ABC Business Network

ABC Business Network ABC Business Network is the perfect opportunity for businesses in the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council area to network their services and products.
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ABC Business Network is the perfect opportunity for businesses in the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council area to network together and promote their services and products.

Owning property is one thing… making it profitable is another. Come along this Thursday to learn how!⏰ Just a few days t...
25/08/2025

Owning property is one thing… making it profitable is another. Come along this Thursday to learn how!

⏰ Just a few days to go!

This Thursday 28th August we’ve got our next ABC Business Network meeting – and if you own property (or are even thinking about buying), you won’t want to miss this one.

👩‍💼 Laura Cairns & Janet Downing from Cairns and Downing Sales and Letting Agents will be sharing why having the right property management can make all the difference to your investment.

🥐 Plus, there’s breakfast, brilliant networking, and the chance to connect with other business owners.

📍 Banbridge Enterprise Centre | 9:00 – 10:30am (doors open from 8:45am)
AND via Zoom - zoom room opens at 8:45! If you can't make the full event - that's ok (we understand you may have other things on that day) just join us for what you can.

👉 Spaces are still available – sign up today and join us via the link below 👇
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-thursday-28th-august-2025-tickets-1595370228299

📣 Join us for this month’s ABC Business Network meetup! 📍 In-person at Banbridge Enterprise Centre & online (via Zoom)📅 ...
15/05/2025

📣 Join us for this month’s ABC Business Network meetup!

📍 In-person at Banbridge Enterprise Centre & online (via Zoom)

📅 Date: Thursday - 29th May
⏰ Time: Doors open 8:45am – Meeting ends 10:30am

🥐☕ Start the day with breakfast and informal networking - if you're joining via zoom sort you own breakfast 😁

To sign up and secure your place, click here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-29th-may-2025-tickets-1345727429969

🎤 I’ll be opening the meeting at 9:00am with attendee intros from 9:10am

🧠 Special guest Sharon Galway takes the spotlight at 9:30am with:

"How to keep what you’ve created for those you intended" 💼📜

With nearly 30 years of experience in financial services, Sharon will walk us through how to protect what matters most—your assets, your family, and your legacy. 🔐

📣 This is a hugely important topic that’s often overlooked. Don’t wait until it’s too late—come along and find out how a few smart steps today can save your loved ones from stress tomorrow.

👥 Plus, there’ll be plenty of time to connect with other local business owners—sharing referrals, ideas, and opportunities to help grow your business and theirs. 🌱

✅ Open to all business owners and professionals in the ABC Council area and beyond.

🚨 In-the-Room Networking Alert! 🚨 Join us this Thursday for a special site visit to Excalibur Press with the amazing Tin...
21/04/2025

🚨 In-the-Room Networking Alert! 🚨

Join us this Thursday for a special site visit to Excalibur Press with the amazing Tina Calder at Jennymount Business Park, Belfast.

📍 This is our second site visit of the year — following last month's hugely popular event at Paul McAlister Architects (which drew nearly 30 attendees!).

🤝 Come network with other local business owners, enjoy a light breakfast, and hear Tina share valuable insights on why the customer journey matters more than ever.

🗓️ When: Thursday, 24th April
⏰ Time: 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Where: Excalibur Press, Jennymount Business Park

🔒 Please note: This is an in-person only event — no Zoom this time! So make sure to be there in the room.

📌 Spaces are limited — sign up now to secure your spot:

👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-24th-april-2025-tickets-1320980250489

I want to take you on a journey, it's another site visit, this time the ABC Business Network are heading to Belfast to s...
11/04/2025

I want to take you on a journey, it's another site visit, this time the ABC Business Network are heading to Belfast to see Excalibur Press.

You'll get to see Tina Calder and all the team and she will be giving us some important information on the customer journey and funnel tactics.

📍 Where? Excalibur Press, North Derby Street, Belfast, BT15 3HN
📅 When? Thursday, 24th Apr, 8:45 AM - 10:30 AM

Due to the nature of this site visit we will not have a zoom dial in this month so it is in-the-room only. Looking forward to seeing you there.

To monitor numbers for this event it is vital you sign up and you can do that now by clicking the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-24th-april-2025-tickets-1320980250489

📢 Budget Breakdown for Businesses – ABC Business Network Event 💰📊Join us on Thursday, 27th February, for an essential br...
16/02/2025

📢 Budget Breakdown for Businesses – ABC Business Network Event 💰📊

Join us on Thursday, 27th February, for an essential breakdown of the latest budget and what it means for small business owners, employers, and employees in Northern Ireland. 🚀

Our speaker, Andrew Cornett from Wylie Ruddell Chartered Accountants, will share expert insights on tax planning and compliance, helping you navigate the financial landscape with confidence.

📅 Date: Thursday, 27th February
🕗 Time: 8:45 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Location: Banbridge Enterprise Centre, BT32 3QD
💻 Join in person OR online!

Come for the insights, stay for the networking! ☕🤝 Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow business professionals.

Tag a business owner who should be there! 🔄📣

Click here to sign up now! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-27th-february-2025-tickets-1249318247509

💼✨ Find Your Work-Life Balance with Alan Caughey❗ ✨💼Struggling to juggle work and life? 🌟 A great holiday—expertly plann...
16/01/2025

💼✨ Find Your Work-Life Balance with Alan Caughey❗ ✨💼

Struggling to juggle work and life? 🌟 A great holiday—expertly planned by Alan—is just what you need to recharge, refocus, and enjoy quality time with those who matter most. Let Alan, an experienced travel consultant, take the stress out of planning so you can truly unwind! 🏖✈️

📣 Join us at the ABC Business Network event on

Thursday, 30th January 2025,

from 9:00–10:30 AM,

for an exciting morning of insights, networking, and growth!

🎤 Guest Speaker: Alan Caughey, expert travel consultant

🗣 will be telling us what a travel consultant actually does & why you should use one✔

🏰 Plus, get an insider’s guide to Universal Studios & Hotels in Orlando!

🗓 Where?

📍 In Person: Banbridge Enterprise Centre (includes a delicious breakfast! 🥐☕)

💻 Online: Join us via Zoom from wherever you are!

🤝 Whether you’re a local business owner or just love to travel, this event is your chance to:

🌟 Learn the value of a travel consultant
🌟 Discover insider tips for your next big trip ✨
🌟 Connect with like-minded professionals to grow your network and strengthen your business 🚀

📌 Don’t miss out! Reserve your spot today!

✨ Let’s network, learn, and make 2025 the year of balance, connections, and adventures! 💼🌎

Sign up now via the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-30th-january-2025-tickets-1203771566159

🌟 Discovering Local Excellence in Hospitality! 🌟For our final network gathering of 2024, we’re excited to bring you a sp...
12/11/2024

🌟 Discovering Local Excellence in Hospitality! 🌟

For our final network gathering of 2024, we’re excited to bring you a special in-person experience at Lisnacurran Country House, just outside Royal Hillsborough.

Join us on Wednesday, November 27th at 9:00 AM as we explore this award-winning boutique property and celebrate a year of connection, growth, and inspiration.

This month, we’ll be welcomed by Lynne McCabe, the visionary behind Lisnacurran and two other exceptional properties—Ralph’s in Moira and the luxurious five-star Arthur’s in Royal Hillsborough village. Alongside her husband, Jonathan, Lynne has crafted these beautiful guest houses, creating a total of 36 uniquely styled rooms that combine modern comforts, charm, and seamless service. Lynne, a Queen’s University Belfast graduate, pours her passion for interior design and antiques into each location, creating spaces that keep guests returning and fellow local providers inspired.

This event is a chance to experience the warm hospitality Lynne is known for, hear her insights into building a thriving business, and connect with other professionals in a beautiful setting.

🕘 Agenda:

9:00 AM Breakfast and networking
Inspiration, learning, and connection as we close out the year!

No Zoom option this month—don’t miss this chance to connect in person. Check below for all the details! 👇

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-27-november-2024-tickets-1057546081799

🌟 Wrapping up the Year in Style! 🌟We've had an incredible line-up of speakers throughout the year, each bringing valuabl...
04/11/2024

🌟 Wrapping up the Year in Style! 🌟

We've had an incredible line-up of speakers throughout the year, each bringing valuable insights and inspiration. For November our last network meeting of 2024 promises to be something special!

Join us on Wednesday, 27th November (note: not our usual Thursday) at the beautiful Lisnacurran Country House in Dromore.

This month's meeting is unique—there’s no hybrid Zoom option, as we’ll be meeting on-site. Our network has a tradition of exploring inspiring business locations, and this time, you’ll have the chance to experience Lynne McCabe 's hospitality first hand. Lynn, owner of Lisnacurran, Ralph’s, and Arthur’s, will share insights into her journey and expertise across multiple successful businesses.

🕘 9:00 AM Start

Kick things off with breakfast and networking, and prepare for a morning filled with learning, connecting, and inspiration.

Let's close out the year with a fantastic event—don’t miss this opportunity! Check the link below for full details. 👇

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-27-november-2024-tickets-1057546081799

🎉It's this week ❗Sharon Murray, the LinkedIn Brand Strategist, is our speaking on Thursday for our October networking ev...
21/10/2024

🎉It's this week ❗

Sharon Murray, the LinkedIn Brand Strategist, is our speaking on Thursday for our October networking event!

📅 We're meeting on the 24th October, to avoid the Halloween clash. 🎃

Sharon will be sharing some fantastic tips on how to boost your LinkedIn profile, and of course, we’ll have our usual networking sessions—both in-person and via Zoom.

📍 Location: This month, we're meeting in 👉 Portadown at CIDO—so be sure to take note of the venue!

☕ Breakfast starts at 8:30am for those joining us in person, and the meeting kicks off at 9:00am sharp. (Zoom room should be open form about 8:45-8:50).

Don't miss out—join us for valuable insights, networking, and great conversation!

💼 See you there! Here is the link to sign up for this Free event:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-24-october-2024-tickets-1047931510357

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀We’re thrilled to welcome Sharon Murrayy, LinkedIn Brand Strategist, as one of our new member of the n...
18/10/2024

🚀 Exciting News! 🚀

We’re thrilled to welcome Sharon Murrayy, LinkedIn Brand Strategist, as one of our new member of the network, speaking at next week’s networking event!

📅 Note the Date Change!

We're meeting a week early this month, on Thursday, 24th October, to avoid the Halloween clash. 🎃

Sharon will be sharing some fantastic tips on how to boost your LinkedIn profile, and of course, we’ll have our usual networking sessions—both in-person and via Zoom.

📍 Location: This month, we're meeting in Portadown at CIDO Innovation Centre —so be sure to take note of the venue!

☕ Breakfast starts at 8:30am for those joining us in person, and the meeting kicks off at 9:00am sharp. (Zoom room should be open form about 8:45-8:50).

Don't miss out—join us for valuable insights, networking, and great conversation!

💼 See you there! Here is the link to sign up for this Free event:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-24-october-2024-tickets-1047931510357

📅 Join us next Thursday, 26th September, for the ABC Business Network FREE networking event!This month, we're offering b...
16/09/2024

📅 Join us next Thursday, 26th September, for the ABC Business Network FREE networking event!

This month, we're offering both in-person and online options, so there's no excuse not to join us! 🌐🏢

Our speaker this month is Lynn Graham, owner of Graham HR Consulting. 🗣️✨

Schedule:
Doors open at 8:30 AM for breakfast 🥐☕ (in-person)
Zoom room opens at 8:50 AM 💻🕗
Meeting starts promptly at 9:00 AM ⏰

Come join us, share about your business, and discover how we can help each other grow. 🤝📈

🌟Click here to let us know how you will be attending - looking forward to meeting you: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-26-september-2024-tickets-1020556049617

IMPORTANT: New Date 22 AUG 2024!! 🚩We usually meet on the last Thursday of the month but will be meeting this Thursday 2...
17/08/2024

IMPORTANT: New Date 22 AUG 2024!! 🚩

We usually meet on the last Thursday of the month but will be meeting this Thursday 22 Aug ❗❗ MARK YOUR CALENDAR ❗❗

We will be meeting both via Zoom and in the Room

Our speaker this month is Uel Rewin from the NFU Mutual Lisburn and Banbridge, thanks to NFU Lindsey Mairs for setting that up.

Make your business protected is more important in this current environment so do come along for this FREE meeting and find out what you can learn from the wonderful NFU team.

Room open form 8:30 for Breakfast (Zoom room open from 8:50)
Meeting starts at 9am

👉 Here is the link to secure your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abc-business-network-22-august-2024-tickets-972053788047

See you there 👍

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