Testimonials from our members – the ones who make The Business Network what it is
I have been very impressed by how quickly Helen and Russell have moved to an online network, much as i miss the monthly lunches. Having members attend the virtual network from around the UK (and not just London) has been a great idea, as has the use of breakout rooms which enable you to get to know better some of the other members. I can also personally vouch for how much Helen helped me with sharing her contacts when I asked if she knew of people that would be useful for me to meet to help me broaden my sports law network.
David Little
Bishop and Sewell LLP
Bishop and Sewell LLP
In my view, the Business Network is by a margin the best organisation of its type that I have come across since I started my own business almost fifteen years ago.
Stephen Newton
DLO Development Ltd
DLO Development Ltd
Having never been to a networking event before, it far exceeded my expectations and was extremely well run.
Duncan Sibbald
Beyond Design Solutions Ltd
Beyond Design Solutions Ltd
More than anything, I've met some great people through the network, I've connected with people I wouldn't normally have and have started to put some partnerships in place.
The network also allowed me to showcase my expertise by giving talks. I even received a handwritten thank you card from Helen & Russell who run the group - a heart-warming gesture.
Ashley Woodhall
Practical Infosec
Practical Infosec
The Business Network meeting I attended in London was the best organised and most useful networking event of the very many I've participated in over the years. Helen's approach is focused on ensuring all attendees gain maximum benefit from the session. Unlike the hosts of some other events, it really was all about "us" rather than the host! Helen's attention to detail and interest in making useful introductions made it a truly valuable experience. I shall be joining the group so that I can benefit from future sessions, and build lasting relationships with the interesting and high-quality folk in the room.
Tiffany Kemp
Devant Ltd
Devant Ltd
The Best Business Network for serious business people.
Roy Charlton
Braithwaite Limited
Braithwaite Limited
This a great network run by Helen Bennett who is passionate about connecting people who believe in building long term relationships. The members are like minded people and are growing their businesses through collaboration. Highly recommended.
Falguni Desai
Favent Consultants Limited
Favent Consultants Limited
I had a truly excellent time. I mentioned to your partner yours was my most favourite networking event I had been to.
Have an excellent rest of the week and I look forward to seeing you at future events.
Nathalie White
Colman Coyle Limited
Colman Coyle Limited
Very focused on helping their members/member organisations thrive by providing access to a strong network of like minded decision makers as well as sharing knowledge on varying key business topics.
Holly Bennett
Accel
Accel
Helen is a truly warm and genuine business connector. That is a real skill in today's increasingly impersonal business climate.
Helen's community and network within The Business Network is remarkable. She excels in attracting a calibre of people that are not only excellent at what they do but also interested in working together to really help each other in a way that is not often seen.
Collaboration is the new economy and Helen and her company embrace & leverage that fully.
Shilpa Panchmatia
ZiiRii Digital
ZiiRii Digital
Have been a member of The Business Network led by Helen and Russell Bennett for more than five years now. Always valuable events and the shift under current pandemic challenges to the online meetings has been incredibly well handled. Indeed, getting to meet members from further afield has added extra value to the events.
If you are a business owner/decision maker looking for relationship-based networking rather than hard-selling, this is the network to try out.
Richard Hagen
mPowr Limited
mPowr Limited
I would also add that the event last month was quite possibly the best networking event I have ever been to (and I've been to many) and therefore I will recommend it to colleagues.
Andy Petri
Estrada (EU) Ltd
Estrada (EU) Ltd
Thank you for yet another well organised and energising event.
Nishi Singh
Carlton Training and Consulting Ltd
Carlton Training and Consulting Ltd
If you've been going to networking events as long as I have you will have done them all. Ones where it's just you and a woman who does aromatherapy for cats and that one where half an hour in you start to wonder if you've accidentally joined some sort of cult. You know the one where people are deliberately breaking their own toilets just so they have got a referral to give to the plumber. Anyway 10 years ago we went to our first Business Network and we haven't bothered with anything else since. Above all its enjoyable and you meet great people. Out of that business relationships and even friendships grow. The culture is very much' how can I help' rather than 'what's in it for me'. So all the right ingredients are in place for you to grow your network of contacts and grow your business. And it works.
Ted Flanagan
Gosschalks Solicitors
Gosschalks Solicitors
A great networking group hosted by the wonderful Helen and Russell Bennett and attended by a varied and interesting group of primarily SME business owners which has adapted admirably to the "new normal"
Harry Dronfield
Colman Coyle Limited
Colman Coyle Limited
Of all the networking events I have been too yours is the best I have attended in terms of format and with the right level of introductions. I tend to cull my attendance at these events but the way you arranged the tables is great and so I will definitely attend regularly.We are planning some exiting changes to the business this year and Luke was able to pass me onto a contact that can likely assist us.
It is obvious both you and Russell work very hard to make it such a success.
Stephen Cobham
Stack Group
Stack Group
Amanda Batham
Flexicomms
Flexicomms
Having had the privilege of speaking at two of The Business Network events I only need one word to describe how they are organised, promoted and staged - BRILLIANT!
Michael Heppell
Michael Heppell Ltd
Michael Heppell Ltd
A warm welcome awaits everyone attending this network. A very relaxed and professional meeting. Whilst my business is actually Oxford based, the network includes members from both London and the South East but also members from throughout the UK which really helps me to generate new and valuable contacts.
Stephen Wolfenden
Buying Agent Partnership Ltd
Buying Agent Partnership Ltd
I must end by saying that I have, over the years, attended many forms of networking or specialist groups. Without a doubt, yours is the best I've been to. I love the format of the event. I love the informality. I love the 'non-salesy' approach.
Mark Dunham
Derby Bridge Stationery Limited
Derby Bridge Stationery Limited
What is clearly apparent about The Business Network is that, unlike so many other networking groups and events that I have attended, you take an active role in connecting your members where you see there is an opportunity.
Typically these networking events are organised, payments are collected from the delegates and the delegates are then left to get on with the networking themselves. Not with The Business Network! This is clearly a differentiator and I'm both surprised and delighted by the level of attention you give to your members, in particular to identifying those potential relationships that could benefit members and making the connections for us where we haven't already had the chance to connect.
Luke Rebbettes
Kingsbrook UK Ltd
Kingsbrook UK Ltd
Hi Helen I just wanted to thank you and all your 'cohorts' permanent and drafted in, for organising such a brilliant day. Apart from making much closer contacts with people on the travel it was also good to interact with the mancunion crowd. As to the travel, it was a lovely experience ignoring time and responsibility just following what everyone else did (someone described it as being like a school trip - didn't even have tickets). Virgin and PCS did us proud and we really were spoilt. Thank you all.
Philip Waldman
Swire Maples
Swire Maples
What really made me decide to go ahead with the membership is that I have been networking for over 11 years now and I have not met anyone who is as attentive and supportive as you and your husband.
Rishma Hasham
Printing.com@Envisualise
Printing.com@Envisualise
Thanks for another great event - the group now appear to have gelled well and the atmosphere and professionalism reflects this, you and your teams efforts truly are first class - always!
Billy James
Mercedes Benz Retail Group UK Ltd
Mercedes Benz Retail Group UK Ltd
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