What is SCBNG and who is it for?

The San Carlos Business Networking Group (SCBNG) is a local, relationship-based business networking group for professionals who live or work near San Carlos, CA. Our members grow their businesses through referrals, education, and community connection.

Is there a cost to join SCBNG?

No. SCBNG is a free, participation-based group. There are no membership dues or hidden fees. Your engagement and commitment are what matter most.

When and where does SCBNG meet?

We meet every other Monday from 8:15 to 9:30 AM. Meetings are hosted online via Zoom, with occasional in-person gatherings in San Carlos.

How do I become a member?

Come as a guest first! Just attend a meeting and see if the group is a good fit. After that, you’ll be invited to submit a member application to secure your exclusive business category.

What types of businesses are accepted?

SCBNG is open to all business types—real estate, marketing, trades, finance, creative services, and more. We only allow one member per business category to maximize referrals and visibility.

How can I speak at a future meeting?

Members can sign up to give a 5-minute tip or a 10-minute promotional presentation through our internal Growth Dashboard. You must be an active member to sign up.

San Carlos Business Networking Group

Connecting Local Leaders. Growing Together.

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What Makes Us Different

Real connections. No fees. Local support that grows with you.

No Dues — Just Participation

We don’t charge a membership fee. Instead, we measure and celebrate participation. It keeps our group accountable, collaborative, and committed to each other's success.

One Member Per Category

We’re an exclusive referral group — that means you’ll never compete with someone in your same industry. We protect your seat and spotlight your expertise.

Locally Rooted in San Carlos

We focus on the San Carlos and Peninsula area — building real relationships between neighbors and local leaders who care about helping the community thrive.

Professional and Social

Our culture is easygoing, friendly, and deeply collaborative. We connect regularly in business settings — and often outside of them too. Community matters here.

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When & Where We Meet

We meet every other Monday morning from 8:15 AM to 9:30 AM, with rare exceptions for holidays.

Format: Most meetings are held online via Zoom.
Hybrid Meetings: We typically host 1–3 in-person/hybrid events each quarter.
Location: Based in San Carlos, California

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I've been in the SCBNG because it consistently generates high-quality referrals. More importantly, it gives me a solid group of business owners to bounce ideas off of and know that I can refer them to my clients.

Mark RogersCEO, Barastone

SCBNG is well organized, genuinely supportive, and filled with local professionals who actively help one another succeed and grow their businesses by referral.