About the SBCN

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Welcome

Monthly Networking, Special Events, Conferences and more.

Do you want to connect with Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, Students and Startups?

Listen to a message from the SBCN's founders to learn more.

 

Who would be interested in the SBCN?

  • Small business operators; their employees and support network.
  • Business owners who would benefit from support and relationships with other business operators.
  • Entrepreneurs & start-ups.
  • Students considering going into small business.
  • Individuals who want to network online

Membership

Guests are always welcome at our monthly networking events; there is no limit on the number of times you can attend as a guest. However, the SBCN has compelling membership options that provide a number of additional benefits. We would certainly recommend that you come and check-out our monthly networking event as a guest before making any membership committments.

Our online members are entitled to attend monthly meetings, as well as enjoy the online benefits, but do have to pay a guest fee of $20 as they do pay a reduced membership fee as an online member.

If you are interested to learn more about our membership options, please take a look at the benefits of becoming a member.

If you prefer internet networking enjoy some of the membership benefits from the comfort of your own office or home. The SBCN membership directory is your showcase to the global community!

The SBCN Advisory Committee

We are dedicated to bringing premier networking opportunities to the small business community. As such, we're continually looking to improve and enhance the services we offer.

History of the SBCN

The Small Business Community Network group (SBCN) was founded in 2003 by Linda and Dave Ockwell-Jenner. It was felt there was a need for an organization such as the SBCN to help small business owners enter the world of networking. Our guiding principles are:

  • Offer a warm welcome to both members and guests.
  • We focus on building relationships of trust.
  • Mentorship; helping one another grow.
  • Referrals are not an expectation, but they come with time.
  • We are not limited to a single member of each profession.
  • To offer educational opportunities.
  • To be accessible to all small business owners.