Frederick Area Network

The Frederick Area Network affectionately known as “FAN’S” meet twice-monthly in-person, typically at either the YMCA or Fitzgerald Auto Mall in Frederick. They are a close knit referral Team serving Frederick, Frederick Carroll, and other surrounding Counties.

When We Meet

Your Team Captain

Jonathan Watkins — Team Captain
YMCA
Phone: 301-802-2936

Meet the Members

Business Networking in Frederick, Maryland

Frederick has grown from a market town into one of Maryland’s most interesting business communities, with a genuinely independent downtown, a strong trades and construction base, and a growing professional sector serving both the county and commuters heading toward Montgomery County and DC.

It is also a market where people still know each other, which makes referral networking unusually effective. Reputation travels quickly in Frederick, in both directions, and members who do good work find that the room notices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about the Frederick Area Network team.

When and where does Frederick Area Network meet?

The team meets twice a month, in person at Baker Park in Frederick or on Zoom. Confirm the current day and time on the events calendar or by calling 301-260-0060, since the format alternates.

Who is the Frederick Area Network team captain?

Steve Barber of Supporting Strategies is Team Captain and can be reached on 301-442-4261. He handles guest introductions and helps new members work out who in the room they should be talking to first.

Which areas does Frederick Area Network serve?

Frederick City and Frederick County. The local business community includes a genuinely independent downtown, a strong trades and construction base, and a growing professional sector serving both the county and commuters heading toward Montgomery County and Washington DC.

Why is Frederick a good market for referral networking?

Because people here still know each other. Reputation travels quickly in Frederick, in both directions, and members who do good work find that the room notices. In a market that size, one credible introduction reaches further than a paid campaign would.

What if my category is already taken here?

Key Network Frederick also serves Frederick County, meeting Wednesday mornings, so a category held on one team is often open on the other. Call 301-260-0060 and we will check both before you rule anything out.

Is Your Business Category Open?

Only one business per category sits on this team. Come as a guest, see how the room works, and find out whether your seat is still available. Your first 30 days cost nothing.