The Forsyth Network for Business Professionals, a local networking group, is moving into its 5th year. The group has had over a 30% increase in membership in the past year.

The organization wants to be more than just a networking group. They have supported the local community through donations to local charities for needy families throughout the county. Recently the group presented Michael Hogan M.D., founder of L.E.A.D.E.R. a local non-profit foundation, with $300.

The monies go towards Driver's Education in Forsyth County high schools by funding driving simulators. Dr. Hogan explained that this program consists of 30 hours in the classroom and 12 hours on driving simulators. L.E.A.D.E.R. was founded 10 years ago and has continued to grow each year. The cost of maintaining this program is about $15,000 per school each year.

The vision of the Forsyth Network for Business Professionals is to provide an environment that promotes personal and business growth through exemplary service and products offered by fellow members.

Our professional interaction will demonstrate superior business ethics and loyalty to one another. In all communications and transactions, members will act honestly, forthright and deliver their products and services in an exceptional manner.

Business owners, managers, sales people, independent professionals and entrepreneurs are invited to expand their businesses through professional networking.

• Please join our weekly meeting at Bello's Italian 101 Meadow Drive, Cumming, Ga. 30040. Please RSVP here prior to attending.