Find business networks and advocacy services

Networks 

Greenwich Connect

Greenwich Connect aims to forge constructive relationships between small businesses in Royal Greenwich. 

They organise free, monthly gatherings in venues across the borough. These events offer: 

  • business-related talks from guest speakers 
  • opportunities to network and collaborate with other attendees 
  • a chance to bring your ideas to the table 

Visit the Greenwich Connect website for more information 

Business club for landlords

If you’re a local housing landlord, you can register to join this club. 

Find out more about how to join our business club for landlords 

Greenwich Creative Network

A network for creatives to connect, collaborate and shape culture in Greenwich. The network welcomes: 

  • artists and creative practitioners 
  • freelancers 
  • creative businesses 
  • cultural organisations, collectives and institutions 

Find out more about Greenwich Creative Network 

Advocacy and representative organisations

Federation of Small Business (FSB)

The FSB is the UK's leading membership organisation for small businesses and the self-employed. Their mission is to help you achieve your business ambitions. 

They offer members a wide range of benefits including: 

  • business banking 
  • events 
  • insurance 
  • legal and business helplines 
  • member-only deals 
  • online resources 

Visit the Federation of Small Business website for more information 

South East London Chamber of Commerce

The South East London Chamber of Commerce is a membership organisation that represents businesses. It’s work covers Royal Greenwich and 4 other boroughs – Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and Lewisham. 

As a member you will have the opportunity to: 

  • attend networking events that promotes business between members 
  • access policy and decision-makers in order to influence change 
  • connect to key regeneration projects across the region 

The chamber focuses on strategic issues such as: 

  • employment and skills 
  • planning 
  • the economy 
  • the environment 
  • transport 

Visit the South East London Chamber of Commerce website for more details