SCSC members feel they are creating an association that is member-responsive and member-driven, providing the best interaction, cooperation and information exchange possible. Software Council members tell us that this is "THE" place to network with their industry peers or meet those who can help take them to the next level such as their lawyers, investment bankers and accountants. Many members attribute the success of their companies directly to the contacts that they have made at the Software Council.

When a company is in need of a technical or business service, the Software Council only refers member companies to them. Do you need a service referral? Please send your request to Catrina Gruver, Director of Programming, catrina@scsc.org.

The Software Council has negotiated discounted rates exclusivly for members from members in the areas of:

> Insurance
> Financial services
> Real estate
> Human resource outsourcing services
> Public relations, publishing and marketing services
> Internet hosting
> Web design services

All the programs are designed by fellow Software Council members who will give their peers discounts on their business services because your company is a member of the Software Council. For information on becoming a Preferred Provider, please contact Catrina Gruver, Director of Programming, catrina@scsc.org.

Meetings rates are as follows:

Member Rate for Chapter Meetings is $35, non-member rate is $60.
Member Rate for Breakfast SIG meetings is $20, non-member rate is $40.
Member Rate for Dinner SIG meetings is $35, non-member rate is $60.

For information on our events, please visit our Calendar of Events.

SCSC's monthly online newsletter is sent to members and subscribers on a monthly basis. Only SCSC members may contribute articles to the SCribe Online. If you are a SCSC member, we need you to share your business experiences. Please contribute articles on relevant management, finance/funding, sales and marketing as well as organization development issues that drive software and Internet companies. For ideas and inspiration, contact Catrina Gruver, Director of Programming, catrina@scsc.org.

One of the greatest benefits of membership to the Software Council is the privilege of participating in the Chapter and Special Interest Group committees. Networking and relationship-building are the result of your company's committee involvement, which helps your business grow. Please contact Catrina Gruver, Director of Programming at catrina@scsc.org regarding your interest in participation Some committees may have waiting lists to participate.