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Barrie can be a great place to do business. With a population of over 157,000, it is home to thousands of business owners, Solopreneurs and self-employed professionals.

There are many resources in Barrie for business owners, including access to the Corporate Sponsorship program offered by the City of Barrie.

Business owners can also find resources and support through Invest Barrie which works with the Barrie Small Business Centre and the Economic & Creative Development Department to help anyone who is an entrepreneur up to SMEs.

Business Networking Events in Barrie are great places to meet potential clients and referral partners and promote your business.

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UPCOMING BARRIE Business Networking Events

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12Durham5-8pm business networking event on November 12
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We don’t have any in-person business networking events in Barrie right now, but, you are welcome to attend our Vaughan, Newmarket, Toronto and Virtual Networking Events. We host one of each of these almost every month. Click the buttons below to view the events in those cities and register. We look forward to meeting you or seeing you again soon!

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Testimonials from some of our clients..

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Joyce Wong
1 year ago
Tammy is an incredible mentor! Her guidance during my business development sessions has been invaluable. She brings deep insight, practical strategies, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed. I always leave our sessions feeling motivated, more focused, and equipped with actionable steps. If you're looking for someone who truly understands business growth and cares about your progress, Tammy is the one to turn to. Highly recommend!
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Anca Bitir
2 years ago
I had a fantastic experience attending the GTApreneurs event! The atmosphere was vibrant, inclusive, and full of energy. I connected with so many like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs, and the networking opportunities were invaluable. The organizers did an incredible job curating a space where business owners could share, collaborate, and support one another. I left feeling inspired, empowered, and more connected to the local business community. Highly recommend GTApreneurs events to anyone looking to grow their network and business in a meaningful way!
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Keith Wood
2 years ago
I have known Tammy for over a year and half now for my very first time attending she had giving me a warm welcome At GTApreneurs event. Tammy, is always very helpful and supportive to you with great advice for your business along with opportunities like networking as an exhibitor and guest speaker. I personally appreciate the great advice and always open to learning something new everyday.
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Gorette Marques
2 years ago
I have been attending GTApreneurs events for the past two years, and the experience has been incredible! Not only have I had the opportunity to network with amazing business professionals, but I have also had the privilege of hosting events alongside Tammy DeFoe in Newmarket. As an active member, I receive numerous benefits, including discounted or free event access, online training and coaching, and the chance to build lasting relationships with fellow entrepreneurs. The connections I've made through GTApreneurs have been instrumental in growing my business and expanding my network. A special shout-out to Tammy DeFoe, the incredible president of GTApreneurs! She has built a thriving business dedicated to helping others succeed. Her mentorship has been invaluable to me, providing insights, support, and encouragement that have truly made a difference in my professional growth. If you're looking to connect, learn, and grow, I highly recommend GTApreneurs!
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2 years ago
Thank you so much Gorette! You are so awesome to work with. I am very happy that you benefit greatly from being a member of GTApreneurs, and I proud to have you host our Newmarket Events! Cheers to both of our long-term successes!
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Lindsay Doke
2 years ago
I attended a Gtapreneurs Networking event this week and it awesome. Tammy Defoe was the organizer and it featured a guest speaker and various businesses highlighting their businesses at exhibits. We all got to do some networking and I met some great people I am connecting too.. Tammy poured her heart into this and it showed. I will be going back next month and highly recommend Gtapreneurs where I have met some wonderful people and made lasting friendships.
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Response from the owner
2 years ago
It was great to finally have you at one of our in person events Lindsay! I am so happy to hear that you will be coming back next month!
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AHANSA MEDIATION SERVICES
2 years ago
Being a member of GTAprenuers Richmond Hill group for the past year and also having attended over a dozen of highly effective networking events planned by Tammy Defoe and her team for the past 2 years, I have to say that I have met a diverse group of professionals from all walks of life. This is not an easy feat to achieve on your own. I have leveraged many contacts from these groups of professionals, many of whom I have become a client of and many whom have become clients of my own. Thank you to Tammy for these initiatives. I look forward to more progressive experiences like these.
Response from the owner
2 years ago
It is a pleasure to have you in our network Ashifa! You are an amazing person and a professional I am happy to refer to. See you again soon 🙂
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PL STEVENS
2 years ago
I love the GTApreneurs! Wonderful connections, great events and new business! Tammy is a great leader.....highly recommended!
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Thank you for the review Patricia! I am so happy to have you in our exclusive business network! See you at our next event 🙂
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Balbir K. Pabila
2 years ago
These events are always great place to meet other business owners, build relationships, great speakers to inspire and educate, and always plenty of food. Thanks Tammy for organizing these to help build our businesses.
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Response from the owner
2 years ago
You're very welcome Balbir! We are always happy to have you at our events 🙂
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Chithra Priya
2 years ago
Great networking group! Love the energy!
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Thank you Chithra! I appreciate your support.
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Meera Kanojia
2 years ago
I highly recommend GTA prenuers CEO Tammy Defoe is amazing to work with and supportive. She provides excellent guidance & always professional. Information on all & upcoming Networking meetings are told in advance & friendly reminders prior to the event & very organized and easy to communicate with her.
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Thank you Meera! It is a pleasure to work with you.
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Lynn Asbury
2 years ago
GTApreneurs offers great networking events! There is often someone presenting information pertinent for businesses that I found valuable. Her exclusive networking groups provide referral opportunities. And, Tammy, the owner, often provides valuable business tips during the weekly zoom meetings too!
Response from the owner
2 years ago
Thank you for the testimonial Lynn! I am very happy to have you in our network. I am so glad you have been experiencing value.
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Charlotte Kirby
2 years ago
We attend the GTApreneurs monthly in-person events in Vaughan and they are always well attended with informative speakers and fantastic networking opportunities. Tammy is a huge supporter of small businesses and is passionate about helping people connect and grow. I highly recommend coming out to these events. You can't grow your business from sitting behind a computer!
Response from the owner
2 years ago
It is a pleasure to have you and The Village Hive in our business network. I am glad that you enjoy our events. Thank you for the review.
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Kunsten Technologies Inc.
2 years ago
We’ve known Tammy at GTApreneurs for over three years now, during which we’ve attended numerous events. These professional business networking events are not only enjoyable but also an opportunity to meet wonderful business owners. Over the years, these connections have blossomed into meaningful relationships and friendships that we rely on. Thank you, Tammy, for starting your business and bringing us together with so many incredible people at every meeting. We appreciate you. Filip & Cynthia

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BARRIE EXCLUSIVE REFERRAL NETWORKING GROUP

Some people wonder what “Referral Groups” are. We use that term as a short for Exclusive Referral Networking Groups, which are groups of small business owners, entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals and company representatives responsible for new client acquisition who meet weekly and provide each other support like referrals, social media engagement, other marketing promotion, motivation, knowledge-sharing, become each other’s clients, etc. Being a member of one of our Referral Groups can significantly improve your life and increase your bottom line. We don’t currently have a Referral Group in Barrie right now, however we do have groups in Toronto and Richmond Hill which are open for registration now and a group in Pickering and Mississauga launching in January 2027. For more information about our groups, click below.

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