I’ve been involved in business development since 1988, but networking and leading business development communities is in my DNA. My grandmother, Sadie Opatowsky, developed the first successful network for women in Lower Manhattan on July 3, 1924.
I am a business matchmaker helping members connect in meaningful ways. American Business Associates is focused on building business relationships, not transactions.
Some of the special vertical markets I work with are
I like to work with small to mid-sized business owners and entrepreneurs looking to make connections, foster relationships & increase sales and who believe in helping others. Our members come from a variety of fields, and certainly not limited to but including:
🤝All Categories related to Mergers & Acquisitions
👨💼All fields of Lawyers
🏘️Realtors
🏢Architects
💼HR Consultants
👮Security Guards and Alarms
🏦Mortgage Bankers
👩🏼💼Divorce Mediators
🧑🏾🔧Electricians and trades of all kinds
🚚Moving and Storage Services
🏥All Medical-related Services
🏭Manufacturing
I am especially interested in working with
I am especially interested in working with people who are just begining their careers, their first or second mountain, and who are excited about their future. We can give them a BOOST!
My ideal referral sources work in the following business categories
My ideal referral sources are all happy ABA'ers. If you're happy and you know it CLAP YOUR HANDS!! Bring your friends!!
Some of the special vertical markets I work with are: I am especially interested in working with:My ideal referral sources work in the following business categories I belong to these business, social, and/or professional trade associations
I frequent IMA and also EMINAE! 2 of my favorites.
I am on the board or committee of the following non-profit organizations:
Dear to my heart is the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. I am member of the Board of Trustees. What Boards or committees are you presently working with? We are looking for Leadership Volunteers in many different roles. Do you know someone?
My personal interests or hobbies are:
Hmmm When not serving at ABA... My dear grandaughter, Genevieve, Reading, Hiking, Spending time with family and friends that we don't see often enough.
I am especially proficient in
Cultivating my plants... whipping up quick yummy breakfasts???