Breakfast meet-ups
Start early with quick introductions, a focused prompt and coffee. You will be finished by 9am.
First Thursday, 7:30am
Maltby and South Yorkshire networking
Stop dreading networking.
The Trailblazer Connect runs relaxed, practical meet-ups for people building a business around real life. Meet useful contacts, talk through a challenge, and leave with a clear next step.
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25 peopleAverage event size
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StructuredIntroductions and small groups
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3+ contactsReported by regular attendees
Choose a time that works
Find your networking style
Each format has a clear start and finish, so you can plan around work, family and the rest of your week. Conversations stay practical and low-pressure.
Evening sessions
Settle in after work for informal conversation and a short guest speaker session.
Third Wednesday, 6pm
Online networking
Join from home or your desk. Monthly breakout rooms keep the online entrepreneur networking personal.
Second Tuesday, 12:30pm
Lunchtime pop-ups
Drop in for a casual conversation with no prepared pitch and no fixed agenda.
Selected Fridays, 12pm
A room for real businesses
Who you'll meet
- check_circleHome-based business owners and freelancers who want local contacts.
- check_circleParents and part-time entrepreneurs fitting growth around family commitments.
- check_circleRetail, hospitality and tradespeople looking for useful referrals.
- check_circleProfessionals and consultants considering self-employment in South Yorkshire.
You do not need a polished pitch. Bring a current question, a service to explain or simply the wish to meet people nearby.
Leave with something useful
What you'll take away
The session gives you room to listen as well as speak. Small actions add up.
Relevant contacts
Most regulars leave with at least three new people to follow up with.
One useful idea
Use a peer conversation to find a practical next move for your business.
More confidence
Practise explaining what you do without turning the room into a sales pitch.
Local direction
Hear about South Yorkshire resources, events and opportunities from people nearby.
Book your next conversation
Next events calendar
Pick the format that suits your week. Registration closes 24 hours before each event.
A simple format
What to expect on the day
You will know what happens next from the moment you arrive. No awkward hovering by the refreshments table.
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Warm welcome
Meet the host, collect a name badge and get settled with a drink.
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Easy introductions
A short icebreaker gives everyone a natural opening line.
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Small-group talk
Facilitated questions help you discuss a real business topic.
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Informal mingling
Use the final time to continue the conversations that matter to you.
Your next useful contact could be local
Claim your spot
Choose an in-person or online session and meet people at a pace that works for you. Need to talk it through first? Call +44 7700 195766.