Guide
Business network in Skåne
find the right one for you
Skåne has everything from large regional business networks to local business clubs, investor networks and sports-based business communities. Here we go through some of the options and what sets them apart.
Large, local or niche?
There is no one way to network in Skåne.
A business network can be anything from a large regional organization with hundreds of events to a smaller group where the same people meet repeatedly throughout the year. Some focus on referrals and new business, others on knowledge, investment, influence or long-term relationships.
What is important is therefore not only how big the network is, but what type of people you meet, how often you see each other and whether the format fits what you actually want to get out of your membership.
Different needs
What type of business network is right for you?
Regional reach
For those who want to build contacts across Skåne and southern Sweden rather than in a single city.
Business-driven
For those who want to work more structured with referrals, introductions and concrete business opportunities.
Growth & investment
For entrepreneurs, investors and companies seeking capital, expertise and growth support.
Relationships & experiences
For those who want to get to know people over time through recurring meetings and joint activities.
Some alternatives in Skåne
Business networks and business organizations to check out.
This is not a complete ranking, but a selection of established networks with different focus and geographical reach. Structure and membership conditions may change, so always check the current information with each organization.
South Swedish Chamber of Commerce
A large regional business network for companies in Southern Sweden. The Chamber of Commerce combines networking with seminars, training, international trade and business policy work.
Connect Skåne
A network for entrepreneurs, investors and experts from the business world. Particularly suitable for companies with a focus on growth, capital raising and contact with investors.
BNI
A structured business network where members build relationships to actively recommend each other to new customers and business opportunities.
Entrepreneurs Skåne
Entrepreneurs' organization with local associations around Skåne. Membership combines networking, knowledge, advice, member benefits and work for a better business climate.
Malmö FF's Network
A business network connected to Malmö FF where companies meet through matches, dinners and other networking events. The focus is on relationships, business, exchange of experiences and community around the club.
The Market Association in the Helsingborg Region
MiH brings together companies and professionals in northwestern Skåne around business development, knowledge, inspiration and networking meetings.
Vasatorp Business Club
A relationship-based business network based outside Helsingborg. It combines breakfasts, company visits, dinners, golf and other activities with a focus on long-term business relationships.
Are you looking specifically in Helsingborg?
We have also collected business networks and organizations with a clear presence in Helsingborg and northwestern Skåne in a separate guide.
Before you choose
Start with why you want to network.
If the goal is primarily new leads, a structured referral network may be right for you. If you are looking for investors or growth expertise, there are more specialized contexts. If you want to build relationships with companies in a specific region, a local or relationship-based network may be more relevant.
There is also nothing that says a company only needs to belong to one network. Different contexts can fulfill different functions, as long as you actually have time to be present in them.
In northwestern Skåne
Vasatorp Business Club
relationships first, business afterwards.
Vasatorp Business Club is a business and corporate network based at Vasatorp Golf Club outside Helsingborg. The network brings together over 80 companies from Helsingborg and northwestern Skåne and arranges around 25 meetings per year.
The meetings consist of breakfasts, company visits, dinners, golf and other activities. There are no requirements for presentation rounds or reported deals, and about half of the meetings this year are conducted without golf.
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