TL;DR
- I travelled an hour to the Elite Circle event organised by David Brock, and the sponsor turned out to be based in Hornchurch, close to my home.
- If you feel pulled to attend a meeting, go. The reason often shows up afterwards.
- A real conversation at a small table beats a hundred messages.
- The same thinking applies to video marketing for UK businesses: show up consistently and the right people find you.
Should You Go to a Networking Event When Something Tells You To?
Yes. If you have a feeling you should attend, go without second-guessing it.
I’m Alex from LPV Agency, and this is the story of how that feeling paid off.
Yesterday I travelled an hour to a business event, and the world turned out to be smaller than I expected. The host and sponsor was based in Hornchurch, very close to my home.
A Small Table, a Real Conversation
The first photo is a selfie at a small table by a bright window, with matching lanyards and a bronze vase on the sill behind us.
It shows what the day was really about: rapport, built in person.
Curated Conversations in an Elegant Boardroom
The Elite Circle event, organised by David Brock, used an intimate roundtable format. The pull-up banner read “Welcome to Curated Conversations”.
Attendees took notes, shared handouts and listened closely.
“What If the Opportunity Is Already Inside Your Business?”
The main presentation came from Maggie Gouzd and Debbie Bryan. The slide behind the presenter asked: “What if the opportunity you are looking for is already inside your business?”
It is a question I put to many business owners, because the content and stories they need are often already there.
Who Is Maggie Gouzd?
Maggie, also known as Magda, is the founder of Skin Lab and a director of The Magic of Business. Her Hornchurch work includes:
- Skin Lab Beauty Clinic, offering facials, laser and aesthetic treatments
- Skin Lab Medical Academy, training people in the aesthetics industry
- A podcast studio at the Academy for video podcasts, interviews and content days
- The Magic of Business, supporting entrepreneurs and content creation
The Detail That Stays With Me
I travelled an hour, and the sponsor was practically on my doorstep. That is the bit that stays with me.
It reminded me of something I tell everyone: nothing happens for no reason. We just have to find the reasons.
Why Does In-Person Networking Still Matter for B2B Video Marketing?
Because trust starts with people. Video builds on that trust by letting your personality reach more people, more often.
At LPV Agency, clients record two minutes of video a week and we handle strategy, editing and posting. Real relationships and consistent content work together.
How Do You Find the Reason Behind a Connection?
Look afterwards. The reason often shows up later, so stay curious and follow up.
The right people can be closer than you think.
Key Takeaways
- Follow the pull. If something tells you to attend a meeting, go.
- Look for the reason afterwards. It often shows up later.
- Sit in the room in person. A real chat at a small table beats a hundred messages.
Implementation Checklist
- Say yes to one event this month that you feel drawn to.
- Check who is sponsoring or hosting before you arrive.
- Take notes on names, businesses and slides that resonate.
- Follow up within 48 hours.
- Share your story on video, with consent from those featured.
Common Mistakes
- Overthinking and staying home.
- Judging an event by its distance or format.
- Collecting cards without following up.
- Relying on messages alone.
Closing Thoughts
Going to Elite Circle taught me again that the right people can be closer than you think. Have you had a surprising networking connection? Share it in the comments.
If you want your story told consistently on video without the marketing hassle, talk to LPV Agency about social media autopilot for UK businesses.
