Falcon Connects Guidelines

Only one person can represent a specific type of business.
If two members have overlapping businesses, they must agree to only promote the parts of their business that don't compete.
If a member represents two businesses, they must choose one as their primary. If a new member joins in that same line of work, the original member may no longer promote their secondary business.
Visitors cannot promote their business if it competes with a current member.

New members must fill out an application and interview with the leadership team.
If two people apply for the same type of business at the same time, the membership committee will vote on who joins.
Former members must wait one year before reapplying.
All membership decisions are final.

Attend at least 80% of weekly meetings.
a. Two "no call, no show" absences can result in removal.
Stay for the full meeting.
Provide at least 3 referrals each month (with full contact info and permission).
Do at least 2 one-on-one meetings with other members each month.

Visitors can attend up to two meetings before they must apply for membership.

Concerns must be submitted in writing to the Vice President.
The leadership team will review and may:
a. Dismiss, suspend, or remove a member, OR
b. Arrange a mediation between the members involved.
Leadership team decisions are final.

Regular meetings are held once a week and last no more than 2 hours.
Alcohol is only allowed at social (non-business) events.
Cancellations:
a. Meetings are canceled if District 49 cancels school for weather.
b. No meetings during District 49 Spring Break, Thanksgiving week, Christmas, New Year's, or if the meeting date falls on a national holiday.

President: Runs meetings, leads the leadership team, and sets a positive tone.
Vice President: Tracks attendance, referrals, and one-on-ones; oversees the membership committee; helps with conflict resolution; reviews finances.
Treasurer: Manages the budget, collects payments, pays bills, and organizes fundraisers.
Education Coordinator: Plans training topics, helps members grow their skills, welcomes visitors, and keeps meetings on time.

Leaders serve for one year.
Leaders may continue if invited by the team and confirmed by vote.
Members can nominate others for leadership roles.
Vacancies are filled by leadership team vote and last until the original leader's term is up.

Membership dues are $100 per quarter (prorated if joining mid-quarter). This covers venue and food/beverage costs.
The group may also raise money through fundraisers like "Joker's Wild."