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Welcome to Think Big! 

Level Up Your Referral Relationships

Strategic Alliance Accelerator

A curated, invitation only, half-day experience for professionals who are serious about building the strategic relationships that drive

long-term growth.

This is not a networking event. It's a working session built around a proven methodology, a hand selected small group of participants, and a shared commitment to building something real.

You'll leave with a clear framework, real relationships, and a concrete plan for activating your Channel Partner strategy immediately. 

Ideal for Referral-based Businesses

Your next level of growth is
already in the room

The right strategic partners don't happen by accident. They're built intentionally...in curated rooms, with the right methodology and a community designed to keep the momentum alive. 

8-10

Curated participants per Accelerator

4 hrs

Intensive, in person 

IRL

25

Years of refining the process

Strategic Partnerships with no expiration date

Amanda Shuman

Branding, Web & Marketing Expert

"Sandy helps you understand how to quit scheduling 20 coffee chats per month that don't turn into anything long-term and create an actionable plan to build your referral network."

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01 Learn the Methodology

A proven framework for identifying, approaching, and activating strategic alliance partners. Built especially for referral based businesses. 

02 Meet Your Alliance Partners

Every participant is curated. I've made sure that possible alliances are in the room. 

03 Build Your Referral Engine

Leave with a clear plan, activated relationships and a community that keeps generating strategic referral partners for long-term growth. 

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Strategic Alliance Accelerator
San Antonio, TX
Thursday, 05/07/26

Build your Business Ecosystem and Referral Network.

Limited seating for this exclusive in person event.

Apply Now to secure your invitation and code to register. 

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Strategic Alliance Accelerator
Austin, TX
Thursday, 06/04/26

Build your Business Ecosystem and Referral Network.

Limited seating for this exclusive in person event.

Apply Now to secure your invitation and code to register. 

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WHO THIS IS FOR

Built for professionals who grow through relationships

  • Serving small and medium-sized businesses

  • Putting the client first and wanting a wholistic approach to deepen those client relationships

  • Knowing that we can do better for our clients when we surround ourselves with the best of the best and collaborate on behalf of our client's needs

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WHO THIS IS FOR

Legal

Estate Planning
​Business Law

Family Law
Litigation
Elder Law
Employment Law

Consulting & Coaching

Strategy
Operations
Leadership
HR
IT & Security
Value Growth & Exit Strategies



 

Accounting

Tax
Audit
Advisory
Forensic
Bookkeeping
CFO services
Dashboard experts

Financial

Wealth Planning
Financial Planning
Insurance Professionals
401k Specialists
Commercial Banking
Lending

Real Estate & Property

Commercial Realtors
Property Maintenance
Janitorial 
Commercial Landscaping

 

Admin & Support

Sales & Marketing

Marketing
Branding
Social Media
PR 
Copywriting 
Design

Executive Assistance
Conference/Event Planning
Offshore Hiring
Payroll

The Allyance

Every Accelerator Alum is automatically a member of The Allyance community.

Standard membership is free for all Accelerator participants.

Or level up with The Allyance Plus membership for just $79/mo,

no contracts, no commitments, just bonuses galore for as long as you want.  

Templates Tools

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Full directory access

Courses & virtual events

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Outreach scripts, frameworks, and partnership tools so you never start from scratch. Initiate, structure and activate your alliance with confidence. Lead with a professional setup. 

A searchable directory of every Accelerator Alum, complete with socials, ideal client profile, ideal Channel Partner profile. Your next Channel Partner is probably already here. 

A growing library of short, practical courses built around Channel Partner development & Strategic Alliance strategy. Learn at your own pace. And virtual events to hone your skills, get coaching, and learn from others. Apply immediately.

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At Think Big, we’re not just another training provider—we’re a results-driven partner committed to making a meaningful impact on your organization.

 

Our focus on strategic growth and team empowerment ensures that your business not only survives but thrives.

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SANDY'S STORY

Think Big was born from a vision to revolutionize how businesses approach growth and resilience. Founded by Sandy Stewart, a 3x Best Selling Author, Value Growth Expert, and Referral Marketing Strategist, Think Big combines over 19 years of expertise in building sustainable business practices with a proven track record in strategic growth systems.

Sandy’s leadership has been instrumental in helping businesses of all sizes implement practical, scalable strategies for success. Her experience includes founding and consulting for organizations that thrive on innovative solutions, from designing value-driven growth frameworks to optimizing team performance. Over the years, she has worked closely with over 75 types of businesses including law firms, CPA firms, private practices, consulting businesses and corporate teams, enabling them to harness the power of referral marketing systems that drive measurable impact and exponential growth.

At Think Big, our story is about empowering yours. Our approach is rooted in results, sustainability, and creating pathways to lasting success.

Sandy Stewart

Founder, Think Big

3x Best Selling Author

SXSW Innovation Mentor

Public Speaker

Get ready for planning season! 2027 Strategic Planning 
offered November through February

Facilitated Offsites & Strategic Planning Retreats
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Let's Get Acquainted

Is a Strategic Alliance Accelerator right for you? Want to explore if this community can propel your business forward? Let's chat! I'd love to get to know you. No pressure, just a conversation. 

Prefer to work on your own? 

"You are going to learn things that you would never even think to try to learn, because you don't know what you don't know. "

- M. Riley

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