About the event
'Givers Gain' structured word of mouth marketing is the most effective way to learn about each others' businesses and commercial goals, find partners and generate new trading opportunities. This event is for workers.coop members, cooperators, supporters and independent workers in the UK and internationally. It's part of a programme of monthly Givers Gain referral events.
You can join the session directly (without registering) using this link.
Have you ever been introduced to someone who completely changed the trajectory of your business? Perhaps they were the key to securing a new contract or owned the ideal location for your business. This structured networking session is designed to make these transformative connections through ethical word-of-mouth referrals.
Why Attend?
The event is not just another network meeting, it's a facilitated experience aimed at maximising the potential for productive business introductions. It's about creating and strengthening relationships, not just one off transactional deals. Using a tried & tested method, we will help you connect with individuals who can propel your business forward.
Reality check
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James became the go-to architect for Resonance FM
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Steffi received £10,000 + worth of freelance work in the first half of 2025 alone
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Lou from Studio Lutalica won an £8,000+ website contract
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John from Sepheo found new freelancers for their mutual support agency
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Caleb from Punchard Podcast received one-to-one podcast training from The Sassy Show
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Calverts received a £40,000 no-strings grant to buy new machinery.
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Centre Point got an introduction that led to them becoming the UK’s leading provider of accounting software to the charity sector.
Facilitation
The session is designed and facilitated Siôn Whellens from Principle Six, who provide specialist development support to cooperatives and democratic businesses. We support groups to navigate and develop legal structures and incorporation, governance, financial planning and understanding what it means to be a co-op, especially member engagement and participation. Principle Six is especially experienced in supporting worker coops, housing coops and collective venues in and around London.