MediaMensch Networks has successfully launched a new platform for www.linktocharlotte.com and have attracted over 75 new members within the first month of launching. Since mid-2007 we have been working with the professional community in Charlotte helping them connect with each other. As of today, LinktoCharlotte has over 1400 members on LinkedIn.
Why multiple platforms? Think about a tool kit. The purpose of LinkedIn is for professional to network. Much of their information is hidden from others unless you are directly connected. It is also very difficult to find a large group of contacts in Charlotte and promote yourself to that group. So our new platform, developed on NING.com allows for posting of photos, videos, blog posts and is easy to navigate.
The founder is one of the early adopters of social media technology and has built that practice on his background as one of the first sales automation/crm consultants in the world (started in 1987).
In 2009, we intend bring education and opportunities to our members to learn how to be "professional networkers" both on-line and in person. If you are a member and would like to speak or help out to promote the value of this network, please contact Andrew Kaplan. (Hint: you can find him on www.linktocharlotte.com).
If you use Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, NING or any other emerging social media tool, you will find this of use.
If you are on Twitter you can follow:
www.twitter.com/linktocharlotte
www.twitter.com/coachkaplan (tips and tricks for social media)
If you are interested in sponsoring an event or financially supporting this endeavor, we will be interested in speaking with you.
