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1. Network Pods
Chris Lakatos, CEO & President
866-577-PODS
info@networkpods.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 4th Networking Expo
Troy, MI: Metro-Detroit’s leading business to business relationship development firm,
Network Pods, has taken on the task of introducing 150 business professionals to one
another in a vibrant day of business networking and professional growth. “This is not a
traditional expo where exhibitors are set at tables and people roam the isles,” says Chris
Lakatos, CEO and President of Network Pods. “This is about groups of people getting
down to the basics of simply having a conversation in a more structured networking
environment, which Network Pods is known for.”
The format of this non traditional expo is a high energy day filled with conference room
speed networking sessions, professionals speakers and the Atrium of Automation Alley
filled with conversations and introductions all happening in tandem with one another.
“Imagine the rooms buzzing with excitement and those critical first introductions being
simple to make instead of painful and awkward,” says Lakatos.
Plus the Pod People have hinted to a special announcement surrounding the
redevelopment of their new web presence which in January of 2008 will take their
company national.
Save the date – December 4th with doors opening at 8:30 for an early morning continental
breakfast. Snacks and a special luncheon are included in the $15 fee for Network Pods
Members and $25 for non members, $30 at the door pricing. RSVPs are highly suggested
due to the rigid ‘first come, first served’ agenda for speakers and sessions. Save your spot
today.
Network Pods has been introducing thousands of people to one another in the Metro-
Detroit area for over two years now hosting events using conference call lines and posh
upscale locations for their signature speed networking, moderated events. Network Pods
is about bringing people together to discover opportunities.
RSVP for this event by emailing linda@networkpods.com or call her at 248-723-3967.
For all the details on this event go to www.networkpods.wordpress.com. Thank you to
the sponsors who are making this event possible for the low entry fee that’s available:
Flagstar Bank, Regus and Dale Carnegie.

2. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE :: 1/14/09
NETPODS
PO Box 951
Birmingham, MI 48012
www.netpods.com
www.capitalbug.com
www.networkpods.com
CONTACT: Chris Lakatos
248-330-0437 or chrislakatos@gmail.com
NetworkPODS Knows Business Networking
NETPODS is the flagship company that has launched one resource blog
(CapitalBUG.com) focused on obtaining investment capital and another
(NetworkPODS.com) which targets the business to business networking niche in the US.
After almost two years, NetworkPODS has re-launched this week with a new audience,
mission and scope in mind.
“We had some misfortunes in 2008 with a vendor that did not produce our new
NETPODS web platform,” states Chris Lakatos, founding partner of NETPODS. “It put
us a year behind, but now we’ve dusted ourselves off and found a way to turn the adverse
situation into an opportunity.”
NetworkPODS.com is a wealth of information on everything business networking. This
includes a multi (US) regional calendar of events, articles on best practices and featured
content on various programs and initiatives. Details on regional business networking
groups and online resources are soon to follow this initial launch.
The site was modeled after the ‘Pod’ concept NETPODS introduced to the Metro-Detroit
area in 2005.
“A Pod was never quite understood. People were confused by this new term,” shares
Lakatos. “It is actually simple; relevant information condensed into one space online.
You have a topic of interest, NETPODS will hyper-focus and condense all sorts of
information into one easy-to-understand channel.”
NETPODS has a history of hosting events and initiatives that infuse new life into the
Metro-Detroit economy. This philosophy of service to the business community continues
with CapitalBUG and NetworkPODS. NetworkPODS creates a space online that will
help business professionals interested in networking across all industries and geographic
region. The goal has always been and continues to be that of introducing people to one
another in an effort to encourage new opportunities for growth.

3. NetworkPODS.com officially launched January 12, 2009, with portions of the site still
under construction. Lakatos wanted to push the information to the public in stages since
every day there are ample business opportunities brewing throughout the US.
Check out http://networkpods.com for more details or contact chrislakatos@gmail.com or
at 248-330-0437 for information on the blog launch. And be on the look-out for the roll-
out of additional information on both NetworkPODS.com and CapitalBUG.com.
NETPODS is a data content provider for search applications. The company is
headquartered in Troy, MI and has been actively focused on helping small businesses use
interactive media to market themselves since October 2005. NETPODS owns two online
properties, capitalbug.com and networkpods.com.
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4. Network Pods
Chris Lakatos, CEO & President
866-577-PODS
info@networkpods.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Network Pods Adds Vibrant Luncheon Speakers for
December 4th Networking Event
Troy, MI: Network Pods is excited to announce luncheon speakers for the upcoming
December 4th Mega Networking Event hosted at Automation Alley. The topic is Building
Networking Relationships with speakers Terry Bean, Networked Inc. and Charlie
Wollborg, Curve Detroit. “With the addition of these two speakers I feel as though the
enjoy-ability factor and content-value of this event has increased ten fold,” said Chris
Lakatos, CEO and President of Network Pods.
Terry Bean is the owner of Networked Inc, a company that focuses on connecting
business professionals and companies with the resources they need to expand and grow.
Charlie Wollborg is the self proclaimed ‘Chief Troublemaker’ at the amazing marketing
firm, Curve Detroit. Both Bean and Wollborg share a passion of connecting people and
speaking about business networking. Their luncheon presentation will focus on building
relationships with your prospective and current customers.
Save the date – December 4th with doors opening at 8:30 for an early morning continental
breakfast. Snacks and a special luncheon are included in the $15 fee for Network Pods
Members and $25 for non members, $30 at the door pricing. RSVPs are highly suggested
due to the rigid ‘first come, first served’ agenda for speakers and sessions. Save your spot
today.
Network Pods has been introducing thousands of people to one another in the Metro-
Detroit area for over two years now hosting events using conference call lines and posh
upscale locations for their signature speed networking, moderated events. Network Pods
is about bringing people together to discover opportunities.
RSVP for this event by emailing linda@networkpods.com or call her at 248-723-3967.
For all the details on this event go to www.networkpods.wordpress.com. Thank you to
the sponsors who are making this event possible for the low entry fee that’s available:
Flagstar Bank, Regus and Dale Carnegie.

5. NETWORK PODS
FOR JANUARY 2006 RELEASE
CONTACT: CHRIS LAKATOS
NETWORK PODS
CHRIS@NETWORKPODS.COM
NETWORK PODS OFFERS NEXT-GENERATION NETWORKING THROUGH ONLINE
GROUPS, CONFERENCING & MEETINGS USING VOIP TECHNOLOGY
Web Business Community uses newest technology to update business networking
TROY, MI – In business it’s all about “who you know and who knows you”. For a business to
increase sales it must have a dynamic, aggressive marketing plan and a vision for the future. Network
Pods (www.networkpods.com) introduces the world to one another by offering online networking
groups, an online speakers bureau, and online conferencing and meetings using Voice Over Internet
Protocol (VOIP) technology.
A Network “Pod” is a group of business professionals who work to grow more business
together than each would have achieved alone in their individual promotional efforts. Business
professionals may join a networking pod or start one of their own as a Pod Captain. Pod Captains have
the ability to create and grow their own site filled with interactive promotional tools specifically
designed to attract new members and visitors. Each member can develop a custom profile page acting
as an interactive brochure online that tells their pod team and visitors about his/her business.
There are four membership levels from which to choose, ranging in price from $25 to $85 per
month. Every pod member has the ability to highlight their business through PDF uploads and MP3s,
with top-level membership touting a customized FLASH commercial. Online discussions and events
are archived as podcasts and can be downloaded to iPods for later listening.
“The concept of networking groups isn’t new. We’ve just taken it a giant step forward using the
latest technology available and added the convenience of being online,” says Chris Lakatos, owner and
developer of Network Pods. “Business owners who join or start a pod can get the networking benefits
similar to that of a chamber of commerce or networking group. Since we are online, networking can be
24/7; whenever it’s convenient for the pod member. Business leaders can host online seminars or
events from the comfort of their laptop.”
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“The purpose of a pod is to capture the attention of prospective customers, obtain new business
and maintain a solid customer base,” adds Lakatos. “Industry leaders know to focus their time and
resources in a way that maximizes their promotional networking. Network Pods provides an effective
and innovative web based software that is easy to use and could potentially increase a pod member’s
prospective client base 100-fold or more.”
A graduate of Baker College, Chris Lakatos has business experience ranging from Corporate
America to her own retail gift basket operation and wellness company. The idea for Network Pods
came to her in early 2005 while trying to market products for her wellness company and network
professionals from all walks of life.
Network Pods is currently seeking members for its existing Pods and Pod Captains dedicated to
growing their own Pods. For more information on Network Pods and interviews with Chris Lakatos
please call 866/577-PODS or at www.networkpods.com.
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