Open Networking MANAchat

Welcome to MANA's Open Networking, a virtual gathering designed to help manufacturers' representatives and principals connect, collaborate, and build lasting business relationships. As the leading association supporting the representative system of selling, MANA is proud to offer this space for professionals to engage in meaningful conversations that reflect our commitment to professionalism, ethics, and mutual success.

Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned rep or manufacturer, this open-format meeting is your opportunity to share insights, ask questions, and discover new opportunities in a supportive, non-solicitous environment.

Meeting Rules & Etiquette:

To ensure a productive and respectful experience for all, we ask participants to follow these guidelines:

1. Be Professional, Be Prepared
Introduce yourself briefly when speaking (name, company, specialty).

Be ready to share your insights and ask relevant questions.

Treat the meeting as you would a live professional event — show up on time and dress appropriately (business casual recommended).

2. No Hard Selling
MANA is a relationship-first community. This is not a platform for rambling promotion or long-winded sales pitches.

Focus on learning, listening, and building trust — the business will follow.

3. One Voice at a Time
Please mute yourself when not speaking to reduce background noise.

4. Support Peer Learning
Share your experiences, industry trends, or success stories that others might learn from.

Respect confidentiality and proprietary information — this is a trusted space.

5. Keep It Respectful and Inclusive
MANA embraces a culture of integrity and inclusion. All voices are welcome and encouraged.

Disrespectful or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

Need Help?
A MANA staff member will be present during the session to help with any technical issues or questions about participation.






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