Networks

In a complex and interconnected world, the lone entrepreneur may be a thing of the past. The focus of enterprise support should be on connecting individuals to broader knowledge, networks and experience.

Networks are an accessible way for entrepreneurs to reach mentors, financial support and advice from a wide range of players on the enterprise scene. Collaboration and support networks are essential for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs. The successful entrepreneurs know all the right people and rely on networks of trusted contacts. Read more

Activity suggestions

Whether you exist to raise the profile of entrepreneurs, make a social impact or to operate as a business, there are loads of ways your network can get involved in Global Entrepreneurship Week.

Speednetwork the Globe

Add an international theme to your networking event. Join countries across the world and run a speednetwork to unleash energy, share ideas and make connections – fast. Read more about speednetworking

Launch something new

Global Entrepreneurship Week provides the perfect opportunity to launch a new initiative, network or research paper. With heavy media attention on the Week, remember to issue a press release, and invite a local journalist along to your event.

Tap into the focus days

Capitalise on the focus days of the Week - Women’s Enterprise Day and Social Enterprise Day. The media will be looking for specific stories on these areas, so make sure you mention the focus day in your press release!

Mix things up

Run a special networking event during Global Entrepreneurship Week (16 - 22 November). Mix up the audience and invite people who wouldn’t normally be on your invite list - local celebs, students, teachers, local businesses…

Check out what else you can run on the Ideas Bank.

Inspiring stories

The Pink Shoe Club

The Pink Shoe Club, a network for enterprising women, held 10 simlutaneous afternoon teas to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week 2008. Read their story

Speednetworking on the London Eye

Last year, the flagship Speednetwork the Globe event was held on the London Eye, with a host of successful and inspirational entrepreneurs. Read the story