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Wednesday 22nd Apr 2026

Small business networking night, London

Small business networking night, London
Laura Shimili Mears
Laura Shimili Mears
Sparks: Strategic Content, Photography & Mentoring

Price:£30.00
Date:Wed 22nd Apr 2026
Time:18:30 - 20:30

Come along to our networking night in Balham, South West London and meet other like-minded business owners and entrepreneurs and make new connections.

This will be a great opportunity to discuss business with others, share challenges, what has worked for you and talk about your business.

Bring your cards and flyers and be ready to network.

We will be in smaller groups as well where everyone can introduce themselves.

Key takeaways from this session

  • Network with other businesses and founders
  • Share your experience and learn from others
  • Talk about your business and make new connections

 
Laura Shimili Mears
Laura Shimili Mears
Sparks: Strategic Content, Photography & Mentoring
 
Strategic content, brand assets, photography and marketing that help businesses stand out, build trust, and drive real growth. Experienced digital marketer and photographer, I have 10+ years experience in marketing, branding, running a business and building community. Now focused on content marketing support and business mentoring for founders and organisations looking for clarity, strategy and effective communications. Founder of the Small Business Network, a community of small businesses in South West London and facilitator of events. I have joined Enterprise Nation as a mentor and adviser and I have been supporting business owners, directors and founders in a range of areas. From creating growth plans, to business and marketing clarity and strategy, being a sounding board and challenging assumptions, strategies for focus and prioritising and putting in place systems for efficiency and increased resilience. I can help with: Marketing Services strategy and content to social media and email — practical, tailored help that makes a real difference. I work with you to build visibility, attract the right clients and make marketing feel manageable. Strategic Content Marketing support and guidance that takes founders through a framework of content essentials they can create and use to turn their brilliant expertise into brilliant marketing that generates revenue. 121 Mentoring and Coaching support that focuses on strengths, goals and strategies for managing uncertainty. I have worked as digital marketer in national and independent organisations, grown my own corporate photography business, led C-suite executive events in B2B media and organised small business community interactions, learning and events. Combining creative and business skills, to grow businesses and communities is something I am passionate about and where I help make a difference. To find out more book a session where we can discuss your priorities, challenges and goals. Laura Shimili Mears Brand & Marketing Services and Support Small Business Network, London
 

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