What Our Members Say
We could tell you a lot of things about B4 but sometimes it’s just easier to let our Members tell you what they think about being part of the B4 community.
“B4 is a crucial partner for us. We would not have anything like the same profile or access to Oxfordshire business without you.” Dominic Hare, Chief Executive, Blenheim Palace
“I’ve been part of lots of networks in my career but none that are as effective or that care as much as B4 does. We are very proud to be part of such a collaborative, knowledgeable and supportive community.” Liz Nicholson, Managing Director, Nicholsons
“As Platinum Members we Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) continue to work proactively with B4 to engage, inform and promote Oxfordhsire as a fantastic place to locate and grow your business.” Nigel Tipple, Chief Executive, Oxfordshire LEP
“We are members of B4, and find it a great way of linking with other senior business leaders in our area.” Peter Swanson, Founder and Executive Chair, Intertronics
“Beard have really enjoyed being part of B4, thank you Richard and Tina for your continued hard work to make our networking lives easier!” Lucie Elliott, Bid Support Manager, Beard
“Being a member of B4 for years, we’ve had the privilege of experiencing the exceptional quality of venues like Blenheim Palace. It’s a true testament to the calibre of experiences B4 provides, reflecting the high standards we’ve come to expect. The opportunities for meaningful business connections within this network continue to exceed expectations.” Darren Aston, Managing Director, Aston & James
“B4 provides superb networking opportunities in wonderful locations for Unipart, including the lunch hosted by our CEO at our Oxford headquarters last year. We look forward to meeting more local business community members in the future.” Alistair Drummond, Head of External Communications, Unipart Group
“Well done on the constant growth of B4 – I love being a member and am finding myself recommending you to others more and more.” Emma Allinson, Business Development Manager, Kingerlee
“I’m delighted that Mills & Reeve are part of such a positive and supportive business community.” Matt Skipper, Head of Business Development
“Really pleased to be a B4 member, you have such a diverse and interesting set of members and have found your events really interesting, informative. I’ve made some great connections.” Henry Day, Director, The Firco Group
“We are proud to be part of the B4 community.” Jeanette Williams, Reservations Manager, Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons
“Thank you both so much for joining us at the Abingdon Arms last week and for the extraordinary amount of work you put into inviting and cajoling the B4 network to attend. It was a brilliant turnout, great atmosphere, and I hope fun was had by all.” James Alcock, CEO, Plunkett UK
“B4 has been such a great organisation to be involved with. They bring so many great Oxfordshire businesses together to build longstanding trusted relationships.” Ben Procter, Managing Director, Oxford Property Consulting
“What a wonderful evening at Rhodes House. Thanks so much. Had some great conversations too that I’ll follow up on for sure. Thanks for your hard work that goes into it all. What a venue !” Louise Merritt, Managing Director – Ignite Sport UK
“B4 is the most influential business network in Oxfordshire with strong connections with leaders in local government, health, education, and the charitable sector. Membership is a great way to develop trusting relationships in those sectors.” Frank Nigriello, Chairman, B4
“Given ‘stability is an Illusion’ Maintaining High Performance is about ‘Fast’ learning from the best coaches and B4 has some of the smartest trusted members in Oxfordshire collaborating to improve both the economy and well being of Individuals across the county and beyond.” Graham Caleb, Founder, Delti
Would you like to find out more or experience one of our many events? Please contact Richard Rosser at richard@b4-business.com to find out more.
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