Are you looking for a business networking breakfast that is just a bit different?
Do you want to meet other business owners in a relaxed, friendly setting?
Do you want something smaller and more personal than the usual networking groups?
Simple, friendly networking for Suffolk businesses.
Based in central Bury St Edmunds, we offer straightforward, welcoming networking for local businesses across Suffolk.
Founded by our members, for our members, this group is ideal if you’re looking for:
A smaller group – we cap membership at just 20 businesses
A relaxed, friendly atmosphere –the right balance of structure and informality
Regular but managable meetings – we meet every other Thursday at 7:25am, often enough to build strong connections without becoming a burden
Exclusivity – only one business from each industry category is permitted, so no direct competition in the room
Grade 1 Networking is a not‑for‑profit organisation. Your monthly fee simply covers breakfast and the running costs of the group, which keeps our costs significantly lower than most other networking organisations..
We meet at 7:25am on alternate Thursdays at:
Procopio’s Pantry 17 Langton Place, Hatter Street, Bury St Edmunds. IP33 1NE
Street Parking available.
Visitor’s meeting fee is £18.
Get in touch if you want to try Grade 1 Networking for yourself or if you want to find out more.
You can visit us twice to make sure you like us, before we ask you to join.
Thank you for your interest in Grade 1 Networking!
FAQ: How often do you meet?
We meet fortnightly on Thursdays over breakfast in Bury St Edmunds, 07:25am-9:00am.
FAQ: When is your next meeting?
Please contact our Membership Secretary at members@grade1networking.org for date of our next meeting.
FAQ: Where do you meet?
We meet at Procopios Pantry in Bury St Edmunds. There is street parking and several nearby car parks.
FAQ: What is the meeting structure?
Our meetings currently start with open networking and chat over tea & coffee, then we sit down to breakfast, after which each attendee gets a minute to talk about their business and what kind of referrals they are looking for.
We have a quick cup-recharge, and then someone gives a 10-minute talk, after which we have any parish notices, and any members can pass on their thanks for referrals, testimonials etc. Then we close by 9am.
FAQ: How many attend?
At the moment, we have 10-15 at each meeting.
FAQ: What do I do if I want to book?
Please contact our Membership Secretary at members@grade1networking.org and let her know which meeting you want to book for. Visitors pay ÂŁ18 for a meeting and she will be able to send you a payment link.
