group88 Partners
Part of the group88 mission includes connecting our members with resources and local businesses that can provide reliable, topnotch service for indies on the go. Partners include: We Care Computers, Brightegg, Farmington Valley Organizers, Self-Marketer Resources, Pulse Media Response, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, LLC Express, Jumpstart Creative and Send Out Cards.
Verification is required to receive group88 discounts from partners. Want to become a partner? Contact Alina Duncan at info@group88.us.
Business: We Care Computers, LLC
Type: Computer service and support
Owners: Avi Smith-Rapaport and Tahl Smith-Rapaport
Based: West Hartford, CT
Contact: 1 860.836.4191; info@wecarecomputers.com
We Care Computers, LLC, provides professional, on-site and virtual computer services for small businesses, solo professionals and road warriors. We service all PC and Mac systems. Instead of waiting on hold for the big guys, call us for immediate, quality service. We care to create a positive experience with fast response time, on-site service, quality work and fair pricing.
group88 discount: 25% off your first hour of any service. Discount applies to first time services rendered only. Hardware is non-applicable.
Business: Brightegg
Type: Small business web development
Owners: Jim Kieffer, Leo Pellerin and Ryan Rose
Based: Tolland, CT
Contact: 1 860.730.2631; info@brightegg.com
Brightegg enables businesses to build, manage and market a feature-rich, highly professional website at a cost-effective price. Joined by a community of talented designers, Brightegg helps small organizations grow their business online without spending thousands of dollars or hiring a full-time programmer, web designer and marketing expert.
group88 discount: 10 percent off yearly subscription fee (coupon code available from group88 at time of sign-up)
FARMINGTON VALLEY ORGANIZING
Business: FARMINGTON VALLEY ORGANIZING
Type: Professional Organizing
Owner: Linda Pulford
Based: New Hartford, CT
Contact: 1 860.558.1747; FVO@Charter.net
Are you an Inny or an Outy? It makes a difference at FARMINGTON VALLEY ORGANIZING. Organizing approaches are not one size fits all, so we take the time to figure out what works for you. We specialize in Small Business and Residential organizing, organizing assessments, personal plans, group workshops, time management consulting, whole house organizing, executor assistance and more. We can assist or do it all if you don't have the time. Let us help you, so you can have more time for the things you enjoy.
group88 discount: $20 off your first organizing session (cannot be combined with other discounts).
Business:
Self-Marketer Resources LLC
Type: Marketing material creation and expertise
Owners: Nancy Simonds and Cheryl Dauphin
Based: South Windsor, CT
Contact: 1 860.291.8447; info@self-marketer.com
Self-Marketer Resources LLC helps small business and non-profit organizations create professional marketing materials by applying the trusted tools of big design agencies. Through hands-on workshops and learning guides, Cheryl and Nancy combine their graphic design and writing expertise to empower novices to create more professional-looking brochures, postcards, newsletters and other marketing materials. From identifying target audiences to preparing projects for print, Nancy and Cheryl are the self-marketer’s best resource for producing polished, audience-engaging materials.
group88 discount: $4.95 off the cover price of Nancy and Cheryl’s book, A Tool Chest for Self-Marketers: Self-Help for Promoting Your Company's Promotional Materials. Cover price is $18.95. group88 member price: $14 including sales tax.
Business: Pulse Media Response LLC
Type: Text Messaging and Mobile Marketing Solutions
Owner: Robert Flynn
Based: Windsor Locks
Contact: 1 877.847.8573 x 701; flynnr@sendapulse.com; Text 88SITE to 78573
Pulse Media Response LLC provides Text Messaging and Mobile Marketing solutions that extend your advertising reach and increase the effectiveness and measurability of all of your existing advertising, from print and radio ads to direct mail and outdoor advertisements. By working with Pulse Media Response, you can increase the response rate to ALL of your advertising, measure offline campaigns and create a permanent and convenient channel for customer contact.
group88 discount: $50 off the set-up fee.
Business: New Horizons
Type: Computer Learning Center and Training
Contact: Bryan Cozart
Based: Bloomfield
Contact: 1 860.768.3777; bcozart@nhhartford.com
New Horizons Computer Learning Center is the world leader in computer training. Located in Bloomfield, we offer classroom, virtual, mentor and onsite training that fits even the busiest of schedules. For small organizations, New Horizons offers a wide selection of technical classes, certification packages, the latest desktop application titles and tailored solutions to help you execute real-world business projects. The success of our customers is realized through training classes, but the foundation of New Horizons is based on inspiring students and companies to become more productive and successful in their daily activities.
group88 discount: 10% off of list price.
Business: LLC Express Connecticut
Type: All-inclusive Filing for LLCs
Owner: Attorney Judy Gedge
Based: Simsbury, CT
Contact: 1 860.539.4979; judy.gedge@gedgelaw.com
LLC Express provides one-stop shopping and one week or less turnaround to set up your Connecticut limited liability company (LLC). The cost for this service is $350, plus Connecticut state filing fees (typically $60-85). This LLC Express service is for single member LLCs (an LLC with 1 owner) but other legal services are provided for businesses with more than one owner. More info and legal tips provided at Judy’s website.
group88 discount: Complimentary copy of Judy's book, A Legal Road Map for Consultants.
Business:Jumpstart Creative
Type: Graphic Design Service
Owner: Robin Towle-Fecso
Based: Simsbury, CT
Contact: 1 860.214.0874; robin@click2jumpstart.com
Whether you need to "jump" your small business to the next level or are a solo that needs a great "start," Jumpstart Creative is there to help your business succeed! From print to web, we provide a full creative service for your brand as well as a dynamic customer support that leaves you feeling like you are a part of the team. Be sure to ask about our Client Incentive Program!
group88 discount: 10% off your first bill
Business: SendOutCards
Type: Personalized Greeting Cards
Manager: Chip Janiszewski
Based: Avon, CT
Contact: 1 860.673.4006; chip@chipj.com
SendOutCards allows you to send a card shop quality greeting card to one or hundreds with the click of a mouse. Choose from 12,000+ cards or upload images to create your own. We print, stuff, address, stamp and mail cards to your database of contacts or just one person. SendOutCards helps you keep existing clients and prospect for new ones just by showing them you care - and your cost is less than $1/card (plus postage). A little follow up goes a long way!
group88 discount: $50 cash rebate on wholesale packages and above. Call Chip for a free demo.