friday 16th january
2026-01-16 07:00 - 09:00 (Europe/London) | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
The January meeting includes:
All GBC meetings include Tea/Coffee as well as networking opportunities before, during and after… Want some breakfast at the break? Order a ticket that includes a breakfast roll.
Book online before the meeting to be in the draw for our Business Book Giveaway each month and our Book Swap Shop will be open. (Sponsored by APT Legal)
Note: Doors open at 7am – with sit down at 7.30am
The meeting starts with the opportunity to introduce your business to the 40-50 organisations in the room. (10 secs max)
Table networking (Session 1) – 60 seconds to introduce your business to the fellow members of your table
Keynote Speaker: Bethany Goodman, Physical Activity & Wellbeing Lead from SKDC.
Wellbeing Works: Building Age Friendly Businesses for the Future
Join us for a focused session on why becoming an Age Friendly Employer is both the right thing to do and a smart business move. We’ll explain the Age Friendly Employer Pledge, the benefits it brings, and the practical steps to get started. You’ll also hear about wider workplace wellbeing benefits which boost productivity, supports staff retention, and creates a more engaged workforce.
As your local authority, we see first-hand how age-inclusive, well-supported workplaces strengthen our local economy, improve community wellbeing, and help residents of all ages thrive.
Whether you’re a small business or a large employer, you can expect simple guidance, real examples, and ideas on how you could build a positive workplace, where people of all ages can succeed.
After the break: (15mins to network and grab a tea/coffee top up and breakfast roll.)

Table networking (Session 2) – 60 seconds to introduce your business to the fellow members of your table

friday 13th february
2026-02-13 07:00 - 09:00 | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
February GBC Meeting Overview
Please note: due to works at the venue, this February meeting will take place one week earlier than usual.
This month’s meeting replaces the usual keynote speaker with an extended speed networking session, giving everyone more time to connect, share the business love and properly get to know one another. This format is designed to be lively, welcoming and highly interactive, making it ideal for building new relationships and strengthening existing ones.
As with all Grantham Business Club meetings, tea and coffee are included, along with plenty of opportunities to network before, during and after the formal agenda. If you would like something to eat, you can select a ticket that includes a breakfast roll to enjoy during the break.
Anyone who books online before the meeting will be entered into our monthly Business Book Giveaway, and the Book Swap Shop will also be open, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.
Schedule for the Morning
Doors open at 7.00am, giving you time to arrive, grab a drink and start networking. The meeting will begin with everyone seated at 7.30am.
We start with quick business introductions, giving each attendee up to 10 seconds to introduce their business to the 40 to 50 organisations in the room.
This is followed by table networking (Session 1), where you will have 60 seconds to introduce your business to fellow members at your table.
After a short break of around 15 minutes to network, top up your tea or coffee and enjoy your breakfast roll, the meeting continues with the main speed networking session. This gives you the chance to meet a wide range of members in a short space of time, sparking conversations that can be followed up after the meeting.
This February meeting is all about connections, conversation and creating opportunities, and is a great way to start the day feeling energised and connected.

friday 20th march
2026-03-20 07:00 - 09:00 | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
Note: Doors open at 7am – with sit down at 7.30am
We are back to our usual schedule for March, with the meeting taking place on the third Friday of the month at our normal time and venue.
This month features a practical and down-to-earth presentation titled Making compliance a breeze, delivered by Breeze Rowlands. The session is designed to take the stress out of compliance and give business owners clear, sensible guidance they can actually use. Rather than getting lost in jargon, the focus is on helping you feel more confident about your responsibilities and reducing risks to your customers, your team, your property and your information.
The talk will cover how different ISO management system frameworks can support businesses with simple, repeatable steps. This includes Information Security Management (ISO 27001) for managing cyber and data risks, Occupational Health and Safety (ISO 45001) for protecting staff and meeting H&S duties, Quality Management (ISO 9001) for building reliable processes and well-trained teams, and Environmental Management (ISO 14001) for cutting environmental impact and meeting legal requirements.
As always, tea and coffee are included, with plenty of time to network before, during and after the meeting. If you would like something to eat, you can choose a ticket that includes a breakfast roll for the break.
Anyone who books online before the meeting will be entered into the monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.
This March meeting is ideal for anyone who wants clearer, more confident control over compliance, without the headache.

friday 17th april
2026-04-17 07:00 - 09:00 | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
Note: Doors open at 7am – with sit down at 7.30am
Our speaker this month is Paul Tompsett, a graphic designer with over 30 years’ experience, working with local, national and international clients. He’s known for his creative approach, clear communication, and ability to build strong, consistent branding that helps businesses stand out. Having supported over 300 companies and created more than 200 logos, Paul offers a straightforward, single point of contact from concept through to print.
In his talk, “Consistency: Your Business Superpower”, Paul shares how consistent branding, messaging and action can help your business get noticed and remembered.
As always, tea and coffee are included, with plenty of time to network before, during and after the meeting. If you would like something to eat, you can choose a ticket that includes a breakfast roll for the break.
Anyone who books online before the meeting will be entered into the monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.
This month we will also be offering attendee headshots with our sponsored photographer Nicola Auckland – BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
We will be holding the Club AGM meeting after the April meeting, all guests welcome to stay for the club update.

headshot photos with Nicola Auckland
2026-04-17 07:00 - 09:00 | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
We are working again in collaboration with our photo sponsor Nicola Auckland.
Nicola helps ambitious business owners create thoughtful, on-brand imagery so they stand out to their ideal audience. Be visible, create relationships & gain clients with brand photography.
During the APRIL meeting (before the start, during the break and at the end) Nicola will take 2/3 professional headshots for booked on GBC members (MAX of 10 slots available)
You will have the option to choose the one you prefer which she will edit accordingly.
The special GBC rate is £35 per image.
NOTE You must be booked on for the April GBC meeting to attend this photoshoot – You can book your spot here
Book Your Slot Here

friday 15th may
2026-05-15 07:00 - 09:00 | Jubilee Church Life Centre, 5 London Rd, Grantham, NG31 6EY, United Kingdom
How to Grow Your BrainWhy your most important business asset is one you are not managing or tracking
Note: Doors open at 7am, with a prompt sit down at 7.30am
Our speaker this month is Nicola Hunt.
As business owners, we put time, energy and money into growing our businesses, yet rarely do we stop to consider the one thing driving every decision we make, both in business and in life.
Our brain.
The reality is that our brains can shrink as we age, but this is not simply down to getting older. The way we live and work each day plays a key role in how well our brain performs over time.
In this session, Nicola will explore whether your daily habits are supporting your brain or quietly working against it, sharing practical insights that may change how you approach your health, your thinking, and your business performance.
As always, tea and coffee are included, with time to network before, during and after the meeting. If you would like something to eat, you can choose a ticket that includes a breakfast roll for the break.
Anyone who books online before the meeting will be entered into the monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.

friday 19th june
2026-06-19 07:00 - 09:00 | The Barn Hotel & Spa, Toll Bar Rd, Marston, NG32 2HT, United Kingdom
🚨 WE ARE AT A NEW VENUE THIS MONTH 🚨
Note: Doors open at 7am – with sit down at 7.30am
A selection of pasties are now included in your ticket! (Breakfast rolls can still be ordered on the door!)
Our speaker this month is Mark Saxby.
How To Get Results from Social Media (Without it Taking over your Life)

It’s not enough to use social media – you also need to know how to win over the people who use it. Mark’s hands-on, interactive presentation will show you how a more thoughtful approach can generate meaningful results for you and your business… while taking less time than you spend now.
You won’t leave with the same tired tricks and tips you’ve heard a hundred times. Instead, you’ll be challenged to think differently. You’ll walk away knowing how to lift your social media activity to a new level – helping you connect to your audience in a way you’ve never done before.

About the speaker:

The East Midlands Professional Speaker of the Year, Mark Saxby, is far more than ‘another social media expert’. A former award-winning BBC and ITV journalist, he went on to establish one of the UK’s first specialist social media agencies, Status Social, in 2011. Since then, Mark and his clients have generated more than £20.9 million in sales through social media.
Mark is also the founder of the Positive Social charity, which helps children take back control of their lives from social media. And the man behind Be More Colin – inspiring teams to think differently about their smartphone use.

As always, tea and coffee are included, with plenty of time to network before, during and after the meeting. If you would like something to eat, you can choose a ticket that includes a breakfast roll for the break.
Anyone who books online before the meeting will be entered into the monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident

friday 17th july
2026-07-17 07:00 - 09:00 | The Barn Hotel & Spa, Toll Bar Rd, Marston, NG32 2HT, United Kingdom
Doors open at 7am, with the meeting starting at 7.30am
A selection of pastries are included with your ticket!
(Breakfast rolls can still be ordered on the door.)
Our speaker this month is Chris Needle
From Field to Fork
The secrets behind what it takes to get your product into a major retailer
From ready meals in the Tesco freezer aisle to Marks & Spencer Maris Piper potatoes, the food in your shopping trolley has been on quite a journey before reaching the shelves. Fresh produce, prepared meals, salads, food to go, beer and cider, poultry, bakery, soups, sauces, pizza and quiche… Chris has worked across them all. With 25 years of experience in the food industry, Chris will be sharing the secrets behind what really happens behind the scenes and what it takes to get a product into a major retailer. Having built and led successful teams, Chris has developed and grown strategic partnerships with all major UK retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, ASDA, Morrisons, M&S, Waitrose, Ocado, ALDI and Lidl, along with many other retail, B2B and foodservice businesses. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear real-world insights from an industry expert and discover the journey products take from field to fork.
As always, tea and coffee are included, with plenty of opportunities to network before, during and after the meeting.
All attendees will automatically be entered into our monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.
Photos thanks to our Media Sponsor Nicola Auckland Photography.

friday 21st august
2026-08-21 07:00 - 09:00 | The Barn Hotel & Spa, Toll Bar Rd, Marston, NG32 2HT, United Kingdom
Doors open at 7am, with the meeting starting at 7.30am.
A selection of pastries are included with your ticket.
(Breakfast rolls can still be ordered on the door.)
Our speaker this month is Dyfrig Jenkins
Technology Accelerates. Humans Decide.
Why SME Owners Who Keep Learning Can Win in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate, but it is people who continue to make the decisions that shape success. In this thought-provoking keynote, Dyfrig Jenkins explores why ongoing learning, sound judgement and meaningful human interaction remain the greatest strengths of any SME owner.
Drawing on practical examples, Dyfrig will explain how AI should be seen as a tool to save time and increase efficiency, rather than replace the skills that build trusted businesses. You’ll discover a simple learning framework to help you adapt with confidence, along with practical ideas for using technology to create more time for stronger customer relationships and better decision making.
Whether you’re already using AI or just beginning to explore what’s possible, this session will leave you with fresh ideas and practical actions to help your business stay ahead.
As always, tea and coffee are included, with plenty of opportunities to network before, during and after the meeting.
All attendees will automatically be entered into our monthly Business Book Giveaway, kindly sponsored by Voice Confident.
Photos thanks to our Media Sponsor Nicola Auckland Photography.
