Oct 2025 Buzz Business Networking Meet Up – Rotterdam

Oct 2025 Buzz Business Networking Meet Up – Rotterdam

English-speaking networking meet ups for business owners; talk from expert guest speaker, build connections & collaborations #JoinTheHive

By Julie Taylor

Date and time

Location

NIO House Rotterdam

80 Meent 3011 GV Rotterdam Netherlands

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Please note: if you require a travel visa we don't provide a letter of invitation for this or any events.

Small business owner? Freelancer? Sole trader? Do you like to get to know people, build relationships, connections, and collaborations? Then #JoinTheHive with Queen Bee Julie Taylor for this in-person networking event and join this supportive community, Buzz Business Networking.

No matter how big or small your company is or where you are in your business journey, building relationships with other business owners can provide you with support and much more.


Included in this session is:

*Talk from an expert speaker

*A sounding board to spark new ideas

*Get referrals

*Increase sales


🌟 October Guest Expert: Frankie Grit – Stop Thinking. Start Doing!!

Feel like you’re winging it in business and just hoping for the best?
It’s time to stop overthinking and start actually doing what moves the needle.

In this no-fluff, action-packed session, business coach Steve Lees, aka Frankie Grit will walk you through exactly what successful business owners do (consistently!) to double their profits—and how you can start doing it too.

This isn’t theory. This is real-world, tried-and-tested, get-out-of-your-own-way stuff that works.

In this session, you’ll get:
✅ A simple blueprint to go from overwhelmed to in controlsimple blueprint to go from overwhelmed to in-control
✅ The exact actions high-performing business owners do every week
✅ A hard copy of Frankie’s ‘Get Shit Done’ Club booklet, including a Business Owner Audit
✅ A BONUS 30-minute 1:1 review with Frankie if you complete your audit

💛 Why it matters:
Too many brilliant solo business owners are stuck in their heads, trying to perfect everything instead of taking imperfect action. Frankie’s here to change that, fast.

👑 Meet Your Guest Expert – Frankie Grit
Frankie knows what it feels like to watch a business collapse—and take the blame for it. He was that guy. But he also knows what it takes to rise again. After losing one business during the energy crisis, he built a thriving coaching firm from scratch.

Today, he lives in a rambling farmhouse in southern Scotland with Mrs Grit (long-suffering, still fabulous) and five rescued Turkish dogs who call the shots.
He brings grit, humour, and a serious kick up the backside when you need it most.

No fluff. No jargon. No excuses. Just the real stuff that gets real results.

🧠 Perfect for solo business owners who need structure, support, and serious momentum—without the waffle.


Business networking for small business owners

It can be lonely running a small business so let’s take you away from your desk so you can meet some like-minded business owners to grow your connections.

You need resilience as a business owner, there are so many spinning plates to manage; time, money, resources, and of course finding customers.

Our community is here to listen, help and support.

About your host

From starting a business in The Netherlands as an expat back in 2019 it was hard to get the right answers and find other business owners that were going through the same challenges.

Where do you find information, support, and recommendations without a network?

Over time, from attending events, asking questions, requesting help, and reaching out to people, I started to build a network of people who have provided invaluable support and has opened up many opportunities.

I love getting to know people, their stories, and their challenges, helping them by ‘connecting the dots’ through connections and collaborations.

What people said about these events

"Thanks for the meeting this week and it was lovely to meet you and hear your very inspirational story.

It was a really lovely group, a nice day, fun event, and great presentations 😃"

Networking, support & collaboration

Take some time for yourself to meet this local group of professional entrepreneurs. During the session, we will cover:

Introduction round: Everyone gets 60 seconds so we can find out about you and your business, and what you need help with.

Speakers: We will have guest speakers join us to share business expertise, practical tips, and advice.

Networking: Get to know your fellow entrepreneurs, make some connections, and support each other.

Want to know when tickets go live and what's coming up next? Then follow here on Eventbrite.

I look forward to welcoming you to #TheHive.

Frequently asked questions

What is #TheHive?

#TheHive is an networking meetup hosted by Queen Bee Julie Taylor, aimed at small business owners, freelancers, and sole traders looking to build relationships, connections, and collaborations and bite sized learning.

Who should attend this event?

Small business owners, freelancers, sole traders, and anyone interested in building relationships with other business owners, getting support, and sparking new ideas.

What can I expect from the event?

The event includes a talk from an expert speaker, a sounding board to spark new ideas, opportunities to get referrals, and to increase sales.

How do I prepare for this meet up?

Be ready to share your business for 60 seconds and bring your ask.

Who is the host of the event?

The event is hosted by Julie Taylor, an experienced business owner who started her business in The Netherlands as an expat in 2019.

What have previous attendees said about these events?

Feedback from a previous attendee “Lovely atmosphere, insightful events, thank you Julie!” Sinziana Ionescu – Life Coach

How can I stay updated about future events?

Follow the Eventbrite page or learn more about #TheHive on the website.

I am applying for a travel visa do you provide a letter of invitation?

No, we don't provide a letter of invitation for these events.

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No matter how big or small your company is or where you are in your business journey, building relationships with other business owners can provide you with support and much more. #JoinTheHive

€42.35
Oct 28 · 11:00 GMT+1