ABOUT BBN
Who We Are
BBN Business Network was founded on 1 April 2010 with one clear belief: every South African business owner deserves a seat at the networking table not just whoever got there first.
For 16 years we have been running structured meetings, facilitating referrals, and building a community where trust comes before transactions.
BBN's Impact
Sixteen years of connecting South African businesses.
Real meetings. Real referrals. Real results.
1+
Active Members
1
Years in Business
1+
Meetings Hosted
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Industries Represented
Meet Our Team
BBN
is run by people who believe South African business owners deserve a network
that actually works for them.
Brenda Els
Founder & Head of Events
I’m Brenda, and I’ve always believed that business is better when we’re not doing it alone. I founded BBN Business Network because I saw too many brilliant entrepreneurs struggling in silos, and I wanted to create a space where genuine connection leads to real growth. What drives me every day is seeing that 'lightbulb moment' when a member finds the support they need to finally scale their dream.
Michelle Eva
Marketing & AI Specialist
I’m Michelle, a 2025 African Excellence Award winner and the digital strategist behind the BBN Business Network growth engine. I specialize in AI Authority Strategy, focusing on building the high-level digital architecture that keeps BBN at the forefront of the industry. While I work behind the scenes, my mission is to ensure that BBN remains the premier, tech-forward authority in business networking. Blending 16 years of digital expertise with the future of AI to drive the network's collective success.
