Business Networks

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Networking is a great way to grow and develop your business. A business network is a type of social network using connections to extend business interests.

Many people believe networking is a more cost-effective method of generating new business than advertising or public relations efforts.

Monash Women’s Business Network

The Monash Women’s Business Network, supported by Monash Council, celebrates and showcases successful women in business.  

For more information, please see Monash Women's Business Network

Other Networks

There are a wide variety of networking organisations that may provide opportunities for you to connect with others.

Monash area   

Eastern Innovation
Eastern Innovation is a place for dynamic and passionate people with entrepreneurial flair who want to commercialise their innovative ideas. The Eastern Innovation team invites you to be part of a collaborative community that creates, innovates, incubates, accelerates, learns and thrives.

Website: www.eibc.net.au

Monash Business Awards
Whether you are based at home, manage a large national head office, a retail outlet or a manufacturing organisation, there is a place for you at the Monash Business Awards. As well as additional networking functions, support programs and social events, the MBA committee would love you to join our community.

Website: monashbusinessawards.com.au

Monash Precinct Network

The Monash Precinct Network is an innovation-focussed member ecosystem that builds meaningful connections between industry, education, research and government. We facilitate exceptional collaboration by connecting our members with our network of organisations, resources and talent. By championing partnerships on a local and global scale, we support our members to build capabilities, solve problems and drive commercial outcomes. 

Website: www.monashprecinct.com.au

South East Melbourne Manufacturers Alliance
SEMMA is a peak industry group representing more than 200 leading manufacturers based in southeast Melbourne.

Website: www.semma.com.au

Melbourne-wide

Australia China Business Council
The Australia China Business Council (ACBC) is the premier business organisation dedicated to promoting business and trade between Australia and the People’s Republic of China.

Website: www.acbc.com.au