TRUSTED PARTNERS

NON-EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL PARTNERSHIP

For professionals and businesses who wish to represent London Business Network commercially and generate new opportunities through trusted introductions.

The LBN Referral Partner of Ambassador role is designed for individuals and organisations who are well-connected, commercially credible, and aligned with LBN’s mission to support business growth in the UK and global markets. 

Referral partners act as trusted connectors, introducing prospective members, ambassadors, partners, sponsors, and clients to London Business Network where there is a clear fit. 

Referral partnership or Ambassadorship is a commercial relationship, which also includes membership.

Eligibility Requirements

Referral Partners are expected to meet the following criteria:

• Established professional or business presence within relevant commercial networks
• Demonstrable credibility and trust within their sector or peer group
• Ability to identify and introduce high-quality prospective members, partners, sponsors, or clients
• Alignment with London Business Network’s mission, values, and standards
• Willingness to operate within a clear, referral-led commercial framework
• Full terms are defined within the LBN Referral Partnership Agreement.

Non Exclusive

Referral Partners are LBN Ambassadors who remain free to operate across their existing networks and commercial relationships. The role is non-exclusive and designed to complement, not restrict, existing activities.

Mutual Referral Alignment

Referrals partners include a reciprocal referral understanding, enabling two-way commercial introductions where appropriate and beneficial.

Co-Hosted Event Participation

Subject to suitability and availability, Ambassadors may be invited to co-host selected LBN events. This is opportunistic, not guaranteed, and aligned strictly with LBN’s programme.

Supportive Digital Amplification

Where relevant, Ambassador-led initiatives or campaigns may be supported through LBN’s digital channels at LBN’s discretion. This does not constitute sponsorship or platform ownership.

Important Exclusions

Referral Partners or Ambassadorship does not confer partner status. It does not include platform ownership or brand alignment. It does not guarantee event hosting, speaking slots, or visibility. It is distinct from Membership and Sponsorship.

Mutual Referral Framework

Participation in a 10% mutual referral arrangement on converted business, supporting two-way commercial value creation.

Commercial Terms

£1,500 per year + VAT

Initial term: 12 months

Referral commission payable on converted business only

£1500 per year + VAT

EXCLUSIVE SERVICE CATEGORY PARTNERSHIP

For businesses and organisations aligned with London Business Network’s delivery standards and referral ecosystem, committed to an exclusive commercial and business development partnership. 

LBN Partnership is designed for established and scaling businesses that LBN actively recommends to its members, corporate organisations, and sponsors.

Partnership is intended for businesses organisations with a strong sales team capable of converting referred opportunities into meaningful commercial outcomes, in line with agreed commercial objectives set out at the point of engagement.

Partners operate as trusted providers within their defined service category and are embedded into LBN’s structured referral and market-access flow, supporting the needs of LBN’s Founder, Scale Up, Corporate, and Sponsor community.

Partners are required to contribute monthly campaigns, offers, or insights for distribution across the LBN network. These must be produced at the partner’s own cost, either in-house or, where internal capability is unavailable, delivered with execution support from Growth Marketing Global under a separate commercial arrangement.

Eligibility Requirements

• Annual turnover exceeding £3 million
• A named senior decision-maker accountable for the partnership
• Proven delivery capability and operational maturity
• Capacity to service referred opportunities promptly and professionally
• Active participation in LBN Partner and Ambassador events
• Willingness to operate within a structured referral and performance framework
• Full terms defined within the LBN Partnership Agreement

Exclusivity

LBN Partnership is exclusive within the partner’s primary service category.

In return for this exclusivity, partners commit to priority engagement, delivery standards, and active participation within LBN’s referral framework.

Partnership exclusivity is distinct from Ambassadorship, which operates on a non-exclusive basis.

Trusted Partner Status

Exclusive positioning within your defined service category, ensuring clarity and confidence in LBN’s recommendations.

Structured Commercial Referrals

Access to qualified, relationship-led introductions aligned with LBN’s membership, corporate, and sponsorship ecosystem.

Embedded Market Access

Inclusion in relevant LBN activity where partner expertise adds value, including selected events, briefings, and introductions.

Mutual Referral Framework

Participation in a 20% mutual referral arrangement on converted business, supporting two-way commercial value creation.

Commercial Terms

£5,000 per year + VAT

Initial term: 12 months

Exclusivity reviewed annually

Referral fees payable on converted business only

EXCLUSIVE CHAPTER LICENSING PARTNERSHIP

For senior entrepreneurs, firms, or organisations seeking to operate and scale an official London Business Network chapter within a defined geography, market, or thematic remit, under an exclusive long-term partnership framework.

The LBN Network Partner role is designed for established operators with the credibility, capacity, and leadership required to represent London Business Network at chapter level, delivering LBN’s Connect → Set Up → Scale model within agreed territories or sectors.

Network Partners act as custodians of the LBN brand and operating standards within their licensed chapter, responsible for local relationship development, commercial activation, and long-term network growth in alignment with LBN’s central strategy.

This partnership is intentionally selective and structured for sustained value creation, not opportunistic expansion.

Chapter Stewardship & Responsibilities

Network Partners are responsible for:

• Operating an official LBN chapter under agreed brand, governance, and delivery standards
• Developing senior-level relationships across business, investment, and institutional stakeholders
• Hosting and delivering LBN-aligned events, briefings, and introductions within the licensed chapter
• Contributing to LBN’s wider referral, partnership, and sponsorship ecosystem
• Representing LBN commercially and reputationally within the agreed scope
• All activity is delivered within LBN’s established frameworks, ensuring consistency, quality, and brand protection.

Central LBN Operating System & Back Office Team Support

To increase the probability of success and ensure consistent delivery standards, London Business Network provides Network Partners with access to its central operating system and back office support team.

This includes:

• Centralised operational support delivered via LBN’s core team
• Access to LBN’s systems, workflows, and delivery frameworks
• Coordinated communications, administration, and reporting via Basecamp
• Brand governance, quality control, and programme alignment
• Ongoing operational guidance and performance oversight

Network Partners focus on relationship leadership, local market development, and commercial activation. LBN retains responsibility for systems, structure, and operational continuity.

This model ensures quality, consistency, and control across all LBN chapters, whilst enabling Network Partners to operate with confidence and institutional backing.

Eligibility Requirements

• Demonstrable senior commercial leadership experience
• Proven ability to convene decision-makers and deliver high-quality events or forums
• Strong local or sectoral network aligned with LBN’s ICP
• Financial and operational capacity to sustain a multi-year partnership
• A named senior lead accountable for chapter performance
• Willingness to operate within LBN’s governance, reporting, and brand frameworks
• Full obligations are defined within the LBN Network Partnership Agreement

Exclusivity

Network Partnership is exclusive within the agreed chapter territory or remit. Exclusivity applies to chapter representation and licensing rights, not to individual referrals or memberships. In return, Network Partners receive long-term territorial clarity, strategic alignment with LBN’s central platform, and protected positioning within the ecosystem.

Important Exclusions

Network Partnership does not constitute ownership of London Business Network. Brand usage, territory, and scope are licensed and governed contractually. All activity must align with LBN’s standards, positioning, and central oversight.

Mutual Referral Framework

Participation in a 20% mutual referral arrangement on converted business, supporting two-way commercial value creation.

Commercial Terms

£25,000 per year + VAT

Initial term: 36 months

Reviewed annually

Referral fees payable on converted business only