The BEN group was formed in 2015 as a platform for business owners and professionals on the Southern Gold Coast and Tweed Coasts - to Learn, Inspire and Grow together as a team.

what we do.

The BEN mission is for members to Learn - Grow - Inspire.

BEN is a collective of professional business owners committed to meeting on a regular basis every fortnight on Wednesdays from 6:45am until 8:15am on the Southern Gold Coast.

The meeting Agenda varies and may include: member and guest introductions, business in focus presentations, referral acknowledgements, challenge and success forum, inspirational and informative guest speakers, informative interactive workshops, the sharing of helpful tips and tools to help us run our businesses smarter not harder.

We are a friendly supportive group who encourage each other to succeed in business - with the sharing of knowledge and building confidence in who we are and what we do. We realise that not everyone is comfortable with presenting in front of a group of people so we keep it simple and we are here to support our members.

Joining the group requires some commitment without pressure, and promises the positive support of like minded entrepreneurs. In fact most BEN members have received ten fold return on their joining fee investment, with many long standing members since founded in 2015.

There is a small annual Membership Fee and a monthly fee that covers our comfortable venue, a delicious breakfast and refreshments.

We limit our group to one person in any particular business category, so you are guaranteed exclusivity.

We are currently welcoming more people to join us so if you are interested in becoming a part of this unique group please contact us for more information here.

MEMBERS COMMITMENT.

As a committed member we ask you to respect the following guidelines;

• Expected attendance to every BEN meeting - held every 2nd Wednesday at 6:45 to 8.15am.

• If you are unable to attend for any reason please send an apology or send a business associate if possible.

• You are expected to get to know each member and their business, so one-on-one meetings are encouraged.

• We are a salesforce for each other and the stronger the relationships the more connections will be made leading to more business referrals and increased business.

• To understand the operation procedures needed for BEN to run effectively and efficiently for all members.

• Pay an annual membership fee of $200, plus a monthly direct debit of $50 to cover the venue and breakfast.

THE BEN COMMITMENT.

The Business Expansion Network is committed to supporting its members and their businesses. You can expect;

• A group of like-minded individuals genuinely interested in the success of all team member’s businesses.

• Education and guidance in all areas of business development & growth.

• Respect and loyalty to you and your business - we only have one business for each specific business category.

• You will have a business profile on the BEN website with a backlink to your website.

• Membership and Marketing opportunity on the BEN Facebook pages.

• Every member will have their business card and details on hand for efficient referring.