Business & Startup Networking in Birmingham
Connect with Birmingham based professionals, entrepreneurs & business owners. Build real leads, referrals & partnerships over drinks.
Date and time
Location
Riva Blu Italian Restaurant & Bar, Birmingham
61-63 Temple Row Birmingham B2 5LS United KingdomRefund Policy
Agenda
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Welcome and Intro's.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Informal Networking
About this event
- Event lasts 3 hours
Join The Birmingham Network for an authentic business networking mixer crafted for entrepreneurs, SMEs, consultants, agency owners, professionals, and corporate executives seeking real growth connections in Birmingham.
Whether you're launching a startup, scaling a small business, providing professional services, or climbing the corporate ladder, this event helps you:
- Build new client relationships
- Find talented collaborators or employees
- Connect with fellow entrepreneurs & professionals
- Gain insights and referrals in the local business ecosystem
Why Attend?
- 🔗 Network with Birmingham-based professionals, founders, freelancers, agency owners, and decision-makers
- 🎤 60‑second spotlight pitches to introduce yourself & your business (optional)
- 🍸 Complimentary welcome drink to keep the vibe easy and social
- 📱 Join our exclusive Birmingham WhatsApp group to connect before arriving
- 🤝 Leave with real leads, referral partners, clients, and collaborators
Schedule
- 6:00 PM – Arrival & check-in (ask for The Birmingham Network)
- 6:30 PM – Icebreaker networking begins
- 7:30 PM – One‑Minute Pitch Round (optional)
- 8:00 PM – Guided / free networking
- 9:00 PM – Event close
Dress Code
Smart, smart casual, or office attire — arrive polished and confident.
About The Birmingham Network
We’re building Birmingham’s most trusted, high-quality business community, featuring leaders and experts across industries. With 70+ curated events and 3,000+ engaged professionals, we focus on meaningful connections, trusted referrals, and long-term growth, not old-school card-swapping.
Limited Spaces – Reserve Now
We keep our events capped for quality. Tickets fill fast so secure your place today to connect with Birmingham's best business minds.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, our events are open for anyone to book - any size of firm, any stage of your career – all we ask is you conduct yourself in a professional manner and have a good time.
Networking is the no.1 proven way to cost efficiently generate new business. Just buy your ticket, turn up and chat to others over drinks in a friendly environment.
The suggested dress code for this Birmingham networking event is smart business casual. We would recommend bringing lots of business cards or using the LinkedIn app’s QR code facility to easily connect with others at the event.
Numbers vary but generally 20-40 people. Remember this is an industry “networking” event NOT a “selling” event – the idea is to build your network, those you meet may have clients that could use your services and vice-versa.
Prepare your "quick intro" or "elevator pitch," actively interact with fellow attendees, exchange contact details using traditional or digital business cards and remember to follow up with your newly made connections!