SBI Owners Council
With a vision to help encourage communities to become vibrant and influential centers of commerce, the SBI Owners Council’s main goal is to connect small business owners and provide them with the opportunity to learn, communicate efficiently and develop strategic relationships.
Do you have questions? We have answers.
- Who can join the SBI Owners Council?
- How much does it cost?
- What’s in it for me?
- What businesses are represented in the SBI Owners Council?
- I meet the requirements, how do I apply?
Who can join the SBI Owners Council?
To qualify for membership, applicants must own 10% or more of a privately held business with annual gross revenue of at least $1 million in the last fiscal year. We serve a broad range of companies: financial, retail, legal, industrial, and more.
Membership cost is $500 annually.
The SBI Owners Council proudly provides a repertoire of member only services that help owners take their business to the next level. We offer educational forums, planning retreats, peer advisory, and social events. By becoming a council member you will immerse yourself in group of highly motivated and successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. Join us and get to know the people whose small businesses help make their community a more vibrant center of commerce.
What businesses are represented in the SBI Owners Council?
Currently, the SBI Owners Council has chapters in Hampton Roads, VA and Raleigh, NC. The Hampton Roads chapter was established in July 2010, and Raleigh has recently began accepting charter members in April 2011.
For a list of members in each area, visit the chapter pages:
I meet the requirements, how do I apply?
Simply fill out the membership application by clicking here, then send it in to the address listed. If you have any questions regarding membership, contact the SBI Owners Council director at sbiownerscouncilhr@ gmail.com, or call 757-880-2751.
