The Connection Collective
Grow Your Business Through Genuine Relationships
A free monthly networking & collaboration circle for women entrepreneurs who are ready to thrive through connection, not competition.
You’re Done With Networking That Feels Like Work
You’ve built a business you care deeply about. You’ve tried showing up to events, delivering your elevator pitch, collecting cards, and crossing your fingers. You’ve even joined groups that promised support but left you feeling like tired, it leaves you cold.
Tired of surface-level conversations. Tired of chasing leads. Tired of trying to grow your business alone.
What you need is real connection. Relationships that feel good and grow your business. A network that sees you, supports you, and refers you because they know your work is powerful.
I See You, Because
I’ve Been You
I built my entire business through authentic networking and strategic partnerships. I know what it’s like to crave meaningful connection and want to be valued for your gifts without selling yourself short. For over three decades, I’ve helped thousands of women entrepreneurs grow thriving, values-aligned businesses using the very strategies we explore in the Connection
Collective.
You don’t need to hustle harder. You need a different kind of circle— that’s why I created The Connection Collective.
This Circle Is for You If:
You’re a woman entrepreneur running a service-based business
You’re ready to grow through intentional connection, not random hustle
You value collaboration over competition
You’re craving a network that supports you and celebrates you
You want to be in the room with other women who "get it"
What's In It For Me?
Join this no-cost, monthly virtual gathering and experience
A short strategic training to help you network with clarity, not confusion
Curated breakout rooms for authentic conversation—no pitch fests here
A community of thoughtful, generous women who want to see you succeed
Supportive connections that turn into warm referrals and new opportunities
Leave with 2-4 aligned new connections
Learn a simple mindset or strategy shift to deepen your network
Feel supported, seen, and re-energized in your business journey
Be part of a circle that reflects your values and vision
How It Works?
What: 90-minute virtual gathering on Zoom
When: Monthly (dates shared upon registration)
Where: Online — we send the link directly to your inbox
Cost: Free
Just register once and join as often as you’d like. Come when you can, bring a friend when it feels right, and stay connected in between.
By joining the Connection Collective, you’ll:
Build aligned partnerships
Expand your visibility
Get referred with ease
And most importantly, feel like you’re not building your business alone
Let's do it differently. Let’s do it together.
About the Founder
Hi, I'm Markey Read, Collaboration Maven and business strategist.
With over three decades of experience guiding women solopreneurs toward CEO-level clarity, I’ve seen firsthand how strategic relationships can transform businesses. I created the Connection Collective to offer women entrepreneurs a space where networking becomes a source of nourishment, not exhaustion.
I believe in building circles that grow businesses, amplify voices, and feel really good to be part of. This isn’t about visibility for the sake of being seen — it’s about visibility that leads to real, lasting success.
Come, let’s build a network that feeds you. You can grow your business without burning out, begging for leads, or showing up where you don’t belong. The right connections make everything easier — and it all starts with saying yes.
What Others Say?
“Markey’s approach to networking is a breath of fresh air. Her no-nonsense advice on deepening relationships rather than just 'networking to network' truly resonated with me.”
— Karen, Custom Tour Consultant
“Markey helped me realize the incredible power of networking. Through conversations with a variety of people, I learned something valuable from each interaction. Networking isn’t just about making connections; it’s about gaining insights and supporting others on their journeys.”
— Keith, Consulting Engineer
