Happy March everyone!
In March 2010, 14 year long years ago, Connect 5000 was created.
Previously, from 2006 to 2010, I was the co-owner of IT Lead Source, a lead gen firm. My partner owned 51% and I owned the rest.
We worked together for 4 years and then I broke off and launched my firm.
It’s been a wonderful ride and I love it thoroughly.
I’m grateful for the freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment it provides me.
I’ve been fortunate to work with some wonderful people along the way.
Here’s an article that sums up why I own my company: https://prosperitythinkers.com/prosperity/entrepreneurs-rule-world/
My family and I recently went to San Diego, CA for spring break to get away from cold Kansas weather and to disconnect a bit.
I highly recommend everyone, especially business owners and entrepreneurs to get away, unplug and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Your work will still be there when you return.
Pictured here is my family and I at the beach! Cheers!
I’m Ray Ruecker with Connect 5000.
Podcast Interview with EAG Group and Jeff Randolph
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Saturday everyone!
I recently was interviewed on EAG’s podcast here in Kansas City.
EAG’s website is https://eagadv.com/ and their specialty is marketing and advertising to small business firms.
They can help with strategic services, creative creation, website development, content creation, and digital and traditional marketing services, among other things.
I’ve known their CEO, Michele Markham, and staff members, Brenda Heffron and Jeff Randolph for quite some time.
Here’s the link to the podcast and less than 20 minutes long! Enjoy!
Happy Veteran’s Day!
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Labor Day!
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Birthday, USA!
/in General /by Ray RueckerPatti Mbachu: Senior BDR Extraordinaire since 2010!
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Sunday!
I met Patti initially sometime in 2010 and I interviewed her in person at Panera Bread.
She was my FIRST employee back then and has been with me for the most part since.
There are a couple of breaks here and there but she’s been with Connect 5000 most of the time.
Patti used to live in the Kansas City metro but moved to Omaha to be near her kids and grandkids.
I drove up to Omaha last week to celebrate Patti, her upcoming birthday, and her wonderful 14 years with us.
Cheers Patti!
Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
/in General /by Ray RueckerEnjoy your 3 day weekend as we remember all U.S. soldiers who have died serving their country!
(Graphic created by Ashton Jarrell.)
Connecting Live As a Company
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Tax Day everyone!
Everyone at Connect 5000 is remote which has its pluses and minuses.
While we are missing a few people, we hosted our first company-wide staff meeting of 2024.
Being located from coast to coast, it is great to be able to come together as a firm.
Questions that people answered to get to know each other better:
Now go pay your taxes!
Happy Easter!
/in General /by Ray RueckerHappy Easter Everyone!
He is Risen, Indeed!
Happy 14th Birthday, Connect 5000!
/in Uncategorized /by Ray RueckerHappy March everyone!
In March 2010, 14 year long years ago, Connect 5000 was created.
Previously, from 2006 to 2010, I was the co-owner of IT Lead Source, a lead gen firm. My partner owned 51% and I owned the rest.
We worked together for 4 years and then I broke off and launched my firm.
It’s been a wonderful ride and I love it thoroughly.
I’m grateful for the freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment it provides me.
I’ve been fortunate to work with some wonderful people along the way.
Here’s an article that sums up why I own my company: https://prosperitythinkers.com/prosperity/entrepreneurs-rule-world/
My family and I recently went to San Diego, CA for spring break to get away from cold Kansas weather and to disconnect a bit.
I highly recommend everyone, especially business owners and entrepreneurs to get away, unplug and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Your work will still be there when you return.
Pictured here is my family and I at the beach! Cheers!
I’m Ray Ruecker with Connect 5000.
Greetings from Trimble’s SKO in Atlanta!
/in Lead Generation /by Ray RueckerHappy Hump Day everyone!
Trimble has been a client of ours throughout the years.
Currently, we have 8 BDR reps assigned there to help with top-of-the-funnel acceleration.
Our team was invited to Trimble’s yearly SKO in Atlanta, Georgia.
Over 900+ employees attended from 35+ countries.
I hadn’t met my key contacts previously in person before this event. Wonderful to have face-to-face time with these great people!
Thank you for the invitation, Trimble!
Pictured here: (Rachel Woodyard, Ray Ruecker, Katelynn Hadjopoulos, Alexa Wolforth, Chelsie Turnbough-Cook)