Success of new Lewes business networking event, First Friday Lewes

15-11-07

A free marketing service for local small business owners has attracted over 120 members in its first six months.

First Friday Lewes is an informal get together once a month at a town centre pub, when members meet, chat and do business.

Started in May 2007 by Lewes resident and business owner Robin Houghton, the idea of First Friday Lewes is to give small and micro business owners the chance to make new contacts and promote their services. There are no fees and people attend on a ‘drop-in’ basis.

“Business networking is something we can all benefit from, but it can be quite a commitment when you’re trying to run a business and often doing everything yourself,” explained Robin. “I think the informality of First Friday and the fact that it’s free are two good reasons why it has been so successful. We’ve needed this in Lewes for some time!”

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Notes to editors:
First Friday Lewes (www.firstfridaylewes.co.uk) is a free, monthly business networking event held at The Lamb, Fisher Street, Lewes, from 12.30 – 2pm on the first Friday of each month. Anyone in business from Lewes and the surrounding areas is welcome to attend, no need to book.

The group is run by Robin Houghton of Eggbox Marketing Ltd, tel 01273 470010.

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