Yes, its getting busy! We are seeing many new members as a result of positive word of mouth. Welcome County of Renfrew Paramedic Service as well as Gatineau Fire.
I am now trying to keep up with memberships, continue contacting new businesses for discounts, make changes to the website (new bulletin board with encryption-to keep the spammers at bay.) As well as working to increase marketing beyond word of mouth to establishing some paid ads etc.
Paid advertising is very expensive and would really eat into the potential donation money we have been putting aside for this years donation. So, please do your best to tell your friends and family to pass the word about The 911 Network. We welcome members outside of Ottawa and Ontario.
We do have some members from the East Coast and its great to see this happening.
I am also always looking for some feedback, as this program is for you. I am working in somewhat of a bubble, and need to see if from other angles. So, feel free to email me with advice, thoughts or just to say hi once and a while.
Thanks and have a great Hall'o'ween with the kids.
Pat
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Some of the discounts I personally take advantage of
I thought it might be of interest to mention where I use my rewards card and what impact it has on saving me some cash.
I guess the one place I save the most money is the Bell Mob cell package. My wife and I figure that this program alone saves us each about $50.00 per month. This alone is well worth the $21.20 membership fee.
The other place I seem to use my rewards card a lot, is at any one of the 4 west end locations of Booster Juice. I really like the Bananas a-whey shake, which I save about $1.50 on. I really don't need the discount on this item, so when I flash the card and they give it to me, I give the extra savings as a tip to the girls behind the counter. I am just happy that they pay attention and honor the program.
The other place I save a lot of dough, is at Benson auto parts. As you can see by the picture in my blog, I like to work on my cars. This saves me money on labour costs, but with the savings I get from Bensons, it makes it that much sweeter.
I have replaced the manifold in my Honda along with the catalytic converter myself. It was a fairly easy job, but the best part was how little I paid for the parts via Bensons. $200.00. This would have cost be well over $1,000.00 in a shop.
I also like to do some Christmas shopping at Tag Along Toys for my kids and nieces and nephews. This is another great spot, as the staff will help you find the right toy and do honor our card faithfully.
So, keep using the cards. The more they are used and become a staple in the community, the better for all of us in securing new opportunities.
Cheers
Patrick McIntyre
I guess the one place I save the most money is the Bell Mob cell package. My wife and I figure that this program alone saves us each about $50.00 per month. This alone is well worth the $21.20 membership fee.
The other place I seem to use my rewards card a lot, is at any one of the 4 west end locations of Booster Juice. I really like the Bananas a-whey shake, which I save about $1.50 on. I really don't need the discount on this item, so when I flash the card and they give it to me, I give the extra savings as a tip to the girls behind the counter. I am just happy that they pay attention and honor the program.
The other place I save a lot of dough, is at Benson auto parts. As you can see by the picture in my blog, I like to work on my cars. This saves me money on labour costs, but with the savings I get from Bensons, it makes it that much sweeter.
I have replaced the manifold in my Honda along with the catalytic converter myself. It was a fairly easy job, but the best part was how little I paid for the parts via Bensons. $200.00. This would have cost be well over $1,000.00 in a shop.
I also like to do some Christmas shopping at Tag Along Toys for my kids and nieces and nephews. This is another great spot, as the staff will help you find the right toy and do honor our card faithfully.
So, keep using the cards. The more they are used and become a staple in the community, the better for all of us in securing new opportunities.
Cheers
Patrick McIntyre
Are you a current member of The 911 Network?
Hi,
I have been running into people, on-line, in the gym and some folks via George Darouze, that are a little bit confused as to how our membership program works.
Many people figure that since they signed up in 2007-2008 or in 2009, that they are still members of The 911 Network, and while I feel in my heart that they are, they are not truly current members...its an annual membership. It costs $21.20 for an individual and $31.80 for a spousal or family membership. These fees are due every year.
Most of this payment goes to charity and some remainder goes to supporting the website and the cost to run the program. I personally pay about $800 to $1,200 per year from my own pocket to support the program.
Since we are just now seeing a good increase in memberships, I am working at establishing what charity we will be dedicating our funds to. In the past we have been making donations to The Quest for A Cure adventure race program, to be delivered to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.
I am interested in directing our funds to a program that will feel a direct impact from our fund raising. I am also interested in hearing from you, our members as to what charity we are best suited to support? Please email me with your thoughts and considerations for our Charity Rewards.
Kind regards,
Patrick McIntyre
I have been running into people, on-line, in the gym and some folks via George Darouze, that are a little bit confused as to how our membership program works.
Many people figure that since they signed up in 2007-2008 or in 2009, that they are still members of The 911 Network, and while I feel in my heart that they are, they are not truly current members...its an annual membership. It costs $21.20 for an individual and $31.80 for a spousal or family membership. These fees are due every year.
Most of this payment goes to charity and some remainder goes to supporting the website and the cost to run the program. I personally pay about $800 to $1,200 per year from my own pocket to support the program.
Since we are just now seeing a good increase in memberships, I am working at establishing what charity we will be dedicating our funds to. In the past we have been making donations to The Quest for A Cure adventure race program, to be delivered to the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation.
I am interested in directing our funds to a program that will feel a direct impact from our fund raising. I am also interested in hearing from you, our members as to what charity we are best suited to support? Please email me with your thoughts and considerations for our Charity Rewards.
Kind regards,
Patrick McIntyre
Thursday, October 1, 2009
The 911 Network welcomes George Darouze from Bell Mobility
Hi there,
I would like to announce that George Darouze is our new Bell Mobility Representative. Working with George has been a pleasure. I have found George to be reliable, responsive and dedicated to providing our members with great service.
Anyone seeking information on our Bell Mobility package, rates, available services as well as how to register, please contact George at gdarouze@sympatico.ca or by phone at 613-327-7777.
George will be pleased to help you with any questions. He is also good for a laugh, as he does possess a good sense of humour.
On a difficult note, we have unfortunately had a number of folks register on the Corporate plan of The 911 Network, who did not secure memberships.
This is considered fraud, in part on the reps who have signed these members, as well as on the part of the people who have accepted The 911 Network plan without paying their membership fees.
I have been advised that these people will be terminated from the plan and their phones disconnected.
This is a charity program and as such, needs to be honored with payment to The 911 Network.
It saddens me that so many people are willing to take advantage of our great plan and to jepordize our program. I am happy however, that many people do work with us and support our program. It can only get better with all of your support.
Kind regards,
Patrick McIntyre
I would like to announce that George Darouze is our new Bell Mobility Representative. Working with George has been a pleasure. I have found George to be reliable, responsive and dedicated to providing our members with great service.
Anyone seeking information on our Bell Mobility package, rates, available services as well as how to register, please contact George at gdarouze@sympatico.ca or by phone at 613-327-7777.
George will be pleased to help you with any questions. He is also good for a laugh, as he does possess a good sense of humour.
On a difficult note, we have unfortunately had a number of folks register on the Corporate plan of The 911 Network, who did not secure memberships.
This is considered fraud, in part on the reps who have signed these members, as well as on the part of the people who have accepted The 911 Network plan without paying their membership fees.
I have been advised that these people will be terminated from the plan and their phones disconnected.
This is a charity program and as such, needs to be honored with payment to The 911 Network.
It saddens me that so many people are willing to take advantage of our great plan and to jepordize our program. I am happy however, that many people do work with us and support our program. It can only get better with all of your support.
Kind regards,
Patrick McIntyre
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Members from everywhere!
It's been an interesting few years behind the wheel of The 911 Network and I am pleased to see new members from all kinds of 911 and healthcare services coming on board.
We now have members of the RCMP, Ottawa Police, Ottawa Fire, O.P.P and various hospitals such as the Queensway Carleton, Ottawa Hospital, Civic and CHEO. We also have Special Constables from Ottawa Transit as well as dispatchers from various services.
We have been able to donate hundreds of dollars to The Quest for A Cure program as well as support some local sponsorships through your support and payment of membership fees.
We would really like to see the program grow into the Charity Rewards program phase, where membership cards are purchased in bulk by a hospital or police association for a nominal fee and resold to raise money for various causes. This would go a long way to seeing more cards in circulation in the city and would really help the vendors that support our program.
Please contact me, should you have any questions on how your organization can get involved with our Charity Rewards Program.
Kind regards,
Patrick
We now have members of the RCMP, Ottawa Police, Ottawa Fire, O.P.P and various hospitals such as the Queensway Carleton, Ottawa Hospital, Civic and CHEO. We also have Special Constables from Ottawa Transit as well as dispatchers from various services.
We have been able to donate hundreds of dollars to The Quest for A Cure program as well as support some local sponsorships through your support and payment of membership fees.
We would really like to see the program grow into the Charity Rewards program phase, where membership cards are purchased in bulk by a hospital or police association for a nominal fee and resold to raise money for various causes. This would go a long way to seeing more cards in circulation in the city and would really help the vendors that support our program.
Please contact me, should you have any questions on how your organization can get involved with our Charity Rewards Program.
Kind regards,
Patrick
Bell Billing Issues for our Members
Hi,
Its been a busy fall and with the new Bell offer, we have unfortunately experienced some difficulties with moving current 911 Network members over successfully. It seems that there have been a number of billing errors committed and some plan migration issues.
We are working to sort these out, and have been assured that any member who has over paid for their Bell plan, will be compensated.
I apologize for these problems, but from time to time these things happen. They have also happened to me.
Thank you for your continued support.
Also: Please note, that if you have not renewed your 911 Network membership for the 2009 year, you are not eligible for the new Bell Mobility plan. This plan included over 50 more free minutes, free (unlimited) text as well as free incoming calls. This is a great deal, so re-new your membership and save big dollars on your cell phone bills.
Patrick
Its been a busy fall and with the new Bell offer, we have unfortunately experienced some difficulties with moving current 911 Network members over successfully. It seems that there have been a number of billing errors committed and some plan migration issues.
We are working to sort these out, and have been assured that any member who has over paid for their Bell plan, will be compensated.
I apologize for these problems, but from time to time these things happen. They have also happened to me.
Thank you for your continued support.
Also: Please note, that if you have not renewed your 911 Network membership for the 2009 year, you are not eligible for the new Bell Mobility plan. This plan included over 50 more free minutes, free (unlimited) text as well as free incoming calls. This is a great deal, so re-new your membership and save big dollars on your cell phone bills.
Patrick
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
The Bell Deal Just Keeps Getting Better!
Hi there,
I hope everyone has had a great summer with some decent holidays, regardless of the weather!
I wanted to get back to posting on the blog to say that we are negotiating a new offer with Bell Mobility to see that our members have unlimited and free text messaging as well as a very cost effective internet access. Stay tuned for this.
I also want to say thank you to the many hospital staff who in the past few months have been signing on as new members. This is what we need in order to build The 911 Network into the charity/ rewards program that we can all be proud of.
I am working to secure the support and services of a marketing representative, as I have been wearing many hats since the beginning and we are out growing this situation. If you know of someone looking for a starting opportunity with The 911 Network in this capacity, please send me an email at pmcintyre@the911network.com
Thanks for your time...be safe, get your rest and do some excercise will yah.
Cheers
Pat
I hope everyone has had a great summer with some decent holidays, regardless of the weather!
I wanted to get back to posting on the blog to say that we are negotiating a new offer with Bell Mobility to see that our members have unlimited and free text messaging as well as a very cost effective internet access. Stay tuned for this.
I also want to say thank you to the many hospital staff who in the past few months have been signing on as new members. This is what we need in order to build The 911 Network into the charity/ rewards program that we can all be proud of.
I am working to secure the support and services of a marketing representative, as I have been wearing many hats since the beginning and we are out growing this situation. If you know of someone looking for a starting opportunity with The 911 Network in this capacity, please send me an email at pmcintyre@the911network.com
Thanks for your time...be safe, get your rest and do some excercise will yah.
Cheers
Pat
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