What we’re about
Looking to expand your network, find work, and collaborate with like-minded professionals?
Whether you're a contractor, freelancer, or self-employed professional, or simply looking to grow your connections, Auckland Business Network is the place for you! This meetup brings together independent professionals, small business owners, and networkers to learn, share, and support each other.
🚀 What You’ll Get
✅ Real connections – Meet experienced freelancers, contractors, and business owners.
✅ Collaboration over competition – Work together, not against each other.
✅ Knowledge exchange – Gain insights from shared experiences and industry experts.
✅ More business opportunities – Get referrals and find new projects.
✅ A strong, supportive community – Grow with people who want to see you succeed.
Who Should Join?
✔ Contractors, freelancers, and self-employed professionals.
✔ Small business owners looking for partnerships and referrals.
✔ Anyone wanting to expand their professional network in Auckland.
Meetup Flow
1️⃣ Quick Intros – Get to know who's in the room.
2️⃣ Knowledge Sharing – Hear insights from members and guest speakers.
3️⃣ Collaboration Board – Find opportunities and partnerships.
4️⃣ Networking & Socializing – Build meaningful connections.
Our Values
🤝 Helping Each Other – We grow together.
🚫 No Competition, Only Collaboration – We’re here to support, not compete.
💡 Growth Mindset – Everyone has value to offer.
👥 Trust & Integrity – Honest, transparent connections.
💡 Even if you’re just looking to expand your network, you’re welcome to join! Let’s create a thriving community of professionals helping each other succeed in Auckland! 🚀
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Side Hustle and Perfume: Grab a Drink & Smell Something New (Door Charge $5)Gilli Café , Auckland
Side Hustle Cafe is a casual event series for Aucklanders building something on the side - whether it's a business, a start-up, or an idea that won't leave you alone - everyone here is welcome. 🙌
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Welcome to Side Hustle & Perfumes
Come for the perfumes, stay for the conversations. 💬
In this sniff session, you'll explore new and unique scents and hear behind-the-scenes journeys from two small biz owners turning perfume into their side hustle.
meet Rahul, owner of www.divinescents.co.nz and www.stockroom.co.nz as he shares his latest discovery of luxury perfume brand Zaharoff and other classic designer scents.
meet James, founder of PerfumOS, a perfume discovery mobile app looking to change how we interact with our perfumes.
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HOW IT WORKS:
1. Grab a drink
Hit the counter and order a coffee (or matcha, we don’t judge).2. Smell some perfume
Try your nose on both new and familiar scents - we'll bring the goods you just bring yourself.3. Join the community
Connect in a relaxed and welcoming space and hear from two small biz owners who turned perfume into their side hustle.WHAT TO EXPECT:
☕️ Caffeine-fueled chats (or whatever drink you fancy) with fellow creatives, freelancers and founders.
💬 Zero cringe networking - just real convos with good people.
📣 Share your side hustle (or come get inspired to start one).
💪 Expand your network and have fun while doing it (we do networking differently)This is a PAID event. $5 door charge applies (cash only) to cover cost of venue and perfume bottles to be opened for testing during the sniff session.
📍Location: Gillis Café, 143 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket, Auckland 1023
