Network In Action — St. Louis

What Makes NIA Different

Six reasons thousands of professionals choose Network In Action over every other networking group — and why NIA St. Louis members consistently see real, measurable returns on their investment.

Difference #1

Only One Meeting Per Month

Most networking groups demand weekly attendance — 52 meetings a year that eat into your working hours, your weekends, and your focus. NIA asks for just one in-person meeting per month. That’s it.

  • One monthly meeting saves you 40+ hours per year compared to weekly groups — the equivalent of a full working week returned to your business.
  • Our proprietary technology keeps you connected to your group all month long between meetings — pass referrals, manage contacts, and stay top of mind without another meeting on your calendar.
  • Monthly optional virtual events let you expand your reach nationally without mandatory weekly commitments.
  • Less meeting fatigue means members show up prepared, engaged, and ready to refer — not burned out from another week of obligatory attendance.
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Meeting Frequency Comparison
NIA St. Louis 12 meetings / year
Weekly Groups 52 meetings / year
Hours returned to your business each year That’s 5 full working days back in your calendar
40+ hrs / yr
BK
Brent Kirkpatrick Professional Group Leader · NIA St. Louis
100% Dedicated
STL Area Expert
★★★ Franchise
“I am personally invested in the success of every single member in this group.”
Leadership Type
NIA
Others
Professional leader
Yes
Volunteer
Financially invested
Yes
No
Member accountability
Structured
Inconsistent
Member onboarding
Personal
Self-serve
Difference #2

Led by a Professional, Not a Volunteer

Most networking groups are run by rotating volunteers — people who are well-intentioned but whose real job is their day job. When the leader is a member trying to fit group management around their own business, accountability slips, quality drops, and groups stagnate.

  • Brent Kirkpatrick leads NIA St. Louis as a full-time, dedicated professional — not a side duty attached to another career.
  • As a franchise owner, Brent has a direct financial stake in the success of every member. Your growth is his business model.
  • Meetings are professionally structured and consistently executed — no missed meetings, no disorganized agendas, no leadership rotations.
  • Every new member receives personal onboarding from Brent, helping them hit the ground running and integrate into the group immediately.
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Difference #3

State-of-the-Art Technology Included

NIA membership comes with a full suite of business tools that most professionals pay hundreds of dollars per month for separately. Everything is integrated, mobile-first, and designed to keep your network working for you between meetings.

  • Pass, track, and manage referrals from your phone the moment a conversation happens — never lose a warm introduction again.
  • A built-in CRM keeps your contacts organized so your relationships stay warm without manual effort.
  • Reputation Management Software helps you grow and monitor your online reviews across major platforms — a key driver of referral trust.
  • NIA University gives you 24/7 access to business development and networking training content to keep growing year-round.
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NIA Mobile App
Pass referrals, manage contacts, and stay connected to your group from anywhere, at any time.
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Built-In CRM
Track your business relationships and follow-ups in one place without paying for a separate tool.
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NIA University
24/7 access to business development and networking training. Learn at your own pace, on your schedule.
Reputation Management
Monitor and grow your online reviews across major platforms to strengthen your referral credibility.
Difference #4

Refer With Confidence

When you refer someone to a colleague, your reputation is on the line. NIA is built to protect it — by ensuring every member in the room has been vetted and verified before they ever sit across from you.

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Background Checked
Every NIA member passes a background check as part of onboarding. You always know exactly who you’re referring your clients to — no guesswork, no risk.
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One Per Industry
Only one professional per industry category is allowed in each group. No competition inside the room — only a dedicated referral partner for your exact specialty.
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Built on Accountability
Members are expected to follow through on referrals they receive. Brent actively manages group standards so every introduction you make reflects positively on you.
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🌐 NIA National Network
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All 50 States
Monthly Virtual Event
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Network With The Nation Monthly virtual event — all NIA members welcome — no extra cost
Difference #5

Your Network Extends Nationally

Local networking is valuable — but your clients and referral partners don’t stop at the city limits. NIA membership connects you to a living national network of thousands of vetted professionals, expanding your reach far beyond what any local-only group can offer.

  • Every month, NIA hosts a Network With The Nation virtual event connecting all members across the country — included at no extra cost.
  • When your clients relocate or need a professional in another city, you have a trusted national network to refer them into — and you earn revenue share for doing so.
  • Access a searchable member directory of NIA professionals across 113+ groups, expanding your referral surface area dramatically.
  • NIA’s national brand and franchise structure means your membership is backed by an established, growing organization — not a local club that depends on one person to survive.
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Difference #6

When Referrals Close, You Get Paid

No other professional networking organization offers a return on investment guarantee. NIA does — because we have that much confidence in what happens when a member shows up and participates.

The NIA Guarantee
📅 11/12 Monthly Meetings Attended
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🤝 12 Qualifying Referrals Passed
= NIA’s Commitment to You
If referral revenue received doesn’t exceed your membership investment,
NIA will refund your fees.

The Guaranteed ROI program is subject to the specific terms, conditions, and thresholds in your membership agreement. Contact Brent for full details.

Ready to Experience the Difference?

Attend a visitor session, meet the group, and see firsthand why NIA St. Louis members choose us over every other option — no commitment required.