Trusted Businesses – Weekly Networking

Who We Are

We are a group of established local businesses who meet every week for breakfast as part of a structured local networking group. The purpose is simple and highly effective: to build strong professional relationships, generate quality referrals, and do business with people we know, like, and trust.

Our group operates on a structured referral system, which means every business listed on this page has been vetted by the group, is held accountable by their peers, and is actively recommended within the network. These are not casual networking contacts – they are reliable, proven professionals who stake their reputation on the quality of their work.

Why This List Matters

If a business appears on this page, they are: – Actively trading and locally accountable – Trusted and recommended by fellow business owners – Committed to high standards of service and professionalism – Regularly reviewed through referrals and feedback

In short: these are people we confidently refer our own clients, friends, and families to.

Warm Introductions – Not Cold Calls

If you need any of the services listed below, you won’t be left to make an awkward cold call.

I will personally make a warm introduction on your behalf, ensuring you speak to the right person, with the right context, from the outset. That saves time, removes friction, and gets better results.

Businesses in Our Networking Group

Below is a snapshot of the trusted local businesses in our weekly breakfast networking group, organised by service category to make things easy. If you’re looking for a recommendation, you’re in the right place.

Every business listed here is known personally within the group and regularly recommended. If you’d like an introduction to any of them, I’ll happily make that connection for you.

Finance, Insurance & Property Advice

Alan Smith – St James’s Place Wealth Management
Provides tailored financial planning, investment advice, and long-term wealth strategies for individuals and business owners who want clarity and control over their finances.

Meekhil Patel – AMP Mortgages
Independent mortgage advice for residential, buy-to-let, and specialist lending, supporting clients from first enquiry through to completion.

Veli Bekir – Your Claim
Independent insurance claims support, helping policyholders navigate and maximise insurance claims following loss or damage.

Legal & Accounting

Cameron Bliss – Barretts Law
Possession proceedings, Lease Extensions Boundary disputes, Building/Construction disputes, Debt Recovery and Contract claims.

Josh Robinson – Logix Advisory
Accountancy and business advisory services helping companies stay compliant, profitable, and well-informed.

Matthew Barrett – Barretts Law
Notarial services including document certification and international authentication.

Marketing, Design & Digital

Ash Bhopla – Monsta Media Shoreditch
Creative advertising and marketing agency delivering brand-led campaigns that generate awareness and measurable results.

Mike Duffy – The Business Guy
Business consultancy supporting owners to grow by improving strategy, pricing and profitability.

Mitchell Herber – Catalyst Image Solutions
Design and print solutions for businesses needing high-quality visual marketing materials.

Tracey Kinchella – Website Support UK
Website design, maintenance, and support for businesses that need their site to work reliably day-to-day.

IT & Technology

Josh Bevis – Sonar IT
Managed IT support and cyber security services keeping businesses secure, connected, and operational.

Mark Russell – Icex Ltd

Leaders in secure IT asset lifecycle management, dedicated to helping organisations and IT service providers reduce total cost of ownership (TCO)

Trades, Construction & Property Services

Craig Jackson – Principal Heating & Plumbing
Heating and plumbing installation, servicing, and repairs for residential and commercial properties.

Hristo Hristov – Stone Heat Ltd
Interior design and installation specialists delivering bespoke bathrooms, kitchens, and cloakrooms, from design through to full installation.

Jack Callaghan – United Scaffolding Ltd
Professional, safety-led scaffolding solutions for construction and renovation projects.

Jason Cheeseman – JC & Sons Electrical Ltd
Electrical installation, testing, and maintenance carried out to current regulations.

Leighton Fenn – Gemini Building Contractors Ltd
Residential and commercial building projects managed from groundwork through to completion.

Mark Furby – Carpentry
Bespoke carpentry and joinery services.

Lee Jemmett – LKJ Flooring Services Ltd
Supply and installation of flooring solutions for homes and commercial environments.

Lee Naughton – LN Glazing Ltd
Window, door, and glazing installations including bespoke solutions.

Liva Polakova – Almaz Worktops
Manufacture and installation of premium stone and bespoke worktops.

Maxwell Marshall – Beechall Building Services Ltd
Interior and exterior painting and decorating services.

Phil Connolly – Kingfisher Drainage & Jetting
Drainage maintenance, clearance, and emergency response services.

Richard Noakes – The Original Tree Surgeons Ltd
Professional tree surgery and arboricultural management.

Rickie McIntosh – Target Damp
Specialists in diagnosing and resolving damp and waterproofing issues.

Ricky English – Hillview Roofing Services
Roofing repairs, replacements, and guttering services.

Scott Robinson – Regal Sterling Blinds
Supply and installation of bespoke window blinds and shading solutions.

Trevor Durkan – Good News Pest Control
Pest control solutions for residential and commercial properties.

Day: Thursday mornings
Time: 6:30am
Location: Chigwell Golf Club, 156 High Road, Chigwell, IG7 5BH

If you would like to:

Visit a meeting
Be introduced to a specific business
Learn how referrals are generated within the group

Please get in touch.

Contact

For introductions or visitor information, contact:

Adrian – SpeedStitch
Email: adrian@speedstitch.co.uk

I’ll make sure you’re introduced to the right people, the right way.

Local Businesses. Real Referrals. Built on Trust.