About this Event
Professional Networking in Colchester, Essex for those who want to learn, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded businesses across the UK.
Meeting monthly, the Augustus Group offers a focused networking event for professionals and business leaders in Colchester, Essex. Designed for those seeking structured opportunities to connect, grow, and expand their ventures in Essex, the UK, and beyond.
Ideal for professionals working with national or international clientele, or looking to engage with established businesses, our group welcomes members from diverse industries—including law, real estate, finance, creatives, property, business operations, and more.
Join us and become part of a thriving community where collaboration and meaningful connections drive success.
Why Join an IWant2Network Essex Networking Group?
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
- Being able to visit our other 11 groups for free (as long as your catgeory isnt already taken)
- Free addittional networking including Members Socials, Speed Networking both online and in person and our IWant2Network London attraction Events
- Members’ WhatsApp group – join 100+ businesses, stay visible and part of the conversation
- Proactive referrals across the IW2N network – supportive, never forced
IW2N is about quality over quantity – and making every connection count.
About our COLCHESTER Location:
Wivenhoe House Hotel, a four-star retreat on the Essex-Suffolk border in Colchester, blends historic charm with modern luxury, making it an ideal venue for business networking. With stylish rooms, locally sourced dining, and attentive service - including a team from Edge Hotel School - it offers a refined and comfortable setting for professionals to connect and collaborate.
Purchase a visitor trial ticket. Ticket is taken off the price of membership should you decide to become a member within 5 working days of your first visit.
Who are IWant2Network?
Networking that’s about quality, not just turning up.
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
- 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
Want to find out what our members think of IWant2Network?
View our testimonials on our Google Page
Agenda
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
Welcome arrival
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.
🕑: 11:05 AM - 11:10 AM
Networking over coffee with members & visitors
Info: Warm up with a coffee in hand and connect with familiar faces and newcomers alike.
🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:20 AM
Ask the Expert
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.
🕑: 11:20 AM - 11:30 AM
Business Activity or Mastermind
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.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
One minute pitching - tell us who you are looking for
Info: Members and visitors introduce their business. We operate a one-profession rule for our members.
🕑: 11:50 AM - 12:05 PM
Zoom around - we don't have to pass referrals, it comes naturally
Info: How can you help others in the group? Any referrals or recommendations? No waffle, it’s straight down to business.
🕑: 12:05 PM - 12:15 PM
Mini 1-2-1's
Info: Tell the host who you want to chat to and she’ll make it happen.
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Close & opportunity to open network
Info: Wrap up the session and stick around to mingle, share ideas, and continue connecting at your own pace.
Event venue & nearby stays
Wivenhoe House Hotel, Park Road, Colchester, United Kingdom
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