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# Influence Board

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## Posts

- [Turning Vendor Noise Into Purpose: A Conversation with Matt Watkins](https://influenceboard.com/matt-watkins/) - In a noisy world full of meetings and distractions, Matt’s figured out how to tune into what matters and how to make each conversation count through Influence Board.
- [What It Feels Like When Every Vendor Pitch Reaches You, and How One Executive Took Her Time Back.](https://influenceboard.com/brianne-bustos-interview/) - In this coffee chat, CIO Brianne Bustos opens up about managing nonstop vendor outreach, deflecting cold messages with clarity, and using Influence Board to make space for purposeful meetings that support causes she cares about. A candid look at leadership, time, and giving back on her own terms.
- [Cutting Through the AI Noise on LinkedIn](https://influenceboard.com/cutting-through-the-ai-noise-on-linkedin/) - Cut through AI noise on LinkedIn. Influence Board helps executives filter vendor outreach and create intentional meetings that support causes they care about.
- [A Smarter Way to Get Meetings with Decision-Makers](https://influenceboard.com/a-smarter-way-to-get-meetings-with-decision-makers/) - Done-for-you outreach service designed to help vendors and startups get meetings with decision-makers through cause-driven messaging.
- [Transforming Business Connections with Concierge Service and Purpose](https://influenceboard.com/transforming-business-connections-with-concierge-service-and-purpose/) - In a world filled with overwhelming cold sales emails, finding meaningful professional connections can be a daunting task. Executives are bombarded with messages daily, often struggling to discern which meetings are worth their time. Jay Allen, founder of Influence Board, saw this frustration and turned it into a solution that not only makes business connections
- [Influence Board: Leveling the Playing Field Between Decision-Makers and Innovators Through Charity](https://influenceboard.com/investing-charity-innovation/) - By Jon Stojan, Contributor Investing.com Influence Board redefines business dynamics in the modern landscape, focusing on collaboration, innovation, and goodwill. Influence Board is a platform that connects decision-making executives to those with innovative proposals to bring to them, cutting out the noise and flooded inboxes of cold outreach and revolutionizing how business is done. By
- [USA Today Spotlight: Influence Board Combines Innovation and Social Good.](https://influenceboard.com/usa-today-influence-board/) - By Chris Gallagher, Contributor USA Today Founded in 2017 by CEO Jay Allen, Influence Board aims to resuscitate corporate culture with a whole new way of organizing meetings and achieving change. The platform revises the cold outreach method, trimming the fat and making sure that the only meetings taken are the necessary ones. Both meeting
- [Announcing the Addition of Lisa Cline, former COO of Fortune Media, to the Executive Board.](https://influenceboard.com/lisa-cline-joins-influence-board/) - The Influence Board (TIB) today announced the addition of media executive Lisa Cline to their Board of Directors. Lisa comes to TIB with a deep background in executive collaboration having held key leadership roles within Time and Fortune over the past 20+ years. In addition to serving as COO for Fortune Media, Lisa led the
- [“Executive Endorsed” Path to Sales Meetings.](https://influenceboard.com/news-executive-endorsed/) - After 10 years of development and multiple pilots of different implementation models, The Influence Board announces the long-awaited commercial launch of a new business development tool for securing sales meetings with hard-to-reach business leaders! “In the world of sales, cold calling is dead. Warm introductions are even difficult to secure and often not well received”,
- [CFO100 Adopts Influence Board](https://influenceboard.com/news-cfo/) - The CFO100 provides the Top CFOs in Colorado access to The Influence Board to raise funds for charity The CFO100 boasts a membership of the CFOs from the 100 largest companies in Colorado.“Providing metered access to the office of a CFO is a constant challenge. The Influence Board helps CFOs manage the hundreds of solicitations
- [IHRIM Provides Member Access to Influence Board](https://influenceboard.com/news-ihrim/) - IHRIM, the International Association for Human Resource Information Management, and Influence Board today announced a partnership to foster more automated and relevant collaboration among members while raising significant funding for IHRIM’s educational initiatives. IHRIM is the community for sharing expert knowledge that leverages HR systems, technologies, and analytics for business excellence. This new partnership will
- [RVC Joins Influence Board to Expand Collaboration Among Members](https://influenceboard.com/news-rvc/) - The Rockies Venture Club (RVC) and Influence Board today announced a partnership to foster more automated and relevant collaboration among members while raising important funding for RVC initiatives. Founded in 1985, the Rockies Venture Club is Colorado’s premier organization for networking, education, and connection between companies and capital along the Front Range and beyond. This
- [SMEI joins Influence Board to Facilitate Collaboration](https://influenceboard.com/news-smei/) - SMEI and Influence Board today announced a partnership to foster more automated and relevant collaboration among members while raising important funding for SMEI initiatives. SMEI is the worldwide professional association for sales and marketing. This new partnership will facilitate SMEI’s continuing work to create meaningful collaboration between industry leaders and business partners while elevating corporate
- [FTC Partners with Influence Board to Make a Social Impact](https://influenceboard.com/news-ftc/) - The Florida Technology Council (FTC) and Influence Board today announced a partnership to create meaningful collaboration between executives and potential business partners. “The Influence Board platform allows our executives to manage requests for their time in a way that accelerates relevant collaboration while supporting worthy nonprofits, without a cost to our members,” said James Taylor,
- [CXO Adopts Influence Board](https://influenceboard.com/news-cxo/) - CXO provides its executive members access to The Influence Board to raise funds for charity CXO boasts a membership of some of the top executives of the largest companies, as well as leaders in private equity, venture capital, top universities, etc.“Our CXO members played a prominent role in architecting The Influence Board platform in an
- [HR100 Adopts Influence Board](https://influenceboard.com/news-hr100/) - The HR100 provides its prominent HR Leaders access to The Influence Board to raise funds for charity. The HR100 boasts a membership of 150+ Chief HR Officers from the largest employers in Colorado.“Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an ever-growing part of what a CHRO must achieve as the human capital leader of the organization. The
- [IFO Adopts Influence Board](https://influenceboard.com/news-ifo/) - The Institute of Financial Operations Joins The Influence Board to Facilitate Rewarding Collaboration Among Members. The Institute of Financial Operations and Influence Board today announced a partnership to foster more automated and relevant collaboration among members while raising important funding for The Institute of Financial Operations initiatives. IFO is the premier professional association for individuals

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- [Home](https://influenceboard.com/) - The only “cold outreach” sales process endorsed by business leaders. Secure Meetings with hard-to-reach business influencers by donating to the worthy causes they love.
- [Privacy Policy](https://influenceboard.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy PRIVACY POLICYLast updated July 31, 2026This Privacy Notice for The Influence Board, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our"), describes how and why we might access, collect, store, use, and/or share ("process") your personal information when you use our services ("Services"), including when you:Visit our website at http://www.influenceboard.com or any website of ours that links
- [How it Works - Concierge](https://influenceboard.com/concierge/) - Business Leaders Have Rewritten the Rules for Outreach. Thousands of executives architected an approved method for vendor outreach — a process they endorse and continue to use. Influence Board manages the entire process on your behalf, right up to securing the meetings you want. Book a Call Designed by the Very Executives You’re Trying to
- [How it Works - Meeting Requester](https://influenceboard.com/meeting-requester/) - Get in front of the executives who matter. On their terms, through philanthropy. Reach the leaders you've been trying to meet — with a request that's relevant, welcomed, and backed by a cause they care about. You only pay when an exec accepts. LEARN MORE A Process Crafted by Business Influencers Themselves Unlock the potential
- [How it Works - Vendor Redirect](https://influenceboard.com/new-model-for-executive-access/) - The executives you want to meet are already here. Book a quick call and we'll show you who's available for your space -- and walk you through how it works. Book a Call Want the full picture first? Learn how Concierge works.
- [How It Works - Product](https://influenceboard.com/product/) - The only executive access platform built on mutual respect. Submit and accept conversation requests seamlessly while making meaningful donations to your Business Influencer’s worthy causes. Get started How it Works: 4 Simple Steps Our platform is purposefully designed to cater to both Business Influencers and Meeting Requesters, ensuring a seamless experience for all. While the
- [Pricing & Refund Policy](https://influenceboard.com/refund-policy/) - Pricing & Refund Policy Pricing Information Free for Business Influencers raising money by offering their time! For Meeting Requesters who want to secure time, the good news is that you pay nothing unless you secure the conversation you want! When the conversation is secured and agreed to by the Business Influencer, you will receive an
- [How it Works - Vendor Signup (Concierge)](https://influenceboard.com/concierge-get-started/) - The executives you want to meet are already here. Book a quick call and we'll show you who's available for your space -- and walk you through how it works. Book a Call Want the full picture first? Learn how Concierge works.
- [Executive Access Pilot](https://influenceboard.com/executive-access-pilot/) - You’ve Been Invited to the Executive Access Pilot We’re finalizing a select group of partners to participate in a pilot that gives you direct access to 1,500+ executives — creating more relevant, meaningful conversations while supporting causes those executives personally care about. Book a Call Curious on who's on the platform? Download a sample list.
- [About - Our Vision](https://influenceboard.com/about/) - Our vision. Current cold-outreach methods to secure conversations with Business Influencers are disruptive, inefficient and unwanted. We envision a future where Business Influencers take back control and manage the process in a way that ensures conversations are aligned, efficient, and impactful. Conversations are founded on mutual value, shared transparency, and respect for everyone's time. We
- [About - Our Team](https://influenceboard.com/our-team/) - Our team. With a strong emphasis on facilitating fruitful collaborations, our team comprises accomplished professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds. Our collective knowledge and extensive network provide invaluable insights and guidance to organizations seeking to enhance their strategic decision-making processes. Through our innovative approach and commitment to excellence, our team empowers businesses to thrive in
- [How it Works - Business Influencer](https://influenceboard.com/business-influencer/) - You’ve Achieved Influence. Now Wield it for Good. Join the only executive-designed platform where your time can instantly be monetized to fund worthy causes and inspire students. Set a value for your time, choose causes to support, and prioritize requests for your time by those willing to also make a social impact. Join thousands of
- [Compliance](https://influenceboard.com/compliance/) - Compliance FAQs The Influence Board is a platform that helps executives fund the charitable causes they are passionate about by enabling them to offer their time in return for a meaningful donation to a worthy cause. Because Influence Board platform was architected by a panel of Senior Officers from major companies, they took into consideration
- [How it Works - LinkedIn](https://influenceboard.com/linkedin/) - Adding your Influence Board Profile Link as a Custom Button: Click on “Me” in the top navigation Click on the “Add Custom Button” button in your profile's first section. (Note: Custom Buttons are only visible if you have Premium). Select the “Link” option and enter your Influence Board profile link as the link. This can
- [How it Works - LinkedIn - OLD (GIFS)](https://influenceboard.com/linkedin-copy/) - Streamline Your LinkedIn Requests. Make a Meaningful Impact with Your MeetingsBy directing people to your Influence Board profile for meeting requests, you streamline the process by ensuring they review your approved topics upfront. This approach not only helps manage the volume of requests you receive each month but also empowers you to raise funds for
- [Candidate Portal](https://influenceboard.com/candidate-portal/) - A New Type of Board: For Business Leaders Wanting to Maximize the Social Impact of their Limited Time! Board members allocate as little as 1-hr/month to: Have a Business Conversation with someone willing to make a meaningful donation to a worthy cause of your choice, or Have a Mentoring Conversation with a student or entrepreneur
- [Social Impact](https://influenceboard.com/social-impact/) - Our Worthy Causes Apply to Become a charity!
- [News](https://influenceboard.com/news/) - News.
- [Partners - IHRIM](https://influenceboard.com/ihrim/) - You've been sponsored by: IHRIM On Influence Board Platform As a friend of IHRIM - Human Resources Information Management, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The
- [Contact Us](https://influenceboard.com/contact/) - Contact Us Have a question, suggestion, or need assistance? Our dedicated support team is ready to assist you. Email us today at contact@influenceboard.com or by using the contact form below and we'll promptly address your inquiries or provide guidance to enhance your experience. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're committed to ensuring that you
- [Mentee](https://influenceboard.com/mentee/) - Seek Mentorship on Influence Board! Simple 3 Step Process Explore our platform to discover business influencers who align with your interests and goals. Use our search feature to find the perfect mentors for you. Check out our list of mentors! Submit your conversation request, expressing your admiration for their work and how their insights can
- [Lisa Cline](https://influenceboard.com/lisa-cline/) - Announcing the Addition of Lisa Cline, former COO of Fortune Media, to the Executive Board. July 29, 2024 The Influence Board (TIB) today announced the addition of media executive Lisa Cline to their Board of Directors. Lisa comes to TIB with a deep background in executive collaboration having held key leadership roles within Time and
- [Partners - Our Network](https://influenceboard.com/our-network/) - Who are these influential leaders committed to making a difference in the world? Influence Board members are influential because they "step forward" when change is needed. Their leadership in promoting the allocation of time each month to fund worthy causes and impact the lives of students and entrepreneurs demonstrates this personality trait. Join the leaders
- [Partners - SMEI](https://influenceboard.com/smei/) - You've been invited by: SMEI To Join Influence Board As a friend of SMEI - Advancing Sales & Marketing, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below to set up your Meeting Requester profile and begin securing conversations with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! Get
- [Partners - SIM CO Women](https://influenceboard.com/sim-co-women/) - You've been sponsored by: SIM Women Colorado On Influence Board Platform As a friend of SIM Women Colorado, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The Partnership:
- [Partners - SIM CO](https://influenceboard.com/sim-co/) - You've been sponsored by: SIM Colorado On Influence Board Platform As a friend of SIM Colorado, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The Partnership: SIM Colorado
- [Partners - SIG](https://influenceboard.com/sig/) - You've been sponsored by: SIG On Influence Board Platform As a friend of SIG - Sourcing Interest Group, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The Partnership:
- [Partners - RVC](https://influenceboard.com/rvc/) - You've been sponsored by: Rockies Venture Club On Influence Board Platform As a friend of RVC - Rockies Venture Club, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE
- [Partners - IFO](https://influenceboard.com/ifo/) - You've been sponsored by: The Institute of Financial Operations On Influence Board Platform As a friend of IFO - The Institute of Financial Operations, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern
- [Partners - IAOIP](https://influenceboard.com/iaoip/) - You've been sponsored by: IAOIP On Influence Board Platform As a friend of IAOIP (International Association of Innovation Professionals), you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The
- [Partners - HR100](https://influenceboard.com/hr100/) - You've been sponsored by: The HR 100 On Influence Board Platform As a friend of The HR 100 - A Private Network of Chief HR Officers, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient
- [Partners - HIMSS CO](https://influenceboard.com/himss-co/) - You've been sponsored by: HIMSS - Colorado Chapter On Influence Board Platform As a friend of HIMSS - Colorado Chapter, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE
- [Partners - FTC](https://influenceboard.com/ftc/) - You've been sponsored by: Florida Technology Council On Influence Board Platform As a friend of FTC - Florida Technology Council, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE
- [Partners - EMC](https://influenceboard.com/emc/) - You've been sponsored by: Emerging Markets Coalition On Influence Board Platform As a friend of EMC - Emerging Markets Coalition, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE
- [Partners - CXO](https://influenceboard.com/cxo/) - You've been sponsored by: CXO On Influence Board Platform As a friend of CXO, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! Get Started The Partnership: CXO | Influence Board JAY
- [Partners - CFO 100](https://influenceboard.com/cfo100/) - You've been sponsored by: The CFO 100 On Influence Board Platform As a friend of The CFO 100 - A Private Network of Senior Finance Executives, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient
- [Partners - AZTC](https://influenceboard.com/aztc/) - You've been sponsored by: Arizona Technology Council On Influence Board Platform As a friend of Arizona Technology Council, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! CLAIM YOUR PROFILE The Partnership:
- [Partners - Sandler](https://influenceboard.com/sandler/) - You've been sponsored by: Sandler On Influence Board As a friend of Sandler, you've been generously provided free access to Influence Board. See the steps below and Claim your Profile to begin securing meetings with your prospects in a much more efficient and modern way! Claim Your Profile The Partnership: Sandler | Influence Board DAVID
- [Partners](https://influenceboard.com/partners/) - Experience the power of our partnerships. Strong partnerships are the cornerstone of success in today's interconnected business landscape. When you partner with us you will immediately see the value and feel good about fostering change. Become a partner How Becoming a Partner with us Makes a Difference If you are part of an ecosystem of
- [How It Works](https://influenceboard.com/how-it-works/) - Unlock a new method of sales prospecting Influence Board platform helps you to secure conversations with hard-to-reach Business Influencers by donating to their favorite worthy causes. Get started Harness the Power of Philanthropy How the Platform Works Meeting Requesters Business Influencers help you pre-qualify interest by providing topics relevant to their needs through our platform.
- [How it Works - Meeting Request Timeline](https://influenceboard.com/meeting-request-timeline/) - What happens after I submit a request? Have you ever wondered what transpires once you click that "Submit Request" button? You might be surprised to learn that a multitude of activities happen after the scenes, diligently working to make sure your conversation request gets the attention it needs. Get started How it Works While it
- [Mentoring](https://influenceboard.com/mentoring/) - Use your influence for good! Reserve time each month to impact students, entrepreneurs, and non-profits! Time earmarked to have a:1) Mentoring conversation with a student or entrepreneur.2) Business conversation in return for a meaningful donation to a worthy cause.Make a difference in your community with your limited availability! Get started Increase the Social Impact of
- [Board Requirements](https://influenceboard.com/board-requirements/) - Board Participation Requirements. Must meet one of the following requirements: Director level or up in a company with over $5mil in annual revenues Senior Leader of a significant Non-profit Organization or Educational Institution A recognized leader in the investment community A "Local Leader" who possess a unique capability or reputation Nominated for board participation by
- [Terms of Use](https://influenceboard.com/terms-of-use/) - Terms of Use TERMS OF USELast updated January 01, 2019AGREEMENT TO TERMSThese Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”) and The Influence Board, Inc. ("Company", “we”, “us”, or “our”), concerning your access to and use of the https://influenceboard.com website as well as
- [How it Works - Vendor Deflection](https://influenceboard.com/deflection/) - Vendor Deflection Vendor Deflection is a powerful tool for dealing with the many unsolicited meeting requests you receive each day. What is it? Simply deflect/forward the unsolicited emails you receive to vendors@influenceboard.com before deleting them it serves as an automated filter, ensuring that conversation requests are precisely tailored to your needs and objectives. Say goodbye
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