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One Membership. Multiple Locations. Better Business Connections.
Helping Your Business get found, trusted and referred
Who areTalk Business?
Talk Business UK began its journey in 2010 as the Stratford Business Forum, founded by husband-and-wife team Jonathan and Cathy Smith.
With South African born Jonathan’s passion for connecting people and witnessing the ‘business magic’ unfold at networking events, the Forum quickly became a hub for businesses and charities in the Stratford-upon-Avon region, winning the West Midlands Business Award for Best Networking Group a year after launching.
Talk Business UK grew from this foundation and is now holding diverse networking events across many regions.
We still have members who joined the network 16 years ago attending meetings.
Trusted by businesses since 2010.
Build Better Business Relationships Across the Midlands, Cotswolds and Beyond
Networking should do more than fill a room, it should help your business get found, trusted and recommended.
At Talk Business UK, your business is the member, giving your whole team access to meaningful connections, regular events, and opportunities that lead to real growth.
With one membership, you can attend across multiple locations, join sector-specific groups, enjoy relaxed Café networking, and become part of a supportive business community designed to help you win more work — not just collect more business cards.
who is it for?
Build stronger business connections that actually lead somewhere
Talk Business UK is a long-established networking community helping business owners and professionals across the region build real relationships, generate opportunities, and grow through consistent, meaningful connections.
No forced pitches. No awkward scripts. Just real conversations that lead to real business.
why businesses stay...
Why Businesses Stay with Talk Business
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trusted referrals
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genuine local relationships
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visibility across the region
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flexible attendance for your team
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opportunities beyond standard networking
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real commercial return
What People are saying about Talk Business...
As a member of Cheltenham Uno seat for accountancy I cannot stress how important our group has been to both myself and my business. With the added bonus of great food to sit with the great company - what more could you want?
Emma Conway
I love being part of Talk Business Networking. I’ve been to the Ladies Lunch at The Ivy in Cheltenham and also host the Talk Business Café in Worcester, and every event has been warm, welcoming, and full of great conversations. It’s not just friendly networking, I’ve also gained brilliant new clients and built valuable business connections. Highly recommend for anyone looking to grow their network in a genuine and supportive way.
Esther Partridge Warner
"Jonathan is passionate about ALL local business - and always has a high turnout at every event which demonstrates how good he is at running business events and how much people enjoy his connection skills. Connect with Jonathan now, look him up, get involved with Talk Business and your business will go from strength to strength"
Richard Parson
What do you get as a member of Talk Business...
When you join Talk Business UK, you become part of an active regional business community.
Membership gives you access to:
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Regular networking events across the regions we hold events.
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Opportunities to meet business owners and decision makers.
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A consistent environment for building trusted relationships.
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Exposure to new opportunities, referrals and collaborations.
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A wider connected business ecosystem across our events and platforms.
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A member 'business card' on the website.
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Member only opportunities to promote your business within the community.
It’s about giving your business consistent visibility and meaningful conversations that develop over time.
A Talk Business membership works when you do…
Helping Your Business Get Found, Trusted and Referred...
how it works...
We keep it simple:
1. Join the network
Become a member of Talk Business UK and gain access to our events and community.
2. Attend events
Choose from a range of relaxed, in-person networking events designed to encourage real conversation.
3. Build relationships
Over time, you build trust, visibility and business opportunities through genuine connections.
membership and
event fees...
Membership & event fees
We believe in being completely transparent about how our events are structured.
Membership
Your membership gives you access to the Talk Business UK network and our programme of events and opportunities.
Event costs
Most events include a separate venue or food cost. (Talk Business Café no cost to attend for members).
Where food is provided by the venue, there is an additional event fee to cover this. This is a direct pass-through cost set by the venue and is not included in membership.
This approach allows us to work with a wide range of venues and create different types of events while keeping membership accessible.
why people stay
with
Talk Business...
Members stay because they want more than just networking — they want more natural business relationships that actually lead to referrals
People tell us they value:
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A more natural, conversation-led approach.
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Meeting the same people regularly and building trust.
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A welcoming environment without pressure or hard selling.
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The opportunity to grow their visibility across a wider network.
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Consistent access to real business conversations within a small group.
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Better local visibility through the Directory and our Social shares.
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Flexible attendance across the regions.
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Genuine return on their membership.
upcoming events
Come and experience it for yourself.
We run regular events across the region, from informal networking meetings to food-led long table events designed to encourage deeper conversation.
Remember, it is the business that is the member and any member of that business can attend events, in any region.
VISITORS: You are welcome to attend two events across the network and then membership is required to continue coming to meetings.
We do not ask for more money if you want to network in a different area! Once a member of Talk Business UK you can move around the region and attend our different open events, as many times as you want!
If you’re looking for genuine business relationships, consistent opportunities, and a network that actually supports your growth — we’d love to welcome you.
UNO networking
A natural next step as your business grows
As relationships develop and your business evolves, some members choose to take a more focused step within the Talk Business UK ecosystem.
That’s where UNO Networking comes in.
UNO is designed for those who want a consistent, curated level of connection — building deeper relationships with a smaller group of business owners who are actively committed to growth, collaboration, and long-term opportunity.
Where Talk Business UK gives you breadth, visibility, and access to a wide regional network, UNO becomes the space where relationships are strengthened and developed further. UNO is a 'single-seat' networking where your business is the only one around the table, doing what you do.
It’s not a replacement for Talk Business — it’s a progression.
Many people begin within Talk Business UK, build their network, and often move into UNO as well, when they’re ready for a more focused level of engagement.
Contact us to apply for your seat in an UNO Group.
