About Us
Perth’s most innovative and supportive business group
Perth Trusted Partners is a local networking group built on one simple idea: real relationships matter.
We bring together independent businesses from Perth and the surrounding area who value trust, collaboration, and doing good work properly.
No hard sells. No awkward pitches. Just people who want to build meaningful connections and support each other’s growth.
This isn’t networking for the sake of swapping business cards. It’s about getting to know the person behind the business, understanding what they do well, and feeling confident recommending them to others.
Why We Exist
Too often, local businesses are flooded with generic networking events that feel forced, transactional, or overly corporate.
Perth Trusted Partners was created as an alternative.
We wanted something more relaxed, more human, and more useful. A space where:
• Conversations come before conversions
• Trust is built over time, not demanded on day one
• Referrals are earned, not expected
• Local businesses genuinely look out for each other
What Makes Us Different
Local-first
We focus on Perth and the surrounding area. Local knowledge, local relationships, local support.
Trust-led
Members are encouraged to recommend only those they genuinely trust. Your reputation matters here.
Community-minded
We believe strong local businesses make strong local communities. Collaboration beats competition.
Welcoming and approachable
Whether you’re established or still growing, you’ll be met with openness, not pressure.
Who It’s For
Perth Trusted Partners is for business owners, sole traders, and small teams who:
• Care about the quality of their work
• Value relationships over quick wins
• Want to be part of a supportive local network
• Believe trust is the foundation of good business
Our Vision
Our aim is to grow a network of trusted local partners that people can confidently turn to, whether they’re looking for a recommendation, advice, or collaboration.
As the group develops, so will the opportunities — from shared knowledge and referrals to partnerships and community initiatives.
But the heart of Perth Trusted Partners will always stay the same: good people, doing good business, together.
What to Expect When Visiting
Walking into a new networking group can feel daunting. We get that. That’s why Perth Trusted Partners is designed to be relaxed, friendly, and genuinely welcoming.
When you visit, you can expect:
• A warm introduction and a friendly atmosphere
• Real conversations, not sales pitches
• Time to talk about your business naturally, without pressure
• A mix of listening, learning, and chatting with like-minded local business owners
• No obligation to join, no expectation to “perform”
You don’t need a rehearsed pitch or a stack of business cards. Just turn up as yourself, have a coffee, and get to know people.
We believe the best connections are built through conversation, not scripts.
How Our Meetings Work
To keep things accessible, flexible, and realistic for busy business owners, our meetings alternate week by week.
One Week In Person
Our in-person meetings give you the chance to connect face-to-face, build rapport, and strengthen relationships naturally. These sessions are relaxed and conversational, with plenty of time to chat before and after.
They’re about putting faces to names and building trust in a way only in-person meetings can.
One Week on Zoom
On alternate weeks, we meet online via Zoom. This keeps the group accessible for those with busy schedules, childcare commitments, or travel constraints, while still maintaining regular connection.
Zoom meetings are structured enough to be worthwhile, but informal enough to still feel human.
Why We Alternate
Alternating between in-person and Zoom allows us to:
• Reduce time and travel pressure
• Keep the group inclusive and flexible
• Maintain consistency without burnout
• Balance meaningful connection with practicality
It’s networking that fits around real life, not the other way round.