Meaningful Business Networking That Builds Real Opportunities
A relaxed, relationship-first business community designed to help you build trusted connections, generate opportunities, and grow with the right people around you.
Your relationship driven network – no pressure, no alternative agenda, just possibilities.
“Networking” means different things for different people, but we do know that People Buy from People (they know, like and trust).
Business growth doesn’t come from collecting more contacts – it comes from building trusted relationships with the right people.
Good News……
Orbit is a relaxed but purposeful business community where business owners and professionals connect, collaborate, and create real opportunities – without the pressure to sell or forced referrals.
It’s not about walking into a room ‘hoping’ to meet someone. It’s not about having to attend weekly or bi-weekly meetings. It’s about you and what you want from your networking in Oxfordshire within a supportive group of like- minded people.
Whether you want:
- quality introductions
- trusted peer support
- new partnerships and collaborations
- or a consistent community around your business
Orbit gives you the environment to make it happen.
Growing a business can be isolating. You meet others at events, exchange cards but too often, real connection and value are missing. At Orbit, we believe networking should feel like entering a shared atmosphere, not a pitch-fest or a market place for hard sales.
We give you the space to build trust and are committed to creating the atmosphere that allows you to exchange ideas, generate opportunities, and find people who actually get your objectives.
A new space, with a different atmosphere to Connect, Grow, and Thrive.
We know that business is better when you’re not doing it alone and that having good people around you is critical.
That’s where a supportive network of contacts plays its part. Orbit is much more than just another networking group – it’s a space where that first contact turns to relationships, conversations turn into opportunities, introductions become collaborations, and each engagement with your peers leaves you buzzing with ideas and energy.
Orbit is for like-minded people who want meaningful connections, not just more contacts. No pressure. Just possibilities.
Why Orbit is Different
Most networking groups focus on attendance targets, referral quotas, or strict category restrictions.
Orbit is different:
- No referral targets
- No attendance pressure
- No long-term contracts
- Flexible networking opportunities
- Relationship-first introductions
Just where you build meaningful connections that develop naturally into opportunities.
What Orbit Offers
What you gain as a Member
- Consistent networking opportunities – monthly online and regular ‘in-person’ meetups – designed to spark meaningful conversations with your peers
- Greater visibility for your business – searchable member directory and profile with valuable backlinks to your website
- Warm introductions and collaborations – connect with trusted peers
- Peer learning and shared expertise – our online portal supports discussions, shares useful resources, and creates a community space
- Access to exclusive experiences – Priority or discounted access to other Events such as coworking days, socials, workshops, site visits, charity / impact events, sporting experiences, visits to places of interest……..
Membership is not restricted to one seat per profession or business type
The network that is all about you and your networking objectives.
It’s a relaxed, friendly community for like-minded people. No pressure to attend or give referrals, just an opportunity to meet, connect, build genuine trusted relationships and support your peers.
Orbit is ideal for…..
- Business owners who value long-term relationships
- Professionals who dislike high-pressure networking
- Entrepreneurs wanting a supportive business community
- People looking to build real relationships with like-minded people
Our Philosophy / How We Work:
Meaningful connections, not a numbers game.
Every event is designed to spark real conversations that go beyond small talk. We focus on quality over quantity as we’re not about accumulating business cards. We’re about deep connections and the right people, like-minded people, in the room.
A relaxed, welcoming environment.
No hard selling, no pressure, no forced referrals, just honest conversations and genuine people supporting each other.
To respect your time.
Meetings will be structured, purposeful, and always start and finish on time.
To create opportunities for collaboration.
An environment where everyone’s voice matters. From shared projects to introductions, you’ll find doors opening through Orbit. It’s not the place for “card spillers”! and the only QR codes in sight will be yours!
Open but selective.
While we don’t rigidly restrict multiple people from one profession, we keep events thoughtfully curated to maintain balance.
Led by…
Orbit is coordinated by Mike Foster, an Oxfordshire-based networker with nearly two decades of experience in leading and building active, impactful networking communities. Mike, who has a reputation for connecting others and has the DNA of ‘supporting others’ has a mission:
“to create a space where connections turn into relationships, and conversations lead to purpose. A space to create new contacts and build on existing relationships”
Mike adds: “Through years of leading networking communities I’ve seen that success comes from having the right conversations with the right people not loads of 60 second conversations.
If you get that then Orbit is for you.
If you want ‘hope’ in the largest room by meeting loads of people, some you may never see again, then we are not!”
Ready to experience networking without the agenda, with a difference, with you in mind?
Join Orbit today or attend a guest event and see the difference.
- Joining Fee: £50
- Monthly Subscription: £30
- No long-term lock-ins — stay as long as Orbit serves you.
Your Investment – Your Reward.
Modern, relationship-first, flexible networking community
—not trying to look larger — but more meaningful and intentional.
Join Orbit if you want more than just another network. If you want:
- referrals that come from trust, not obligation
- peers who understand your challenges
- an ecosystem that helps your business expand
- a reliable, consistent place to meet quality people
Common Questions Asked:
1. How is Orbit different from other networking groups?
Orbit isn’t about hard selling or collecting business cards — it’s about building genuine, trusted connections in a relaxed, no-pressure atmosphere.
2. Who is Orbit for?
Orbit is for business owners, professionals and members of the wider business community who value relationships, collaboration, and community over pushy sales pitches.
3. What commitment is required?
Just a simple monthly subscription. No long-term contracts, and you choose which events and activities suit you.
4. Will I meet people in the same profession as me?
Yes, potentially — but our events are curated to maintain balance, so no one profession dominates.
5. What’s the return on joining?
You’ll gain a trusted space to connect, referrals that come from genuine relationships, and a supportive community to help your business thrive.
Join Us for a Forthcoming Event:
Online Networking Event – Friday 12th June
‘Meet Up’ Oxford City – Tuesday 30th June
“I’ve known Mike for many years and he creates an environment that is conducive to effective networking.“
“I was a member of Mike’s previous network and it was brilliant, so I’m confident that he will again do everything to repeat that with Orbit.“