Braintree & Chelmsford Essex Networking | IW2N Marconi Group

Join our IWant2Network (IW2N) Marconi Group, a monthly Essex business networking event for professionals and business owners across Braintree, Chelmsford and Mid Essex.

This professional Essex networking group is designed for those looking to collaborate with established businesses, national organisations and international clients.

Each meeting provides structured business networking with professionals from a wide range of industries, including law, property, real estate, finance, creatives and business services.

What makes IW2N unique is our cross-pollination approach to networking. While you build strong local connections across Braintree, Chelmsford and Mid Essex, you’ll also be introduced to members from our other Essex, London and online networking groups, helping you form valuable relationships across the UK and further afield.

Ideal for those seeking high-quality Essex business networking beyond traditional referral-only groups.

Quality networking, not crowded rooms.
IW2N Essex is designed for professionals who want meaningful connections and maximum value for their time. One membership gives you access to far more than just one group.

Your membership includes:

• Smaller, curated networking groups for stronger relationships
• Access to other IW2N Groups across the network (category permitting)
• Speed 60 (Speed Networking) – free to attend online, in London and in Essex
• Industry-focused events included
• Quarterly Member Socials in London included
• Members’ WhatsApp group – join 80+ businesses, stay visible and part of the conversation
• Proactive referrals across the IW2N network – supportive, never forced
• Up to 6 IW2N events included, discounted thereafter
• Up to 8 Hot Desking / Club Space sessions included, discounted thereafter

IW2N is about quality over quantity – and making every connection count.

About our Braintree Location:

Our IW2N Braintree group meets at the I-Construct Innovation Hub – a purpose-built space designed to support collaboration, innovation, and growth in the construction and built environment sectors, as well as the wider local business community.Just a 30-minute walk from Braintree town centre, the hub offers a bright, modern setting with flexible meeting areas and facilities for us to enjoy. For those travelling sustainably, a number of covered bicycle racks are available, while drivers benefit from nearby parking options.

Purchase a visitor trial ticket – the cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you decide to join within 5 working days of your first visit.

IWant2Network (IW2N) is a professionally facilitated networking community designed to help you build meaningful, relevant connections — without awkward small talk or hard selling.

Members join one monthly IW2N group as their home group, but gain access to other IW2N groups across the network (subject to category availability). This means you can expand your contacts through online, Essex, and London groups, all within one connected community.

Alongside the monthly groups, IW2N members also have access to 2–3 iWant2Network networking events every month, mainly in London. These take place in iconic and interactive venues, blending memorable experiences with structured, purposeful networking.

Membership also includes access to our active members’ WhatsApp group, keeping conversations and opportunities flowing between meetings.

With 158 sessions planned in 2026, IW2N offers regular, high-quality opportunities to grow your network the right way.

We name all our groups after iconic people

• Online Groups - QE2, Brunel, Foster, Shakespeare
• London Groups - Wren, Turing, Darwin, Churchill, Dickens
• Essex Groups - Augustus, Marconi

We do operate a one-profession rule for all our membership groups, meaning when you become a member, you become the expert in the room. Please get in touch to find the right group for you and your networking needs: [email protected]

Connect with us on Corporate Linkedin and with our founder, Lizzie Phillips Linkedin

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Info: Get settled in, grab a seat, and get ready for an engaging session! Our facilitator, Lizzie, will welcome you and happily introduce you to those in the room to make sure you get networking with confidence.

Info: Warm up with a coffee in hand and connect with familiar faces and newcomers alike.

Info: A member or invited guest speaker presents on their specialist subject for 15 minutes, with 10 minutes for questions, or a MasterMind session, a facilitated group discussion around business issues our members are facing.

Info: To deepen your connections, we have a business activity with the opportunity to discuss in groups & get to know one another with a specific conversation starter.

Info: Members and visitors introduce their business. We operate a one-profession rule for our members.

Info: How can you help others in the group? Any referrals or recommendations? No waffle, it’s straight down to business.

Info: Tell the host who you want to chat to and she’ll make it happen.

Info: Wrap up the session and stick around to mingle, share ideas, and continue connecting at your own pace.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

I-Construct Innovation Hub, 46 Springwood Drive, Braintree, United Kingdom

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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