RPCN: Rochester Professional Consultants Network

Need help explaining what you do? At the beginning of every meeting, you get to practice your elevator pitch to a bunch of friendly faces.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER

2026 Entrepreneurs Wall Of Fame Awards
12-2pm Wednesday 2026-05-13
Red Fedele's Brook House

Register at https://rochesterconsultants.org/event-6631056

Please join us at at our 2026 Entrepreneurs Wall of Fame Awards Luncheon, where individuals will be honored in each of six categories.

Community Champion
John Adams
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadams52/

Leadership Award
Simeon Banister
https://www.linkedin.com/in/simeon-banister-6638269a/

Entrepreneur of the Year
Lauren Goetz
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmgoetz/

Linda Halliburton Friend of RPCN Award
Wayne France
https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynefrance/

Dave Young Dedicated Service Award
Frank Crombe
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fcrombe/

President’s Award
Joyce Curran
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyce-curran-74222840/

A detailed description of each award category is available at https://www.rochesterconsultants.org/Wall-of-Fame

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

Gold: Dawn Nowak, Keller Williams Realty
http://www.dawnsoldanother.com/

Silver: Jonathan Rosenfeld, Innovating Edge Inc
https://innovatingedge.com/

Silver: Kimberly (Kim) Miller Wilborn, Solutions Partners Inc
http://www.solutionpartnersinc.com/

Master of Ceremonies: Theresa Marsenburg
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-marsenburg-21140b9/

We've been through it all before, so don't be afraid to ask us questions. Our Business Forums and Enhancing Human Capital Deep Dives can help you understand your clients better.

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Let’s Make LinkedIn Feel Simple Again
8am Friday 2026-05-08 - In-Person + Online via Zoom

Learn how to actually use LinkedIn effectively.

If LinkedIn has ever felt overwhelming or unclear, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll take the mystery out of LinkedIn in a friendly, simple, low-pressure way. You’ll walk away knowing what your profile really needs, who to connect with, and how to show up more confidently without feeling like you must do everything perfectly. It’s a practical, encouraging session for anyone who wants to use LinkedIn more comfortably and effectively.

Register at https://rochesterconsultants.org/event-6669555

Hybrid -- online via Zoom -- in person at 2800 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616

Key Takeaways:
-- What LinkedIn really is (and how to actually use it)
-- The 5 must-haves your profile needs
-- How to show up in a way that feels natural to you

Presenter: Michelle Arbore
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellearbore/

Are you ready to find your strength? Come and network with us for the support, expertise, and community you need to truly thrive.

36 Years of Consulting Excellence in Rochester

In 1990, Ian (Ted) Fraser saw a need: independent consultants in Rochester needed a place to exchange ideas, share expertise, and support one another. That vision became the Rochester Professional Consultants Network (RPCN).

What started as a small group of local professionals has grown into a powerhouse of diversified consultants serving clients worldwide. From our Friday morning forums to our deep-dive workshops, we’ve spent three decades helping solopreneurs and experts move from "experience to enterprise."

We aren't just a networking group; we're an educational 501(c)(3) dedicated to the professional growth of our members. Whether you’re a veteran consultant or just starting your journey, RPCN provides the framework to build a premier business.

Join us this Friday and become part of the history we’re still writing.

rochesterconsultants.org

Calling All Experts: We Need Your Voice!

RPCN is looking for speakers for our next round of professional workshops and forums. If you have a unique perspective on business optimization or emerging industry trends, we want to give you the floor.

Connect with Rochester’s leading consultants.

Educate the next generation of business leaders.

Grow your professional presence within our network.

Don't just attend the next meeting, lead it. Inquire about speaking opportunities today!

Get started at https://rochesterconsultants.org/call_for_speakers

2026 Entrepreneurs Wall Of Fame Awards
12-2pm Wednesday 2026-05-13

Red Fedele's Brook House

Please join us at at our 2026 Entrepreneurs Wall of Fame Awards Luncheon, where individuals will be honored in each of six categories.

Register at https://rochesterconsultants.org/event-6631056

Community Champion
John Adams
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadams52/

Leadership Award
Simeon Banister
https://www.linkedin.com/in/simeon-banister-6638269a/

Entrepreneur of the Year
Lauren Goetz
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmgoetz/

Linda Halliburton Friend of RPCN Award
Wayne France
https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynefrance/

Dave Young Dedicated Service Award
Frank Crombe
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fcrombe/

President’s Award
Joyce Curran
https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyce-curran-74222840/

A detailed description of each award category is available at https://www.rochesterconsultants.org/Wall-of-Fame

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

Gold: Dawn Nowak, Keller Williams Realty
http://www.dawnsoldanother.com/

Silver: Jonathan Rosenfeld, Innovating Edge Inc
https://innovatingedge.com/

Silver: Kimberly (Kim) Miller Wilborn, Solutions Partners Inc
http://www.solutionpartnersinc.com/

Master of Ceremonies: Theresa Marsenburg
https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-marsenburg-21140b9/

Tech Forum + Technology Adventures
8am Friday 2026-05-01 - In-Person + Online via Zoom

Technology moves fast, but you don't have to go it alone. Let’s leverage our collective expertise to solve our technology challenges.

Bring your questions about computers, your internet service, mobile apps, telephones, or any other technology. During the first half of the meeting, we'll help each other solve tech-related issues.

For the second half of the meeting, we'll switch over to what we call “Our Technology Adventures”. It’s an opportunity for you to talk about new technology you’ve recently started using and the things you find helpful about that technology.

Register here: https://rochesterconsultants.org/event-6667502

This will be a hybrid event where you can attend via Zoom or in-person at 2800 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14616.

Examples of topics that have been discussed:
- knowing when it's time to upgrade your computer
- pros and cons of various cell phones
- how to share a post on social media
- how to set up audio/video equipment
- what can be made with a 3-d printer
- how to do various things in Excel or Google Docs
- how to set up a reliable backup system for your computer
- how artificial intelligence such as Chat GPT works

It's friendly, fresh, and open to all !

Facilitator: Dave Bassett
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davebassett/