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Are you looking for a trusted community
to help you grow, scale, and thrive in the
trades and home services industry?

Trades Together is a dynamic and industry exclusive group of business owners in the Trades. This group is  dedicated solely to empowering trade and home service business owners. Membership is open to those who meet our high standards of professionalism and commitment to excellence. All members must pass a background check, provide proof of business insurance, and hold a current license if required by their state.

We proudly collaborate with the following industries to ensure our network represents the very best of the best:

Trades

  • Core Industrial & Manufacturing
  • Steel & Metal Fabrication
  • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
  • Chemical & Petrochemical Manufacturing
  • Plastics & Injection Molding
  • Food & Beverage Processing
  • Textiles & Apparel Production
  • Cement & Aggregate Production
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • Aerospace Manufacturing
  • Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing
  • Furniture Manufacturing
  • Paper & Pulp Production
  • Rubber Products Manufacturing
  • Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing
  • Electronics Manufacturing
  • Industrial Services & Equipment
  • Welding & Custom Fabrication
  • CNC Machining Services
  • Industrial Coatings & Painting
  • Heat Treating & Finishing
  • Calibration & Testing Services
  • HVAC/R (Industrial Systems)
  • Compressor & Pump Services
  • Tooling & Industrial Supplies Distributors
  • Marine & Industrial Electrical Contractors
  • Logistics, Packaging & Transportation
  • Logistics & Supply Chain Management
  • Warehousing & Distribution
  • Crating & Industrial Packaging
  • Pallet Manufacturing & Repair
  • Cold Storage Logistics
  • Material Handling & Conveyor Systems
  • Transportation (Ground, Rail, Marine)
  • Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure
  • Industrial Construction & Contracting
  • Civil & Structural Engineering
  • Environmental Services (Remediation, Spill Response
  • Utility Infrastructure (Power, Gas, Water)
  • Marine Construction (Ports, Wharves)
  • Road & Rail Contractors (Industrial Focus)
  • Professional & Support Services
  • Industrial IT Services & Automation
  • Cybersecurity for Industrial Systems
  • Telecommunications Infrastructure
  • Energy Consulting (Oil, Gas, Renewables)
  • Water & Wastewater Management
  • Environmental Compliance Consultants
  • Defense Contractors (Industrial Supply Chain)
  • Agriculture Equipment & Systems
  • Printing & Industrial Publishing

Who We Are

Trades Together is a vetted community of blue-collar business owners, dedicated to bridging key educational resources with practical strategies to help you make more money and scale your business effectively. We simplify the “how” by providing clear, actionable direction to attract more customers, hire the right team, and achieve profitability—all without unnecessary stress or guesswork.

Members meet over a complimentary lunch once a month, where they are guided by a professional leader and engage with expert speakers presenting on a variety of topics—all carefully chosen to help grow your business. These meetings are designed to inspire actionable insights and equip you with the tools to succeed in today’s competitive market.

Our focus on excellence, transparency, and fostering connections makes “Trades Together” a trusted partner not only for our members but also for those they collaborate with. Let us help you build the business and future you deserve.

Residential

Commercial

Professional Services

Education & Service Vetting

At Trades Together, we equip our members with the tools they need to succeed through NIA University, our comprehensive online learning platform. With approximately 90 hours of training on a wide range of business topics—spanning marketing, sales, and scaling—we provide actionable insights to help trade and home service professionals grow their businesses effectively.

In addition, we strategically partner with top-tier business service providers to connect our members with reliable, high-quality resources. Say goodbye to the frustration of searching for dependable providers—our vetted partnerships ensure you get the support you need to grow and thrive.

We started Network In Action in 2014.
Our goals was to "build relationships that last a lifetime."
See the full story behind Network In Action.

Scott Talley

Founder

Trades Together: 4 Phases to Maximize Business Growth

Trades Together: 4 Phases to Maximize Business Growth

PHASE 1: Revenue Building

  • Master the art of meaningful relationships.
  • Learn how to ask for what you need.
  • Gain marketing insights and strategies to increase visibility.
  • Boost your income quickly through organic marketing efforts and relationship building.

PHASE 2: Processes & Structure

  • Discover how to hire the right team to sustain and support growth.
  • Implement processes and systems that ensure efficient operations and scalability.
  • Transition from working in your business to working on your business.
  • Access training on effective scaling and growth strategies.

PHASE 3: Profitability & Acquisition Ready

  • Learn how to build and maintain a highly profitable business.
  • Organize and optimize your financials to appeal to banks and investors.
  • Explore the roadmap to acquiring other businesses in your industry.

PHASE 4: Acquisition & Wealth Building

  • Access resources and training to grow wealth through strategic acquisitions.
  • Master investment strategies to build and sustain long-term wealth.

Are you looking for a trusted community to help you grow, scale, and thrive in the trades and home services industry?