Frequently Asked Questions

Are your meetings accessible to deaf or hard of hearing individuals?

Yes, at Sage Circle Alliance, we are committed to inclusivity and accessibility in all of our virtual meetings. We recognize the importance of ensuring that every participant, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing, can fully engage and benefit from our discussions. To achieve this, we provide real-time captioning services and note taking for all our virtual meetings, striving to eliminate communication barriers. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued, and where everyone can actively participate in our conversations.

• Where will we focus our efforts?

Creating a unified voice among members. We have a list of potential focus areas, but this is dependent on member interest.

• How will we know we’ve achieved our goal?

• Analytics, growth of the association, membership growth, financial growth, projects completed, manuscripts published.

How is it funded?

Member dues, programs, donations, sponsorships, grants, merch sales.

• Will it be ok for members to make business offerings to other members?

• Yes, and it is encouraged.

• What is the leadership structure?

• Leadership will be shared. A leadership group to be created. To be discussed. 

If a member obtains a sponsorship, are they entitled to a percentage of monies brought in?

Yes, we encourage it. Percentage to be determined.

What are benefits of membership?

• Business growth 

• Leadership opportunity

• Connecting with experts in similar and other types of businesses

• Developing a sense of identification with the organization thus strengthening WFPB support and advocacy

• Membership Expectations?

• Every SCA member must be part of a small group 

• Create a place that SCA and all members get announced as a connection, on your website and social media, ASAP

• Cross-promote other members 

• Add individual SCA members to our email lists

• Alert and direct Leadership group to funding opportunities 

• Be on the lookout for new members