Lesmahagow Business Networking

Lesmahagow Business Networking is here!!!

We have so many fab business in Lesmahagow and the surrounding area - and it will be great to get together to chat connect & collaborate.

We will meet in Abbeygreen Cafe where you can purchase the best coffee in the shire - and maybe a wee cake.

The perfect central location - and supporting one of the villages most loved businesses - as well as hearing from our two fantastic speakers!

Also ...

• Meet other local businesses learn more about how we can support each other -
• Spot opportunities to collaborate
• Grow and support your local biz community
• 2 Fantastic speakers
• Local Business Spotlights

We’ve had almost 80 local businesses express an interest in coming along so I’m excited to meet you all.

Open to everyone in Lesmahagow and the surrouning area - no matter what stage of your business, it will be great to Chat, Connect & Collaborate!

Meet our speakers...

Chez Paterson is a passionate local and the driving force behind Lesmahagow in Bloom, the volunteer-led initiative dedicated to bringing colour, creativity, and pride to the village. Lesmahagow in Bloom has helped transform public spaces across Lesmahagow with vibrant planting, growing and taking care of Lesmahagow natural spaces.

Lesmahagow in blooms work is not just about flowers — it’s about community spirit. Under Chez’s leadership, Lesmahagow in Bloom has brought together locals to work side-by-side in making the village more welcoming for everyone.

At our networking event, Chez will share the inspiring story behind Lesmahagow in Bloom, the impact it’s had on the local area, and how collaborative community projects can boost wellbeing, tourism, and local business engagement.

Anne Marie Campbell began organising events at the age of 16 and went on to study Entertainment & Event Management at Glasgow Caledonian University, graduating in 2009 before relocating to London for seven years.

Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including learning & development, entertainment, transport, and charity events. With strong organisational and communication skills, she has successfully delivered large-scale events such as COP26 and the Solheim Cup.

In August of this year, Anne Marie joined St Andrew's Hospice in Airdrie as Corporate & Events Fundraising Manager. The hospice provides specialist palliative care services to patients from both South and North Lanarkshire who are living with life-limiting illnesses. Contrary to common assumptions, the hospice is not fully funded, with less than 35% of its income coming from the NHS. The remaining funding relies heavily on the generosity of businesses, supporters, and community fundraising efforts, ensuring the continuation of vital inpatient and outpatient services.

Anne Marie is passionate about building meaningful corporate partnerships, creating impactful events, and working with businesses to achieve shared goals that not only benefit the hospice but also deliver value to partners and the wider community. She looks forward to connecting with fellow professionals to share insights, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration.