Business Networking Groups Preston

Find Networking Events lists events by location and this page is dedicated to the Preston area. If you are lookinf for networking groups or are planning an event, this site could help.

Our mission is to change the way the world does business! We offer mentoring and coaching through our franchisee model and proven methodologies. We also offer Pier-To-Pier problem solving monthly meet ups for business owners and leaders to help each other solve problems and grow our businesses collectively. These are in Blackburn, Chorley and Burnley with more locations launching soon. We'd love to be featured on your website so more of the right type of business leaders will find out about us and change the way the world does business by putting people first. More info can be found on our website and feel free to reach out if you have any questionsThanks for your time

Membership of the North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce (NWLCC) is open to any business, irrespective of size. Our 1,600 members provide well over half the private sector jobs in the area. We’ve played a key role in the region’s business community for over 100 years helping our members start, grow and succeed. Being part of the NWLCC is popular because its gives our members access to a range of practical services, networking and event opportunities, employee development programmes and national business support initiatives. Our policy team also works hard to make our members’ voices heard at local, regional and national government level.

Starting a business is exciting, and succeeding is rewarding, but what about the bit between? You know, that bit that’s full of self-doubt, endless repetition and feelings of being out of your comfort zone? We call it ‘The Lonely Middle’ and it’s one of the hardest parts of creating a successful business. We know, we’ve been there. So, we created The Lonely Middle Club to help you through it. Each month you get exclusive content to help give you the knowledge and inspiration to succeed. Plus, you get access to a private members-only Facebook group where you can get advice and network with small business owners who are going through similar challenges to you. If you want even more, you can download our 51 worksheets, guides, and journals all designed to do one thing, and one thing only… help you get through ‘The Lonely Middle’ and achieve your business goals. Visit our website today to join the club and benefit from our members price lock and full no questions asked money-back guarantee.

East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce is a locally based private sector organisation, owned by the Members and accredited by the British Chambers. We are committed to helping Pennine Lancashire have a thriving economy. We are active at local, regional and national levels in the influential decision making bodies, whose programmes and investments, both public and private, determine the environment in which business operates. Address: Clayton Busines Park, Clayton-le-Moors, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 5JR

FSB Lancashire & Cumbria is the local branch of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). It was formed in 1974 as the National Federation of Self Employed and represents the interests of small and medium-sized businesses locally and nationally. They offer a great package tailored to your needs if you are thinking about starting a business in the area. Contact: Paul Foster Development Manager paul.foster@fsb.org.uk

North & Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce (NWLCC) is open to any business. We have played a key role in the regions business community for over 100 years helping our members start, grow and succeed. Being part of the NWLCC is popular because its gives our members access to a range of practical services, networking and event opportunities, employee development programmes and national business support initiatives. Address: 9-10 Eastway Business Village, Olivers Place, Fulwood, Preston,PR2 9WT

BNI Preston - Business Networking International (BNI) is the UKs most successful business referral organisation with weekly breakfast networking meetings and networking events where members refer your business using powerful word-of-mouth marketing. Belonging to BNI is like having dozens of sales people working for you because all of them carry several copies of your business cards around with them. When they meet someone who could use your products or services, they hand out your card and recommend you. Its as simple as that! Its simple because its based on a proven concept by BNI Founder, Dr Ivan Misner, called givers gain. If I give you business youll want to give me business and well both benefit as a result. Last year, members of BNI passed over three million referrals which generated over a

Membership is open to any business, irrespective of size. Our 1200 members range from the largest companies to the smallest retail and professional operation. Together they provide well over half the private sector jobs in the area.