A new monthly networking event has been launched in Leicestershire.
The Gresham Network (TGN) seeks to offer a different networking environment, with presentations and speakers strictly off the table.
The 'no-pressure' event is about bringing business people together to network with new and existing contacts in a relaxed setting.
It is led by a group of businesses including Associate Events, Black Iron Social, Gresham Works, Pattersons Commercial Law, Mattioli Woods, Metro Bank, The Gresham Aparthotel and Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL).
Around 50 business people from Leicester and Leicestershire attended the first TGN event at The Gresham Aparthotel this month - and organisers are looking to welcome even more to the next event on May 5.
Other dates include July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3 and December 1.
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Kirsty Adams, managing associate at Pattersons Commercial Law, said: "Our first event was superb. With nearly 50 people, we were absolutely delighted with the turnout. Everything about it worked so well from the efficient organisation to the vibrant setting in The Gresham and Black Iron Social, which contributed to a pleasant atmosphere, conducive to great networking.
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"It was great to see so many familiar faces again after such a disruptive period. I am very much looking forward to the next event in May where I hope we will see even more people come along and take advantage of this free, informal networking opportunity."
Meetings take place at The Gresham Aparthotel - between 4pm to 6pm - on the first Thursday of each month. They are completely free and no registration is required.
For further information visit www.thegreshamaparthotel.com/tgn