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In a world full of formal memberships, rigid schedules, and over-complicated networking formats, Essex Networking Skills (ENS) offers something refreshingly different — flexibility, friendliness, and a real focus on building meaningful business connections every fortnight.
Founded and managed by Mark Sexton, ENS is a business networking group that’s open, inclusive, informal and designed around the real needs of busy professionals across Essex and Suffolk.
What Makes ENS Different?
Everyone is Welcome
Whatever the size of your business, and your role within it, you’ll feel at home!
No Membership Fees
Attend our meetings without commitment or contracts.
Come if you can, no pressure if you can't
A flexible, guilt-free approach.
Pay-As-You-Go
Only pay for the sessions you attend.
Fortnightly Meetings
Regular enough to build momentum, not overwhelming.
Delicious Breakfasts
Meetings come with a wide range of specially prepared options to choose from.
A range of price points
Making it accessible to everyone, from start-ups to seasoned professionals.
ENS is low-pressure, high-value, and built around real conversations.
No strings. No stress. Just smart networking — done right.
A Welcoming Environment That Works
ENS meetings are held at The Kings Arms in Broad Green, Colchester – a venue where “hospitality meets comfort”, providing the perfect environment for making those meaningful networking connections.
But what really makes ENS special is the people it attracts.
Here’s how one recent first-time visitor described the experience:
Every business needs a sounding board and a space to listen and learn, and you foster that environment so naturally with your wealth of experience.
The other members were equally inviting and welcoming, and it was clear they bring a great deal of experience and knowledge to the table.
It’s a refreshing and valuable space to be part of.
That kind of feedback sums up what ENS is all about — ENS provides a space where professionals support one another, exchange ideas, and leave each meeting feeling better equipped for the day ahead.
Testimonials
Sarah Osborne
A huge shoutout to ENS and the brilliant networking group that Mark Sexton has created!
From the moment you walk in, everyone is so welcoming. It’s a fantastic group of people who meet every other week, with great conversations, genuine connections, and an all-round positive vibe.
I also had the pleasure of being in the Marky Parky hot seat! It’s such a great idea—rather than just talking about your business, Mark asks fun and thoughtful questions so everyone gets to know you as a person. It makes networking feel much more authentic.
A special mention to Luke, who somehow manages to capture brilliant videos at every event (without anyone noticing he’s there half the time!), and Chris, whose website is easy to use and makes booking and keeping up with everything really straightforward.
If you’re looking for a networking group that’s relaxed, friendly, and genuinely enjoyable, I’d highly recommend ENS. Looking forward to the next one!
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Sarah Osborne
Clive Purdy
Having been a member of ENS since it started, I can honestly say it is one of, if not the, best networking groups I have belonged to. The meetings are relaxed and friendly but that does not mean that business is not done between the members. The atmosphere positively encourages co-operation and working together. Added to that Mark Sexton is brilliant at organising the meetings and gets the best out of people.
Clive Purdy
Jon Creese
Running a local business , I have been going to ENS since it’s inception and without hesitation I would recommend it to everyone. Whether you’re a sole trader , involved in a local business , charity or community organisation there is always something to be learned from every meeting. The relaxed informal format help natural connections to be made and overall achieve the feeling of a helpful community , not just at the meetings but throughout the month.
Well done Mr Sexton !