The room you didn't know you were missing
A relationship-first business community for professionals who want more than surface-level networking.
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Who We Are

A Different Kind of Business Community

Next Level Networks started with a simple idea. Business grows faster when you're surrounded by the right people. We built this community for professionals who are serious about growth and ready to show up for others the same way they want others to show up for them. People who are honest about what they don't know, passionate about what they do, and genuinely invested in seeing the people around them win. We now have chapters in Mount Airy and Winston-Salem, with more on the way. But the foundation stays the same wherever we go. Trusted relationships, meaningful connections, and a room that actually has your back.

“I started NXL because I kept showing up to networking events and leaving feeling like I had wasted my time. Not because the people were bad. Because the room wasn’t built for anything real. So we built something different.”

Stephen Bass founder of Next Level Networks North Carolina

Stephen Bass

Co-Founder of Next Level Networks

NXL business networking meeting in Mount Airy North Carolina

Why This Room Feels Different

We didn’t reinvent networking. We refocused it on what actually works.

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Referral Network

Connection Before Transaction

Relationships come first. Trust is built before business is exchanged. When people genuinely know and trust each other, referrals happen naturally.

Referral Growth

Meetings Worth
Showing Up To

Every meeting is structured and interactive. You will leave with something useful, not just a room you sat in for an hour.

No Pressure

Invitation Over Pressure

Nobody is pressured to perform or pitch. Members engage because they see value, not because they feel obligated.

Leader Support

Shared Learning & Growth

Every member brings something worth knowing. We grow together by sharing what is working, what isn't, and what we are still figuring out.

Local & Global

Community Beyond the Meeting

Connection doesn't stop when the meeting ends. Members stay connected through our online community and across chapters as we grow.

Interest Based Referrals

The Right Room for the Right People

We keep our chapters small and intentional. One seat per industry. A room where people can be real without competing with each other.

Find a Chapter Near You

Every NXL chapter is built around the same foundation. Trusted relationships, consistent participation, and a room where people actually show up for each other.

We keep chapters small and maintain one seat per industry so members can be open, honest, and genuinely collaborative without competing with each other.

If there is a chapter near you, come visit. If there isn’t one yet, let’s talk about changing that.

Chapter Directory

Find a chapter near you and come see what the room feels like.

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Our Latest Chapters

Our latest chapters are committed to providing top-tier IT solutions, customized to fit the unique needs of every client.

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Welcome to Surry Connect – Success Champion Networking in NC! We’re a bold group of GSD business owners building real connections for real growth. Join us and discover how we can help take your business to the next level!

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Welcome to Winston Connect – Success Champion Networking in Winston-Salem, NC! We’re a driven community of GSD business owners focused on building powerful connections for real growth. Join us and see how we can help take your business to the next level!

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Welcome to Virtual Connect – Success Champion Networking Online, USA! We’re a dynamic network of GSD business owners creating strong connections and real growth virtually. Join us and experience how online networking can elevate your business to the next level!

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What Our Members Are Saying

Don't take our word for it. Here's what happens when people find the right room.

Timothy Christensen
Timothy Christensen
Founder, Elite Digital Designs

“Joining Surry Connect has been a game changer for my business. It’s more than just networking—it’s a community of driven, supportive professionals who genuinely want to see each other succeed. The collaboration, insight, and energy here are unmatched. I’m proud to be part of a group that prioritizes real growth and meaningful connections.”

Brodie Lovill
Brodie Lovill
Founder, Yadkin Valley Pest Services

“Surry Connect is one of the best decisions I have made as a business owner. I have made wonderful relationships with like minded business owners who strive, not only to grow their business, but mine as well.”

Clay Welch
Clay Welch
Operations Manager, Starn Technology

“I've been a member of several networking organizations over the years, and I can honestly say that Surry Connect is truly exceptional! The energy and passion for growth are amazing. I highly recommend Next Level Networks to anyone looking to expand their network in a meaningful and educational environment.”

Come See For Yourself

This is the room you didn't know you were missing.

Visit a meeting, meet the people, and decide if NXL is right for you.

Next Level Insights
From the Room

Next Level Insights

Real perspectives on business, relationships, and growth from inside the NXL community.

Community Partners

We are proud to work alongside organizations that strengthen local businesses and the communities around them.

Interested in partnering with Next Level Networks?