I am the new organiser for this group,   I wanted to offer an opportunity for small business owners to meet up for a drink and to network in a social setting,  so wanted to keep this group going. Melbourne Small Business Community as a more casual way to work "on" our businesses rather than "in" our businesses. Stay tuned for up and coming meet ups.

Do what you love. Turn your passion into your career. Start a company. Create jobs. Inspire others. Change the world. Vision Women as Entrepreneurs were created with the vision to build, support and promote the Australian national community of like-minded aspiring and accomplished female entrepreneurs. With partnerships, empowerment and inspiration, WE encourage more women to bravely step into entrepreneurship, increasing the current 17% female presence in the Australian entrepreneurial space. …

We give entrepreneurs an opportunity to meet angel and venture capitalists who finance start-ups and businesses who may require capital for various stages of their project development. An opportunity for angel and venture capitalists to meet entrepreneurs who have projects that may require investment and to also provide mentorship for enthusiastic entrepreneurs. Meet, network, share, exchange, explore new ideas, concepts and have fun meeting new people. A great meetup for Entrepreneurs, Investor …

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bt95wKo2v8M&feature=youtu.be Entrepreneurs think somewhat differently to most people don’t they? They dream BIG, think BIG and can sometimes be looked upon as a little strange from the outside world. It can be a lonely place when you think like us. Thoughts that don’t necessarily conform to Societies stereotypical life design that we choose not to follow. Let’s face it, YOU are YOUNIQUE in so many ways. Why should you constantly fight the rules when your YOUNIQENE …

Entrepreneurs Unite - Marketing & Mastermind Group This group has been created to establish a supportive environment for business owners and entrepreneurs to: 1.) Further their business success by brainstorming with other like-minded people to create further opportunities by expanding their business vision, creating actionable steps to reach their business goals, developing an extraordinary dream business and to create a life with purpose. 2.) Take "Rapid-Action" Challenges to get things done - …

Are You a WICEN? (Women In Creative Enterprises Network) WICEN are creatives who: * run their own creative enterprise (or are planning to start one) * want to connect with other uber special, creative, entrepreneurial women * hunger for and are inspired by the company of other creatives * believe in giving and receiving * believe that collaboration is far more profitable (on so many levels) than competition * want to come together and break bread while doing business stuff (great, healthy food) …

Are you a business manager or executive, a speaker, author, coach, seminar leader, online marketer or entrepreneur? If so, you're a leader. People pay attention to and follow what you say. To reach their hearts as well as their minds, you need to communicate emotionally. You need to share what's important and enrol people in your vision. That's what this group is about. Your soul leadership: communicating who you are, and what matters, so you can connect heart to heart and soul to soul about wha …

If you're bored of running your business, idea or creative studio out of your garage or bedroom, then it's time for you to move into a bigger garage - one thats filled with people who share an array of interesting ideas, friendly personalities and unique skillsets. GENIAUS is hosting a co-working session at RMIT for entrepreneurs, students, tech-heads, professionals and creatives. There will heaps of things to learn and lots of interesting people to meet – all of whom share a similarly powerful …

PLEASE DO NOT JOIN IF YOU ARE A: NETWORK MARKETER INTERNET/AFFILIATE MARKETER STUDENT FRANCHISEE JUST STARTING A BUSINESS (START-UP) PROPERTY BUSINESS OWNER 'MELBOURNE ENTREPRENEURS' IS A MEETUP GROUP ONLY FOR SERIOUS TRADITIONAL BUSINESS OWNERS (WHO HAVE BEEN IN OPERATION FOR MORE THAN TWO YEARS). It has been said that 'the entrepreneur is the loneliest person in the world.' NOT ANY MORE!! Come and network with other enthusiastic and experienced traditional business owners and entrepreneurs …

Do your work for a Family Business ? Do you own or run a Family Business ? Do you have Family in your business ? If the answer is yes you are not alone and you should join this group. Fun, Learning and Business Relationships is what we set out to achieve. This group is for family business members that are 1st generation to 6th generation or by association. Organised by the NEXT generation of business leaders in their families dynasties we are like minded businesses people who want to learn, deve …

This is a group for anyone interested in outsourcing, be it Call centres, IT , Finance and administration or any business process. etc. Anybody who wants to know more is very welcome. If you want to outsource a function in your business from virtual assistants to a call centre, or if you want an offshore or local connection. I started this group because I want to meet other Outsourcing enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring opportunities and sharing information with everybody.”

A group of likeminded business owners come together each month with the view to help each other grow out small businesses. We foster a supportive environment where we can help and support each other and develop long lasting, valuable relationships. We meet monthly to: - Discuss and help solve each other's business problems and challenges; - Develop valuable relationships and build a strong network of likeminded individuals; - Share information, resources and feedback And much more!

We are building an open source collaborative online network to buy, sell and move local food.  We include software developers, local food businesses, farmers, eaters, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, foodies and people generally passionate about changing the world for the better.

Casey-Cardinia Referral Network is a non-profit business networking organisation incorporated in Victoria, Australia. Our membership base covers the shires of Casey and Cardinia within South Eastern metropolitan Melbourne. We meet fortnightly for breakfast in a Narre Warren restaurant.

Hi there, have you read the book? What would be your dream place to do business? At the beach? The snow? How’d you like to make it happen? This is a group of like minded people who want to connect and make new friends, share ideas and learn how to live a life of FREEDOM - Most people in life are either TIME or MONEY poor, or BOTH. However it doesn’t have to be this way, more and more people every day are waking up to that thought! If you are the type of person who wants to be financially free an …

This is a call to small businesses and independent workers who would like to participate/contribute to a Coworking community in the Bayside suburbs of Melbourne. I've kicked off this Meetup to connect with like minded people and gauge the local appetite for a Coworking Community outside of Melbourne CBD. Jump on in.....

Welcome to Impact Melbourne! Impact Melbourne is a group of working professionals and entrepreneurs, who want to have a positive influence on the people and environment where we work. At Impact Melbourne, we facilitate and support skill building, knowledge sharing and networking. We invite you to join us at our FREE monthly meet-up at Telstra Corporate Centre, 242 Exhibition Street, Melbourne where we will have inspiring and motivational guest speakers sharing knowledge on their field of exper …

This is a group for entrepreneurs to meet with other entrepreneurs.

Mt.Eliza Networking is a non profit organization, where businesses can meet, confer, refer in a relaxed atmosphere. An inexpensive way of promoting your business; creating contacts; meeting other professional people and making friends. Mt.Eliza Networking Is a non profit organization and is purely interested in gathering businesses together to network, refer & have fun! It’s an exciting group, where for as little as $150* per year you will have a golden opportunity to promote your business by ne …

Hi guys and girls, I thought it would be a great idea to catch up on a social basis and meet other business analysts outside my team. We could connect with each other, bounce ideas off each other and share our challenges with other like minded people. Looking forward to welcoming you to the BA family.

This group has been established to educate and empower entrepreneurs seeking investors to fund their business growth and development. Angel Investors and Venture Capital Financiers are seasoned professionals in entrepreneurship and investing.   They see hundreds of opportunities cross their desk every year and only act on a couple of these.  The reality is there are way more great ideas out there than funded businesses. Is your opportunity the one they will act on?  Are you 'Investor Ready'? Do …

This group is designed to bring people from IT business together. You should join this group: If you are an IT Developer, IT Consultant, IT Analyst, Project Manager, IT Recruiter, Start-up manager or small business manager then this group will help to build your professional network in Melbourne. If you want to be more aware of the market's tendencies and up to date on new technologies. If you are looking for an IT Professional then you might find your perfect geek here as well. If you need an a …

TheLaB Admission is free. Participants order scrumptious lunch from the selected menu ($10-20). Meetups are held fortnightly. A Leadership and Business development group for connecting like-minded people for the purpose of personal and professional development. Build strong business relationships, be inspired, develop key knowledge, be accountable and engage in our referral network. Share your business knowledge. Network with like minded entrepreneurs. Leadership development. Discussions and sh …

This meetup is specifically for small business and start-ups to help you Enhance, Expand and Evolve by consciously creating your path to success from the inside out - Self-Leadership through Business-Leadership - As the secret to being a successful entrepreneur is to grow YOU!  'Self-aware, transformed in thinking and equip with the tools to THRIVE in business and life!' Conscious Entrepreneurs meetup is a group you meet with for the purpose of reinforcing growth and success while offering suppo …

The Melbourne Leading Business Women's Collective is a monthly face to face empowerment group that is interactive, educational and enriching. It is a space where business women gather to learn specific ways to increase their ability to connect, communicate and contribute. We are interested in exploring new ways to BE, DO and HAVE it all in a life that pulls us in many roles and directions. We are brave yet vulnerable, willing to own our greatness and to learn from others. We are proud yet not pr …

If you work from home and live on the Mornington Peninsula, you've probably thought about the benefits of working in an office space but still don't relish the thought of a one-hour commute to Melbourne. Whether you're a remote worker, self employed or starting a new business, everyone benefits from being surrounded by like-minded folk in a conducive environment. Other benefits include not being distracted by a kitchen that needs cleaning, support and advice from other people with similar experi …

This is a group for startups and business owners that need help to grow their business or to help turn ideas into reality. Our goal is to help you develop your business and to achieve your goals by offering you the tools, the knowledge and the strategic partnerships that are required to get you to where you want to be.

Do you own and operate a SERVICE or TRADE BUSINESS in Melbourne??? This is a Meetup group ONLY for BUSINESS OWNERS to mastermind with other BUSINESS OWNERS in the SERVICE and TRADES sector. It has been said that 'the entrepreneur is the loneliest person in the world.' NOT ANY MORE!! Come and network with other enthusiastic service and trade business owners to keep your motivation high. Networking is not only about acquiring new business, it's about building a support network that helps BUILD y …