In The Looop - 02.20.2026 Edition

Where Super-Connectors Keep Their Network Alive

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Conrad Ruiz
February 20, 2026

Hello ,

Welcome to “In The Looop” by Well Aware, helping you make brand new connections and keep them alive!

Welcome back if you’ve been observing In The Looop for a while ~ thank you for sticking with us!

That said, we present this week’s 5 thoughtful relationships that we know by heart: Relationships that sparked real conversations, opportunities, and ideas worth knowing about.

Andrew Murphy (Tide & Ledger) helps service businesses ($500K-$10M), especially in the trades, improve financial clarity by combining bookkeeping with operational insight, so owners can make better decisions and protect margins.

They’re looking to connect with referral partners who support similar companies, including operators, consultants, and service providers working with growing field-service businesses.

Introductions are most valuable to trade and service business owners in that revenue range, as well as professionals who advise them.

Uri Yudewitz (CH Group) helps companies expand into GCC and MENA markets with distribution, partnerships, regulatory guidance, and market entry strategy, especially for healthcare, cosmetics, and functional foods.

He is looking to connect with founders with proven products seeking international expansion without building overseas infrastructure, and networked professionals who can support business development.

Introductions make sense for companies exploring new markets, connectors with strong networks, or organizations needing Middle East distribution or halal certification.

Leo York (Leo Copywriting, LLC) helps organizations and founders secure funding through foundations and build economic development tools that create tangible community impact.

He is looking to connect with business coaches, nonprofit professionals, and foundation liaisons who can support his funding and program initiatives.

Introductions to trusted contacts in the nonprofit and coaching space would be especially valuable, and to proven connectors who drive action and engagement in coaching and nonprofit networks.

Julie Trombley (Savvy System Solutions) helps businesses streamline systems and automations, with expertise in CRMs like Go High Level, Entreport, and Active Campaign. She handles implementation, strategy, and cleanup to ensure systems actually drive results for marketing, sales, and operations.

She’s looking to connect with entrepreneurs and small business owners who need hands-on CRM support without managing an agency.

Introductions make sense for clients or colleagues needing practical system improvements and automation that work.

Joel Mandelbaum helps businesses leverage AI tools to improve LinkedIn outreach and drive digital growth. More details can be found on his website.

He is looking to connect with professionals exploring AI-driven marketing, LinkedIn lead generation, or broader digital growth strategies.

Introductions make sense when contacts could benefit from Growth SamurAI or Growth Ninja, or are actively evaluating AI tools for networking and outreach.

If someone wants to engage, the process is clear: Visit the website, select an agent (about halfway down the homepage), sign up, and then access the full agent list with pricing.

Well Aware helps founders stuck in the day-to-day get support without risk; fractional virtual assistance, no minimum hours, start small, scale as needed.

We are looking to connect with business coaches who see founders struggling to delegate and want a trusted referral partner.

Find out how »HERE.⬀

Introductions to coaches you actually know and trust would be appreciated. We can even review LinkedIn connections to make warm, meaningful intros.

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That’s a wrap for this week!

Your network is only as strong as the relationships you maintain. 

In The Looop by Well Aware keeps those connections active and visible, giving every introduction a real chance to become something meaningful.

Grateful to have you in the Well Aware community!

Until the next intro,

Conrad

WE’RE CURRENTLY LOOKING TO CONNECT WITH

  • Business coaches who guide founders through growth and could connect them with practical delegation support

  • Executives who struggle to keep a system for organizing and performing on meeting notes, action items, and projects

  • Business developers and sales reps who consistently miss follow-ups with important relationships

  • Solopreneurs who’d gladly buy back even one hour a week with the right kind of virtual assistant