After 5 Networking | Kick-start 2026 networking with a bang |17 Feb

Kick-start 2026 networking with a bang!

This After 5 Networking session brings together people in business who are looking to extend their networks and build relationships that might potentially work towards opportunities to collaborate.

Now in its 10th year the CBD Sydney Chamber continues to loo to support businesses connect and look at potential ways to benefit each other.

At least 4 ways to build connection and opportunity

Four members will share their thoughts on how to leverage the programs the Chamber presents - After 5 Networking, CBD Roundtables, EXPO'26 and CBD Women in Business Network - to create opportunity.

Facilitator: Emma Reeves - Excelerate Marketing

Emma is Founder and Director at Excelerate Marketing, with over a decade of experience in digital marketing.

Hear the from the Panel

We'll hear from

Jo Turner - Strategic Growth Partnerships Manager, Leukaemia Foundation
Julian Peters - Special Counsel, Uther Webster Evans Lawyers & Solicitors
Ronita Fourie - Client & Partnerships Manager, Amplify HR

Tim Barnett - Founder & CEO, Parallel Outsourcing

Six years ago, she established Excelerate Marketing with a vision to empower businesses to reach their full potential through innovative and strategic marketing solutions.

And thanks to Sponsor Member CUPRA City Garage for throwing open the doors to be our host.

We also want to recognise the support of almost 200 businesses and Members and partners that have contributed to creating a connected and engaged business community. And at the same time welcome non-members and guests to meet some of our Members and learn about the opportunities Chamber membership offers.

Members and Guests are welcome to attend.
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This CBD business community is working for business

This Chamber of Commerce is actively involved in advocating for businesses, providing access to training opportunities, identifying collaboration opportunities and supporting businesses by providing access to information and local and government support.

Membership Counts

Members and Non-Members are welcome to participate in our events and programs.

However, a strong Chamber, needs strong Membership. So if you are not yet a Member join online and start to access the benefits of Membership which include:

Be even better connected

Expanding business networks & thought leadership programs including monthly After 5 Networking; coaching & networking through the CBD Women in Business Network; creating business referral opportunities through the CBD Roundtable series and bringing businesses together through the annual CBD Expo
Increasing the visibility of your business through inclusion on the Member Directory
Log into the CBD Memberzone to connect with members, make offers and research opportunities
Access to market-leading business legal and HR services to support your business through the Business NSW Business Hotline

Add to this:

accredited Diploma training through BSI Learning at heavily subsidised cost*
discounted health insurance through Westfund Health Insurance offering members a 5% discount + a 2 month waiting period waived on Extras cover

* Subject to application & availability

See which business are already CBD Sydney Chamber Members

Other Coming Events

24 Feb – CBD Roundtable Series which enable opportunities for close, one on one discussions
26 Feb - FREE Business Transformation Workshop led by Innovation Ready
26 Feb - After 5 Networking presenting opportunities to informally extend your personal network
10 Mar – International Women’s Day Lunch
24 Mar - CBD EXPO’26 which will bring together over 150 people, exhibition stands and keynotes