local Business networking meetings in Southend, made human

Friendly breakfast networking with introductions that actually lead somewhere.

EBN Southend is a welcoming room of local business owners who want to grow through relationships, not hard selling.

We meet over breakfast.

You leave with clarity, confidence, and real opportunities.

Perfect for local businesses in Southend, Leigh-on-Sea, Rochford, and the wider Essex area.

Structured breakfast meetings every two weeks in Southend
Room of committed business owners – not casual visitors.
Clear, supportive format that gives everyone a voice.
Warm referrals, not cold pitches or business-card flinging.
Friendly accountability to help you reach your goals.
Access to the wider EBN network

Alternate Tuesday mornings 07:00 – 9:00
Bits on the Side, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2HL

Visit up to 3 times as a non-member

Join us at an EBN Southend breakfast meeting

You’re welcome to come along up to three times before deciding whether membership is right for you. All visits must be booked in advance to secure your place.

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No hard selling.

No awkward cold pitches.

Just warm introductions and practical support from people who actually get small business life.

Why ebn southend

Local networking that that feels easy, friendly, and worth the time.

EBN Southend is for business owners who want friendly networking with structure, consistency, and proper connections.

You’ll be part of a supportive, non-competitive group where people take the time to get to know each other properly.

That’s how introductions turn into real conversations, real connections, and real business.

is EBN Southend right for you?

You want structure, but not pressure
You like a friendly room where people actually talk
You value relationships, not just quick wins
You want referrals that make sense, not random names

You’re looking to hard sell every week
You want instant results without putting the time in
You’re not interested in supporting others

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How it works

Structured networking that feels relaxed, welcoming, and genuinely useful.

A clear format that keeps things relaxed, friendly, and productive.

1. Visit as a guest

Arrive, grab a drink, and get settled.

You’ll be welcomed properly and shown how everything works.

There’s no pressure to speak beyond what you’re comfortable with, especially on your first visit.

2. Experience the format

You’ll see how our meetings flow, with members sharing updates, insights, and introductions.

Everyone gets a short, structured moment to explain who they help and how.

Visitors are invited to introduce themselves too, in a relaxed, supported way.

3. Decide if it's right for you

If it feels like a good fit, we’ll explain the membership options and answer your questions.

If it’s not for you, that’s fine too.

There’s no pressure to join, ever.

No pressure. No awkward pitching. Just a clear, supportive way to build relationships.

who you'll meet

A room full of local people you will actually want to do business with.

EBN Southend brings together friendly local business owners who are serious about growing their business, without the hard sell.

You’ll meet people who understand small business life, show up consistently, and take the time to build proper working relationships, not just swap business cards.

You’ll find a welcoming mix of businesses from Southend, Leigh-on-Sea, Rochford, and the surrounding Essex area.

Local business owners and sole traders
Service-based businesses and trusted specialists
People who value relationships over quick wins
Members who actively look out for opportunities for each other
Business owners committed to showing up and getting involved
A balanced mix of industries

A great fit for local businesses in and around Southend-on-Sea.

What members value most

Members often tell us they love the friendly atmosphere, the structure, and how easy it is to settle in.

Supportive.

People genuinely listen.

Consistent.

Same welcoming format every time.

Commercially minded.

Focus on introductions that actually lead somewhere.

It’s a space where people listen, follow up, and make introductions that genuinely make sense.

See if it's a good fit

No pressure. Just come along and see how it feels.

in the room

Who you might meet at EBN Southend

You’ll meet friendly, established local business owners from a wide range of industries.
This is just a small snapshot of the kind of people you’ll find in the room.

membership

A straightforward, affordable way to build connections locally.

EBN Southend membership is designed to work for real small business owners.

It’s realistic in terms of time, cost, and commitment, and focused on building relationships that lead to genuine opportunities, not quick wins or awkward selling.

Many members find that just one good connection more than covers the cost of membership over the year.

Fortnightly Southend breakfast meetings with local business owners
A structured, welcoming format that respects your time
Regular chances to talk about your business in a relaxed, natural way
Support, introductions, and visibility within the group
Access to the wider Effective Business Network community

how membership works

Membership at EBN Southend is straightforward and subscription-based.

Options are available to suit how your business prefers to pay, whether that’s monthly, quarterly, or annually.

We explain everything clearly when you visit, so you can decide what works best for you, with no pressure and no obligation to join.

Designed to be realistic and affordable for small businesses.

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There’s no pressure to join. Ever.

VISIT AS A GUEST

Join us as a visitor at our next Southend meeting.

The best way to see if EBN Southend is right for you is to come along as a visitor.

You’ll get a feel for the group, the format, and the people in the room, without any pressure or obligation.

Typical meeting details - alternate Tuesdays

Time: 7.00am – 9.00am
Location: Bits on the Side, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 2HL
Group Director: Nadine La Reine
Format: Open networking & coffee, introductions, breakfast, member-led business discussion
Dress code: Whatever you’d normally wear to work