Build Real Connections. Grow a Real Business.
Join weekly networking meetups across Belfast, Newry & Dundalk with 40+ active founders and professionals.
Sign Up for a 7-Day Free Trial - £40/month After, No Contract.
“I look forward to our bi-weekly meetings with my fellow business owners and entrepreners. I have received business from the group and developed good relationships. Highly recommend”
Clive Power (The Property Experts, UK)
Connecting Ambition with Opportunity
What You Get
Real Business Opportunities
Get introduced to buyers, decision-makers, partners, and mentors aligned with your goals.
Warm introductions that open real doors—no cold outreach needed.
Visibility & Thought Leadership
Speak at live events across NI & ROI (Growth-Plus members).
Raise your profile among a network of engaged business owners and professionals.
Be featured in internal referrals and spotlighted opportunities.
“The support, camaraderie, and resources offered by this group have been invaluable in the growth of my business. I wholeheartedly recommend The Growth Network to entrepreneurs looking to connect, learn, and prosper in their industry.”
1) Weekly Matchmaking
Growth doesn’t happen alone — your best ideas and biggest opportunities come from connecting with the right peers.
The Growth Network makes it easy to connect with peers at your level—through virtual coffees and face-to-face 1:1s.
Skip the small talk. Build meaningful connections that move you and your business forward — one powerful conversation at a time.
“Being part of The Growth Network has been a brilliant experience. Thanks to the introductions, I’ve already had valuable conversations and opportunities that have helped move my business forward.”
2) Perspective From Your Peers
Have conversations you can’t have on LinkedIn, with insights you won’t access anywhere else.
A safe space for members to gain perspective — sharing challenges, testing ideas, and receiving honest feedback.
Whether it’s investment decisions, pricing your services, or vetting another business — this is the place to ask.
“Beyond the fantastic connections I’ve made with local business owners, the group offers a welcoming space for small businesses like mine to share ideas, discuss relevant topics, and support one another.”
3) Member-Led Thought Leadership
The Growth Network is powered by its members — giving them the stage to share knowledge, inspire peers, and build recognition as industry thought leaders.
Every week, we host in-person events, alongside monthly members-only sessions shaped by community feedback.
Whether it’s mastering AI or maximising profitability, our members share practical insights to help you grow with confidence.
“Since joining, I have felt supported by the whole group with ideas and tips which they experienced to help me on my journey.”
4) Collaboration When You Need It
From videography and marketing to bookkeeping and beyond, access a pool of trusted professionals and service providers recommended by our members.
Members get exclusive access to WhatsApp and NetHub — to share opportunities and find trusted, peer-vetted referrals.
You’ll get real recommendations – and warnings – from members who’ve been there and worked with (or avoided) the same people.
“The community continues to grow and creates genuine opportunities for small businesses to thrive.”
"There are so many networking events out there. The Growth Network is different because of the care Martin puts into it and the quality of people he brings along."
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“Martin has created an inclusive and welcoming environment, highlighting exceptional professionalism and friendliness in a community which fosters growth and shared success.” - Colleen Lennon, The Oliver Restaurant, Newry
Founder’s Message
I started The Growth Network because I was tired of transactional networking — rooms full of business cards but no real connection. I wanted to create a space where people show up for each other, where collaboration beats competition, and where relationships are built on trust, not just targets. Our events are proof that when the right people are in the room, real growth happens.
Martin Murtagh, MSc
Founder