The IIBN is a unique collection of some of the most successful Irish business professionals in Ireland and overseas. IIBN is a not for profit organisation which brings together the cream of Irish business men and women with the objective to facilitate greater communication and connectivity between successful Irish business people all over the world with a view to identifying and exploring wealth creation opportunities. This is done via events, networking and mentoring.

The Prince’s Trust has a network of 150+ business people, Solicitors, Accountants and other professionals. The Prince’s Trust itself gives advice and funding to young entrepreneurs who are starting up their own business. The mentors, along with the dedicated qualified business team, then give the 140 businesses we start every financial year the support and encouragement they need to survive and flourish with their business. As the Programme Manager I am able to contact all 150+ mentors and over 400 businesses we have on our books in Birmingham and Solihull to ask them for advice and also any guidance anyone needs with regard to any business idea they may have. We are also looking for any new people who would be interested in supporting a young entrepreneur. If this sounds like you then please contact Dave Lewis on 0121 689 6904.

The aim of the IoD Yorkshire Young Directors’ Forum to provide opportunities for emerging leaders in the area to develop their professional skills. The Forum is for tomorrow’s leaders from across all sectors, whether business, public and social. The Yorkshire Young Directors’ Forum is run by a team of dedicated volunteers. The team’s experience comprises entrepreneurs, directors of small and medium sized businesses, FTSE 100 companies and the public sector. The objectives of the Forum are to enable our members to: share best practice and learn together; network with like minded individuals; discuss issues of concern to emerging leaders; have access to high quality professional development and to make an impact in the local community.

The GRID draws together a network of existing and would-be entrepreneurs and provides them with a fresh approach to building businesses. We aim to connect you to the experts and others like you who are building their business. Plus its a connection between the established and the new through mentoring. The GRID is driven by members with events, resources, friends and enthusiasm. The GRID has also several bases, which are hot desking and managed workspaces that work on a pay as you go basis based on how much you use! The entire mix generates energy and thrives grows like you on connections…

Diva Biz is a video based website for business and professional women. It contains short video interviews with successful business women, mentoring videos and quick insights in the form of ‘Diva Wisdom’. All videos have forums attached so can share your views and experiences and network locally or globally!

West Cornwall Business Network is an innovative network dedicated to supporting local businesses like yours. Driven by businesses, we offer an opportunity to develop new contacts, interact with like-minded individuals and strengthen the voice of the private sector. Benefits: WCBN Quarterly Network Meetings – next one 15 May 2008. WCBN Website & Forum – articles & promotional material welcomed from members for use on the WCBN site. Weekly Bulletins - distributed to approx. 500 businesses. How To …… Workshops: Interview Effectively, 3D CAD, Health & Safety, Marketing & PR and many more. Mentoring & Tendering – Please see website for more details on these new initiatives. WCBN Quarterly Newsletter – And from end February plans to distribute alongside publications like Business Cornwall & B2B Business Broker Advice Service - We are pleased to announce the launch of a new service available to network members. You can access FREE business advice to help your business survive, grow and develop. The Business Broker offers professional, confidential advice which is specific to the needs of your business. The Steering Group: The steering group is comprised of private sector business all of whom are network members. The purpose of the group is to advise …

Centa Business Services has over 24 years experience of providing impartial advice and practical support, training and networking to start-up and micro businesses in London; from securing finance, to mentoring, expanding business ideas, training and practical help to set up and run a business. Our offices in the heart of Kings Cross also include office space, conference and meeting rooms, post boxes and virtual office space.