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About The Thanet Business Network

First established in 2002, Thanet Business Network (TBN) is an independent networking group made up of Thanet companies that primarily conduct business in Thanet and East Kent.

We meet every Wednesday at Baypoint, Sandwich for a full English breakfast (vegetarian option available) to network with members and guests. Our weekly network meetings are structured but friendly.

Where guests can introduce themselves and make new connections with a wide range of local companies.

Friendly Business Networking

Meeting at 6.30 in the morning, it has to be worthwhile, but it should also be enjoyable and at TBN we think we have the balance just right!

Guests tell us that we are one of the friendliest breakfast network clubs around.

30 Second Briefing

During our meetings, members and guests have the opportunity to make their 30 second briefing. This is the members chance to tell everyone in the room, what it is that they do and what business opportunities they are looking for, so that together members can generate business for each other.

TBN is Real World Social Media

Whilst naturally there is business conducted between TBN members, by far the greatest benefit is the referrals that members generate from their own business circles for TBN members - this is what embodies the growth of social media like LinkedIn. By being part of TBN, it's like having OVER 30 extra salesmen working for you...for FREE!

We Have Openings for New Members

Please see our list of members on the right; if your business or service doesn't conflict with a current member, we would be happy to welcome you along as a visitor and future member.

Thanet Business Network Core Values, Mission Statements and Guiding Principles:

Obtaining & Passing Business

TBN will collaborate with its members to identify potential business leads and, as a group consider the wider opportunity for business outside of individual interests. Collectively TBN helps grow and develop every member’s business, promoting all companies represented. Leads are logged through TBN’s website, building trust and confidence in TBN as a whole through the collection and presentation of this data.

Supporting TBN Members

TBN will support the business needs of all members by utilising the collective knowledge, experience, and contacts within the group to aid problem solving and positive growth. Members are able to share their individual business needs with the committee or the group and be in receipt of valuable advice, support and solutions in a confidential environment, free from judgement and with impartiality.

Supporting The Local Community

As a non-profit networking group TBN aspires to give back to the local community through fund raising activities and sponsorship. Supporting causes that will benefit Thanet.