Face to Face Meetings
Bedford Construction Breakfast
A construction based networking event held quarterly, on the second Wednesday of the month, the Bedford Construction Breakfast has been established to facilitate local construction professionals to get together informally for a coffee and buffet breakfast.
Booking : By invitation only
Frequency : Quarterley, See website.
Venue : Corner 5, Box End Park, Box End Rd, Bedford MK43 8RQ
Email : info@constructionbreakfast.co.uk
Web : http://www.bedfordconstructionbreakfast.co.uk/newsite/
Updated : 7 February 2024
Bee Social Women’s Networking
Join us for a buzzing event at The Graze Kitchen Ampthill! Bee Social is a fantastic opportunity for women in Ampthill and surrounding areas to connect and network. Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or simply looking to meet like-minded women, this event is for you. Enjoy a relaxed and informal atmosphere, make new friends, and connect.
Booking : Eventbrite
Cost : £11.55
Frequency : 2nd Friday of the month at 9-11am
Venue : The Graze Kitchen, 4B Bedford Street, Ampthill MK45 2NB
Contact : Natalie Schofield
Tel : 07581 403440
Email : info@alittlesocialbee.com
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bee-social-womens-networking-in-around-ampthill-tickets-794413741887?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Updated : 12 January 2024
BNI (Business Networking International)
Increasing business through a structured system of giving personal referrals, meeting weekly. Membership is open to one member of a trade per group with a membership fee.
BNI Achievers Chapter Bedford
Booking : Via current member invitation, or local group contact
Cost : On application
Frequency : Every Wednesday at 9.30 am
Venue : Brewpoint, Cut Throat Lane, Bedford. MK41 7FY
Web : http://www.bni.co.uk/
Updated : 3 December 2023
BNI Sterling Northampton
Booking : Via current member invitation, or local group contact
Cost : On application
Frequency : Every Thursday at 11.30 am
Venue : The Old Northamptonians RFC, Sir Humphrey Cripps Pavilion, Billing Road, Northampton
Web : http://www.bni.co.uk/
Updated : 3 December 2023
BNI Pavilion Northampton
Booking : Via current member invitation, or local group contact
Cost : On application
Frequency : Every Thursday at 6.45 am
Venue : The Old Northamptonians RFC, Sir Humphrey Cripps Pavilion, Billing Road, Northampton
Web : http://www.bni.co.uk/
Updated :3 December 2023
BNI Ignite Northampton
Booking : Via current member invitation, or local group contact
Cost : On application
Frequency : Every Tuesday at 6.45 am
Venue : The Turnpike, Harpole Turn, Weedon Road, Northampton, NN7 4DD
Web : http://www.bni.co.uk/
Updated : 3 December 2023
Business Buzz
A fresh vibe in business networking, this drop-in session is a great way to catch up with the local business community. This face-to-face drop-in session is a great way to catch up with the local business community. There’s no membership, no pre-booking required. Designed to work with your schedule, there’s no such thing as late with this two-hour drop-in session. Turn up whenever you like before the event closes at 12 noon and stay for 5 minutes or the full two hours. With no membership and no strings attached, it’s never been easier to meet your local business community.
Format of Meeting: Informal networking with a short opportunity to tell everyone your name, company and industry to facilitate more introductions.
Dress Code : SmartCasual
Web : http://www.business-buzz.org
Booking App: app.business-buzz.org
Business Buzz, Bedford
Booking : Pay on our app in advance, or at the event. See above.
Cost : £8+VAT on the door or the app
Frequency : Meeting every first Wednesday of the month between 10am-12pm
Venue : George & Dragon, 39, Mill Street, Bedford, MK403EU
Contact : Leigh Frost
Tel : 01767 222631
Updated : 5 December 2023
Business Buzz, Leyton Buzzard
Booking : Pay on our app in advance, or at the event. See above.
Cost : £8+VAT on the door or the app
Frequency : Meeting once a month between 10am-12pm
Venue : To be arranged
Contact : admin@business-buzz.org
Updated : 5 December 2023
Business Buzz, Milton Keynes
Booking : Pay on our app in advance, or at the event. See above.
Cost : £10+VAT on the door or on the app.
Frequency : Meeting every third Friday of the month between 10am-12pm
Venue : Popworld, 499, Lower Twelfth Street, Milton Keynes MK9 3PY
Contact : Leigh Frost
Tel : 01767 222631
Updated : 5 December 2023
Business Buzz, Northampton
Booking : Pay on our app in advance, or at the event. See above.
Cost : £8+ VAT on the door or on the app.
Frequency : Meeting every third Wednesday of the month between 10am-12pm
Venue : The Barrats Club, Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton, NN2 6HT
Contact : Glen Thomason
Tel : 01604 936866
Updated : 5 December 2023
Business Buzz, Towcester
Booking : Pay on our app in advance, or at the event. See above.
Cost : £8+ VAT on the door or on the app.
Frequency : Meeting every fourth Thursday of the month between 10am-12pm
Venue : The Saracens Head Hotel, 219 Watling Street, Towceter, NN12 6BX
Contact : Ian Taylor
Updated : 5 December 2023
The Business Growth Club is deliberately different to other business networking groups in Milton Keynes. It has a very conversational style driven by a different light theme every week. We expect people around the table to react to whatever you are saying and join the conversation. The whole meeting is conducted sitting down and you will enjoy plenty of time to say whatever you like. There are absolutely no rules at all. Each meeting features a guest speaker delivering their specialist “10-minute Tip”. People around the table then comment on how that might react with their business. Perhaps the only Business Networking Meeting with a menu!!
Booking : Via contact
Cost : £15 including cooked breakfast for visitors; Members £25 per month. Menu
Frequency : Every other Friday between 7.00am and 9.30 am
Venue : Windmill Hill Golf Centre, Tattenhoe Lane, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK37RB
Contact : Mark Orr
Tel : 07903 655169
Email : info@businessgrowthclub.co.uk
Web : www.businessgrowthclub.co.uk
Updated : 6 February 2024
Business Room Events
The Business Room is open to employees, sole traders, SMEs and MLMs who are looking for profitable, professional and practical networking. All our members are very friendly and welcoming with an unwavering commitment to building their business and helping others in the group to achieve the same. We do operate a lock-out approach, which means you can attend a meeting as a visitor or join as a member where your profession slot hasn’t already been taken. This avoids competition within the room and cultivates a culture of support and genuine relationship building. To see which locations are open to your profession, please head over to The Business Room website, where you can see each group and the current members. On each group page, you’ll also find a list of meeting dates with links to easily book on to the date of your choice.
Membership £240
Meeting fee for visitors £30 which covers the meeting, one course brunch or lunch depending on the meeting and tea/coffee
Booking : Via our visitor hub: https://portal.yourbusinessmatters.co/visitor/
Contact : Barbara Hodgson
Phone : 07504 946 585/ 01933 652884
Updated : 6 February 2024
Meetings:
Bedford - 3rd Thursday at The Kingfisher, Cardington Road, Bedford, MK44 3SA. 9.30 to 11.30am
Northampton - 2nd Thursday at The Sun Inn, 9 High Street, Hardingstone, Northampton NN12 8UW. Midday to 2pm
Olney - 2nd Wednesday at the Cherry Tree Restaurant & Bar, 3 High Street, Olney, MK46 4EB. 9.30 to 11.30am
South Northants - 3rd Tuesday at The Fox and Hounds, 44 High Street, Whittlebury, Towcester, NN12 8XJ. Midday to 2pm.
Busy Networking
Our networking groups are friendly, collaborative and profitable for our members. Our venues are amazing, the brunches equally so and we have fun whilst doing business.
Web: https ://www.busynetworking.net/
Cost : Membership is £290+Vat a year and £26 per meeting.
Busy Women Milton Keynes Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : First Wednesday of the month, 9.30 to 11.30am
Venue : The Anchor, The Square, Aspley Guise, MK17 8DF
Contact : Heide Swift
Tel : 01908 991770
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Bedford Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Second Thursday of the month, 9.30 to 11.30am
Venue : Brew Point, Cut Throat Lane, Bedford, MK41 7FY
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel : 01234 244444
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Northampton Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Second Tuesday of the month, 9.30 to 11.30am
Venue : The Chester House Estate, Irchester, NN8 2DH
Contact : Kirsty Parris
Tel : 01908 991770
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Towcester Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Third Wednesday of the month, 9.30 to 11.30am
Venue : The Navingation Inn, Thrupp Wharf, Cosgrove, MK19 7BE
Contact : Kirsty Parris
Tel : 01908 991770
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Networking is your local networking group for Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and London with an online presence. Meets on a monthly basis but continues to do business throughout the month. We are a formidable group of business women who aim to grow our businesses in a professional manner while at the same time getting to know each other better and having some fun along the way.
Web : www.busywomen.net
Cost :Annual membership is £290 (including a 3% Paypal Fee) and meetings are £26 per month
Busy Women Chicheley Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency :Second Monday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue : Chicheley Hall, Chicheley Road, Chicheley, MK169JJ
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel :07957 284851
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Milton Keynes
Booking : Via website
Frequency : First Thursday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue : The George, 1 Watling Street, Little Brickhill, Milton Keynes, MK17 9LZ
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel : 07957 284851
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Ampthill Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Second Thursday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue :The Grove, Houghton Conquest, MK45 3LA
Contact : Natalie Murray
Tel : 01234 930789
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Bedford Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Last Thursday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue :The Woodland Manor Hotel, Green Lane, Clapham, Bedford, MK416EP
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel :07957 284851
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Buckingham Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : Third Monday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue : The Grand Juncion, 13 High Street, Buckingham, MK181NT
Contact :Heide Swift
Tel :01280 731680
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Northampton Group
Booking : Via website
Frequency : ThirdTuesday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue : The White Hart, Hackleton, Main Road, Hackleton
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel : 07957 284851
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
Busy Women Towcester Group
Frequency : Last Wednesday of the month 11.45 – 2.00 pm
Venue : The Navigation Inn, Thrupp Wharf Marina, Cosgrove, MK19 7BE
Contact : Aruna Rao
Tel : 07957 284851
Email : via website
Updated : 5 December 2023
The City Breakfast Club in Milton Keynes stands as the longest-running premier networking event, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the city’s top business leaders. Hosted by MHA Partners, Steve Freeman and Liz Newell, the event features distinguished guest speakers, one of whom will represent a local charity or community initiative. Upon arrival, attendees will be served tea and coffee, along with the option of either a continental or cooked breakfast. The agenda allows ample time for questions and networking, culminating in the event's conclusion at 9 am. Look out for our guest speakers on our website.
Booking : www.citybreakfast.co.uk
Cost : £27.80 includes breakfast
Frequency : 1st Wednesday of the month 7.30-9.00am (Except January & August)
Venue : YMCA, 1 North Sixth Street, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NR
Contact : Jemma Wyman
Tel : 01908 662255
Email : jemma.wyman@mha.co.uk
Web : www.citybreakfastclub.co.uk
Update : 6 February 2024
Collaborate MK
We Hold Nine events and a month . MK Meet up & Gold Membership Business Workshop at different venues, Twice Monthly Virtual, Breakfast, Netwalk & Brunch, Olney, Buckingham & Leighton Buzzard. As a guest you are welcome on one occasion to any event while deciding on membership to meet our members. When you join as a member you will enjoy the fantastic business and social benefits of Collaborate MK Community.
Booking : Via Collaborate MK Website
Cost : Associate £48 annual payment , Bronze - £14 per month or £500 annually, Silver £20 per month or £200 & Gold £47 per month & £500 annually
Frequency : Virtual events Tuesday mornings twice a month 10.30am-12 pm via Zoom. Face-to-face Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday once a month, 4.30pm to 7pm, once a month.
Venue : MK meet up & Gold Workshop - Different venue each month in MK or close proximity. Willen Hospice Café , Olney Rugby Club , University of Buckingham & Leighton Town FC
Contact : Tim Lea
Tel : 0778 652 7845
Email : tim@collaboratemk.co.uk
Web : https://collaboratemk.co.uk/
Updated : 12 February 2024
Enigma Networking Breakfast
Would you like to showcase your business to a group of dedicated local Northampton Businesses who meet up every Wednesday morning for breakfast to promote their business and support each other in growth. You are invited to join us for a great networking breakfast at the Hopping Hare in Duston. The meeting cost just £10 which includes your breakfast.
Booking : Via Website
Cost : £10 payable beforehand
Frequency : Every Wednesday 6.45 - 8.30am
Venue : The Hopping Hare, 18 Hopping Hill Gardens Northampton NN5 6PF
Contact : Tracy Jackson
Tel : 07889 967779
Email : chair@enigmanetworking.co.uk
Web : https://www.enigmanetworking.co.uk/
Updated : 13 January 2024
Entrepreneurs Circle
Membership of Entrepreneurs Circle is not just a networking event. There are access to 38 ‘how to’ guides; attendance at other EC meetings; 44 page monthly magazine; tickets to world class event; Weekly Clinic zoom calls for help from the founder; discounts and deals; etc. EC helps business grow. To see more look at our website.
Booking : Via Website
Cost : £99+VAT per month to join Entrepreneurs Circle
Frequency : 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue : Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, Northampton, NN1 1EW
Contact : Damian Mark Smyth
Tel : 0121 765 5551
Email : support@entrepreneurscircle.org
Web : https://entrepreneurscircle.org/join/
Updated : 11 January 2024
Female Founders Lounge
At the Female Founders Lounge, you'll have the chance to meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for business and innovation. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a supportive environment to share experiences, gain insights, and forge valuable connections.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your network and surround yourself with inspiring women who are making waves in their industries. Come and be a part of a community that celebrates and supports female entrepreneurship!
Booking : Via website
Cost : £9.99
Frequency : 3rd Tuesday of the month 7-9pm
Venue : Aiimi Ltd, 100 Avebury Boulevard Milton Keynes MK9 1FH
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/female-founders-lounge-tickets-763992551287?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Updated : 11 January 2024
GL Business Lunch Club
A professional and informal networking lunch that gives you the opportunity to extend your professional network in a relaxed and informal environment. It is held every three months (see events on website).Booking is essential through Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors.
Booking : Contact from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors or through Eventbrite
Cost : £30
Venue : Hotel La Tour, Central Milton Keynes.
Frequency : Every three months
Contact : Lisa Slade-Carter
Tel : 01908 689326
Website : https://www.geoffreyleaver.com/events/all/gl-business-lunch-club
Email : Lslade-carter@geoffreyleaver.com
Updated :5 December 2023
Good Networking
You can network upon arrival whilst we wait for all attendees to arrive. This will be followed by a brief presentation interlude including introduction from the hosts, presentation from the month’s charity of choice, presentations by sponsors & a quick chance for attendees to introduce who they are and the nature of their business.
Booking : Via Website
Cost : Free
Frequency : Wednesdays 10am – 12am
Venue : 44 Harpur Street, Bedford
Web : https://goodnetworking.uk/
Updated : 5 December 2023
Go To Network
Everyone is welcome (Men & Women) – Friends & colleagues who are currently networking in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Herts and Northants. At our events we want you to make connections, real collaborations and new business friends! We want you to leave feeling elevated, inspired and motivated. Sharing is the key, collaboration works, and sometimes, it really is who you know!
Booking : See website
Cost : £14.25
Frequency : 2nd Thursday of the month, 10am to midday.
Venue : Frosts Garden Centre, Newport Rd, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes
Contact : Samantha Poole
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/goto-networking-mk-tickets 776259161047
Updated : 12January 2024
Leighton Buzzard Business Club
A long standing business group, we are always friendly & welcoming. For local businesses who want business support, help & referrals.
Format of Meeting :Informal networking over coffee, Breakfast at 7.00am and sit down for a 10 minutes speaker. The 1 minute presentations from each person present, a final 5 minute presentation from a member and referrals at the end. The meeting finishes at 8.30am.
Dress Code :Smart/Casual
Booking : email steve@sbfinancial.co.uk
Cost : Visitors £10, Members £39 pm.
Frequency : Weekly, Wednesday at 7am
Venue : The Dukes, Heath & Reach, Leighton Buzzard.
Contact : Steve Baker
Tel : 01296 641868
Email : steve@sbfinancial.co.uk
Web : www.leightonbuzzardbiz.co.uk
Updated : 5 February 2024
LoveBiz Networking Derngate Community
You’ve heard the saying “people buy from people”. Everyone is different – in how we approach people, make connections and how we like to conduct business. So, it’s understandable that we all have different expectations from our networking groups as well. There are a huge number of different groups across the UK. Each one has certain elements or a style that appeals to some more than others. And, to add to the mix, as you gain more experience in your business and confident in your networking, what you want to get from your group changes as well. We might be a little biased, but we do feel that LoveBiz has some definite advantages when it comes to supporting women in business.
Booking : https://www.lovebiznetworking.co.uk/event-details/lovebiz-networking-derngate-community-coffee-catch-up-event-april-2024
Cost : Face to Face £19.50
Frequency : See website for times, dates and whether at venue or online.
Venue : The Hopping Hare, 18 Hopping Hill Gardens, Northampton
Contact : Julie Cameron
Tel : 07876113542
Email : juliecameron@lovebiznetworking.co.uk
Web : https://www.lovebiznetworking.co.uk/derngate-events
Updated : 14 January 2024
Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce Speed Networking & Buffet Lunch
The Chamber’s own networking group.
Booking : Members via website
Cost : £20 + VAT members
Frequency : 11.30am to 1.30 pm
Venue : Horwood House Hotel, Mursley Road, Little Horwood, Milton Keynes, MK17 0PH
Tel : 01908 733082
Email : Events@ChambeMK.co.uk
Web : https://chambermk.co.uk/chamber-events/speed-networking-buffet-lunch/
Updated : 11 January 2024
Milton Keynes NatWest Accelerator Boost Networking Breakfast
As your Local Enterprise Manager, it’s my pleasure to invite you to our new monthly Milton Keynes NatWest Boost Networking Breakfast. Join us at our Entrepreneur Accelerator Hub for a bacon roll, tea or coffee and meet other members of the local business community. This is an informal event to allow local business people to meet and discuss the issues of the day, make new contacts and connections and to build a forum for the local business community. We will kick off with a round of speed networking to get everyone acquainted and then it will be open networking.
Booking : See website
Cost : Free to all
Frequency : Once a month, See website
Venue : NatWest Accelerator Hub, The Centre, Milton Keynes.
Contact : Asy Ho
Tel : 07788347151
Email : asy.ho@natwest.com
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/milton-keynes-natwest-accelerator-boost-networking-breakfast-tickets-557762762437
Updated : 12 January 2024
MKBLP Sporting Lunches in aid of SportsAid (Eastern Region)
Milton Keynes Business Leaders Partnership (MKBLP) is proud to continue the legacy of Milton Keynes' oldest and most famous Sporting Lunch, in aid of SportsAid (Eastern Region).The events are open to MKBLP members and non-members alike and offer a fantastic environment to network, raise funds and see the tangible benefits of your support first-hand.
Booking : Is made via MKBLP website at http://www.mkblp.com/events
Cost : Tables of 10. Half tables of 5 are available, priced at £45 (including VAT) per person.
Frequency : Three times per year, please see the MKBLP website for dates and speaker details.
Venue : Leonardo Hotel, Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK92HP
Timing : 12:15 to 15:00hrs
Dress Code : Business dress
Contact : Gina Harper
Email : gina.harper@mkblp.com
Website : http://www.mkblp.com
Update : 5 February 2024
MKFM
The Meet of MK, sponsored by Facilities Management Solutions, is held at Marco's New York Italian in central Milton Keynes on the last Thursday of every month. Welcome drinks are served from 5pm, guests will enjoy some of Marco's favourite nibbles, networking with like-minded local businesses and organisations. There will also be an update of MKFM, a raffle (so bring your business cards), and some guest speakers with the event closing at 7.30pm. The Meet of MK was launched five years ago as an alternative to some of the already well established networking events in Milton Keynes. The event sees lots of new faces, as well as regular attendees, on the last Thursday of every month as local businesses and charitable organisations connect in a relaxed environment.
Booking : Go to website
Cost : £16.56
Frequency : Monthly, Last Thursday. 5pm-7.30pm
Venue : Marco's New York Italian Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK9 2HQ
Contact : Jo.Ronan@MKFM.com
Tel : 0746 919 5386
Website : https://www.mkfm.com/events/event/mkfms-meet-of-mk/
Update : 27 November 2023
MKGO
MKGO is a semi-annual event bringing together world-renowned digital marketing experts in a relaxed, informal, setting. Occurring roughly twice a year, these events focus on various aspects of digital marketing including SEO (Search Engine Optimisation), Paid Media, CRO (Conversion Rate Optimisation), and CRM (Customer Relationship Management).
Booking : Online via https://aira.net/mkgo/
Cost : Pre paid tickets
Frequency : 2 x per year
Venue : See Website for details
Contact : Matt Beswick
Tel : 01908 669526
Email : mkgo@aira.net
Web : https://aira.net/mkgo/
Updated : 31 January 2024
MK Green Businesses
Welcome to MK Green Businesses – a new, not-for-profit initiative designed to build a community of eco-conscious business owners in a bid to learn, share and improve from each other. Unite like-minded business owners who are passionate about the environment and building a sustainable, eco-friendly, ethical business. Share ideas and advice with other business owners about how to improve corporate sustainability and green operations. Learn from other business owners and guest speakers about ways to implement eco-friendly practices within your business. Hold informed discussions around climate change and ways we can reduce the impact our businesses have. Meet new green suppliers and improve the overall impact of your entire supply chain. Gain business opportunities and promote exclusive discounts and offers to other sustainable business owners
Booking : On Website as with dates, venue and cost.
Contact : Jo Gilbert
Tel : 01908 044 348
Email : Hello@red-giraffe.com
Website : ww.samuelscharity.org.uk
Updated : 31 January 2024
MK Hugspot User Group
MKHUG is a community where inbound marketers and HubSpot users come together to learn, network and share best practices.
Booking : https://events.hubspot.com/milton-keynes/
Cost : Free to attend
Frequency : Roughly 2x per year
Venue : Check website for info
Contact : Kathryn Monkcom
Tel : 01908 669526
Email : info@aira.net
Updated : 31 January 2024
MK Lightening
Our event in Milton Keynes presents a splendid chance to mingle with an eclectic mix of professionals from a myriad of sectors. No matter your career stage – be it a budding entrepreneur embarking on a new venture or a veteran executive with years of experience – our networking event caters to all. This is a golden opportunity to forge meaningful connections, share insights, and learn from the diverse experiences of others. It’s a space where ideas converge, partnerships are formed, and collaborative possibilities are endless.
Booking : Via website or Meetup
Cost : Free
Frequency : Second Wednesday of the month 8-10am.
Venue : Planet Ice, 1 Elder Gate, Milton Keynes. MK9 1DL
Contact : Scott Jones
Tel : 01908 231 230
Email : hello@123internet.agency
Web : https://mkbusinessnetworking.co.uk/
Updated : 23 January 2024
MKPCN
MKPCN is an informal networking event for property development and construction professionals working directly in the industry within our region. MKPCN provides a forum where like-minded professionals can meet and share best practice, discuss current challenges and identify business opportunities for future growth through conversation and relationship building in a relaxed and casual setting.
Booking : See website
Cost : £5
Frequency : Monthly 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue : Revolution Milton Keynes, 602 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3XS
Contact : Kyle Humphries or Sam
Tel : 01908 870730
Email : Info@aureumfinance.co.uk
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mkpcn-february-event-2024-tickets-778218320947
Updated : 15 January 2024
MK Real Life Meet-up
Southwood Social Hub is a community of women supporting those of you that work alone and crave some adult interaction. Loneliness was one of the biggest factors when Hayley created this space but she never anticipated how much business and brilliant collaborations would evolve through networking in this amazing space. If you are a creative woman in business or aspire to be and you are looking to grow your skills and your business you will LOVE it here!!
Booking : See website
Cost : £20 members. Non members can attend one session
Frequency : 3rd Wednesday of the month 11am to 1pm
Venue : Church Lane Bow Brickhill MK17 9LH
Contact : Hayley Southwood
Email : Hayley@southwoodliving.co.uk
Web : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mk-real-life-meet-up-guest-tickets-780674066147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Updated : 11 January 2024
Network in Beds
Founded in 2001, Network in Beds is a friendly fortnightly gathering, aimed at promoting Bedfordshire businesses and sharing information. Meetings involve lively discussions, speeches and presentations, and a referral session, kicking off with the ‘one minutes’ - a chance to introduce yourself, your business and describe your ideal client. And with only one representative from each profession or field in the group, there is no conflict of interest.
Booking : Via Email
Frequency : Alternate Thursday mornings, 7.15 – 9.00am
Venue : Beafeater, Priory Marina, Barkers Lane, Bedford, MK41 9DJ
Contact : Tim
Tel : 01234 404333
Email : tatkinson.es@virginmedia.com.
Web : https://www.nibeds.co.uk/
Updated : 10 January 2024
NNBN
An evening of open networking, member presentation, testimonials, 60 second business intro and much more! Members - Please bring your banners, leaflets and business cards! This group has meetings in other parts of Northamptonshire.
Booking : See website
Cost : Visitors £10
Frequency : Check on website from 7.00-8.30pm
Venue : Town Centre Hotel, Silver Street, Northampton or Delapre Abbey, London Road, Northampton. Check on Website.
Contact : Marie & Simon
Tel : 01536 648383
Email : hello@nnbn.co.uk
Web : https://nnbn.co.uk/events/
Updated : 5 February 2024
Progressive Property Network
Progressive Property Network events across the UK are for property investors of all levels. PPN will inspire, educate and entertain you on your journey to becoming more successful in property. PPN gives you access to a ready-made network of professional property people ready to share a wealth of experience.
PPN Milton Keynes
Cost : £20.83 paid on the website
Frequency : First Thursday of the month, 6.30pm – 9pm
Venue : MK Gallery, 900 Midsummer Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 3QA
Contact : Neil Briggs
Email : miltonkeynes@progressivepropertynetwork.co.uk
Web : https://progressivepropertynetwork.co.uk/event-milton-keynes/
Updated : 7 December 2023
TFI Networking
A weekly networking breakfast, with over 40 members from a wide range of businesses in & around MK. TFI can offer businesses referrals, business support & training as well as being great fun with our social events!
Format : Breakfast
Dress Code : What ever you work in / feel comfortable in
Booking : Visitors can come twice before they decide if they’d like to join, contact Andy.
Cost : £15 (£99 Annual members fee – you get £198 back if you don’t make this fee back in 6 months) Free to visitors for their first two meetings.
Frequency : Every Friday, 6.45 – 8.45am
Venue : Cock Hotel, 72-74 High St, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes MK111AH
Contact : Andy Setterfield - 07703 117443 andy@profileresourcing.co.uk or Andy Harris - 07590 828200 andy@windowpainsmk.co.uk
Web : tfinetworking.co.uk
Updated :11 December 2023
The Athena Network Cappuccino Connections Milton Keynes/Buckingham
Additional members only informal in person networking. To find out more about membership of The Athena Network in the MK or Buckingham area contact Anna. See Athena’s entry in the on-line groups.
Frequency : Held in Milton Keynes on the 4th Friday of each month over lunch, midday - 2pm
Contact : Anna Atkins-Carter
Email : anna.atkinscarter@theathenanetwork.com
Updated : 8th February 2024
The Business Community
At The Business Community, we believe that, with the right support at the right price - any small business can succeed. With our positive attitude of mutual collaboration and a desire to share our collective wisdom and experience, we all have so much to gain:
- Connections & contacts
- Business advice and tips
- Encouragement and support through the dark days
- A pat on the back when things go well
The group runs other meetings in other parts of Northamptonshire.
Cost : £32 per month (cancel at any time)
Dress code : Whatever you are comfortable in
Booking : Via Website (visitors can attend up to 3 times before joining)
Website : https://www.buscomm.co.uk
Contact : Paul Green
Tel : 01604 269 610
Email : paul@buscomm.co.uk
Update : 9 December 2023
BusComm Milton Keynes breakfast
Frequency : Monthly: 4th Thursday at 7.30am – 9.30am
Venue : Windmill Hill Golf Centre, Tattenhoe Lane, Bletchley, MK3 7RB.
Book : https://buscomm.co.uk/mk
Cost : First meeting free then £16 per meeting
BusComm Northampton breakfast
Frequency : Monthly: 3rd Wednesday at 7.30am– 9.30am
Venue : Turnpike Beefeater, Harpole Turn, Weedon Road, Harpole, Northampton, NN74DD
Book : https://buscomm.co.uk/northampton
BusComm Northampton evening
Frequency : Monthly: 4th Thursday at 6.30pm– 8.30pm
Venue : Cheyne Walk Club, 2 Cheyne Walk, Northampton, NN15PU
Book : https://buscomm.co.uk/evening
The Marketing Meetup: Northampton
A positively lovely events for marketers, where you can meet fellow marketing people in a kind and friendly environment.
Booking : TMM Website
Frequency : Bi-Monthly, See website.
Venue : Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, Northampton NN1 1EW
Email : See website for contact information
Web : https://themarketingmeetup.com/location/northampton/
Updated : 7 February 2024
Women in Business Network
An organization that brings together women business owners & employed decision makers of larger companies to network their business in a structured meeting format. WIBN is aimed at small to medium sized businesses wishing to grow their business in an unpressurized & supportive manner. Only one of each profession is represented so the meetings are non-competitive. Visitors can attend once before joining or up to four different local meetings. See website for other groups.
Updated : 11 December 2023 from website.
Website : www.wibn.co.uk
Women in Business Network – Milton Keynes
Booking : Via contact
Cost : £28 for visitors (one event). Membership is £240 per annum and £24 per meeting.
Frequency : First Tuesday of the month 12 noon – 2.00 pm
Venue : The Brasserie, Milton Keynes College Bletchley Campus.
Contact :Edith
Phone : 0780 258 1838
Email : edith.samambwa@wibn.co.uk
Women in Business Network – Leighton Buzzard
Booking : Via Contact
Cost : £28 for visitors (one event). Membership is £240 per annum and £24 per meeting.
Frequency : Third Wednesday of the month 12noon – 2pm
Venue : The Dukes, 7-9 Leighton Road, Heath and Reach, LU70AA
Contact : Louise Yexley
Tel : 0798 902 0647
Email : louise.yexley@wibn.co.uk
Women in Business Network – Bedford & Ampthill
Booking : Via contact
Cost : £30 + VAT for visitors (one event). Membership can be paid one off at £563+VAT or £275 + VAT and a monthly fee of £24 + VAT or twelve monthly payments of £46.92+VAT
Frequency : First Tuesday of the month 12 noon – 2.00 pm
Venue : The Swan Hotel, The Embankment, Bedford. MK401RW
Contact :Louise
Phone : 0798 902 0647
Email : louise.yexley@wibn.co.uk
Women in Enterprise
Women in Enterprise is a not for profit organisation that has been established for over three decades, making it probably the oldest networking group in Milton Keynes. We exist to nurture, inspire and challenge local working individuals. We provide an environment of trust in which we support, collaborate and enable our members – and their businesses – to grow. Together we question, listen, challenge, empathise, and if asked offer honest, confidential advice founded on our own experiences and beliefs. Women in Enterprise was established to encourage the passing of business between trusted colleagues, and has celebration – our successes, our talents, our efforts – at the very core of its being. We openly support one another, recognising that this has the power to make a real difference to each and every one of us.
Booking : You can book via Our Events page of our website (please remember to checkout your basket). You can also sign up via the Keep in Touch page to receive event information and invitations straight to your inbox.
Cost : Individual Membership is £100 per annum. This includes subsidised attendance to events as well as other benefits. Corporate Membership is £150 per annum (allowing 3 people from the same organisation). Price per in-person meetings varies on location, but is typically £25-£35 for lunches and £3-£5 for Networking Coffees. We also hold a Members Only event annually, at no cost to members. Visitors can attend two lunches before having to become members. We encourage you to attend a lunch meeting and a coffee networking event so you can get a feel for how we network. We hope then you will know if our group is for you!
Frequency : Usually the last Wednesday of the month but more options are expected for 2024.
Venue : Varies each month, please check our website for details.
Email : info@womeninenterprise.co.uk
Web : www.womeninenterprise.co.uk
Updated : 6 February 2024
Women’s Business Networking
After meeting so many great business women since the Women's Forum started the Business Award for Inspirational Women as part of our International Women's Day celebrations, we have been inspired to join up with Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire to offer a free networking event for business women and women who are thinking of starting their own business. Open to all - whether you’re new to networking or an old hand, this group will offer a friendly supportive environment for you to build connections with other female business owners. The meetings will be hybrid - you will get more out of them attending in person but, if you can't make it, you can always tune in on Teams - the Teams link will be sent out to all those booked on prior to the meeting.
Booking : See website
Cost : Free
Frequency : Quarterly
Venue : The Guildhall, Saint Giles' Square Northampton NN1 1DE
Email : forums.nbc@westnorthants.gov.uk
Web :https://westnorthants.moderngov.co.uk/ieDocHome.aspx?Categories=
Updated : 15 January 2024