Our members include financial experts, marketing gurus, printers, IT support, web designers and business coaches, this diversity that enables us to do business with each other.
It's not just the members that are important, however, but all the people they know who they can refer us to. It's a market you can tap into, all you have to do is come along to one of our networking events!
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I've been a member for three years, and the most amazing thing about Hadlee isn't just the referrals I receive, but the support network. If I need anything in my business, there are people I know and trust who can help me. And if I have an issue, there is always someone there who has experienced something similar that I can talk it through with. My best referral in the last six months? It was worth about £40,000. Oh yes! I more than cover my membership fee, which is why I renew each year.
Mandy Risso, Rivendell Carpet and Flooring, www.rivendellcarpets.co.uk
The members of Hadlee have got me in front of companies I couldn't have dreamed of doing business with.
Nick Sladek, Dekken, advertising agency, www.dekken.co.uk
Referrals for CSM over the last 12 months totalled £27,900! Hadlee has been fundamental in our business growth but, Hadlee delivers much more than just financial returns, shared expertise, business knowledge and great fun!
John Franks, Customer Service Measurement Ltd, market research, www.csmsurveys.com
I joined Hadlee in Feb 2008 and was surprised how quickly referrals started to accumulate. In a 6 month period I received £22k in new work with several new clients spending regular amounts. Before joining Hadlee I already did some networking on a monthly basis, but wanted to step this up. I also want to grow my business, and joining Hadlee seemed an ideal way of extending my reach. I find it useful to meet people with a similar mind-set who are happy to chat about business in general and offer advice. It also opened my eyes to other avenues that I'd never thought of. For example, I've gained new ideas on how to market my business.
John Williams, Absolutely PC Ltd, IT support for small businesses
www.absolutelypc.co.uk
I joined Hadlee recently because I was so impressed by all the expertise in the room. I believe that networking is the best way to market yourself, particularly in finance, where a lot of trust is needed.
Sally Moore, Morgan Stone Independent Ltd, IFA
www.morganstoneindependent.co.uk
I've been a member of Hadlee for over a year and a half and during that time its bought me a great deal of business. My largest single referral so far was worth £52,000 to me so my investment has paid dividends! I chose Hadlee because its a business focused group who's members are really committed to helping each other find new clients and grow their businesses. I can't recommend it highly enough!
Jamie Adams, AG Macdonald, Bespoke Carpentry & Joinery, Manufacture & Installation specialists.
I love Hadlee because of the support network it offers, and the camaraderie of the members. Working on my own can get lonely, so being able to talk to other business people who understand where I am at, and what challenges I am facing, is invaluable. One great referral more than paid for my membership. It was £18k, and may lead on to other business.
Ruth Moody, Farscape Development Ltd, training and development, www.farscapedevelopment.co.uk
I joined Hadlee in August 2005, having just set up my new legal practice, and I was keen to attract new business. I have just renewed my membership for my third year because Hadlee has been an essential part of my business growth strategy. In fact, the value of the business that I get from BNI is in the region of £20,000 and the support that I receive from my Hadlee colleagues has been crucial in the growth of my practice. Not only has Hadlee grown my business, it has also introduced me to a wide range of suppliers of goods and services that I need for setting up and running my office, and that I can recommend to my clients.
Richard Erridge, Richard Erridge & Co. Solicitors, www.richarderridge.co.uk
I am delighted to be a member of Hadlee, and have been a member for over three years. I will be renewing next time around as well. The reasons are simple: it generates good quality referrals for both our blue and white collar recruitment businesses, and it provides a support network of like-minded business professionals who are always there when you need them. In the last six months, my best referral has been for a permanent placement worth £3,250 initially, with a genuine opportunity for repeat business.
George Campbell, FSP Limited, recruitment, www.FSP-ltd.co.uk
I have been a member of Hadlee for only a short spell, but feel what I have got out of it from a business and personal point of view has been incredible. The support and referrals to Safran Office Supplies has been very beneficial to the business and I am sure this will be the case for many years to come.
Marc Woodland , Safran Office Supplies, www.safranoffice.co.uk
I have been a member of Hadlee for five years and I have never regretted a day of it. It is not possible to run a small business successfully without a reliable network of suppliers and a good sales force. Hadlee has provided just such a group. From a personal perspective, it has been a pleasure to network with a group of like-minded people who share the same business ethos of hard work and determination whilst at the same time enjoying the fun of good camaraderie. From a business perspective it has been a no-brainer, it has repaid the annual subscription many, many times over.
Jeremy Floyd, accountant, jfloyd@jfassociates.co.uk
Five years ago, I was highly sceptical of the horribly American "networking" malarkey. Five years on I have to say it has certainly worked for my business. I guess I get £40,000 worth of turnover a year from Hadlee and related contacts, so it has really been worth getting up early on Tuesdays for me.
Robin Parker, Competitive Colour Print, www.ccprinting.co.uk
I am a new member to Hadlee forum and I have to say that my scepticism of networking groups has been completely shattered. An amazing group of people with a common focus of helping each other to be successful. Its not just business its business, education and fun. Thanks team.
Brian Carpenter, Health & Safety Training and Consultancy, www.linebsl.com
I only joined Hadlee a few weeks ago and already I feel part of the team. It is great to see the amount of trust between the members and as a result you can see business being passed on a weekly basis. I have already received my first referral and I am really looking forward to working with everyone in Hadlee
Carolyn Anderson, Mediatube, Website Design and Development, www.mediatube.co.uk
Being a new comer to the Hadlee Group I have been made to feel very welcome, although the amount of referrals that are generated each week between the members is what convinced me to join - I have been to networking events before where everyone’s agenda has been to sell their own product, where the emphasis here is to find business for the other members which looks to be a much more successful model. The support network behind the meetings is impressive too, with training being available on a range of subjects at a fraction of the price I would pay otherwise.
Helen Crooks, HR Consultant, www.pesconsulting.co.uk
I am really impressed at how business focused, friendly and willing to help
all of the members are.
Tom Collins, Drinks company
www.thinkdrinks.co.uk
Tom Stanhope, Video Production Agency
www.jovianproductions.co.uk
Going to Hadlee every week brings a smile to my face. Not only do I get
great leads for my business but I get to have a giggle at the same time!
Ceri Davis, Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Services
www.kwik-dry.co.uk
I’ve only been a member of Hadlee now for a couple of months and already I’ve benefited from receiving some business. Great news as it pays for my membership and some more! I really enjoy my early Tuesday mornings as it’s not only a great way for me to generate income for my business but also because it’s good fun too. The team is great to work with and I genuinely believe that we are all looking out for each other, each working day of every week.
Rob Carter - Action Coach - Business Coach, www.actioncoach.com/RobCarter
I only joined Hadlee recently but can already see the huge benefits that it can bring my company. When I first went along I was struck by the friendliness and sincerity of the members. I attend the morning network meetings to get more business but the fact that everyone is so friendly and supportive is a massive bonus, it really makes it a pleasure to attend the meetings along with providing fantastic business referrals. I have already been passed some referrals which without exaggeration could lead to my annual profit doubling and all this within the first 3 weeks of joining.
Marcus Robinson - Mortgage Advisor/Broker
www.mortgage-style.co.uk
Since joining Hadlee I noticed from the first few sessions I attended as a guest that there is huge potential for my client base to grow from the chapter. There are many referrals being passed between members each week. I received referrals in my first couple of sessions which were converted into sales almost immediately - with no 'hard sell' involved! BNI is certainly beneficial to any business looking to grow as there is such a wide range of people from all different sectors. It's well worth getting up early once-a-week.
Ian Voegeli - Courier Services
www.courierdirect.co.uk
