Successful Networking offers a friendly, non-threatening environment, in which to exchange ideas and share information.

Whether you are an experienced networker or new to networking, Successful Networking provides a stimulating, welcoming environment in which we can assist you to develop your business goals.

The 3 principles that Successful Networking is founded upon are, Connect, Network, Collaborate.

How it works...

We believe that the people who join our networking groups are forward thinking businesspeople that have the ability to see more than just what's in it for me. They are people dedicated to their business but know in a networking situation, if other businesses around them are doing well then this is a direct response to what the network environment contributes and what the group as a collective is achieving. We all have networks, no one is an Island, and a group of like-minded businesspeople can be a force to be reckoned with.

Each week we pose a topic via a question or statement that we hope elicits our members to share their thoughts about the topic, and also how it relates to your particular business. This is a very informal format and can be very enlightening and at times extremely funny. We aim to create a space where businesspeople feel free to participate and express how and what their business is about but just as importantly what the person is about.

We believe that referrals between businesses can happen when relationships are developed and trust is gained. 

Networking is a great way to interact between businesses and that leads to new opportunities for everybody.

A big thanks to those who continue to be members, you are such a great bunch, and we value our relationships greatly.

We are always open to new members coming along to our groups on a free trial basis and ask that you contact us first so we can discuss where best fits you and your business. We do have a rule of only one industry type per group so feel free to discuss this with us.

Group Meeting information.

Meetings are held weekly at various times and venues. We welcome proactive businesses to join us and share your business vision and what you do. We are a relaxed but active group with a joint aim to enhance your business through building relationships.

If you would like to come along as a visitor, please contact us first as we have a policy of only one business type per group.

In the next few months we are opening a new group in the Minden / Te Puna area and ask if you are interested in joining us that you contact Denise and discuss this further with her. One hour per week to mix, mingle and discuss business with people who are interested in growing and promoting  their business to a wider target group, in a constructive, friendly and proven referral based system.

Click on the group name below to see further information and the current members in each group.

Bethlehem - This group will be commencing on Wednesday 15th October 2025 held at Patio Rose Cafe, 528 Cambridge Road. This group will start at 9.00am, running until 10am each week. If you are interested in joining, give Denise a call or email her to discuss this further.

Bayfair - The Originals. The weekly meeting is held every Friday morning starting at 7.30 am at Zone Cafe (upstairs), Owens Place Mount Maunganui.

Matua - Every Friday from 7.00am until 8.00am. Held at Fika Cafe Cherrywood.

Pāpāmoa - Each week the group meeting is held on a Wednesday morning starting at 7.15 am at Double Teaspoon Cafe, Pāpāmoa Plaza, 7 Gravatt Rd Pāpāmoa Beach.

Pāpāmoa East - Meetings are from 7.30am until 8.30am each week on a Thursday.

Tauranga CBD - Meeting every Wednesday in the Tauranga CBD. Situated at Oscar and Otto, 51 The Strand, Tauranga. The meetings run from 7.30am until 8.30am.

Tauranga City - The group meeting is held from 7.30am until 8.30am every Thursday at Chapel Cafe, 65 Chapel Street, Tauranga. Located in the Bay Central Shopping Centre which also includes Rebel Sports and Briscoes.

Tauriko  - This group holds its meeting every Thursday at Neck of the Woods Food Co, 50 Taitimu Road, Tauriko, with the meetings running from 8am until 9am.

Rotorua - The Lake. The group weekly meeting is held every Tuesday morning starting at 7.30am. Held at Zippys Central Cafe, 1153 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua Central.

Whakatāne,  Central - We have had interest from Whakatane and invite you to contact us if you wish to be part of this group.

Waikato Region, Hamilton - There has also been interest shown in this area and so planning is underway for a Hamilton based group.

Auckland Central - The central area of Auckland has been chosen as the first area to hold our inaugural Successful Networking Auckland region cluster meeting. We are, at this stage, looking at the western side of the CBD around the Ponsonby/Grey Lynn area.

Although no date has been set for this meeting, we are asking people who may be interested to contact Denise and discuss this further.

Recognizing that Auckland has a widespread geographical layout we would be interested in what areas you would consider are of interest to you if you were to become part of Successful Networking. Talk to us and collaborate on this if it interests you.

Future events and further Networking opportunities for members.

Each year we hold regular events where members from ALL the groups meet and get to know each other and their businesses. We do this in many different ways from a casual meet and greet every 2 to 3 months on a Friday afternoon, to a SPEED NETWORKING evening to a twice-yearly event where members and their partners  are also invited.

We strongly believe that Networking is not just about the weekly meetings, but it is also about getting to know and understanding your fellow group members while it is also about the members of the wider groups knowing each other. We have many members that collaborate within their group but also collaborate across the groups. This sort of networking adds value and contributes to members businesses and is a powerful tool in growing your business.

Having these events also allows us to give back to members and show our appreciation to members and their partners. To have a successful business we are always appreciative of the people who support our members and acknowledging your support network, for us is important.