Testimonials
"Since taking over The Business Network SW a couple of years ago, Sean has put his incredible energy and enthusiam into the events to create a fantastic atmosphere in which to do business - you should hear the buzz in the room during the lunches! He is always cheerful and friendly and is happy to recommend members to whoever he meets even if it is outside of the network. He is always thinking ahead to the next thing that he can do to help members promote their business and is very keen to embrace new technology...And in between all this he still manages to find time to help organise and to attend other networking events.
If you are a member of The Business Network you can be assured that Sean will always be trying to help you get the most from your membership
Andrew Parrott - Round Ash Associates
"Where and how to network is an issue all small businesses need to consider. After many years of trying various groups and associations I can honestly say Sean's Business Network (SW) is by the far the most friendly, enjoyable and, most important, effective group I have been involved in. I recommend Sean and his Network to any business owner looking to spread the word about themselves and their services."
John Hawkey - Debt Solutions South West
"I like Sean, he is a motivator and a positive individual. There are alot of good networking events in the area but Seans was the first one I joined and I am glad I did. His events are structured and professional yet personable. Business Network works. Sean is very efficient and quick off the ball. If you are looking to invest into any networking events in the area, Business Network should be your first point of call. You will not be disappointed. I look forward to continuing to work with Sean and the members of Business Network SW."
Alana Carroll - Gravitas Recruitment (SW0 Ltd
"Sean has been a supportive 'partner' with his vibrant and enthusiastic Business Network. We have been members of Business Network South West for 11 years in total. I have found this to be one of the very best network opportunities, not only because it's membership is for senior decsion makers, but also because of the way Sean runs things."
May 2011
Nigel Peeck N3 Display Graphics
"Guys, Sean's Networking WORKS!!
I recently attended a lunch in Exeter, met a fellow director of a Design company who was looking to put in place a mobile contract for his business. We met soon after and the following week we put in place a new business mobile contract, phones are now delivered and working.
Thanks Sean for the introduction"
May 2011
Simon Nunn - Baytek Voice and Data
Thank you for an excellent lunch at The Lord Haldon yesterday with the Exeter Business Network.
Full of decision makers and owners, plenty of contacts new and old to renew acquaintances.
Excellent speaker in John Leach from ShelterBox.
All in all money well spent.
April 2011
John Smith
"Sean runs one of the Premier networking events in Bristol and does so with unwavering passion and enthusiasm.
The people attracted to his events are always of a high calibre and are always decision makers within their respective companies, a rare find on the Bristol Networking Scene.
The format is also great and makes the whole event extremely enjoyable, and it works.
I've made several great contacts and even picked up several clients within the room and from their wider contact sphere and i cannot recommend Business Network SW highly enough.
I've even started inviting Clients now and prospective clients as i know they will be impressed and it will enhance my relationship with them."
March 2011
Glen Morgan - Credebt
"Sean has been a supportive 'partner' with his vibrant and enthusiastic Business Network. We have been members of Business Network South West for 11 years in total. I have found this to be one of the very best network opportunities, not only because it's membership is for senior decsion makers, but also because of the way Sean runs things."
Nigel Peeck - N3
"Sean runs one of the Premier networking events in Bristol and does so with unwavering passion and enthusiasm.
The people attracted to his events are always of a high calibre and are always decision makers within their respective companies, a rare find on the Bristol Networking Scene.
The format is also great and makes the whole event extremely enjoyable, and it works.
I've made several great contacts and even picked up several clients within the room and from their wider contact sphere and i cannot recommend Business Network SW highly enough.
I've even started inviting Clients now and prospective clients as i know they will be impressed and it will enhance my relationship with them."
Glen Morgan - Credebt Ltd
The power of your networking events:
Last month I met Nigel of WNW design for the first time briefly at the lunch in Exeter, he heard me talking about my mobile phone business and said his mobile contract is coming up for renewal on the 3rd April, I went to see him that week and within the next week I had agreed with Nigel a new business contract for him and two of his colleagues. Phones are now delivered and setup and contract in place.
IT REALLY DOES WORK!!
Simon Nunn - Baytek Voice and Data
"Sean's caring attitude has helped St Loye's Foundation in many ways. He always finds time to promote our charity to Business Network (SW) members and I fully recommend his network lunches as they are a great way to build valuable and lasting business relationships."
Phil Roberts- St Loye's
Thank you for an excellent lunch at The Lord Haldon on 13th April with the Exeter Business Network.
Full of decision makers and owners, plenty of contacts new and old to renew acquaintances.
Excellent speaker in John Leach from ShelterBox.
All in all money well spent.
I can't wait for the next one in May.
John Smith
"You are assured of a very warm welcome at Business Network SW as Sean is a very personable chap, he has a unique way of making any networking event swing along with aplomb and his quotations are legendary and normally most apt. The format of his network functions are both refreshing and professionally run. The seminars are always very informative and give both opportunities for speakers to promote their business over a longer period of time and worthwhile content for members and visitors alike to benefit from. With superlative venues and good food also thrown in you can't go wrong. Highly Recommended."
Simon Blackler - Set Your Spirit Free
I just wanted to drop you a quick line thanking you for the event last Thursday.
It was thoroughly enjoyable, and also showed tremendous potential for being thoroughly useful.
Lara Lewis - Corporate Video Services
"Sean is one of the most generous and giving people I know. He runs a fantastic networking organisation and he never ceases to amaze me with his boundless energy and stamina. Here's to you my friend."
Julian Summerhayes
"As a business coach, I have been a member of Sean's network for over 2 years now and I can honestly say that it's been a great investment, with an excellent ROI of 400%. And that's just the financial side of it. The people you meet at the events are friendly and knowledgeable and Sean brings them all together with charm and efficiency. Sean is also always happy to help anyone who needs an introduction or wants some assistance. A great platform for any business owner who wants to grow their business."
Inge Dowden - Polyglot Coaching
I really enjoyed it, we had a table of lovely people who seemed to get on extremely well, and quite a few business opportunities popped up, so very beneficial lunch!
Sarah Ashworth - Kinnarps
"Sean's enthusiasm brings out the very best possibilities for those fortunate enough to enjoy the great networking and learning opportunities afforded by the Business Network. What possible better way is there to form relationships with business colleagues? Totally professionally done, but with such a human and warm touch. It's s pleasure to recommend him and his organisation."
Norman Hartnell - Hartnell Chanot and Partners
I just wanted to drop you a note to say that I found the business networking event yesterday thoroughly enjoyable, interesting, and valuable. I couldn’t fault the event in any way and it’s certainly opened my eyes to the benefits of networking. Everything was very professional - the speakers, the venue and facilities and most of all it was a great platform to discuss potential business opportunities and linkages with other local companies.
Karen Morledge - Plum Communications & PR
Another great networking lunch yesterday! Just wanted to say thank you to you - for everything you put into these events, your energy and enthusiasm is admirable!
It’s always a pleasure to attend, the atmosphere is notoriously buzzing, and it’s such a great platform for me to meet and form relationships with a broad base of local businesses – a wholly worthwhile 2 hours away from the desk
Vicky Squires - Buckerell Lodge Hotel
Thank you again for inviting me to the Exeter Business Networking Event yesterday. It really has surpassed my expectations and I had a blast.
Met some fantastic individuals, which at the end of the day, is what its all about.
Dmitry Howell - HSBC
Ally Colton - Fundraising & Publicity Co-ordinator
Just wanted to say thanks. Via the members area I have been able to email Ronnie Halden of Peninsular One Source - I was only able to remember Ronnie's name, couldn't remember the business name and couldn't find his business card - however with the help of the members area I found him at the click of a button! Well done once again to Business Network South West.
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Ally Colton - Families for Children
"Just to say the lunches are great, very informative in a light hearted manner. I feel very relaxed, a credit to you and your team."
Jayne Smart
I very much enjoyed attending the event at the Golf and Country Club and meeting everyone. I was very impressed with what everyone had to say about you and the events - all highly complementary! What a great bunch of freindly and supportive people you have pulled together.
Jacqui Cornish
This is without doubt the best networking event in the South West!
Jeremy Townsend - Picture of Health
Thanks very much and thanks for another great meeting yesterday. There’s a real buzz about the Network these days and that’s very much down to the energy and enthusiasm that you put into the meetings.
Pete Weeks - Daneswood
Recommendation: "Sean runs an extremely effective networking lunch which is proffessionaly organised and produces a good deal of business between local businesses.
Sean is always full of energy and want to make the event and contacts work.
Top man."
Gerry Bolt - 365 Promotions
Thank you for yesterday, excellent seminar and speakers, great food, interesting conversations & I picked up three potential new business leads.
Alan Webb- Imagine Co-operative Childcare
I've been a Business Network member for about 5 years now. There are so many networking opportunities in the area now its hard to know where best to spend your time, however one date that's always in the diary is the Business Network because of its format. I like the fact you only have decision makers there and the table system works really well too. Keep up the great work Sean et al.
Alastair Banks - Optix Solutions
I have been a member of Exeter Business Network for a few years now and rarely miss a lunch! Sean and Jane are very welcoming and make the events fun and relaxed as well as a being great place to make new contacts in business. This networking group is a must for any business large or small!!
Mandy Blackler - Casino Select
Well done on another excellent event yesterday – what a buzz. I think it really kicked off the new year with a bang and hopefully is a sign of an exciting year to come for us all.
Christine Mansfield - Merlin Marketing & Mentoring
''just a quick one to say how much I enjoyed yesterday, seems to be going from strength to strength''
Duncan Laker - Welcome Telecom
Thank you for yesterday I was informative and interesting, particularly to meet so many familiar faces and a very enjoyable experience. You are obviously doing something right and I congratulate you on your style and success good luck for the rest of 2010
Malcolm Colegate - Devon Regional Chairman FSB
Thank you for a great networking lunch today. As I mentioned on leaving I liked the addition of the 4 x member speakers at the end of the event, which gave extra food for thought and a brief platform for them to offer information on their offers etc.
I also very much liked the help-yourself approach to the wine on each table. Although I don't partake, mainly because of driving (!), I nonetheless found this system far less intrusive and distracting than when it is being poured by a waiter/waitress. It also prevented any of the usual interruption for the speakers.
I appreciate all the hard work and thought that goes into organising, developing and improving the BN for members and guests. Thanks, Sean, and well done!
Rosemary Pell - Road User Support Service
"A must join networking group for any serious business. I have been a member of the Exeter Business Network for several years and have found it an extremely useful way of getting to know businesses, developing business relationships and doing business in the area. The whole organisation is run extremely efficiently and I always look forward to the next month’s lunch meeting."
Robert Guest - WPA
Very good meeting yesterday, the synchronicity went even further as I by (chance)? Ended up sitting next to Steven Potticary who I had not met before and by the time we had finished talking of spiritual matters ( he covers this extensively in his work with people ) he has asked me to be one of his “experts” and talk to his clients on Spirit and how we must all regain our connections to Source, in order to truly feel “whole”.
Alison of Headway, who sat next to Steve is also very interested in spiritual matters, so it was all happening with Michael Gay keeping up as best he could!
Michael took one of my newsletters away with him, so ( unless it is to serve as a reminder of who not to deal with ! ) it seems that he was taking on board what we were saying as well.
I then check the seating plan and see that you have added a quote from Deepak Chopra whose books I cannot read fast enough as he offers such a clear insight into matters spiritual!!
Even Simon`s talk was edging into spiritual matters, both Steve and I were very interested as he went on to see how far he was going to take his talk in that direction, so maybe your Taunton lunches are being prepared for me to hit it head on in Feb at the Oake Manor with my talk headed “ A Modern Ghost Story “.........
Dudley Hambleton - Concorde Copiers
I just wanted to say thank you for a lovely event on Wed. The food was great and it was really kind of you to do a raffle for us and run a seminar.
Gemma Boyland - The West of England School
"thank you for creating such a great network. Business has been brilliant as a result
Simon Leek - South West ICT
Just wanted to let you know about another successful 'coming together' that started at a lunch. �I had previously sat on a table with Julie from Springboard Marketing and attended her recent seminar. �At the seminar she offered one morning of her time free of charge to Families for Children. �Julie came in on Monday and from that meeting we have come up with a plan to assist our recruitment of adopters. �At the end of the meeting Julie commented that all the ideas were probably ones that we had considered but had not got around to implementing and it hadn't been rocket science. �I replied that she was right, but that our rocket was grounded and she had provided the fuel for us to take off!! �
Ally Colton - Families for Children
"my diary is now full from members asking me to attend meetings and functions – in fact one lady even picked her up this afternoon to take me to an event! All very impressive!"
Hollie Knight - RGB Network
"Sean runs the Business Network Group. The BN is one of the best networking groups in the region, holding monthly lunches boasting 80+ people everytime. Not only are the events well attended but they are also decision makers only so you know your time is not wasted.
Sean is extremly personable and easy to approach. Always looking to 'connect' businesses in the network and beyond if he can. A great person to know."
Alastair Banks - Optix Solutions
"Sean manages the Business Network Lunch, a highly professional monthly networking event. It is a great platform to meet new business people and win new clients and with opportunities to display banners, present and host seminars, I have always found the network to be effective and more importantly really enjoyable. I would recommend to any business person, who is looking to grow their business, to visit one of the networking lunches and see first hand the many benefits Sean's network has to offer.
Julie Piper - Springboard Marketing
I just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how much I have got out of attending these lunches. I have not only made many fantastic contacts but I have gained so much actual business from them as well, that they have paid for themselves several times over. My opinion of networking was totally turned around by coming to these lunches, as I've done business just from sitting next to people that I would never normally of got speaking to. The food itself was always pretty fantastic too !
Jenny Liddell
Sean practices what he preaches, networking not on behalf of the Network so much as on behalf of the members. His genuine enthusiasm for and knowledge of the members makes him a great host and he always knows someone who can help, whatever our needs.
When I moved to Exeter 2 years ago, I went along to the local Business Network lunch on day 2 of my job here. The atmosphere was friendly, welcoming and supportive, largely thanks to Sean. I have met so many great suppliers, supporters and downright lovely people since that it was definitely one of the best things I could have done."
Helena Holt - Devon Air Ambulance Trust
"Sean's organisation, energy and enthusiasm ensure that Business Network SW is a must attend event each month. I would recommend joining to any business large or small."
Nigel Wilkinson - WNW Design
Just a quick note from Families for Children to say thank you so much for allowing us to join you on the stand last Friday. We had a very worthwhile afternoon and made many contacts regarding National Adoption Week (10-16 November this year). We are currently seeking adoptive parents in Exeter and the surrounding area and the afternoon provided us with many 'leads' and offers of help. As always, Business Network delivered!
Ally Colton - Families for Children
"I got a good interactive buzz going on my
table with certainly at least 2 companies striking a rapport
for a business relationship"
Ron Halden - Peninsular One Source
"Sean's business network across the South West is one of the best (being a bit of a networking addict!) It is always packed, lunch & wine very good and great new business to chat with and get to know. That right balance of networking, learning and enjoyment."
Wendy Wills - Ways2Win
"Looking for Networking Opportunities for your Business in the South West?
Sean's Business Network functions are very well organised and great value. He creates a forum for doing "Business", while facilitating the events himself with humour and a range of inspiring quotes. This balance allows the Decision Makers attending each lunch to focus on the serious side of the day - exchanging Business and contacts between themselves.
He keeps the format interesting and makes introductions whenever requested. If you're a "newbie", he'll make sure you quickly feel at home.
I'm very happy to recommend Sean's various networking events in the South West."
Anthony McGloin - Straight Forward Success
"I always look forward to the Exeter Business Network lunches each month, because attendance inevitably leads to more business. The members are good business people who value developing effective business relationships in a friendly, supportive but professional environment.
Sean Humby and his team run the meetings efficiently at some of the top venues in Exeter. This networking group is very well worth the time and money spent to attend, in my opinion and is thoroughly recommended."
Linda Bennett - The Best of Exeter
You are a networker's dream. You have the contacts and want to share them with people. You make this happen and ensure everyone has a good time networking. The events are interesting and you seat to mix people up at the meetings. As the Master of Ceremonies you keep us entertained whilst giving everyone the chance to contribute. Keep up the good work.
Janet Crummey - Business Mentor The Princes Trust