Passionate – Dedicated – Professional
The Membership Process
Monument Business Alliance (MBA) is a board-approved, industry-exclusive organization designed for growth-minded professionals who value accountability, trusted relationships, and structured referral partnerships.
Membership is selective. Each member represents a single industry within the Alliance to ensure clarity, fairness, and focused opportunity.
Industry Exclusivity
MBA maintains a strict one-industry-per-member standard.
If your services overlap with an existing member, written approval from that member is required prior to consideration.
This structure protects referral opportunity and eliminates internal competition.
Leadership Meetings Required
Before submitting an application, prospective members must meet with at least 3 members of the MBA Board, either in person or over Zoom, etc.
These meetings ensure:
- Mutual alignment
- Industry clarity
- Cultural fit
- Referral compatibility
Before submitting an application, prospective members must meet with at least 3 members of the MBA Board, either in person or over Zoom, etc.
These meetings ensure:
- Mutual alignment
- Industry clarity
- Cultural fit
- Referral compatibility
Board Members:
- President & Communications – Steve Fisher, Heartland Connect
- Vice President & Treasurer – Dave Gustafson, WSI Peak Digital Strategy
- Events Coordinator – Fred Ramirez, Apache Electric
- Membership Coordinator – Mark McWilliams, The Gold Medal Team
- Presentation Coordinator – Shannon Schur, Schur Success Group
Attendance & Engagement Expectations
MBA is a structured Alliance. Consistent engagement is required.
Members are expected to:
- Attend at least 3 out of every 4 meetings
- Provide a substitute when absent
- Actively participate in referral exchange
- Support the growth of the Alliance
Members are also expected to invite at least 6 visitors per year.
Meeting Details
Meetings are held:
- Second and Fourth Tuesday of each month
8:45 AM – 10:00 AM - Tri-Lakes Chamber Community Meeting House
300 CO-105, Monument, Colorado
Meetings are not held on holidays or when D38 schools are delayed or closed due to weather.
Annual Dues
Annual membership dues are $100 per calendar year. These dues cover the cost of Alliance events, venue fees, website hosting costs, and any other costs associated with executing on the group’s mission.
Dues are payable upon acceptance and are non-refundable.
Who is Good Fit for MBA?
MBA is ideal for professionals who:
- Value structured networking over casual mingling
- Are willing to both give and receive referrals
- Maintain high professional standards
- Seek long-term trusted relationships
- Are committed to growing their business locally
- Understand business networking is not about selling to the room
