Chatbox Productions

07/04/2026

⚡️ Supercharge Your Network at GRIDSERVE Braintree!

Ready for networking that actually fuels your business growth?

Forget the stale rooms and forced handshakes. We’re taking over the GRIDSERVE Electric Forecourt in Braintree on Friday, 24th April 2026, for a morning of high-energy, purposeful networking that feels genuine, supportive, and—quite frankly—electrifying!

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a scaling small business owner, or flying solo as a freelancer, this is your space to connect with forward-thinking minds who are as ambitious as you are.

🔌 The Essentials:

🗓 Date: Friday, 24th April 2026
🕤 Time: 09:30 am – 11:30 am (But feel free to stay and keep the vibe going!)
📍 Location: GRIDSERVE in Braintree, Essex
🎟 Buy a ticket: https://chatbox-gridserve2026.eventbrite.co.uk
💷 Investment: £12.00 – Includes your choice of any Costa drink!
🚗 Note: You don't need an EV to join the revolution! All cars (and people!) are welcome.

🚀 What’s the Vibe?

We’ve ditched the boring "elevator pitch" format for something much more innovative. Think collaboration over competition. Hosted by David James Bell and Nick Looby from Chatbox Productions, in collaboration with GRIDSERVE and the Federation of Small Businesses - FSB, this is networking, reimagined.

Expect more than just business cards:

🤝 Real Connections: Ample time to spark genuine conversations with the best business minds in the region.

🎤 ‘Top Gear’ Style Debates: Get involved in live, interactive, and unscripted discussions. No scripts, no safety nets, just brilliant insights and a lot of fun.

☕️ Fuel Up: Your ticket includes a fresh Costa drink of your choice to get the ideas flowing.

🚙 Stress-Free Parking: Plenty of free on-site parking with absolutely no time restrictions.

🎥 Don’t just take our word for it...

Want to see the energy for yourself? Hit play on our highlights video below and see why this is the networking event people actually look forward to!

Watch the vibe here: https://youtu.be/fqmxeSV6EkI

Stop just "attending" events and start belonging to a community. Let’s collaborate, promote, and grow—together.

Sponsored by: GRIDSERVE | Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) | Chatbox Productions

06/03/2026

Spring is in the air… and so are fresh business connections 🌱☀️

March is all about new beginnings, fresh ideas, and renewed energy in business. As the days get brighter and the seasons change, it’s the perfect time to step out, meet new people, and plant the seeds for opportunities that can grow throughout the year.

Our next Chatbox Productions Networking Meetup at GRIDSERVE Braintree takes place on Friday, 20th March, and it’s shaping up to be another relaxed, energising, and conversation-filled morning. Think great coffee, positive conversations, and the kind of connections that happen naturally when good people get together.

This month we’re embracing the spirit of spring, so why not bring along a colleague, friend, or fellow business owner who would enjoy the community. Fresh faces always add new energy to the room, and it’s a brilliant way to grow the network together 🌿☕️

Whether you’re a regular attendee or thinking about joining us for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming space with plenty of open networking, lively discussion, and a supportive atmosphere where collaboration comes first.

👉 Register for all our 2026 meet-ups here
https://chatbox-gridserve2026.eventbrite.co.uk

Let’s make the most of the new season, fresh ideas, new conversations, and stronger business relationships. We’d love to see you there.

10/02/2026

💘 Love is in the air… and so is great business netwroking 💘

February is all about connection, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s month than spending your morning with people you’ll genuinely enjoy doing business with.

Our next Chatbox Productions Networking Meetup at GRIDSERVE Braintree takes place on Friday, 20th February, and it’s shaping up to be another relaxed, energetic, and conversation-filled session. Think good coffee, great people, and the kind of connections that don’t feel forced, just natural.

Whether you’re a regular face or joining us for the first time, expect plenty of open networking, lively discussion, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere where collaboration comes first.

👉 Register for all our Braintree 2026 meet-ups here
https://chatbox-gridserve2026.eventbrite.co.uk

And if you fancy sharing the love further afield, we’re also launching our Chatbox Networking meetup at Gridserve in Norwich on Friday, 27th February
👉 https://gridserve-norwich.eventbrite.co.uk

Let’s keep building brilliant relationships, business and beyond. We’d love to see you there.

15/01/2026

Join and meet with like-minded entrepreneurs, self-employed and small business owners at the GRIDSERVE EV Charging Forecourt in Braintree on Friday, 23rd January 2026

From purposeful networking to fresh Costa coffees and a room full of forward-thinking business minds, this is what real networking should feel like: genuine, supportive, and energising.

🗓 Friday, 23rd January 2026
🕤 From 09:30 am to 11:30 am
📍 GRIDSERVE, Braintree
🎟 Book your place here: https://chatbox-gridserve2026.eventbrite.co.uk

🚗 Don't worry, you don't have to own an EV to attend; all cars are welcome

Network, collaborate, and promote your services while supporting each other at this informal networking event, In collaboration with GRIDSERVE, the Federation of Small Businesses - FSB, and hosted by David James Bell and Nick Looby from Chatbox Productions

Registration and open networking will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a complimentary drink of your choice from the Costa Cafe, included in the ticket price. Additional drinks and refreshments are available for purchase.


What you can expect:

🤝 There will be plenty of time to network with other people in the room.
🎤 Live and interactive 'Top Gear' style, in the room discussions and debates with chatshow hosts David Bell and Nick Looby
✏️ Get ready for some live and unscripted fun.
🚙 There is free parking on-site with no time restrictions.
👋 You are welcome to stay after the event finishes to continue networking.


Sponsored by
GRIDSERVE | Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) | Chatbox Productions

Join like-minded business owners for a morning of networking at GRIDSERVE in Braintree. With hosts David Bell and Nick Looby from Chatbox.

13/11/2025

🎤 Ready to elevate your speaking and presenting game? Join us for the one-day “Unlock Your Voice” Masterclass hosted by David James Bell and Nick Looby from Chatbox Productions. This masterclass is an immersive experience designed to transform how you communicate and create impact.

Check out this short video for a taste of what’s in store ⬇️

🎬 Watch video >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdYcOnFtE-E

This Masterclass will give you the skills, tools and techniques to make yourself become the go-to expert.

Here are some of the things David and Nick will cover during our time together:

🟣 Building confidence to stand up in front of an audience
🟣 How to instantly engage the audience in the room
🟣 Techniques to make you look like an expert when presenting
🟣 The top secrets to amazing presentations and awesome communications.
🟣 Death by PowerPoint, no more... How to captivate your audience without slides
🟣 How to use the latest technologies to enhance your presentations
🟣 Plus, so much more...

Details

🗓 Date: Monday, 8th December 2025
🕒 Time: 9.30 am to 4.00 pm
📍 Venue: Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1SQ
🎟 Cost: £127 ex VAT (includes breakfast, lunch, and all course materials)

If you’re serious about owning your voice and making your presentations, pitches or front-of-room moments count, this is for you!

👉 Want to find out more and secure your place - visit the booking page👇

🎤 https://www.chatboxproductions.com/unlock-your-voice

Feel free to reach out if you’d like any extra details or want to chat about how this could fit into your communication strategy.

Let’s unlock your voice together

Join the ‘Unlock Your Voice’ Masterclass to enhance your communication skills and deliver dynamic presentations with experts David Bell and Nick Looby. Register now!

23/10/2025

🤯 Still time to book for tomorrow's Business Networking with a difference at GRIDSERVE Braintree (Braintree Electric Forecourt)

Join and meet with like-minded entrepreneurs, self-employed and small business owners at the GRIDSERVE EV Charging Forecourt in Braintree on Friday, 24th October 2025.

From purposeful networking to fresh Costa coffees and a room full of forward-thinking business minds, this is what real networking should feel like: genuine, supportive, and energising.

🗓 Friday, 24th October 2025.
🕤 From 09:30 am to 11:30 am
📍 GRIDSERVE, Braintree
🎟 Book your place here: https://chatbox-gridserve-oct25.eventbrite.co.uk

🚗 Don't worry, you don't have to own an EV to attend; all cars are welcome

Network, collaborate, promote your services and support each other at this informal networking event in collaboration with GRIDSERVE , Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), and hosted by David James Bell and Nick Looby FRSA from Chatbox Productions.

Registration and open networking will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a complimentary drink of your choice from the Costa Cafe, included in the ticket price. Additional drinks and refreshments are available for purchase.

What you can expect:

🤝 There will be plenty of time to network with other people in the room.
🎤 Live and interactive 'Top Gear' style, in the room discussions and debates with chatshow hosts David James Bell and Nick Looby FRSA
✏️ Get ready for some live and unscripted fun.
🚙 There is free parking on-site with no time restrictions.
👋 You are welcome to stay after the event finishes to continue networking.

Sponsored by;

GRIDSERVE | Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) | Chatbox Productions

🎥 A massive shoutout to Steven Milton of Integrity Films, who captured the vibe of one of our previous meetings perfectly in this brilliant highlights video ▶️ Seriously, hit play – you’ll see what we mean!

Watch video >>> https://youtu.be/dPIqfgfzHfc

Join like-minded business owners for a morning of networking at GRIDSERVE in Braintree. With hosts David Bell and Nick Looby from Chatbox.

07/04/2023

🐣 We wish all our family, friends, colleagues & clients a very Happy Easter 🐣

16/03/2023

We are LIVE.... Our special guest this week is Sue Richardson from The Right Company. David and Nick will be discussing 'Why should every business owner or leader consider writing a book for their business?'.

24/12/2022

Nick and David want to thank all our family, friends, colleagues & clients for their ongoing support. May the holiday season fill your home with joy, your heart with love, and your life with laughter. We wish you all a peaceful & joyous, happy & healthy 2023.