Before revenue. Before systems. Before scale. There must be connection. Business is ultimately about people. Relationships drive opportunity. Trust drives transactions. Community drives momentum. We chose Connection as a core pillar because: - Growth happens in proximity. - Opportunities flow through networks. - Referrals are built on trust. - Long-term sustainability requires strong relational foundations. In the SME and entrepreneurial space too many operators feel isolated. They’re building behind closed doors without access to the right rooms, conversations, or partnerships. The Business Cartel exists to change that. We are building: - Strategic rooms - Aligned partnerships - High-level conversations - Access to people moving at the same level Connection is the gateway to expansion