Building a successful network and surrounding yourself with people who share a similar drive and ambition can make all the difference.
 
Below are a list of networking groups to assist with your personal growth and business development:

Realise Business

Realise Business is a not-for-profit enterprise funded by all levels of Government, which means you can get advice from our highly experienced Business Advisors for a fraction of the cost of private business coaching. Plus, membership gives you access to our growing network of Sydney businesses, regular events and education for every stage of business.
 
Contact:               Greg Kay 
Email:                   greg@realisebusiness.com.au 
Phone:                 9545 5900
Web:                    www.realise.business

BNI Australia

BNI is a business referral organisation whose primary purpose is to assist its members to find and exchange qualified business referrals. BNI provides its members with a professional structure and an ongoing training which enables members to network in a deliberate manner for the sole purpose of generating more business.

Contact:               Bob Greenup
Email:                  bob@maxamise.com.au
Phone:                 9191 0691
Web:                    www.bnisc.com.au/nsw---sydney-south-quantum/en-AU/index

BxNetworking

BxNetworking is a regular fortnightly meeting that enables members to connect with like-minded professionals. With groups across NSW and the ACT (national rollout to be announced soon), BxNetworking believes small business is built on trust, and assists members to grow their business by building relationships with other smart operators.

Contact:               Matt Alderton
Email:                  info@b-x.com.au
Phone:                 1300 068 229
Web:                    www.bxbusinessnetworking.com.au/

St George Business Chamber

The St George Business Chamber helps businesses maximise their potential in the St George Area and to be the voice of small business. The Chamber is an advocate for small business whether standing up to government and decision makers when business interests are neglected, or working together to create positive change. They believe it is important for the business community to succeed, because prosperity creates new jobs, social wealth, and better communities in which to live.

Contact:               Tony Baddour
Phone:                0418 422 517
Web:                    www.stgeorgebc.com.au

Southern Strength Agile Manufacturing

Established in 2012, the Southern Strength Agile Manufacturing Network is a not-for-profit that champions Sydney's manufacturing sector, focusing on enhancing its member businesses. By fostering close ties with government and industry bodies, the network ensures members are well-represented and informed. Collaborating within a skilled member base, it actively pursues and facilitates business opportunities that often yield profitable partnerships. This enables members to compete effectively on both local and global stages.

Contact:               info@southernstrength.com.au
Phone:                02 9521 0500
Web:                    www.southernstrength.com.au
 

Hurstville St George Combined Liquor Accord

In NSW Liquor accords are voluntary industry-based partnerships working in local communities to introduce practical solutions to liquor-related problems. They reach agreements on ways to improve the operation of licensed venues so that entertainment venues and precincts are safe and enjoyable. Most liquor accords include members from the local business community, local councils, police, government departments and other community organisations.

Contact: liquoraccord2220@gmail.com