Masterclass & Networking - Sustainable Growth Strategies for 2026

A Networking Masterclass for Glasgow Businesses

? 11th Feb at The Social Hub, Glasgow
? 9:30am – 12:30pm
☕ Coffee & networking from arrival

Growing a business in 2026 means balancing ambition with uncertainty, sustainability, and constant change.

This Networking Masterclass is designed for Glasgow-based business owners, leaders and decision-makers who want practical insight, meaningful connections and clear next steps - this is not awkward small talk or surface-level networking.

You’ll leave with:

• Fresh thinking on sustainable and agile growth
• Real-world insight from businesses who’ve been there
• New connections with peers facing similar challenges
• A clear, practical action plan you can implement immediately

This session blends expert-led learning, peer problem-solving and structured networking with purpose.

Our tested masterclass approach ensures participants:

• Gain practical insights relevant to their own business challenges
• Build meaningful peer connections, not just contact swaps
• Develop clear actions to take back into their organisation
• Access ongoing support and community beyond the session
• Build relationships with expert panellists who can offer continued guidance

This is networking designed for practical outcomes and action.

How can businesses grow while remaining resilient, responsible and adaptable?

This masterclass explores how to:

• Balance growth ambitions with responsible business practices
• Build flexibility into strategy to respond to market uncertainty
• Stay true to core values while scaling
• Embed sustainability as a driver of long-term success

You’ll hear from leaders with lived experience of navigating growth, innovation and sustainability, plus a live workshop delivered by our Connect Three consultants.

Each 3-hour masterclass is structured to maximise learning, participation, and meaningful networking:

• Welcome Networking: Coffee and informal introductions
• Expert-Led Introduction: Trends, challenges, and strategic insights
• Interactive Workshop: Group activities to develop actionable partnership and social value strategies
• Refreshment Break: Space to network
• Expert Panel & Q&A: Discussion with real-world examples and audience questions
• Structured Networking: Guided peer discussions and business matchmaking
• Closing & Takeaways: Summary, commitments, and access to follow-up resources

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The events are organised in collaboration with Glasgow City Council, and your details will be shared with the GCC business team upon registration

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Social Hub Glasgow, 15 Candleriggs, Glasgow, United Kingdom

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

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