CEO Space New Member Orientation

NEW MEMBER
ORIENTATION

Learn about your membership benefits,
and how to access them.

Tips for Leveraging your time at the forum.
Planning; know what to do before you arrive.

Be a part of the Grad Lecturing Program.

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CONTENT

3 Conference Collection Product
4 Membership Benefits
6 The CEO Space Culture
8 Innisbrook Perks
9 Forum Planning
12 Grad Lecturing Program
13 Get The Most Out of Forum
18 CEO Space Career Opportunity
19 Faculty Complaint Process
20 Platinum Membership
21 CEO Space In The Media

As founder of CEO Space I extend my heart felt On behalf of the entire CEO Space community, I’d
welcome to you. Over 30 years ago, I envisioned like to take this opportunity to welcome you as a
a cooperative, collaborative business environment new member.
that would accelerate business goals and transform
futures. At CEO Space we strive to provide a safer
environment to network in; to be vulnerable and
Following the lessons of my father Alan Dohrmann, speak freely about where you are, where you want to
who helped to found the human potential industry go, and what’s needed to get there.
many years ago, he taught his nine children that
the most precious commodity in any lifetime is our Our goal is to bring resources and information that
future. empowers you to move and grow through the step-
by-step goals that will take you to your final vision
Through his many lessons I’ve learned it takes for your business, and your life.
something really powerful to move us out of our own
mediocrity and into the extraordinary potential we’re We’re so grateful you’ve made the choice to be apart
all capable of achieving. As forward thinkers we’re to of our life’s purpose and vision. Welcome to the
remain uncomfortable in stepping outside the daily community, we’re so happy you’re here!
routines. September Dohrmann, President & CEO

The CEO Space community provides an opportunity
to truly transform your future outcomes when
attending with an open heart and a teachable spirit.

I welcome you to the lifetime membership resource
you now own. I assure you, that you have given
yourself our best work in what I call the great gift of
transforming a better future for your life.
Berny Dohrmann, Founder

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THE CEO SPACE
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MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS

A REAL WORLD BUSINESS EDUCATION

With new content each forum you’ll experience new content every time
you return. As a member you also have access to various podcast, a free
blog where you’ll learn a wide variety of topics, such as branding and
brand strategies, inbound marketing techniques and processes, social
media strategies, video marketing, direct marketing, leadership and
communication skills, team development, non-profit and grants, business
strategy, capital strategy, Investor presentation skills, publication processes
and marketing, hiring techniques, personal image consulting, trademark,
copyright, patents, intellectual property laws and practices, corporate veil,
and much, much more.

FREE BONUS CLASSES FOR LIFE

New members and graduates are welcome to attend the
free Bonus classes on the Monday prior to the start of
the forum. These classes focus on the legalities of raising
capital for your business and are constantly updated to
reflect changes in the laws issued by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (SEC), which CEO Space is very
involved with on a government level.

FREE ACCESS TO GRAD WEEKEND FOR LIFE

The second half of each forum (Thursday pm - Saturday pm), CEO
Space graduates have the opportunity to attend at no cost. (we call it
Grad Weekend)

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UNPARALLELED NETWORKING

Our forums are designed with relationship building in mind. In
addition to our weekend Expo, we schedule 1.5 to 2-hour meal
meetings two times each day for four days, during which members
can break bread with faculty members and peers.

IN-ROOM PRESENTATIONS

Want to present your product or service in even
greater detail? Every evening you can host an In-room
Presentations for deeper exposure to your business and
current project to share what you’re ready to receive
next.

COMMUNITY CULTURE

Our organization is comprised of like-minded professionals in all
genres of business who are ready to engage cooperatively to share
knowledge and resources with each other.
No Selling Policy. We’ll never pressure you to buy more than you’ve
already signed up for, and all education is complete during the
class; you’ll never have to buy a product to “do it at home.”

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you’ve participated fully; attended all the sessions,
the meal tables, had personal appointments with the
Faculty members of your choice, networked and you’re
not happy with your experience by the end of the week,
you may request a refund. (less the cost of your meals
and materials fee of $1,000.)

MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS
Would you like more people in your circle share this
unparalleled experience with you, and build your future on
a cooperative foundation? We offer discount membership
rates for Business Partners, Teammates, Spouses and
Family members.

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THE CEO SPACE
CULTURE

Our Mission, Purpose
and 9 Core Values.

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THE CEO SPACE
CULTURE

The CEO Space culture is While Cooperative Capitalism 04 We’re extremely selective
what powers our mission, and uses accountability, about our teams. We choose
provides the framework for recognition, reward and to work with people who can
our teams to deliver their best celebration that results in teach something and who
work. organizations maximizing their continually seek to raise the
performances. averages.
It’s a set of shared beliefs,
values and practices that CEO SPACE HAS 9 CORE 05 We encourage a positive
defines who we are, and VALUES. team spirit. Collaboration
guides us to who we aspire to and cooperation is separated
be. 01 We’re very passionate from hierarchy. So regardless
about our mission and of title, everyone puts in the
Our mission is to help purpose. effort and hard work to make
entrepreneurs and their teams the details come together.
flourish by cooperatively 02 We’re obsessive about
sharing knowledge and delivering an awesome 06 We embrace change
resources with each other. experience. Most of the with innovation. Change is
time, like 90%, is focused constant, and we’re able to
Our purpose is to transform on elevating our customers conceptualize issues that
competitive capitalism, to experience. change often brings and turn
cooperative capitalism. them into solutions that are
03 We’re enthusiastic about useful and simplistic.
What is competitive accomplishing our business
capitalism? goals. We rely on our business 07 We’re hungry to grow and
metrics to earn the resources learn. We embrace ongoing
We define it as an operating needed to further our mission. education and big challenges
system that uses fear, truthfully and realistically as
punishment & exploitation. we believe that every situation
holds an opportunity to learn
something new.

08 We embrace transparency.
Transparency is a key element
to a cooperative culture in
keeping everything clear and
everyone in the know.

09 We believe in balanced
lifestyles. We work under
freedom of lifestyle with
an awareness of our
responsibilities.

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CEO Space and Innisbrook Resort are excited to provide you with an excellent experience
while staying at the Innisbrook property during the CEO Space forums.

When you book inside the CEO Space room block you’ll receive the following benefits:

All sleeping rooms are executive suite for the room rate of a normal hotel room.
Executive Suites offer 750 square feet of space, feature either one king or two queen beds, a
private bathroom, a comfortable living area, a kitchenette plus a private balcony or patio.

Guarantee sleeping room location
Because Innisbrook sets in the middle of 900 acres, we’re ensuring all members are within
walking distance, or quick shuttle service to and from the sleeping rooms and conference hall.

Priority shuttle service
When members reserve their room in the CEO Space block you’ll receive priority shuttle
service. The wait time is the same as the average elevator.

Daily resort fee of is waived

10% Salamander Spa discount (This is a heavenly spa! A must experience!)

Hotel Registration Sleeping Room Salamander Spa

NOTE
Innisbrook does not contract with third-party booking agencies and does not participate in
discounted room programs that offer lower room rates than what’s listed on the Innisbrook

website. Only CEO Space has a contract for discounted rooms.
By booking with a third-party the risk is the reservation will not be honored.

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FORUM

PLANNING

GET CONNECTED TO THE COMMUNITY
Facebook Members Only Page: ceo space members only
Facebook: Main Page: ceospaceinternational
Twitter: @ceospace

RESERVE YOUR HOTEL ROOM
You can make your hotel reservation through the CEO Space website under the Member
Info tab at ceospaceinternational.com
Be sure to reserve well in advance; rooms fill-up quickly 3 weeks out. The hotel block
closes 3 days prior to the start of each forum.
When booking you room online:
• Click “Book a Room”
• Select Check-in and Check-out dates
• Number of rooms, and adults
• Then click “Search”
If the Online reservation shows sold out, call the hotel directly at 888-794-8627 to
reserve your room in the CEO Space room block.

TIP
ROOM SHARING
If you’d like to share a room, you can post an invite or make a request on Facebook
at: facebook.com/groups/CEOspaceRoomShare/
Also, check with your Club President, they may know other members who are
looking to share.

BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS
We recommend flying into Tampa International Airport (TPA). The airport is about 25
miles from Innisbrook Golf Resort & Spa

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SHUTTLE DETAILS: FOUR OPTIONS

1 SUPER SHUTTLE | $30 EACH WAY
Super Shuttle has a contract with Innisbrook for transportation direct from airport to
resort with no stops. Please contact Jessica Barnes at 727-712-5943, for assistance.

2 EXECUTIVE LEVEL TRANSPORTATION | $30 EACH WAY
SUV or Towncar pickup - This option must be reserved at least 48 hours in advance by
going to: https://form.jotform.com/cmurwin/ceo-conference-transportation-form.

MEETING THE SHUTTLE DRIVER
Tampa International Airport is a smaller airport than some but it is convenient and easy
to find your way around. TPA is unique in the way its terminals are designed especially
for airport transfers. You can meet your airport shuttle outside of the baggage claim
area in the landside terminal.

3 AIRPORT TAXI OR UBER
Taxi’s can be hired at the airport, and Urber can be order while you’re waiting for your
bags in baggage claim.

4 RIDE SHARE
We have a Ride Share Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/
CEOspaceRideShare/

Regardless of which option you choose, be sure to have the following information ready:
• Pickup/drop off times
• Airline and flight number
• Date and time of arrival and departure
• Cell phone number

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Book your departure trip to the airport at the same time you reserve your arrival shuttle.

BRING SUPPLIES FOR THE SATURDAY EXPO
Faculty and members will have the ability to purchase booths at the Expo. This is an
excellent place to showcase your products, prototypes,and meet with faculty for a
deeper exploration in to their products and/or services.

TIPS

DRESS
Most members dress in business casual.

MEAL OPTIONS
The networking meals Tuesday through Friday, lunch and dinner, are buffet style.
We offer a standard protein and a vegan Gluten free option for each. If you have a
specific food allergy, please notify us at [email protected] at least
one week prior to the start of forum. We will work with you and the hotel to best
accommodate your food allergy.

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CREATE AN IN-ROOM PRESENTATIONS
In-Room presentations are a great way to deliver a fill presentation of your
product, service, or idea. Develop a Keynote (30 to 45 mins) that clearly explains
what you’re doing, and what you’re ready to receive next. Be sure to create time
for Q&A.
If your focus is raising capital, be sure to attend the Capital classes all week to
learn about the legal compliances of raising capital.
In-Room presentations are set up in your sleeping room. You can connect your
laptop computer to the large TV; be sure to bring an adapter and a remote.
Prepare invitation cards for your In-Room presentation before coming to the
forum. Communicate simply and clearly what you’re presenting and leave blank
spaces for room number, date, and time to fill in once you arrive and have your
schedule. (sample below) Then post your presentation card on the magnetic board
outside the ballroom for others to know about, as well as passing them out as
you’re networking.
You may choose to have snacks for your presentation. Popular items are chips and
dip, pizza, or wine and cheese. (always water)

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Because of the way Innisbrook is set up it’s best to inform the members who want
to attend your in-room presentation to meet you in the foyer, and then shuttle over
to your room together.

The Business Growth Forum

What We Do
- Accelerate business Growth
- Foster New Skills and Teams
- Raise Capital inside the Space
Join us to explore the membership benfits
and investment opportunities.

Room:
Date:
Time:
Text me at xxx.xxx.xxxx
WE HAVE MILK AND COOKIES :)

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GRAD LECTURING
PROGRAM

We’re excited to offer a new program for CEO Space Grads!
We’re looking for business owners who are experts in their field who have knowledge to

share with their fellow CEO Space members. Be a part of redefining how people work
together cooperatively and expanding our culture.

What You Need To Know
Be a guest speaker in a workshop at forum

Brain tithing (no selling rules apply)
Opportunity to share your knowledge with the community

What we offer
Meal table hosting
Special recognition
Opportunity to become a faculty member

Requirements
Must be a CEO Space member
Must be available for the entire forum

Complete an application
Complete vetting process

To submit an application go to: ceospaceinternational.com/lecturer

GET THE MOST
OUT OF THE
FORUM

Onsite Registration
Onsite Support Teams
Meal Tables
Workshops
General Sessions
SNAP
Mentorship
Tools
YEP! Young Entreprenuers Program

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ONSITE REGISTRATION Faculty and Mentors

Registration opens Tuesday Faculty Members are those

morning at 8am who are teaching in the WORKSHOPS

current event, and Mentors The schedule lists the Faculty

There, you’ll sign a Non- are faculty who have taught at who are teaching with their

Disclosure Agreement (NDA); past events. profession or business listed.

this agreement simply protects

each member’s ideas and IP, Our Faculty Members go GENERAL SESSIONS

and receive a name badge, as through a qualification and These are the general sessions;

well as a schedule. training process before which are usually required

they can provide education attendance. Friday morning

The NDA is intended to regarding their area of is a very special session and

protect all members as expertise. should not be missed.

members will sometimes

discuss their projects

and they may not have “Plussing is a constructive NOTE: Handouts from
Intellectual Property each class will be
Protection in place yet. way of offering positive available after the forum

Staff members monitor advice or ideas.” for you to download at
badges for access to all ceospaceinternational.com/

sessions. afterclass.

ONSITE SUPPORT TEAMS MEAL TABLES MENTORSHIP
Meal tables begin Tuesday at Private meetings are about
Forum Staff lunch. receiving specific value.
Take a mental pictures of the
friendly people at the session Find the Faculty member’s It’s best to explain what you
doors and ushering members table you want to sit at and wants to accomplish by having
around the hotel. This team put your belongings on a chair the meeting.
is here to help you locate a to reserve your seat, and then
session, find a seat, help with get your food. Keep an open mind to
lost and found, hotel room feedback, insights and useful
location, help with things in Arrive about 15 minutes early if advise that you can do
the sessions; anything like that. you’d like first access when the something with.
doors open.
To keep everything on time With that in mind, here’s a list
we need each session cleared The Faculty member will of private meeting dimensions
quickly to allow time to lead the table discussion. to be mindful of:
freshen the room. Be sure to Each member is asked to say
take all your belongings with his or her SNAP or elevator - State the allotted time slot
you, even during breaks. pitch. The Faculty and other - Confirm the meeting location
members may offer to “Plus” - Share phone numbers
Home Office Staff you on your SNAP. - Define deliverables and
This team produces expectations
your forum and can help “Plussing” is a constructive - Be on time both with
with questions such as way of offering positive beginning and ending your
membership, accounting, advice or ideas, and at some meetings
career inquiries, faculty point you may not want to be
questions, hotel questions, “Plussed” anymore. Thats OK - *New Members are
feedback, product questions, let them know you’re satisfied encouraged to attend classes.
etc. with your SNAP as it is. By not attending classes, you
risk the ability to exercises the
TIP: You can request an money back guarantee option.
appointment with the faculty
member at your table too.

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SNAP

Super Networking Accelerates
Potential
One of the most important things
you’ll do this week is perfect your
“SNAP”.

A SNAP is a powerfully condensed
request that compels desired
results. The purpose is to be
crystal clear about what you need,
or want next for your business.

A SNAP is shared when you first meet someone. The conversation sounds something like “What are
you doing, and how may I help you?” You answer with a SNAP.

There’s more than one way to communicate a SNAP, with your objective being to appeal to the
majority, and not everyone.
- Meal Tables
- SNAP the Game

Meals are where you practice to perfect, with time for feedback and polishing.
SNAP on Tuesday and Saturday is about language only; no time for feedback.

CRAFTING YOUR SNAP
SNAP consist of 3 parts:
1) A powerful Statement that outlines the challenge/problem and size of market.
(opportunity, size of the market and/or the dollars involved)

2) What you do and how your stakeholders are going to benefit.
(profit and return on investment (ROI))

3) What are you ready to receive next.
This part is primarily about resources.
(team members, legal compliance, strategy, planning, branding, marketing etc.)

TIPS
SNAP(ing) for capital should happen later in the week. The first part of the week is about
building rapport and gaining clarity and certainty on what you need next in your business.

During the meal table include “credibility factors”, such as winning a Grammy, Emmy, Best Seller,
currently distributing worldwide, practiced in this area for 20+ years, etc.

The goal of crating a crisp SNAP is to collect useful See Me Cards to follow up on.

For SNAP on Tuesday and Saturday wear comfortable shoes.

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CEO Space’s Young Entrepreneur Program (YEP!) is Teens are taught new skills that span a variety of
a program specifically designed for teens and young success areas, among them:
adults (ages 15 – 19) that builds the foundation for
the next generation of business leaders. • Sequencing and Project Planning
• Team building and execution
YEP! is a week long intensive program that focuses • The power of request
on providing teens with a foundation in financial lit- • Integrity contracts with family, friends, and oneself.
eracy, entrepreneurship, leadership, networking and • Skills for repairing integrity contracts
team building. • Accountability in agreements
• Effective study habits passionate lifelong learning
YEP! utilizes Super Teaching technology which is a • Better communication skills
proven mechanism to advance learning retention. • How to improve self-esteem
Super Teaching is Title 1 qualified technology that • Business basics
automates the information delivery system designed • Financial Literacy & Practical Money Management
to help enhance learner retention in any class room • Entrepreneurship
mission. Teens are placed into High Performance • Cooperative problem solving
teams made of up their peers to help them perform • And much more
at their highest levels, including added personalized
mentorship from expert speakers and past Teen At CEO Space, we encourage every teen and young
graduates. adult to approach life with a single philosophy: “If
you can dream it, you can achieve it.”
Lessons are taught by using actual team-oriented
projects, instilling a passion for leadership, cooper-
ation and teamwork. There are no cliques; there are
no divisions; everyone works together.

Bring us your young adults, and we’ll return to you the leaders of tomorrow.

- Berny Dohrmann, Founder CEO Space International and Young Entrepreneur Program

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| TOOLS |

SEE ME CARDS

See Me Cards are used to connect with each other and to pass on
connections.

You can find them located on the meal tables and in the general sessions.

Take a stack anytime and prepare them with your pre-printed labels or,
handwrite them legibly.

When someone SNAP’s either one of two things will happen:
1) Give or receive a See Me card based off what solution can be provided
or 2) Say “I’ll scout for you”. This means you don’t have a solution, but you’ll introduce a potential
solution if you come across an opportunity that might be a solution. You’ll be amazed at how you’ll
remember everyone’s projects throughout the week!

It’s important to fill in the appropriate option:

a) I am your solution. You can help the person directly.
b) I have influence on. You know someone and make a direct connection.
c) I have access to. You have the ability to connect to a 3rd party to make a connection.

* Be sure to make a note as to what the solution may be, as a reminder for when you connect later.

There is a “priority” box on the cards; these are cards you’ll want to follow up with during the week.

Give and receive the cards wisely. Take each other’s projects seriously and don’t give cards to give
false hope - allow the right solutions to show up for each other.

LABELS
We recommend printing labels with your headshot and contact information for your See Me Cards. Its
makes it easier to read, identify you, and saves you time hand writing the information.

You have the option to order labels at class with your headshot; the cost is $50 for 140 labels.

CLASS DIRECTORY
A Class Directory is compiled for each forum. It’s an important reference tool for when you return
home. The cost is $48.

When you arrive, go to the Directory Room where you’ll enter your contact information as well as
what your business is, and what you’re looking for next. (near registration)

The Directory Room is open Tuesday to Wednesday.

You can bring a headshot with you on a thumb drive, or have one taken.

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LOOKING FOR A DYNAMIC &
REWARDING OPPORTUNITY?

We’re looking for independent sales representatives to help entrepreneurs and business owners
discover how the CEO Space community will support the growth of their business through a
Lifetime Membership to five Business Growth Conferences a year.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Earn Great Money: The more you sell, the more you earn.
Getting Started is Easy: Signing up is quick & easy – no experience required!
Get Paid Daily: Get checks deposited into your bank account daily.

REQUIREMENTS
You have a positive team spirit.

You thrive on recognition.
You love having data to guide your sales.

You believe in a balanced lifestyle.

WHAT WE OFFER
Training: We’ll train you on proven systems to support your success.
An Awesome Product: That truly helps people grow their business.

Affordable: $60 for materials to get started.
No Cap: On how much you can earn.
Fast: Start making money in days.

To submit an application go to: ceospaceinternational.com/sales-team

New Member Orientation Guide

Faculty Complaint Process

In the unlikely event that a member has had a negative experience
with a faculty member, CEO Space has a Faculty Complaint Process in
place to give you a chance to be heard, help eliminate any disputes and
provide cooperative, creative solutions.

CEO Space has a reputation HOW THE PROCESS WORKS 04 If there’s no other
for being a safe place to do 01 As soon as FIT receives a information needed, the
business, and we do our best written complaint via the online designated FIT team will have
to make sure that reputation is complaint form, everyone conversations with both parties
maintained. In addition to our involved is informed of the to hear both sides.
Subject Matter Expert Vetting, complaint and a “timeout” in
we also have a Faculty Integrity attending CEO Space events 05 After the calls, if there’s no
Team (FIT). (forms and local gatherings) is additional information needed,
issued until the complaint case FIT will craft a recommendation
The Faculty Integrity Team is closed. on how to resolve the issue.
(Known as FIT) is a committee
of faculty members and 02 A FIT meeting will be set These recommendations are
company directors who and the complaint is shared not binding, and members are
have volunteered to address with all FIT members. The goal encouraged to seek amicable
concerns about faculty and for this meeting is to create resolutions at any stage in the
mentors, including their a team of 3 people that are process.
assistants. available and have no conflict
of interest to be on the team. The timeout is lifted when
If a faculty member is accused the case closes, and FIT has
of violating any CEO Space 03 We’ll inform the faculty reviewed the level in which the
policies or taking advantage member, and the member as to faculty member, and member
of a member or any direct who the FIT members are for have participated. This review
grievance, the issue will be their case, and we’ll begin to will determine if the faculty
addressed by the FIT. collect what’s needed: member, and member are
still a fit for the CEO Space
The role of FIT is to facilitate a - A signed agreement with the community.
win/win solution. FIT’s role is executed, or non-executed
not in deciding right or wrong, portions defined The complete process can take
or in providing legal advice to up-to 6 weeks to complete.
any party. - A stated resolution the
member is hoping for Must Remember:
The most common reason
- Evidence of good-faith conflicts arise is poorly
attempts to move towards a negotiated contracts or lack of
resolution a contract altogether. Be sure
to always have an agreement
in place before any work is
preformed.

To file a faculty complaint go to: http://welcome.ceospaceinternational.com/facultycomplaint

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P L AT I N U M

BECOME A PLATINUM MEMBER AND ENJOY
SPECIAL LIFETIME BENEFITS.

Want a more cost effective way to utilize your lifetime membership? By joining the Elite Platinum Program, you can
attend every week-long conference in its entirety, at no additional tuition* – for life.

PLATINUMS ALSO RECEIVE:

• Identified Exclusive Community • Private Catered Meals
• Peer-to-Peer Networking
• Advanced Platinum Classes • Platinum SNAP
• First Access to Keynotes & Meals
• Platinum Exclusive Coaching Meals • Coaching Calls Between Conferences
• Exclusive Access to VIP Events
• Reserved Seating in Super Teaching • 25% Discount on all Product Sales
• Stage Recognition during week
• Exclusive Meal Tables • Graduate Tuition Waived* ($1995)

• Free Conference Collection ($346)

• Free Expo Booth ($350)

Annual Value $9,455


To b e come a Pl at inum Memb er or to f ind out more infor mat ion, conne c t w it h your club president or
reach out to one of our executive team members at [email protected]

I’ve been a Platinum member of CEO Space since 2012. I’ve found this platform extremely valuable to my business as well as my
personal learning of business principles. Their forums held 5 times a year prove to be powerful and uplifting for what I am in need
of at that time. Nearly half of my company that I’ve built around myself is using individuals and businesses that I have met through
CEO Space events. I fully endorse and recommend CEO Space. - Aaron Johnson

Currently, the investment for Platinum Membership starts at $40,000.
* Meal fee applies

CEO SPACE

IN THE MEDIA

Forbes.com 2018
Inc.com 2017

Forbes.com 2017
Inc.com 2017

Forbes.com 2016
Inc.com 2016

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IN THE MEDIA FOR 2018

6 ‘Can’t Miss’ Conferences For Entrepreneurs In 2018

... This is an unofficial list I’ve created on the basis of quality of attendees, avoidance of hard selling,
social responsibility, and positive results for those who’ve attended...
On these notes, my picks are as follows:
1. CEO Space. Now in its 30th year, this event is billed as a business growth accelerator conference.
It addresses entrepreneurs of all ages at its five annual 5-day events, located from December 2017
forward at the Innisbrook Resort in Tampa, Fla. Traditionally, the benefits of CEO Space have included
Total Capital Education on topics ranging from legal compliance to investor presentations, tax and
strategic planning, marketing, branding, social media and sales. All presenting faculty members are
vetted for verification as Subject Matter Experts through a due diligence process conducted by
Avent-Guard.com. Moving into 2018, however, the organization is stepping up its game to another
arena. In an interview with CEO September Dohrmann, she highlighted the following milestones for
2018:
CEO September Dohrmann and Founder Berny Dohrmann are the husband and wife team behind
CEO Space International.
The institution of a new board and re-vamped club president and sales programs that the company
anticipates will result in 400 percent community growth in 2018.
A new online directory and Membership App increases members’ ability to network between forums.
New members and initiatives in arenas that include cryptocurrency, nano-treated coal for clean
energy, hydrogen energy, super water for better hydration and a spectrum of medical innovations.
Additional financing sponsors and partners.
Increasing strength as an advocate for entrepreneurs and small business to the Federal Government
in support of crowdfunding, tax legislation and political cooperation towards business.
An increasing faculty with new experts in branding, marketing, media, publishing and social media.
As a networking forum for partnerships, steadily increasing representation from strong and profitable
companies and faculty members who are at the top of their games.
Says founder Berny Dohrmann: “When business owners come together in cooperation, business
accelerates like nothing else in the world.”
Cheryl Conner, CONTRIBUTOR
PUBLISHED ON: DEC 31, 2017
https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylsnappconner/2017/12/31/6-cant-miss-conferences-for-
entrepreneurs-in-2018/#43f0e6f763e0

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IN THE MEDIA FOR 2017

7 Can’t-Miss Business Conferences for 2017

In these days of endless virtual meetings, there’s nothing like going to a great live event
with other living, breathing human beings. Here are my top picks.

Would you gag if I told you that I’m going to several conferences next year?

Well, that just means you aren’t going to the right ones. As the year bends toward its end, you should
be thinking about how you’re going to grow yourself and your business in 2017. Attending a quality
conference can help.

So, how do you avoid the conferences that make you gag and only go to the ones that make you
great? Here are the three main criteria I use when picking events to attend, followed by seven I
wholeheartedly recommend that you consider for 2017:

The Content - I want a conference with highly valuable, actionable content based on a sound
curriculum, regardless of whether it’s coming from the speakers, networking, breakouts, or any other
aspect of the program. Teach me something I don’t know and that I can use.

The People - There’s such a thing as “quality attendees.” These are people who show up with an open
mind and an open heart. They want to learn. They want to teach. They want to help each other grow.
When a conference brings together the right audience, everyone in it benefits.

The Non-Pitch - Have you ever been to a conference where one speaker after another pitched his
or her wares? It’s like watching a series of infomercials with each sage on the stage finishing with an
urgent, compelling offer to sprint to the back of the room with your credit card. These “pitchfests,”
as they’re commonly called, quite literally turn my stomach. I remember one conference where the
speaker told the audience we were “doomed” if we didn’t sign up to take his program. Needless to
say, I didn’t bite. And obviously I lived to tell the tale.

The conferences on my list are not pitchfests. They are content rich with a real focus on applicable
knowledge and education. The folks in the crowd with you are also there to learn, network, and
try new things. So, with those criteria in mind, here, in no particular order, are seven conferences I
recommend for 2017...

CEO Space
This is a great place to incubate ideas. Years ago, Jack Canfield came to one of these events and
floated an idea. You might know it as Chicken Soup for the Soul. CEO Space has evolved into an
advanced cooperative networking organization. It brings together entrepreneurs and investors from
all areas of business. There are four or five forums a year. (Full disclosure: I may speak at one of their
events or join their faculty in 2017.) ...

PUBLISHED ON: DEC 14, 2016
By Steve Farber | Founder, The Extreme Leadership Institute
http://www.inc.com/steve-farber/7-cant-miss-business-conferences-for-2017.html

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7 ‘Can’t Miss’ Conferences For Entrepreneurs in 2017

This is the third annual appearance of this column, which ranked as two of my most popular postings
in 2016 and 2015.

Today I am providing my list of the top “hidden gem” networking and educational events in 2017 for
entrepreneurs. I have made these picks with an eye toward high networking and learning benefits for
entrepreneurs who are looking for great mentors, new funding and innovative ideas for PR.

This is an unofficial list I’ve created on the basis of quality of attendees, avoidance of hard selling,
social responsibility, and positive results for those who’ve attended. I have personally attended and
spoken at the first two of these events, and as disclosure, I serve in an unpaid role as a faculty member
for the first event listed, CEO Space. Events 5 and 6, the Gathering of Games and Small Giants, have
come to my attention on the recommendation of the channel producers for Entrepreneurs. Event 7,
entering the 2017 list as an honorable mention, is a small and focused new conference that will be
premiering in Atlanta on February 22-24.

On these notes, my choices are as follows:
1) CEO Space. Now in its 29th year, this event is billed as a business growth accelerator conference.
It addresses entrepreneurs of all ages at its five annual 5-day events, now moved since mid 2016
from Las Vegas to Orlando, Florida. In 2017, the July event will include a YEP! (Young Entrepreneur
Program) that will coincide with its August 1-5 event.

Benefits of CEO Space include sessions on Total Capital Education from legal Compliance, to how
to do an investor presentation, legal, tax, strategic planning sequencing, marketing, branding, social
media and sales. Additional topics include leadership, team development, contract law, IP law,
business finance, business planning, and non-profits. The event is known for educating entrepreneurs
on success in traditional funding as well, with several billion dollars in successful funding occurring
at the event itself over the years. All faculty members are vetted for verification as Subject Matter
Experts through a due diligence process conducted by Avent-Guard.com. Says founder Berny
Dohrmann: “When business owners come together in cooperation, business accelerates like nothing
else in the world.”

Cheryl Conner, CONTRIBUTOR
PUBLISHED ON: DEC 26, 2016
https://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylsnappconner/2016/12/26/7-cant-miss-conferences-for-
entrepreneurs-in-2017/2/#550af7078aeb

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The Top Entrepreneur Conferences to Check Out in 2017

Conferences attract plenty of people who are doing the same thing, and once you accept
that, you’ll probably discover that going to events for entrepreneurs is one of the most
helpful things you can do for your business.

I remember my first conference well. It was like I was the new kid in school, except no one introduced
me or showed me around. I felt kind of like a loner and was pretty intimidated by so many other
entrepreneurs and leaders who seemed to know exactly what they were doing.
As an entrepreneur, conferences can be hard. You really just have to put yourself out there and be
willing to strike up conversations with just about anyone. But what you’ll realize, like I did, is that
you aren’t alone. Conferences attract plenty of people who are doing the same thing, and once you
accept that, you’ll probably discover that going to events for entrepreneurs is one of the most helpful
things you can do for your business.
These kinds of events help you find the leaders in your industry, share insight into industry trends, and
arm you with the tools and knowledge you need to lead a fast-growing business. So whether you’re
looking for your first conference or you’re a little more experienced, these events for entrepreneurs
should be on your radar this year: ...
9. CEO Space, March 13-17 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida
This business growth accelerator conference boasts the world’s central impetus for cooperative
capitalism. It speaks to entrepreneurs of all ages, including teenagers, andincludes sessions on
strategic planning sequencing, legal, marketing, tax, social media, branding, and sales. The organization
includes advocates for crowdfunding and provides high-level mentorship for participating members.
The event is known for assisting entrepreneurs with traditional funding as well. ...

PUBLISHED ON: DEC 14, 2016
By John Hall | CEO and co-founder, Influence & Co.
http://www.inc.com/john-hall/the-top-entrepreneur-conferences-to-check-out-in-2017.html

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5 ‘Can’t Miss’ Conferences For Entrepreneurs In 2016

Where will entrepreneurs spend their networking and educational time in 2016? Today I’m following
up on one of my most read columns of 2015 with an update to my list of recommended events
in 2016 for entrepreneurs. I have selected these picks with an eye toward high networking and
learning benefits for entrepreneurs who are looking for connections to top mentors, new funding
and innovative ideas for PR.
This is an unofficial list I compiled on the basis of quality of attendees, avoidance of hard sell platforms,
social responsibility missions, and positive results for those who’ve attended. I attended all but one
of these events, the NextGen Summit, in 2015. As disclosure, I serve in an unpaid role as a faculty
member for one of the events I’ve listed, CEO Space.
On that note, my choices are as follows:
1) CEO Space. Now in its 28th year, this event is billed as a business growth accelerator conference
and touts itself as the world’s central catalyst for Cooperative Capitalism, which I have written about
in this column before. It addresses entrepreneurs of all ages, including teens at its five annual week-
long events in Lake Las Vegas, in Henderson, Nev.
Benefits of CEO Space include sessions on legal, tax, strategic planning sequencing, marketing,
branding, social media and sales. The organization includes high-power advocates for crowdfund
investing (several advisors are former members of the SEC) and provides high-level mentorship for
participating members. The event is known for assisting entrepreneurs with traditional funding as
well, with several billion dollars in successful funding occurring at the event itself over the years.
All faculty members are vetted for professionalism and accountability through a due diligence
process led by Avent-Guard.com. In 2016, the program will include “strategy intensive” events
between forums. Says attendee R. Perez, who attended the December 2015 event, “This is a must if
you want to take your business to the next level.”
Says founder Berny Dohrmann: “When business owners get together to work in cooperation, business
accelerates and it’s like nothing else in the world.” ...
Cheryl Conner, CONTRIBUTOR
PUBLISHED ON: DEC 29, 2015
http://www.forbes.com/sites/cherylsnappconner/2015/12/29/5-cant-miss-conferences-for-
entrepreneurs-in-2016/#79cff5683d6b

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Top 5 Must-Attend Rapid Growth
Entrepreneur Conferences This Spring

Discover tech savvy action-oriented events that can move your business forward now

Spring is packed with business conferences and while I was attending one, I kept seeing many
colleagues posting from another event spanning the same days. Feeling like missing out and torn
between deciding which ones are better, you might have to decide your own priorities in choosing
which conference will yield a better return on investment for your money and your time.
The criteria used here to select Spring 2016 picks for the Top 5 Must-Attend Rapid Growth Conferences
is simply that conferences must have the following characteristics.
Be packed with action-oriented workshops and seminars that are not sales pitches from the floor
disguised as a workshop. They must be full of free content that is useful to building a strong business
that can accelerate your growth quickly.
Be run by great people with strong desires to serve entrepreneurs, help build successful businesses
and out to build a community support system. They are in it for you first. Creating raving fans that
sell out their next conference for them is a priority.
Exposes you to people, services and tools at all business stages and budget levels. It is less important
to attract a high-caliber keynote speaker then it is to attract quality members to build a network of
great associations. ...
CEO Space International - Forum May 15-22 - Henderson, NV
Words really can’t describe the benefits of exclusive membership but you can start with a free local
meeting in between their five yearly forums and experience the immediate results and connection
value. CEO September Dohrmann has done an exceptional job of shifting what was already a
tremendously beneficial program, founded by her husband Berny Dorhmann, to an organization full
of action, accountability and fresh perspectives on every business challenge imaginable at any stage
of business growth. There is something for seasoned business pros and start-ups alike and their free
bonus classes for life allow graduate members to continuously pivot and learn. The roster of rotating
faculty reads like a who’s who of business success. ...
PUBLISHED ON: MAR 31, 2016
By Tracy Leigh Hazzard | CEO, Hazz Design
http://www.inc.com/tracy-leigh-hazzard/top-5-must-attend-collaborative-conferences-that-grow-
your-business-fast.html

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