Black Book Brunch – And A Double Birthday Celebration! 🎉

What an unforgettable afternoon we had at September’s Black Book Brunch at Hurlston Hall.

From the moment guests arrived, the energy in the room was different. Focused. Intentional. Powerful. This wasn’t just networking — this was strategy meeting opportunity.

Strategy Meets Connection

Black Book Brunch delivered exactly what it promises.

Each attendee took to the spotlight to introduce themselves, their business, and — crucially — 2–3 of their ideal or existing clients. That clarity meant the room knew exactly who to refer. No guesswork. No vague pitches. Just real, qualified opportunities.

Then came the magic.

The room leaned in, notebooks open, contacts ready — sharing warm introductions, ideas and genuine leads tailored to each person. The conversations were purposeful and fast-paced, and the feedback afterwards was incredible.

Opportunities were created. Follow-up meetings booked. Revenue conversations started.

That’s the power of doing networking differently.

A Double Celebration 🎈

As if that wasn’t enough, the afternoon came with not one, but two huge milestones.

It was Cheryl’s 40th Birthday, and we absolutely marked the occasion in true GROW style — balloons, cake, laughter and a room full of business owners celebrating together.

And even more special… this event marked GROW Network’s 3rd Birthday.

Three years of building connections.
Three years of collaboration over competition.
Three years of growing a community that genuinely champions one another.

There couldn’t have been a more fitting way to celebrate than in a room full of ambitious, supportive business owners creating real opportunities for each other.