At most networking events, who you meet can come down to where you happen to stand, who you already know or who you find yourself next to.  At 12 Minute Conversations, we do things differently. 

You’ll meet in small groups and we change the mix of people every 12 minutes, so you keep meeting new people. No hovering on the edge of conversations, no sticking with the people you already know and no wondering who to talk to next. We take care of all of that for you. 

It's a chance to meet businesses you might never have approached yourself, uncover unexpected connections, hear different perspectives and find the people who could become clients, collaborators, referrers or simply useful people to know. 

How it works: 

• You'll meet in small groups for focused, 12-minute conversations. 

• The format is simple: a few minutes each to introduce yourselves and share what you're working on, followed by a few minutes to explore how you can help one another, whether that’s a referral, advice, insight, or simply a shared perspective. 

• It's fast-paced, energising, and designed to leave you with both new contacts and new ideas. 

Why it works: 

• Structured conversations. No need for small talk. Our prompts keep things flowing, and we help you move on when it’s time. 

• Efficient and focused. Get to know people quickly, but in more depth than classic speed networking. 

• Mutually beneficial. It’s not just about what you can get. It’s about what you can give, and the stronger relationships that come from helping others. 

• Supportive community. Join a network of professionals who value collaboration, not competition. 

• Variety and reach. Meet lots of different businesses, opening the door for more meaningful follow-ups later. 

• A welcoming, friendly and inclusive environment. Whether you’re a regular, haven’t been in a while, or are trying us out for the first time. 

Ready to make better connections in less time, and actually enjoy it? Join us at 12 Minute Conversations and experience networking with purpose.

📸Photography by Beth Wild

FAQs

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

We do our best to accommodate dietary requirements where possible. However, as we work with a range of venues, we may not be able to cater for more extensive requirements.

To give the venue enough notice, please make sure you include any dietary requirements in the order form when booking your place - we are not be able to accommodate requests made on the day of the event.

What's the refund policy?

Tickets are refundable up to 4 working days before the event start time. After this deadline, tickets are non-refundable; however, they may be transferred to another person for the same event or to another event of the same value. To arrange a transfer, please email Poppy at poppy@brightonchamber.co.uk with the booking name and details of the new attendee or preferred alternative event.

Can I attend if I am not a member of the Chamber?

If you have never been a member of the Chamber you can book and join as a guest at two of our events (just one Chamber Breakfast). After this, you will need to join the Chamber to enjoy the benefits of membership. If you'd like to join the Chamber you can find out more on our website.

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