Spice of Life “Meetups are comparing themselves rates are often available on a wide range is as a less expensive alternative to y namof programs. les- e m sons, classes and conferences. Think “People are putting their heads about how Meetups are cheaper than together to do more with less. They’re something someone might be doing pooling resources; they’re sharing equipinstead. That is the power of self-orga- ment, and supplies,” said Heiferman. nized groups,” said Heiferman. John Caddell, principal in The Caddell “Meetup [attendees] are [also] nego- Insight Group runs the New Tech Meetup tiating discounts on all sorts of things,” of Central PA. This group is one example said Heiferman. “There is strength in num- of the power of pooling resources and bers and they’re able to get discounts.” sharing ideas. It offers a way to connect Think about it: when you gather together with tech businesses and computer savvy a collective group of businesses you can employees. This particular meeting is modleverage your membership for discounts eled after Heiferman’s NY Tech Meetup. on all sorts of business material. Group Caddell uses the technology Meetup LLO HE Connections SubScRibe today! to receive your free subscription, simply fill out and submit this form. name: e-mail: company: Please notify me of other Chamber of Commerce activities. (company name not required) SubMit 22 | Connections | August 2009