In Business
Are you a New Start-up, Sole Trader, Freelancer or an SME looking for online and face to face networking events? Are you feeling isolated, frustrated, alone and not sure where to start on your business journey? Are you looking for guidance, support and the opportunity to meet some great people? If you are, then you’ve come to the right place!
Online Networking Event hosted by In Business💻
Between Tuesday 17 December 2024 and Tuesday 16 December 2025
Struggling to find like-minded individuals who are running their own business and are looking for people to share their knowledge and experience, and give the support that you would expect to receive from fellow employees in larger organisations?
Then why not come along and visit the original Online In Business Networking Events where you can connect with your peers and talk about the challenges you are facing as you grow and develop your business?
Face to Face Networking at North Bar, Harrogate
Between Thursday 9 January 2025 and Thursday 27 November 2025
Calling all Harrogate businesses, are you up for a spot of networking?
We’ve found a great venue, in the heart of this historic town. North Bar has a cool vibe, and we know we will be made most welcome by the lovely staff.
Join us for no pressure networking, from 9.30-11am, turn up and mingle in a relaxed and informal environment. Ian and I will be on hand to introduce you so you won’t feel nervous, we promise there will be no wallflowers at our event.
It’s just a short walk from the bus and train station or with car parking less than a fiver for 3 hours it’s an easy place to get to.
*Please note this event is held in a room upstairs, so unfortunately it is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues* but please try any of our other venues which are all fully accessible.
North Bar
Face to Face Networking at HR180, Wetherby
Between Tuesday 14 January 2025 and Tuesday 1 July 2025
Business Networking Event, Wetherby.
In Business event in collaboration with HR180
We're thrilled to announce our latest networking event, happening in Wetherby!
If you're a business owner looking to make great connections and grow your business in a relaxed and friendly environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
In collaboration with the lovely ladies at HR180, join us for a morning of meaningful conversations, and valuable connections. Whether you're a seasoned networker or new to the networking scene, you'll feel right at home.
What to Expect:
Casual and welcoming atmosphere
Opportunities to connect with like-minded business owners
Refreshments and light bites
Great conversations that can lead to amazing collaborations
Beautiful surroundings in a rural setting.
Bring your business cards and your best smile – we can't wait to see you there.
FREE onsite car parking.
HR180
Face to Face Networking at 2-Work - Leeds
Between Thursday 16 January 2025 and Thursday 4 December 2025
Are you a freelancer, a solopreneur or a small business owner working from home? Do you get fed up staring at the same office wall day in, day out? Do you need to get out more?
We've got a great opportunity for you to do some networking and then take advantage of the hospitality of our hosts 2-Work, a fab office space just 3 minutes from Leeds train station.
Start your day on a high, by networking (9.30-11am) with like-minded enthusiastic business owners. There’s no format, no 60 second pitches so, it’s a relaxed event with the chance to make some great new connections.
For just an additional £5, payable to the venue, you can stay for the rest of the day and take advantage of the Wi-Fi, enjoy unlimited tea and coffee, with the opportunity to connect with lots of other freelancers, SME’s, sole traders and limited companies.
Grab your laptop, don’t forget your business cards and come 2-work with us.
2-Work
Face to Face Networking at 2-Work Tileyard, Wakefield
Between Thursday 23 January 2025 and Thursday 26 June 2025
Are you a freelancer, a solopreneur or a small business owner working from home? Do you get fed up staring at the same office wall day in, day out? Do you need to get out more?
We've got a great opportunity for you to do some networking and then take advantage of the hospitality of our hosts 2-Work, a fab office space just 8 minutes from Kirkgate train station, Wakefield.
Start your day on a high, by networking (9.30-11am) with like-minded enthusiastic business owners. There’s no format, no 60 second pitches so, it’s a relaxed event with the chance to make some great new connections.
For just an additional £5, payable to the venue, you can stay for the rest of the day and take advantage of the Wi-Fi, enjoy unlimited tea and coffee, with the opportunity to connect with lots of other freelancers, SME’s, sole traders and limited companies.
Grab your laptop, don’t forget your business cards and come 2-work with us.
2-Work Tileyard North
Face to Face Networking at The Milner, York
Between Thursday 30 January 2025 and Thursday 27 March 2025
Our York venue for our In Business Face-to-Face Networking Event is stunner! It’s The Milner Hotel, formerly the Principal, in York.
We are super excited as this really is a beautiful place.
There’ll be NO 60 second pitches, NO passing referrals or presentations, just turn up and connect with fellow business owners from your local area. Don't worry if your nervous about networking, Ian and I will be on hand to make some introductions.
There will be tea, coffee and pastries to enjoy throughout the morning in the Swollen Gambler Bar.
Don’t forget your business cards and join us in York. It’s just £12.
The hotel has a car park, but there is a charge or the train station is just a short walk away.
Book your place, if you do business in York, you don’t want to miss this!
The Milner Hotel (formerly The Principal)
Networking Know How Course
Tuesday 18 July 2023
If you're new to networking, one of the most intimidating things you'll ever do is enter a room full of strangers and strike up a conversation. It’s not easy but you can learn the secrets of successful business networking.
Networking is a great way to grow your business. Or maybe you're in a job that requires you to network, either way this course will help you to overcome your fears, know the reason why you are networking so that you can enjoy the experience and get the most out of it.
By the end of this course you will understand the benefits of networking, have a strategy, know how to work the room confidently, start conversations, eliminate the fear of networking and follow up successfully.
You will learn
- Why you are networking - networking strategy
- How to prepare for an event
- Who and how to approach people
- The different stages of a conversation
- How to build rapport
- The follow up process
Event includes breakfast or lunch depending on the session time
Santander Work Café
6 Week Interactive Networking Know How Course
Tuesday 7 February 2023
People are naturally attracted to confidence. Wouldn’t it be great to walk into your next networking event with your head held high, knowing you won’t trip over your words or say the wrong thing and feel foolish?
Well you're in luck, as our online business course will enable you to do just that, no matter where you’re located in the UK.
7th February 2023 at 7.15pm - 8.15pm and every Tuesday evening for the following 5 week
Networking Know How Workshop Half Day
Wednesday 19 October 2022
If you're new to networking, one of the most intimidating things you'll ever do is enter a room full of strangers and strike up a conversation. It’s not easy but you can learn the secrets of successful business networking.
Networking is a great way to grow your business. Or maybe you're in a job that requires you to network, either way this course will help you to overcome your fears, know the reason why you are networking so that you can enjoy the experience and get the most out of it.
By the end of this one day course you will understand the benefits of networking, have a strategy, know how to work the room confidently, start conversations, eliminate the fear of networking and follow up successfully.
You will learn
- Why you are networking - networking strategy
- How to prepare for an event
- Who and how to approach people
- The different stages of a conversation
- How to build rapport
- The following up process
Designed for individuals wanting to develop their networking
Virgin Money Leeds
