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SUMMARY:New Surrey Networking Event – Now in Elmbridge!
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new venue in our Surrey events calendar the Elmbridge Civic Centre. This welcoming and accessible space is the perfect setting to connect with fellow business owners\, share your story\, and grow your professional network. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an established business or just starting out\, this informal yet focused event offers a fantastic opportunity to build relationships\, gain visibility\, and tap into the local business community. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also hear the latest news\, updates from the FSB\, Elmbridge Council and Spelthorne Business Forum as well as insights on the support available to small businesses – including grants\, initiatives\, and services that could benefit your business right now. \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\n8:00 AM – Arrival with tea / coffee & Pastries \n\n\n\n8:30 AM – Keynote speaker presentation \n\n\n\n8:45 AM – Round-the-room introductions – share your business \n\n\n\n9:00 AM – Open networking \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nFree to attend – everyone welcome Parking available in the Civic Centre Carpark \n\n\n\nFully accessible venue in Esher\, Surrey\, United Kingdom \n\n\n\nBooking essential – this is a ticketed event \n\n\n\nTo book your space on this event please email tracey.carter@fsb.org.uk
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/new-surrey-networking-event-now-in-elmbridge/
LOCATION:Elmbridge Borough Council\, High Street Esher\, Surrey\, KT10 9SD
CATEGORIES:Federation Small Businesses
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SUMMARY:Surrey Networked Women - Connect . Collaborate . Community
DESCRIPTION:Join Surrey Business Women’s Network: empowering business women through authentic connection\, shared experiences\, and practical business support. \n\n\n\nNew to FSB Surrey we are pleased to announce our new initiative in collaboration with FSB members – Surrey Business Women’s Network – Empowering Women in Business. \n\n\n\nSurrey Networked Women is a vibrant\, inclusive\, and supportive community created to empower women in business across Surrey. We exist to: \n\n\n\n\nConnect professional women through meaningful conversations\, shared experiences\, and genuine relationships\n\n\n\nCollaborate through opportunities to grow and learn in a spirit of mutual support\n\n\n\nChampion members as they navigate entrepreneurship\, leadership\, and career development\n\n\n\nEmpower through tools\, insights\, and a peer-driven\, safe space to thrive personally and professionally\n\n\n\n\nWhether it’s balancing business and family life\, overcoming self-doubt\, breaking through growth plateaus\, or finding your voice—this network offers practical support and a strong sense of community for every stage of the journey. \n\n\n\nWhy are we launching this initiative? \n\n\n\nCreating a local business network specifically for women is vital because the challenges women face in business are often unique and deeply personal – ranging from balancing caregiving responsibilities to navigating confidence gaps\, breaking through systemic barriers\, or simply being heard in male dominated industries. While business ownership is empowering\, it can also be isolating – especially when you’re juggling multiple roles. A local\, women-focused network offers a safe and supportive space where these shared experiences are understood\, validated\, and addressed. \n\n\n\nIt creates opportunities for meaningful connection\, peer mentoring\, and tailored support that reflects the realities of being a woman in business today. By building community at a local level\, we not only strengthen individual women\, but also foster a thriving\, resilient ecosystem of businesses that uplift one another. \n\n\n\nWhy should you join this group? \n\n\n\nAttending Surrey Networked Women events offers more than just networking – it’s about becoming part of a powerful community of like-minded women who understand the unique challenges of building and growing a business as a woman. Whether you’re navigating confidence barriers\, juggling personal and \n\n\n\nprofessional responsibilities\, or looking for clarity and focus in your next steps\, this network provides a supportive space to connect authentically\, learn from others’ experiences\, and gain practical\, actionable insights. Each session is designed around real-life topics that matter – from managing overwhelm to \n\n\n\nbuilding confidence and achieving sustainable success. \n\n\n\nSessions within each quarterly theme are designed to build on one another – offering a deeper level of growth\, reflection\, and connection over time. \n\n\n\nYou’ll leave each session feeling heard\, encouraged\, and equipped with new tools\, ideas\, and connections to help you thrive – both personally and professionally. \n\n\n\nThis forum is in partnership with FSB members who have come together to bring an inclusive and supportive programme of events\, speakers and activities to help the business women of Surrey navigate the challenges of running a business.
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/surrey-networked-women-connect-collaborate-community/
LOCATION:The Matrix Trust\, Eastgate Gardens\, Guildford\, GU1 4AZ
CATEGORIES:Federation Small Businesses
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SUMMARY:Guildford Networking at Matrix Trust
DESCRIPTION:Join FSB Surrey for the second event in a brand-new series of Networking Breakfast Events\, hosted in partnership with The Matrix Trust – a dynamic local charity making a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable young people across Guildford Borough. \n\n\n\nThis is more than just a networking event — it’s a chance to connect with like-minded professionals\, grow your business network\, and hear from inspirational speakers in a truly meaningful setting. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n\n\n\n\nConnect with local business owners and entrepreneurs\n\n\n\nDiscover how The Matrix Trust is changing lives through youth support\, wellbeing and mental health services\n\n\n\nEngage with FSB updates\, support services\, and campaigns helping small businesses thrive\n\n\n\nSupport a cause that gives back to your local community\n\n\n\n\nWith nearly 25 years of impact\, The Matrix Trust works tirelessly with schools\, churches\, local organisations\, and families — offering real change and support to thousands of young people every year. \n\n\n\nLet’s build a stronger business community and a brighter future for young people – together. \n\n\n\nBe inspired. Make connections. Make a difference. \n\n\n\nSpeaker \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnders Rehnberg \n\n\n\nAnders Rehnberg\, M.Sc. in Engineering Physics\, is an accomplished software developer\, product manager\, international key account manager\, sales director\, and CEO with a strong focus on global sales and business management. Over the past 30 years\, Anders has delivered consultancy\, seminars\, and workshops across more than 70 industries in over 60 countries\, helping organisations sharpen their sales strategies and achieve sustainable growth. \n\n\n\nAt this event\, Anders will lead a dynamic mini-workshop addressing one of the most common challenges in business – how to find your customers. He will also introduce his powerful concept\, Value-Based Business (VBB)\, designed to help companies create real value that drives long-term success. \n\n\n\nPlease note there will be a £5 contribution to Tea / Coffee payable at the venue – this goes directly to the charity to support their activities. \n\n\n\nThere will also be a raffle for the charity to be held on the morning of the event. If you have any raffle prizes to donate\, please bring them along with you.
URL:https://sbf.biz/event/guildford-networking-at-matrix-trust/
LOCATION:The Matrix Trust\, Eastgate Gardens\, Guildford\, GU1 4AZ
CATEGORIES:Federation Small Businesses,Networking
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