads Group: The purpose of the WBL is to provide opportunities for members to connect with other businesses, share best business practices, and Generate Referrals. In summary the mission is to help each other prosper. This group meets weekly in the chamber boardroom on Thursdays from 8:30am-9:15am.  
Please email Terrian Carter for more information at tcarter@wilkesnc.org
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🎤 Upcoming Presenters

July 2025

🗓 3rd – No Meeting (Holiday Week)
🗓 10th – Francisco Martinez – Wilkes Economic Development Corporation (Fall Grant Program)
🗓 17th – Larry Bell – Servpro of Wilkes & Alleghany Counties
🗓 24th – Stephen Patton – Edward Jones Advisor
🗓 31st – Seth Cohn – Dooley's Grill & Bar

📋 Presenter Guidelines

🔹 If you’re unable to present on your scheduled date, please coordinate with another member to switch slots.

🤝 Weekly One-on-One Meetings

Have you scheduled your one-on-one meeting this week?
If not, make it a priority today! These meetings are essential for building strong professional relationships and fostering business growth.

🗣 Refine Your 60-Second Elevator Pitch

Create a compelling introduction using these prompts:

🔹 Who Are You?

• Background & experience

• Years in your current role

• Key accomplishments

🔹 What Do You Offer?

• Unique value proposition

• Creative power words

• 2–3 key industry-relevant skills

🔹 What Makes You Stand Out?

• What differentiates you from your competitors?

✅ Practice regularly to enhance confidence and clarity!