local Business networking, made human
Friendly, structured networking across the
East of England and
Greater London.
Build genuine business relationships through consistent, welcoming meetings designed for real small-business life.
Across Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Hertfordshire and Greater London.
what we do
Networking that fits real small-business life
Effective Business Network brings together local business owners who want to grow through relationships, not pressure or pitchy selling.
Our meetings are friendly, structured, and consistent.
You’ll be introduced properly, have space to talk about your business in a natural way, and build visibility over time with people who actually listen.
No awkward hard sell. No performance.
Just proper business conversations that lead somewhere.
how we do it
How Effective Business Network works
Find your nearest group
Browse local groups across our network and choose a location that suits you.
Visit a meeting
Come along as a guest. No pressure to join and no obligation.
Meet local businesses
Friendly introductions, structured conversations, and a welcoming room.
Decide if it's right for you
Join our network only if it feels like a good fit for you and your business.
Fortnightly meetings with a consistent structure
Why ebn works
A well-established business networking community.
EBN is built on consistency, structure, and relationships.
Our groups meet regularly, follow the same welcoming format, and focus on long-term connections rather than quick wins.
Members often tell us they value the relaxed atmosphere, the clarity of the meetings, and the quality of the conversations.
how we do it
Is Effective Business Network right for you?
It's a good fit it...
You value relationships over quick wins
You want structure, not pressure
You prefer real conversations to cold pitching
You're happy to show up and get involved
It's probably not for you if...
You want to hard sell every week
You expect instant results without effort
You’re not interested in supporting others
You're not willing to build relationships over time
more for your business
Explore Effective Business Network
Find a group
View all locations and meeting details
Meet the members
Browse our digital members magazine
Business Resources
Journals, planners, and practical tools
Insights & Articles
Read blogs written by our members
A growing community of local business owners
Find your nearest group and come along as a guest
The best way to understand EBN is to experience it. Find a local group, book a visit, and see if it’s right for you.
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Local groups.
Real connections.
Business that goes somewhere.
Find a local group
Essex
Greater London
Hertfordshire
Suffolk
Norfolk
Useful information
Effective Business Network Ltd
Company No. 08983605
ICO: ZA090248
Registered Address
85 Great Portland Street
First Floor, London W1W 7LT
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