VWBN is the Vale of Glamorgan networking forum for women who live or work in the Vale, conduct business in the Vale, or are interested in networking with like minded female business owners / managers / entrepreneurs of all ages.

If you would like to increase your business contacts and gain access to a friendly and diverse professional network of support, we encourage you to join the VWBN.

Non-members are very welcome to come along to an event to see if you would be interested in joining the VWBN. Non-members may attend a maximum of 2 events before membership becomes necessary.

Membership of the VWBN gives you opportunities to:

• meet like-minded women
• share business 'challenges' and solutions
• raise your business profile
• expand your network of business contacts
• achieve cost-effective PR
• advertise to other members
• keep in touch with trends and opportunities
• take part in no- or low-cost personal and professional development events

Membership costs and features
VWBN membership costs just £40 per year, which entitles you to a listing on our website and reduced-price admission to all events, as well as many other benefits!

Key features of membership include:
• Monthly networking meetings with a programme of guest speakers
• Website with online directory of members
• Training workshops
• Mentoring from other network members
• Social events
• Selling opportunities
• An informal, friendly atmosphere where you can relax, meet new people and exchange ideas

Sponsorship opportunities
There are also sponsorship opportunities for existing VWBN members: for just £120 your business can sponsor a VWBN meeting with publicity before and during the event. If your business would be interested in this, please contact us.

How to join
If you are a woman in business, you are very welcome to join the VWBN and can become a member here

Comments from members:
"It was such a breath of fresh air to enter a room full of other business people and be welcomed with smiles in an informal, relaxed networking atmosphere"

"I've had the opportunity to promote my business and have gained friendship and fun."

"I've met some lovely people! It's given me the opportunity to make some business contacts and listen to excellent presentations."

"What does being involved with the VWBN mean to me? - Networking, regular events, socialising, business contacts, support, fun and informative presentations."

"I've gained wider contacts, more opportunities, more publicity"

"Several members are using my business"

Join the VWBN here