Connects Network Meeting - Stoke-on-Trent - January 2026

By Connects Network Meeting

Overview

Open and informal local business networking in Staffordshire

Connects is a not-for-profit, relaxed and informal networking opportunity facilitated by number of local business owners in the Staffordshire area who enjoy bringing people together and promoting the many positive aspects of local community.

Each month, we carefully choose our guest speakers who have success stories, interesting projects and events to share that are happening on our doorstep.Whether you're a local entrepreneur, business owner or organisation, all are welcome to our network meeting, and there are no fees to attend: the meetings are free thanks in part to generous support from the team at the Stoke-on-Trent City Centre Improvement District. So be sure to bring your business cards and share the event with others who might be interested.

Welcome: A warm welcome to all attendees.
60-second Presentations: An opportunity to yourself and your work.
Break: Recharge with a short break and a cup of tea and coffee.
Guest Speaker: Hear from this month's guest speaker
Q & A: The floor opens for questions and comments.
Networking: Time for informal conversations and connections among participants.

More information about Connects: www.connectsnetwork.co.uk

More information about City Centre BID: www.stokeontrentcitycentre.co.uk

Category: Business, Startups

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Highlights

In person
Doors at 10:00

Location

Genr8 Smithfield Works

Broad Street

Hanley ST1 4EU United Kingdom

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Agenda

10:00 AM

Arrival and Check In

Time to get checked-in and settled with a brew before the meeting starts. Take the time to meet the team and fellow attendees

10:30 AM

Welcome and Introduction

A warm welcome! Find out a little more about who we are, what we do and why we do it.

10:40 AM - 11:15 AM

60 Second Presentations

Your chance to have the floor for a no-pressure 60 seconds: tell us about yourself, your business or organisation, or who your looking to connect with. The 60 seconds are not mandatory, but it's a proven way to quickly make lasting local links in the community.

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