The Growth Network
Curated intros to closed deals
Curated intros → structured negotiation → closed deals
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The Journey: Five Strategic Stages
Growth Network guides businesses through a carefully designed progression from discovery to closed deals. Each stage builds on the previous one, creating a structured path that transforms casual connections into valuable business relationships. Our five-stage framework ensures quality at every step while maintaining accessibility for businesses at different readiness levels.
Discover
Open Community
Ignite
Free Members
Match
Verified & Matching for Premium Members
Commit
Deal Room for Inner Circle Members
Guide
Leadership
Stage 1: Discover
Open Community (Non-Members)
Who: Public WhatsApp/Facebook/LinkedIn audience; dinner and webinar walk-ins looking to explore the GN ecosystem without commitment.
Experience: Open events, regular updates, and a no-pitching environment (except on specifically allowed threads and designated days). This creates a safe space for genuine connection and learning.
Actions:
  • Attend community events and engage with content
  • Ask questions and explore opportunities
  • Scan QR codes or follow links to register
Milestone: Create a free GN account with basic company information, marking the first step toward structured business development.
Stage 2: Ignite
Free Members (Profiled)
Who: Registered businesses with a free profile who are ready to articulate their needs and offerings to the community.
Experience: Members receive email onboarding, access to a comprehensive events calendar, one complimentary Needs & Offers Intake session, and basic directory visibility to start building their presence.
01
Complete Profile
Add company details, industry information, and decision-maker contacts
02
Ignition Call
Participate in an onboarding conversation to clarify goals
03
Submit ASK & OFFER
Clearly articulate what you need and what you can provide
04
Claim Free Event
Reserve your complimentary seat at a GN event
Milestone: Request Verification after experiencing the value through intake sessions and events, demonstrating readiness for curated matching.
Stage 3: Match
Verified & Matching for Premium Members
Who: KYC-checked SMEs and service providers who have passed verification standards and are ready for serious business development.
Experience: Access to curated introductions, participation in Matching Cycles (2–4 weeks), industry-specific Deal Boards, and a menu of Advisor masterclasses designed to accelerate growth.
Actions:
  1. Complete light KYC and agree to NDA light & non-circumvention terms
  1. Prioritize your top 3 ASKs and top 3 OFFERS for focused matching
  1. Join 2–4 curated introduction calls with vetted counterparties
  1. Submit pilot quotes and proposals for qualified opportunities
  1. Log outcomes to maintain deal flow transparency
Milestone: Generate qualified opportunities and receive invitation to the Deal Room for structured negotiation support.
Stage 4: Commit
Deal Room (Negotiation & Closing) for Inner Circle Members
Who: Parties with active pilots or negotiations who are ready to formalize agreements and close deals with professional support.
Experience: Facilitated negotiation sessions, access to MoU/NDA/SOW templates, close-plan trackers, Advisor clinics covering legal, finance, and sales operations, plus success-fee rails to align incentives.
Use Templates
Leverage proven MoU, NDA, and SOW templates to accelerate documentation
Schedule Clinics
Book Advisor clinics for expert guidance on legal, financial, and operational matters
Confirm Commercial Model
Finalize pricing, terms, and GN success fee arrangements
Close Deal
Execute agreements and record as Pilot Go or Closed-Won
Milestone: Deal closed and officially recorded in the system, with all parties aligned on deliverables and success metrics.
Stage 5: Guide
Growth Leadership & Advisors
Who: Growth Advisors and regional organizers who form the combined leadership tier, providing strategic guidance and quality control.
Experience: Board huddles, quarterly playbooks, quality control on matches, and delivery of Masterclasses to support member growth.
Advisor Actions & Terms:
  • Attend all GN meetups (2 consecutive unapproved absences = removal from Advisor roster)
  • Provide 2 office hours per month via Masterclass or Clinic
  • Co-review matches, unblock deals, and uphold NDA, Non-Compete (24 months), Non-Solicitation (24 months), and Non-Circumvention agreements
  • If offering own services to members, 20% revenue share to GN on sales attributable to GN intros or campaigns (monthly remit)
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Deal Board: Your Command Center
The Deal Board is a Kanban-style system that provides complete visibility into every opportunity, from initial qualification through closed deals. Each card captures essential information to drive decisions and maintain momentum.
Core Columns
  • Deal ID & Deal Name (Problem ⇄ Solution)
  • Company (Buyer) & Company (Provider)
  • Owner
  • Stage, Priority (High/Med/Low), Value (₱ / US$)
  • Type (Pilot / Contract / Partnership / Distribution / Investment)
  • Created On & Age (days)
Key Profiles
Buyer Profile: Industry, Size, Decision Maker, Urgency (0–3), Budget band, Key constraints
Solution Snapshot: Offer Category, Differentiator, Delivery model, Indicative pricing, Case reference
Deal Board: Problem & Fit Analysis
Problem & Fit
Every deal card includes a comprehensive assessment of problem-solution alignment:
  • Problem statement (≤240 characters) for clarity and focus
  • Success criteria (measurable) to define winning outcomes
  • Fit score (0–100) based on need match, timing, budget, and authority
  • Risk flags covering data/privacy/ops/readiness concerns
  • Required integrations to assess technical feasibility
Commercials
Deal size (estimated), Pricing model (license/retainer/one-time/rev-share), Term (months), and GN terms tickbox for Success fee when applicable
Deal Board: Contacts & Artifacts
Contacts & Roles
Buyer: Name/Title/Email, Economic buyer, Technical evaluator
Provider: Name/Title/Email, Delivery lead
Assigned Advisor(s): Name (domain), Office hour link
Artifacts (links)
Brief / RFP, Proposal/Quote, SoW/MoU, Security/DP Checklist, Case study, Meeting notes, Recording
Next Actions
Always visible: Next step, Owner, Due date, Status (on-track/blocked), Blocker note
Deal Board: Stage Definitions
Every deal progresses through clearly defined stages, each with specific entry and exit criteria. This structure ensures consistency, accountability, and predictable outcomes across all opportunities.
1
Discover/Qualified
ASK/OFFER logged, basic fit confirmed
2
Intro & Scoping
Curated intro done; discovery call; problem & scope drafted
3
Proposal/Pilot
Proposal/quote sent; pilot design; success metrics agreed
4
Negotiation/Legal
Pricing/terms; MoU/SoW redlines; security/compliance
5
Closed-Won / Pilot Go
Signed; kickoff planned
6
Closed-Lost / On Hold
Reason code required (budget/timing/fit/authority)
Deal Board: SLAs, Scoring & Metrics
SLAs & Hygiene
  • Card freshness: next action & due date must be current; stale (>7 days) auto-flags
  • Docs: proposal + SoW links required before moving to Negotiation
  • Reason codes: mandatory on Closed-Lost; learnings captured
Scoring (at-a-glance)
  • Fit (0–100): need match, timing, budget, authority
  • Confidence (Low/Med/High): advisor judgment + proof
  • Impact (₱ / KPI): projected savings/revenue/throughput change
Metrics (roll-up)
  • Cycle time (days)
  • Win rate (%)
  • Avg deal value
  • #Intros → #Proposals → #Wins
  • Advisor influence (wins touched)
Privacy & Compliance: NDA status (on file? y/n), Data classification (none/basic/PII), DPA/ISO needs, Redline status
Tags (filtering): Industry, Vertical (e.g., F&B, Logistics, Retail), Region, Offer type (SaaS/Service/Hybrid), Program (Incubation / Open)
Example Deal Card
DL-0327 | "Reduce payroll errors by 80% — HRTech ⇄ Retail Co."
Buyer: RetailCo PH (500-1k employees, CFO)
Provider: Sprout-Partner (SaaS)
Owner: GN-Mia
Advisor: Kislay (Ops)
Stage: Proposal/Pilot
Value: ₱1.8M/yr
Type: SaaS + onboarding services
Problem: 6% payroll error rate; manual timesheets
Success: <1% errors in 90 days; 30% cut in payroll cycle time
Next step: Pilot SoW sign-off
Due: May 28
Blocker: security checklist pending
Links: Brief | Proposal v2 | SoW draft | DP checklist
GN terms: Success fee = Yes · Advisor own offer? No
Fit: 82 · Confidence: High · Impact: ₱3.2M/yr savings est.
Light KYC: Verified & Matching Entry
Light KYC establishes basic trust and enables curated matching. This streamlined process balances thoroughness with accessibility, getting qualified businesses into the matching cycle quickly.
1
Company Identity
Registered Business Name, Trade Name, Entity type, Country of registration, Date of incorporation, Registration numbers (DTI/SEC/CDA), TIN
2
Principal Contacts & Authority
Authorized signatory (name, title, gov't ID, email, phone), Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) ≥25%, Board/Directors list
3
HQ & Operations
Registered address + proof (utility bill, lease, gov't letter; ≤3 months), Operating address (if different), Website, LinkedIn, key socials
4
Business Snapshot
Industry/NAICS, #Employees band, Est. annual revenue band, Products/Services description, Top 3 ASKs / Top 3 OFFERS
5
Compliance Consents
Data privacy consent (PDPA-PH); storage & retention notice, Acceptance of GN NDA-light & non-circumvention terms
Full KYC: Deal Room Entry
Full KYC is required before Deal Room access and contracting. This comprehensive verification ensures all parties meet professional standards and regulatory requirements for serious business engagement.
Documents (upload)
  • SEC/DTI/CDA Certificate + Articles/By-laws
  • General Information Sheet (GIS) / Latest amendments
  • BIR Certificate of Registration (Form 2303)
  • Mayor's/Business Permit (current year)
  • VAT/Non-VAT status
Banking & Payments
  • Bank name & branch (for disbursement verification)
  • Proof of account (voided check/bank cert)
  • Billing contact & invoicing details
References & History
  • 2 trade references (client/supplier; contact + email)
  • 1 bank/financing reference (if any)
  • 1–3 case studies or signed testimonials (optional but helpful)
Risk & Compliance Declarations
  • Politically Exposed Person (PEP) status
  • Sanctions/export-control exposure
  • Adverse media disclosure
  • Data handling posture
  • Sectoral licenses/certifications
Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
Trigger-Based Deep Verification
Enhanced Due Diligence is activated only when specific risk flags are triggered: high-risk country links, PEP status, large deal size, negative news, sensitive data processing, or regulated sectors. This targeted approach ensures thorough vetting where it matters most.
Beneficial-Ownership Tree
Complete ownership structure traced to natural persons
Proof of Funds
Source of funds verification for investment/large prepayments
External Watchdog Checks
Sanctions lists, AMLC advisories, adverse media screening
Cyber Posture
Security questionnaire, DPA registration, ISMS summary (if handling client data)
Site/Video Verification
Call with authorized signatory to confirm operational reality
Validation, Risk Scoring & Monitoring
Validation & Risk Scoring (internal)
  • Identity match: docs ↔ forms verification
  • Operational sanity: address, website, references check
  • Regulatory exposure: sector licenses, data handling review
  • Sanctions/PEP/adverse media: pass / review / fail determination
  • Overall risk tier: Low / Medium / High (with rationale)
  • Decision: Approve / Approve with conditions / Decline
Monitoring & Refresh
  • Light refresh: annually (contact info, permits, GIS)
  • Event-driven refresh: ownership change, adverse news, unusual transactions
  • Document expiry alerts: permits/licenses auto-reminders (30/7 days)
Forms & Statements: KYC Form (sections A–D), Declarations & Consent (accuracy of info, PDPA notice, permission to contact references and run screening), GN Terms (NDA-light, Non-circumvention, Deal-room rules, Fees rails, Code of Conduct)
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