Welcome to Oxted Networking
Oxted Networking helps switched-on businesses and business start ups in Oxted and the surrounding areas make new contacts and spread business ideas.
The group, which is open to all sole/micro and SME business owners (male or female), meets once a month in Oxted and welcomes a different guest speaker, business demo or mastermind each month; from a tour of the new Specsavers premises, to drink mixing demonstrations at The Ginistry, beginners yoga workshops and more!
This is more than just a regular coffee meeting, it's a unique insight into the ways that other local businesses are run, as well as being a supportive group of small business owners.
To attend any of our events, which occur mornings and evenings to ensure that there is always a time that is right for everyone, advance booking cost is normally £5 (plus booking fee) and any bookings made on the day are £10. For this cost, you'll get to see some great venues, and hopefully learn some new tricks, and who knows - it may even improve your cocktail making game!
The group, which is open to all sole/micro and SME business owners (male or female), meets once a month in Oxted and welcomes a different guest speaker, business demo or mastermind each month; from a tour of the new Specsavers premises, to drink mixing demonstrations at The Ginistry, beginners yoga workshops and more!
This is more than just a regular coffee meeting, it's a unique insight into the ways that other local businesses are run, as well as being a supportive group of small business owners.
To attend any of our events, which occur mornings and evenings to ensure that there is always a time that is right for everyone, advance booking cost is normally £5 (plus booking fee) and any bookings made on the day are £10. For this cost, you'll get to see some great venues, and hopefully learn some new tricks, and who knows - it may even improve your cocktail making game!
For Oxted NetWALKING visit our dedicated website.
2020 Networking events
Due to the coronavirus our next event has now become a virtual meeting. Join us on Wednesday 18th March via Facebook messenger using this link - m.me/oxtednetworking
- https://www.facebook.com/empowermediauk/We will be using Facebook messenger to host this meeting.
Please join our messenger group here - m.me/oxtednetworking
During your 1 minute introduction please tell us who you are and what you do. Also mention how the virus has affected your business.
We will try and use video when speaking, however if this fails we we will revert to audio only.
If Facebook becomes unstable making it difficult to hear we will revert to zoom. Zoom can be downloaded from here - https://zoom.us/
After 10am we will be sharing solutions to help each other out. Please put your name in the messenger box if you wish to speak.
Thank you for taking part.
Online schedule:
9.30 am - meeting starts with an introduction from Lee Pegrum
9.35 am - your 1 minute introductions including how the virus has affected your business
9.45 am - Emily's presentation (here is her Facebook page)
10.00 am - How we can help each other in turbulent times.
11.00am - Ends
For further information on using Facebook messenger please use this link
https://www.facebook.com/help/messenger-app/1414800065460231/?ref=u2u
Please join our messenger group here - m.me/oxtednetworking
During your 1 minute introduction please tell us who you are and what you do. Also mention how the virus has affected your business.
We will try and use video when speaking, however if this fails we we will revert to audio only.
If Facebook becomes unstable making it difficult to hear we will revert to zoom. Zoom can be downloaded from here - https://zoom.us/
After 10am we will be sharing solutions to help each other out. Please put your name in the messenger box if you wish to speak.
Thank you for taking part.
Online schedule:
9.30 am - meeting starts with an introduction from Lee Pegrum
9.35 am - your 1 minute introductions including how the virus has affected your business
9.45 am - Emily's presentation (here is her Facebook page)
10.00 am - How we can help each other in turbulent times.
11.00am - Ends
For further information on using Facebook messenger please use this link
https://www.facebook.com/help/messenger-app/1414800065460231/?ref=u2u

Small Business, Big Stress: How To Overcome Social Media Marketing Anxiety by Trusting Your Heart, Not Just Data
Journalist, Producer, Digital Marketing Coach and Yoga Teacher, Emily Davies of EmPower media and EmPower yoga joins us to debunk all your digital marketing fears through an entirely holistic approach.
With more than a decade of experience working in media and marketing for big brands like ITV, Adidas, and Aviva, and two years working as a kids, teen, and adult yoga teacher, Emily combines the yin and the yang of her two professions, to help small business owners navigate their way through the crazy world of digital marketing.
Today, she’ll explain a little bit more about her journey, as well as offering some advice on how we can be more mindful of our marketing to protect our mental well-being.
https://www.facebook.com/empowermediauk/
Schedule:
9.30 am - meet at Tandridge Heights to network
10.00 am - your 1 minute introductions
10.30 am - Emily's presentation
11.30 am - ends
Tea, coffee and other refreshments have kindly been supplied by Tandridge Heights.
Tandridge Heights has its own car park and there are spaces on the road nearby.
For more information on Empower and Tanbridge Heights please visit:
https://empowermedia.live/
https://www.barchester.com/home/tandridge-heights-memorial-care-home
Journalist, Producer, Digital Marketing Coach and Yoga Teacher, Emily Davies of EmPower media and EmPower yoga joins us to debunk all your digital marketing fears through an entirely holistic approach.
With more than a decade of experience working in media and marketing for big brands like ITV, Adidas, and Aviva, and two years working as a kids, teen, and adult yoga teacher, Emily combines the yin and the yang of her two professions, to help small business owners navigate their way through the crazy world of digital marketing.
Today, she’ll explain a little bit more about her journey, as well as offering some advice on how we can be more mindful of our marketing to protect our mental well-being.
https://www.facebook.com/empowermediauk/
Schedule:
9.30 am - meet at Tandridge Heights to network
10.00 am - your 1 minute introductions
10.30 am - Emily's presentation
11.30 am - ends
Tea, coffee and other refreshments have kindly been supplied by Tandridge Heights.
Tandridge Heights has its own car park and there are spaces on the road nearby.
For more information on Empower and Tanbridge Heights please visit:
https://empowermedia.live/
https://www.barchester.com/home/tandridge-heights-memorial-care-home

Stay in love with your business!
February is the month of love, so this month we'll be joined by Barbara Khattri, owner of Elements Lifestyle Salon and Founder of Elaworld, a connected club that strengthens the core of small businesses through mindful leadership.
As a small business owner we often wear many hats; as the creative, the boss, the head of marketing, accounts, even being your own personal assistant?
And when you're juggling everything, it's hard to not feel constantly under pressure.
As the winner of the Business Culture Consultancy Awards 2019, Elaworld empowers small business owners to reconnect with their vision, and fall in love with their business again - turning the stress of surviving, into the joy of thriving.
This talk is especially perfect for SMEs, and anyone managing a team, or for anyone who just wants to understand when it comes to business what their strengths and weaknesses are.
It'll be a fun, hands on mini workshop, with 'stuff' you can implement straight away, and of course a goody bag!
Schedule:
6.00pm - meet at Elements Oxted
6.30pm - your introductions
7.00pm - Barbara Khattri's presentation
8.00pm - ends
Tea, coffee and other refreshments will be available
Elements Hair Salon is located in Oxted High Street on the right-hand side as you drive from the A25. Parking is available at Ellice Road Car park
For more information on Elaword or Elements please visit:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/elaro.world/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elaworld/
Elements: https://www.elementslifestyle.co.uk/
February is the month of love, so this month we'll be joined by Barbara Khattri, owner of Elements Lifestyle Salon and Founder of Elaworld, a connected club that strengthens the core of small businesses through mindful leadership.
As a small business owner we often wear many hats; as the creative, the boss, the head of marketing, accounts, even being your own personal assistant?
And when you're juggling everything, it's hard to not feel constantly under pressure.
As the winner of the Business Culture Consultancy Awards 2019, Elaworld empowers small business owners to reconnect with their vision, and fall in love with their business again - turning the stress of surviving, into the joy of thriving.
This talk is especially perfect for SMEs, and anyone managing a team, or for anyone who just wants to understand when it comes to business what their strengths and weaknesses are.
It'll be a fun, hands on mini workshop, with 'stuff' you can implement straight away, and of course a goody bag!
Schedule:
6.00pm - meet at Elements Oxted
6.30pm - your introductions
7.00pm - Barbara Khattri's presentation
8.00pm - ends
Tea, coffee and other refreshments will be available
Elements Hair Salon is located in Oxted High Street on the right-hand side as you drive from the A25. Parking is available at Ellice Road Car park
For more information on Elaword or Elements please visit:
FB: https://www.facebook.com/elaro.world/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elaworld/
Elements: https://www.elementslifestyle.co.uk/
Your hosts
Along with our wonderful events hosts, Oxted Networking is now powered by a team of two small business owners, Lee Pegrum and Emily Davies.
Thank you to Kate Bamber for your patience in taking the photo. Visit Kate's Facebook page here.
Thank you to Kate Bamber for your patience in taking the photo. Visit Kate's Facebook page here.
Oxted Networking was founded by events organiser Lee Pegrum of Indigogo Events. From the tender age of 21 events have been Lee's passion, she just can't resist organising! It all started when she formed a car club which then led to creating a motoring weekender attracting 10,000 people and this was just for fun!
Years later and events are now an integral part of her business from charity events to networking meetings just like Oxted Networking. Lee's current current mix of events includes Classic Car Connections car meetings and tours, Mojo health events and Networking events, Oxted Networking and Oxted Netwalking. If you would like inspiration or help in creating your own event then please contact Lee today. Email: Lee Pegrum Phone: 07976 820414 Web: www.indigogo.co.uk |
Emily is a small business owner based in Oxted - as a yoga teacher (via EmPower yoga) and a digital marketing coach (via EmPower media).
Emily works with small businesses on their social media output, assisting them with strategies, planning content, and offering brand advice - as well as helping with copywriting, coaching and even communication with the press... Oh and did we mention she also teaches yoga in Oxted and Hurst Green too?! We hope you give Emily a warm welcome, and for those of you that don't know her, we look forward to introducing her to you at our next event! Email: Emily Davies Phone: 07791 394051 Web: www.empowermedia.live |
Tuesday 28th January - 9.30am Networking at The Ginistry Oxted
Let the networking of 2020 be-GIN!
That’s right, Oxted Networking and Netwalking is back on tour of the small businesses on Oxted high street, continuing with our next meeting at... The Ginistry!
The gin-credible team there will treat us to a gin mixing demo, after we connect, collaborate and communicate with other small business owners through networking and introductions.
Which leads us to one very important question... if your small business was a Gin, what would it be called?
We look forward to welcoming you to The Ginistry, so bring your business cards, promo material and get ready to show how gin-fluential your small business really is!
Schedule:
9.30am - meet at The Ginstry to network
10.00am - introductions
10.30am - The Ginistry intro and mixing demo
11.30am - ends
About Ginistry
Ginistry houses over 120 Gins and some of the most unique mixers you will find anywhere. Offering an eclectic mix of famous, local and truly different Gins, it's a haven for Gin Lovers and Connoisseurs but also offers the perfect environment for those newbies wishing to try different Gin combinations!
If you don't like Gin (… perish the thought) Ginistry have a range of other drinks, including local ales, draught lagers, wines and spirits available....and they also knock up a mean cocktail too! However, mention your uncertainty about our beloved spirit and they will try to convert you... they do love a challenge!
Whether it's for a quick after-work drink, a special celebration or a catch up with friends, we look forward to helping you find your perfect Gin.
Ginistry is located next door to Sainsbury's Local in Oxted High Street at 90 Station Road East RH8 0QA
Let the networking of 2020 be-GIN!
That’s right, Oxted Networking and Netwalking is back on tour of the small businesses on Oxted high street, continuing with our next meeting at... The Ginistry!
The gin-credible team there will treat us to a gin mixing demo, after we connect, collaborate and communicate with other small business owners through networking and introductions.
Which leads us to one very important question... if your small business was a Gin, what would it be called?
We look forward to welcoming you to The Ginistry, so bring your business cards, promo material and get ready to show how gin-fluential your small business really is!
Schedule:
9.30am - meet at The Ginstry to network
10.00am - introductions
10.30am - The Ginistry intro and mixing demo
11.30am - ends
About Ginistry
Ginistry houses over 120 Gins and some of the most unique mixers you will find anywhere. Offering an eclectic mix of famous, local and truly different Gins, it's a haven for Gin Lovers and Connoisseurs but also offers the perfect environment for those newbies wishing to try different Gin combinations!
If you don't like Gin (… perish the thought) Ginistry have a range of other drinks, including local ales, draught lagers, wines and spirits available....and they also knock up a mean cocktail too! However, mention your uncertainty about our beloved spirit and they will try to convert you... they do love a challenge!
Whether it's for a quick after-work drink, a special celebration or a catch up with friends, we look forward to helping you find your perfect Gin.
Ginistry is located next door to Sainsbury's Local in Oxted High Street at 90 Station Road East RH8 0QA
Last years 2019 Networking events
Friday 25th January - Networking and presentation
Kickstart into 2019
Clare Percival (Now its all about Me) will give you tips and techniques for a healthy and prosperous 2019, so you can plan for success and nothing less!
Friday 22nd February - Networking and presentation
How to get Visitors to your Website
by Jeremy Taylor from Social Blog Network
Friday 29th March - Networking and presentation
Small Businesses and the Power of Social Media by Emily Davies from www.empowermedia.live
Digital Editor, Social Media Manager, Copywriter, Creative, Journalist and TV Producer
Kickstart into 2019
Clare Percival (Now its all about Me) will give you tips and techniques for a healthy and prosperous 2019, so you can plan for success and nothing less!
Friday 22nd February - Networking and presentation
How to get Visitors to your Website
by Jeremy Taylor from Social Blog Network
Friday 29th March - Networking and presentation
Small Businesses and the Power of Social Media by Emily Davies from www.empowermedia.live
Digital Editor, Social Media Manager, Copywriter, Creative, Journalist and TV Producer
Wednesday 23rd October 6pm to 8pm - Optical October Meeting and tour
See business more clearly with Specsavers Oxted and Oxted Networking. Specsavers provided a behind the scenes tour of their optical equipment and an insight into how their business works. The team offered special business discounts and free eye tests. (see terms and conditions on their website |
Tuesday 17th Dec 6pm to 8.30pm - Co-Worx Christmas Gathering organised by Oxted Networking
Co-Worx is located in central Oxted next to Waitrose. Their open plan relaxed space provides an excellent cost-effective working environment to develop your business and network with other businesses. Co-Worx space has been developed particularly for home workers who just want to 'get out of the house' or coffee shop table hoggers who want some social interaction but also want a more work-like environment. The open plan office may also suit small businesses looking to reduce their office overheads. Free coffee and Wifi are included. www.co-worx.co.uk |
Presentations
Future presentations
Keep a look out for the meeting theme or guest speaker and please sign up to our email notifications to receive updates.
Present and sponsor a networking meeting
Do you want to impart valuable business knowledge that would be useful to our members and would help promote your business?
We are looking for presenters to sponsor one meeting for just £25. You will be given a 30 minute presentation slot to provide an interactive session to our group. Your company will be included in our pre-event promotion providing you with publicity in the local area.
If you are a venue provider then you presentation slot is free in lieu of your kindness to provide a nice place to network.
Keep a look out for the meeting theme or guest speaker and please sign up to our email notifications to receive updates.
Present and sponsor a networking meeting
Do you want to impart valuable business knowledge that would be useful to our members and would help promote your business?
We are looking for presenters to sponsor one meeting for just £25. You will be given a 30 minute presentation slot to provide an interactive session to our group. Your company will be included in our pre-event promotion providing you with publicity in the local area.
If you are a venue provider then you presentation slot is free in lieu of your kindness to provide a nice place to network.