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CORNER 38, TUESDAYS 9.30 - 11.00

Grow your business with the right people around you

Orb is for experienced business people who want to belong to a group that supports them.

Next meeting: 9.30am, Tues 22nd Sept
Business Networking Botany Town Centre
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Networking in Botany Town Centre

Looking to meet 'your people'? People who want to grow their businesses, and share their stories? Who want to lift you up and celebrate your wins? We're your people.
Referral networking
Referrals
Grow your business through referrals from Orb members and their contacts.
Fortnightly meetings
Fortnightly meetings
90 minutes every 14 days. Designed for busy business professionals.
Support for business owners
Learning
Actionable training and group discussions to keep you and your business up to speed.
New Zealand Owned Business Networking Groups
New Zealand focus
For Kiwi businesses and their unique opportunities and challenges.
No pressure to pass referrals
No pressure
No apps or scoreboards. This is networking for grown-ups!
Experienced business people
Experienced businesses only
Network with established local business people who have experience you can trust.
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Online directory
Professionally written and designed to maximise your online leads.
Regular social events
Regular socials
Because you deserve some fun!
No obligation. $100+GST covers your first two visits.

Business Categories with availability

AI Specialist
Category filled
Accountant
Category filled
Bookkeeper
Category filled
Business Coach
Category filled
Business Broker
Digital Marketer
Category filled
Business Insurance
Category filled
Commercial Cleaner
Category filled
Electrician
Category filled
Exterior Cleaning
Category filled
Dentist
Category filled
Graphic Designer
Category filled
HR Specialist
Category filled
Handyman
Category filled
Lawyer
Category filled
IT Expert
Category filled
Life Coach
Category filled
Mortgage Broker
Category filled
Physiotherapy
Category filled
Personal Insurance
Category filled
Photographer
Property Manager
Plumber
Category filled
Property Inspector
Real Estate
Category filled
Security & CCTV
Category filled
Travel Agent
Web Designer
Category filled

Do you work in an industry that's not on this list? Not a problem! These are the 30 most common categories, but every group has professionals who come from other industries. 

Please email us at [email protected] or fill out the form below and we'll be in contact. 

Sign up for two meetings, then join!

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Contact us

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Sign up for your first 2 meetings

Meet other members, experience Orb, and check that we're the right fit for you. No obligation to take it further.
$100+GST covers the first two meetings.
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Belong to Botany Orb

Enjoyed those first two meetings? Great, join us! 
Develop relationships, give and receive referrals, and grow your reach via your online profile.
Easy.

Register your interest & find your people

Want to know more about the Botany Orb group? 
Send us an email, give us a call, or fill in the form below.

Our story

Business networking in New Zealand is flourishing. Could the existing networking model be better? We thought so!

Having experienced networking in various groups, we decided to take the best elements of existing networking groups, and modernise. Creating something that really works for business owners in 2026.

We launched Howick Orb at the end of April. The group has grown in numbers and in strength, already passing significant amounts of business.

The meetings are known for their energy, and the number of referrals and collaborative working has exceeded our expectations. You can get an idea of what we're about below.

Any questions?

No question is ever too small, so if you want to know more about how Orb will work for you, please reach out.

Connection, laughter, and business. Orb suits established business people who know how to maximise their time, their potential, and their enjoyment.

Each 90-minute session includes:
* Open networking time
* A short education slot to help you grow your business
* A 60-second update from every member
* Two member presentations, or extended education/discussion on a chosen topic
* Referral sharing and success stories

If you're an SME owner, founder or local business leader who wants to build stronger relationships, grow your network and create genuine referral opportunities, then Orb is for you.

Orb combines structured business networking with useful learning, open conversation and a supportive community. It is professional, but relaxed, with a focus on trust, quality relationships and practical business growth.

We guarantee a minimum of 18 people in the room, and meetings are fortnightly, so you can maximise your connections and minimise your time commitment.

Yes. We welcome one member per category in each group.
That means you won’t compete with someone offering the same service as you, and you'll be the group's expert in your field.

If your category is already taken, please get in touch and we’ll add you to the waiting list. When a space opens up, you’ll be first to know.

Orb groups meet fortnightly, always 9.30 -11.00 on Tuesdays.

You can trust a referral from an Orb member, knowing there's an experienced business owner behind it! Members must have been operating in their industry for at least 12 months, or be working for a company which has been in business for over a year.

No. Orb is not about forced referrals or pressure-based networking. The focus is on building trust first, and we've found that referrals and introductions happen naturally and genuinely. 

At the moment, prospective members are welcome to register their interest to join by attending two meetings (at a cost of $100+GST). This offer is open to people who are serious about joining long term, with the expectation being they will then sign up for a full 12 months.

You can register your interest through this page. The Orb team will review your details, check category availability and let you know the next steps.

Orb Networking Google Reviews

See what Auckland business owners and professionals say about their experience with Orb Networking.
Ali Burns
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Orb Networking is by far the best business network I’ve joined. The support has been incredible and the environment refreshing and professional, with fun intertwined throughout. Highly recommend to business owners looking for an energetic and results driven environment to grow their businesses.
Wade Mackenzie
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I’ve had such a positive experience being part of ORB Networking. It’s a genuinely welcoming and supportive group of business owners who are interested in building real relationships, helping one another and seeing each other succeed. What I really appreciate about ORB is that it doesn’t feel like networking just for the sake of exchanging business cards or generating leads. There’s a real sense of community, with plenty of opportunities to share ideas, learn from others, make valuable connections and support local businesses. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed being part of the group and would happily recommend ORB Networking to anyone looking to grow their business while connecting with a fantastic group of people.
Jash
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Since joining Orb Networking, I've gained valuable traction with other business owners and have been able to build relationships that are leading to referral opportunities. The fortnightly meeting format works well, providing a good balance between networking and running a business. What I particularly appreciate is the focus on collaboration and the one-member-per-profession approach which encourages genuine support. I've found Orb Networking to be a welcoming and professional environment that helps foster meaningful business connections, and I would recommend it to anyone looking to expand their local business network.
Kathryn Scordino
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Cannot recommend Orb highly enough. I've been involved in other networking groups but the energy and buzz here is next level. The business owners are a fantastic group who are running established, credible businesses and genuinely want to help each other to grow and thrive. Meetings are inclusive and fun with lots of coffee or beer/ wine catch ups in between, supporting each other and creating business opportunities. If you're keen to grow your network and business, Orb is well worth investing in.
Sarah Kavanagh
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Brilliant networking group! I have already had sales leads from my first Orb meeting and love building trusted relationships within the group. It’s a fantastic group of established business owners, all serious about growth. There is a great buzz in the room when we are all networking! Lots of coffee meetings are taking place in between the fortnightly Orb meetings so business is happening in and out of the room. Highly recommend joining Orb if you’re serious about growing your business.
Brilliant networking group! I have already had sales leads from my first Orb meeting and love building trusted relationships within the group. It’s a fantastic group of established business owners, all serious about growth...
Sarah Kavanagh, Howick Orb Member
Jashneel Chandra
Since joining Orb Networking, I've gained valuable traction with other business owners and have been able to build relationships that are leading to referral opportunities.
Jash Chandra, Howick Orb Member
Leonard Penny at Orb networking
I really enjoyed the networking today! The final talk at the table was really insightful... I'm learning so much from not just the speakers but also everyone else.
Leo Penny, Howick Orb Member
Kathryn Scordino Orb Networking
Cannot recommend Orb highly enough. I've been involved in other networking groups but the energy and buzz here is next level. The business owners are a fantastic group who are running established, credible businesses and genuinely want to help each other to grow and thrive...
Kathryn Scordino, Howick Orb Member