Having attended other more regimented business networking groups in the past, I feel that Sam has developed a great mix between business focus and enjoying each other’s company with like- minded people. I would urge you to give it a try.
That you’ll actually enjoy!
Who
Over 130 trusted local and national businesses ready to grow, support, collaborate and network.
Where
All meetings are conveniently located at Cedar Court Hotels Bradford and Huddersfield. Excellent for motorway networks.
When
Tuesday ONLINE 8am until 9am
Wednesday, Thursday
and Friday breakfast – 7.15am until 9am
Thursday lunch – 11.15am until 1pm
Ready To Grow Your Business
With Sam Networking?
Huddersfield
EVERY FRIDAY | 7.15AM – 9AM
Our Huddersfield group is held at the Cedar Court, Ainley Top, Lindley Moor Road, Hudderfield HD3 3RH. Literally 2 minutes from the M62, junction 24.
Bradford / Leeds
EVERY WEDNESDAY | 7.15AM – 9AM
Our Bradford/Leeds group is held at the very conveniently located Cedar Court, Mayo Avenue, Rooley Lane, Bradford BD5 8HW (top of the M606).
Halifax
EVERY THURSDAY | 7.15AM – 9AM
Our Halifax group is held at Cedar Court, as it’s right on the border between Halifax and Huddersfield. Find the Cedar Court at Ainley Top, Lindley Moor Road, Hudderfield HD3 3RH. Literally 2 minutes from the M62, junction 24.
Lunch
EVERY THURSDAY | 11.15AM – 1PM
Our Lunch group is held at Cedar Court. Find the Cedar Court at Ainley Top, Lindley Moor Road, Hudderfield HD3 3RH. Literally 2 minutes from the M62, junction 24.
Online
EVERY TUESDAY | 8AM – 9AM
This group meets every Tuesday between 8am and 9am on Zoom.
SAM Business Expos
My Expos are a little different to all the others.
Firstly, if it says 10am until 3pm. That’s precisely what happens. You can be safe in the knowledge that if you want to rock up at 2.30pm, then you can and we will all still be there, waiting to greet you!
Secondly, there won’t be oodles of the same types of business. Nobody wants to visit an Expo and be faced with 42 web developers or 17 solicitors, and the like. There will never be more than 2 or 3 of the same sector. Makes it interesting for everyone exhibiting and everyone visiting.
You can learn stuff too > There’ll be a bunch of seminars you can attend – keep checking back here for updates, or pop along to Eventbrite.
Networking > Make sure you allow a good few hours, as the 89 exhibitors are across 3 rooms, so you’ll need to make sure you have plenty of business cards and a lot of stamina to do lots of networking!
FREE PARKING > Thought it does get busy. The hotel staff will be available to help you find a space.
FREE BAG TO CARRY ALL YOUR MERCH > Collect this on arrival, along with a brochure explaining what’s what and where you can find everyone.
FOOD > The hotel have a restaurant on the ground floor, so if you want to make a day of it, grab a bite to eat, a coffee or something stronger, to keep you going!
FANCY A STAND TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS?
Then drop me a line at your earliest convenience. Email me at sam@sam-networking.co.uk Of the 89 available, only a handful remain and this is because it’s gained a lot of followers over the last 4 years, making it the ‘go-to’ Expo in the region.
See you there, Sam!
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Socials
At SAM, we’re super social and find that the better we get to know each other, the more the referrals come flying in. We have lots of get togethers throughout the year. After the Business EXPO in April, we celebrate our busy day of connecting by relaxing with a few beers.
Then the Summer party BBQ is getting bigger each year, with more and more members attending. We have a live band (a few members are in different bands), lots of yummy food and lots of refreshments! So far, the weather has been kind too!
Christmas time brings another party. All groups join forces to round off the year and enjoy a Christmas lunch, drinks, fun quizzes and awards for the best attended to name but a few!
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Charity
We love to support local charities here at SAM and lots of the local ones enjoy FREE membership and visit the meetings on a regular basis. This gives them access to a massive support system and lots of business professionals to lean on and collaborate with.
Many of our members love to undertake their own fund-raising activities too for our charities. We’ve had members throw themselves out of aeroplanes, do wing walks, whilst others took part in a wheelchair race to demonstrate how tough it is to have a disability. This year, one member is undertaking the rather gruelling London marathon! Also, in the depths of Winter, a few members are sleeping rough for 24 to support the homeless.
We have many events too with our charities. Charity balls, golf days, you name it, anything goes and everyone is happy to get involved. Our last charity ball, the Monster Mash, raised over £17,500. How fabulous is that?!
Check Out Our Members
A conglomeration of extremely pleasant, local, very experienced and inspirational professionals (some start-ups too), motivating each other to do business, referring genuine potential business partners to each other through an enormous network of contacts and simply supporting one other with advice and wisdom when things can get tough.
All peppered with a little humour (who wants to attend a miserable business meeting?!) and some members just choosing to have a catch-up over a delicious breakfast/lunch and a cup of fresh coffee. Whatever works for you.
Why Businesses Love Sam Networking
Peace of Mind Financial Solutions
I joined SAM Networking about three months ago and was warmly welcomed into the group. Now on a Friday morning, we meet up and have fun while we support each other in business. Sam’s unique approach to networking is non-stuffy and comical and yet the basic principles for effective networking are observed. Friday mornings are now like being able to wrap a big coat of support around you in a meeting style like no other.
Credere Solutions
Being a part of SAM Networking changed my entire working life! I have attended both the Bradford and Halifax groups over the past 3 years as of 16/01/2024.
When I first started networking, I was absolutely shi**ing my pants and was extremely shy; the groups helped me massively to come out of my shell and interact with other amazing businesses.
Massive thanks to SAM and all my fellow networkers for everything you do for me and my business!
P.S. SAM Networking actually gives you a false sense of security. You go to SAM Networking, have a fabulous experience, but then go networking elsewhere and it’s pants!
Reonex IT and Telecoms
SAM Networking has helped us make some truly valuable connections. Alongside getting sales enquiries, the biggest benefit has been finding reliable local businesses to work with. One member built us a fantastic new website that exceeded all expectations, and another helped is with branded merch and flyers. Sam goes the extra mile and genuinely cares about helping people collaborate & succeed, a true networking guru. Would I recommend SAM Networking? Abso-chuffing-lutely!
Roche AV
I’ve experienced both online and in-person networking with Sam’s groups. They’re run professionally and full of really good, enthusiastic business owners. For me, there is an enjoyable, more relaxed atmosphere. Despite this approach, it doesn’t stop the flow of genuine, ongoing business referrals and collaborations. Definitely one of my favourite networking groups. I’d also like to add that Sam turned out to be taller than I’d imagined and nothing like an Oompa Lumpa. (I had only seen Sam on Zoom until a few months ago!).
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