Business Connections powered by Starling is brings together entrepreneurs, SMEs and professionals through practical, inclusive and community-led experiences.

What is Business Connections?

A partnership designed to support business owners

Our year-round programme includes practical events, resources and connections for businesses and professionals across the UK.

It includes:

Networking events across the UK

Coworking sessions and meetups

Business visibility through the directory

Practical resources and tools

A growing national business community

What Business Owners can access:

Upcoming Events

Together, weโ€™re building a year-round programme of events, resources, insights and visibility opportunities designed to help entrepreneurs, freelancers, SMEs and professionals feel more confident, connected and supported in their business journey.

The Business Directory

Discover businesses in the City Girl Network community โ€” from creatives and consultants to service providers, wellness brands and SMEs across the UK.

A curated space to help you find, support and collaborate with businesses within the Business Connections network.

A Simple Guide to Business Budgeting

This guide breaks down the basics of business budgeting in a clear, practical, non-jargon way helping you feel more in control of your business finances, wherever you are in your journey.

Join a growing network of over 300 businesses already part of Business Connections โ€” connecting founders, freelancers and professionals across the UK.

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