At Maple Works, we are proud to partner with the Surbiton Business Community (SBC), a dynamic membership and service organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing businesses in Surbiton and the surrounding areas. This partnership reflects our commitment to fostering a thriving local business ecosystem and providing our members with unparalleled opportunities for growth and collaboration.
About SBC
SBC is a vibrant community that brings together business people to meet, relax, and collaborate. Through its four main pillars—SOCIAL, SUPPORT, PLACE, and ACTION—SBC creates a robust network that empowers businesses to thrive.
- SOCIAL: SBC offers a platform for business professionals to connect and build relationships in a relaxed and supportive environment.
- SUPPORT: SBC provides access to business support opportunities, including training, advice, and events, both coordinated internally and externally.
- PLACE: SBC aims to make Surbiton a better place for doing business by using its collective voice to influence infrastructure and regeneration within Kingston and Greater London.
- ACTION: SBC engages in collective action with local groups, participating in community projects and special occasions to make a positive impact.
Our Shared Aims
Our partnership with SBC aligns with our principal aim of promoting a united business community. Together, we strive to create a structure that enables businesses to work collaboratively, making Surbiton a better place for all who live, work, shop, and run businesses here.
Member Benefits
By joining SBC, member businesses gain access to a wealth of benefits, including:
- A dedicated space on the SBC website to publicize your business and enhance your SEO.
- Opportunities to participate in sector-driven networking events.
- Inclusion in a supportive community that fosters growth and collaboration.
Membership is open to all businesses based in or doing the majority of their business in Surbiton (KT5 and KT6 postcodes). This includes enterprises with or without premises, home-based businesses, sole traders, and independently managed branches of multiple-unit businesses.
Our Activities
SBC hosts a variety of activities designed to bring businesses together and foster collaboration:
- Monthly Free Meetups: Held on the second Friday of every month, these meetups provide an opportunity for members to connect and network. Venues may vary, so please join and check our meetup.com group for the most up-to-date details.
- Surbiton Festival: SBC usually has a stand at the Surbiton Festival each year in September, offering a chance to meet local people, learn about new businesses, and promote your own.
- Weekly Online Co-Working Sessions: “Get Social Media Done” is a weekly online co-working session where members can discuss their social media ideas for the upcoming week/month and get posting. Others use this hour to work on their businesses, rather than in their businesses.
Join Us Today
We invite you to join us in this exciting partnership with SBC. Together, we can create a vibrant and supportive business community that drives growth and success for all. For more information on how to become a member, please visit the SBC website or contact us directly.
Welcome to our partnership with Surbiton Business Community—where businesses come together to achieve great things.
