For anyone interested in joining the Huntington Networking Group, here are some basic rules created to help ensure the success of the group.

HNG Rules:

1. There is only one person representing each occupation at one time. There can be no overlap. Members must also represent their primary occupation, not a part-time business or hobby.

2. If there is an open position, potential members must attend 3 meetings – consecutively – and will then be voted in or out by a simple majority of the group. It is strongly recommended that potential members meet one on one with at least 3 members of the group between meetings. Balloting will be held without potential members being present, whether it is an online ballot or in person.

3. Active members attend consistently. More than 2 absences per quarter will open that member to being voted in or out, again by a simple majority of the group. Personal circumstances – Medical, Familial, etc, will certainly be taken into account, along with contributions to the group by the member in question.

4. No formal lead count will be maintained by the group. However, upon review by the HNG board, if a member is found not contributing to anyone else in the group, they will be warned by the board of the possibility of removal from the group. Again, removal will be contingent upon a simple majority vote.

5. If a member receives a referral and does poor work, the case is reviewed by the board, where recommendations will be made. If the event is serious enough, it may be the recommendation of the board to hold a dismissal vote, again requiring a simple majority from the group.

6. Rules can only be changed by a 2/3s majority vote.

7. In the event of any tie-vote, the board will make the tie-breaking decision.

Meetings:

1. Meetings will start on time at 7:30
2. Meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month.
3. At the start of the meeting, each member will be given 60 seconds to state their name, business and the kind of referral they are looking for. A timekeeper will monitor each member to make sure the meeting wraps up on time.
4. There will then be a ten minute speech by one member of the group.
5. After the speech, there will be a round of ‘thanks’ for referrals received. This helps to show who is actively participating in the referral process.
6. If all matters of business are concluded, the meeting will end.
7. Side businesses, charities, and other matters not directly related to the group or the member’s businesses are to be discussed on the website, through email or at one on one meetings. These topics will not be discussed at official meetings due to time constraints.

The Board:

- Once Annually, there will be a vote to nominate members of the official board. Currently a President, Secretary, Treasurer and alternate (who will serve as the Timekeeper) make up the board.
- Board members will not be able to act unilaterally on behalf of the entire group. All matters of membership are to be voted on by the entire group, though the board is entitled to make recommendations.
- If there is a tie vote on any initiative, the final decision will be handed down by the board.

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