About us
Together for a
Stronger Business Community
Connect/Collaborate/Grow
The British Business Entrepreneur Club (BBEC) is a business networking and development platform created to connect entrepreneurs, professionals and organisations across the UK.
Our Mission
BBEC exists to support entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals through education, networking, mentorship, leadership development, strategic partnerships and business opportunities that encourage innovation, financial resilience, employment, self-employment and sustainable growth.
Our Vision
To build a dynamic and inclusive community of entrepreneurs, business leaders and professionals that promotes innovation, collaboration, sustainable business growth, economic opportunity and community development within the United Kingdom and internationally.
Who We Are
BBEC shall operate as an independent, non-political, non-religious and not-for-profit membership, business networking and entrepreneurship organisation.
What we do
Creating Opportunities, Building Success
Connect Businesses
Build valuable professional relationships.
Create Opportunities
Encourage partnerships, referrals and collaboration.
Share Knowledge
Provide access to business insights, workshops & experienced professionals.
Celebrate Success
Recognise entrepreneurship, leadership & business achievement.
Our purpose
Aims and Objectives
Set out in the BBEC Constitution, these are the aims and objectives the club pursues.
Entrepreneur Development
To support aspiring and established entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, networking and practical business support.
Organisational Development
To promote strong leadership, active participation, collaboration and good governance.
Education and Training
To deliver workshops, seminars and training on business planning, finance, leadership, digital marketing, artificial intelligence, technology, innovation, entrepreneurship and other relevant business subjects.
Networking and Business Engagement
To organise networking events, business forums, investor meetings, startup showcases, business matching opportunities, collaborative forums and trade missions.
Annual Business Expo & Awards
To organise, co-organise or support at least one Business Expo & Awards each year to promote entrepreneurship, recognise achievement, encourage innovation and create opportunities for business collaboration.
Industry Engagement
To invite successful entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, professionals and industry experts to share knowledge, experience and best practices.
Business Competitions
To encourage entrepreneurship and innovation through startup competitions, business challenges, innovation awards and other enterprise initiatives.
Mentorship Programme
To connect entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs and members with experienced mentors, professionals and business advisers.
Business Development
To support business planning, investment readiness, strategic development and sustainable business growth.
Funding Support
To educate and inform members and entrepreneurs about grants, investment, crowdfunding, fundraising and other appropriate business funding opportunities.
Social Responsibility
To promote ethical business practices, sustainability, community engagement and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
Digital Development
To maintain and develop digital platforms, including websites, social media and other communication channels, to promote BBEC activities, opportunities and achievements.
Annual Planning
To prepare an annual action plan, monitor activities and review performance to support the continued development of BBEC.
Inclusive Entrepreneurship
To encourage inclusive entrepreneurship by supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds to access business education, mentoring, professional networks and enterprise opportunities, helping them develop sustainable businesses, economic resilience and financial independence.
Employment and Business Growth
To create pathways for employment, self-employment and business growth by providing skills development, leadership training, mentoring, networking and collaboration opportunities with businesses, investors and industry partners.
Community Economic Development
To contribute to community economic development by creating accessible opportunities for entrepreneurship, skills development, employment, self-employment, mentoring and business participation, particularly for individuals and communities facing barriers to economic opportunity.
