In The Looop - 01.28.2026 Edition

Jan 27
3 min read

Welcome back 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!

If it’s your first time, here’s how to get the most out of this newsletter:

Reply with YOUR INTEREST in any relationships I share here.
◉ If you want to meet one of the people below, ASK!
>> Don’t hold back!
◉ Networking? Exploring business? All fair game.
>> Just be upfront. I might already have a heads-up on what to expect.

Reply with a CLEAR REASON WHY you want to connect.
◉ I need context to propose a thoughtful intro that actually adds value.

Reply even if you have NO interest today.
◉ Say ‘Hi’. Update me!
>> The point is to help keep our relationship alive and well.

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.

Dan Nelson helps founders understand startup economics and make clearer financial decisions. He is the founder of StartupEcon.

Dan is looking to connect with early-stage founders focused on improving financial clarity.

Introductions to founders, operators, or potential consulting clients are welcome as he continues growing StartupEcon and prepares to launch RightViewFinance.

Jessica Hallahan helps professionals and business owners streamline lead generation and networking on LinkedIn. She is the founder of Journey To Yourself101.

She is looking to connect with business owners focused on growth and effective systems.

Introductions to Jessica can open opportunities for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and strategic networking in the Philadelphia and New Jersey areas.

Branislav Valuh helps founder-led businesses with product or service-market fit build structured sales and marketing processes and expand into the U.S. market through Vaneco, Inc.

He is looking to connect with companies outside the U.S. that are ready to grow their operations or enter the U.S.

Introductions to Branislav can create opportunities for building outbound sales strategies and scalable revenue operations.

Marc Mustachio helps businesses in Tampa, Florida, strengthen their branding, marketing, and digital presence, often acting as an outsourced marketing team for small to mid-sized B2B companies. Find out more at Kraus Marketing.

He is looking to connect with Tampa-based businesses, COIs, and long-term local contacts who could benefit from strategic marketing support.

Introductions to Marc can open doors for collaborative opportunities and meaningful regional networking.

Jen Hamilton helps fractional COOs and operators build supportive communities through training, certification, and referral opportunities.

She is looking to connect with other fractional COOs and operations professionals for collaboration, insight-sharing, and client referrals.

Introductions to Jen can expand peer connections, provide practical tools, and support professional growth. Learn more at Hamilton COOs.

We’re always open to thoughtful introductions within the Well Aware Network! ~➤ If you’re curious how people are selected or how to get involved, you can learn more here.

Curious about the connections we’ve built? ~➤ Check out the relationships Well Aware has established and nurtured over the years in the In The Looop Network Archive.

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