Isn’t it amazing how much wisdom can sit quietly in a room, just waiting to be shared?

Give & Take isn’t your average networking night, it’s an interactive workshop designed to spark meaningful conversations, guided by your hosts every step of the way.

You won’t be left to figure it out alone. Instead, you’ll be welcomed in, given the lowdown on how it all works, and then encouraged to explore, share, and discover.

We’ll use the walls, printed cards, and a little creative energy to help you think about what you want for the year ahead. Just 17 weekends stand between now and the year’s end (...at the time of penning this), so it’s the perfect moment to pause and ask yourself: what’s the one thing I’ve been meaning to start, do, or achieve before the year is out?

Whether it’s professional or personal, big or small, this is your chance to put it out there and see what comes back.

Never been to a BIO event before? Don’t worry. You’ll be made to feel welcome from the moment you step in the door. Come along, get stuck in, meet new people, and have a genuinely fun evening of Give & Take.

What exactly is this?

This is a Give & Take style interactive workshop where the outcome is simple but powerful: you get access to the entire room’s skills, ideas, and experiences.

Here’s how it works:

Share a skill, idea, or resource you can offer (e.g. marketing tips, leadership coaching, a great podcast recommendation).
Ask for what you need from the group (e.g. sales support, advice on scaling, contacts in a new market).
Pin your Give & Take cards to the walls and see where the connections spark.

It’s about “how can I help?” first, which makes for easier, more genuine conversations.

Why it’s a little different...

Traditional networking can feel intimidating and forced. This is the opposite, relaxed, structured just enough to guide you, and focused on authentic connection.
Instead of relying on the handful of people you manage to chat with, you’ll leave with access to the entire room’s “offerings and asks.”
You’ll be guided by your hosts through each step, so you can relax, enjoy, and actually get something meaningful out of the evening.
It's like a fun dinner party vibe where everyone leaves with new insights, fresh perspectives, and maybe even a new friend.

What to Expect

A warm welcome & guided intro: We’ll greet you, get you settled, and run through how the workshop works. No awkward “what now?” moments.
Give & Take cards: Printed cards placed around the space to spark conversations and make sharing easy.
Get it on the wall: Scribble down your own tips, tricks, wants and needs and pin them up for others to see.
Food & drinks: Sip something tasty (sparkling water, juice, white & red wine, or beer) and grab a bite to keep the ideas flowing.
Lasting connections: After the workshop, we’ll help connect people whose Give & Takes match so you can continue the conversation, maybe over coffee.
A room buzzing with possibility: Expect laughter, fresh ideas, and plenty of lightbulb moments.

Who should attend?

Entrepreneurs, start-ups, scale-ups, SMEs, and corporates.
Anyone curious, growth-minded, and ready to share their knowledge while tapping into the collective wisdom of the room.
Whether you’ve been in business for years or are just starting out, you’ll walk away with fresh connections and ideas.
Someone looking for a lil' human connection!

Meet the hosts who will be steering the session and joining in on the Give & Take magic. Each brings a wealth of experience, plenty of energy, and a genuine passion for helping people connect.

Founder of Frankly Creating | Co-Founder of BIO

Franky runs Frankly Creating, a marketing and communications agency that’s as direct as its name suggests - no fluff, no endless PDFs, just straight-up strategies and tools you can actually use. She’s worked with brands from scrappy startups to global players, always with the goal of helping them talk (and walk) with swagger and connect with the right people.

As co-founder of BIO, Franky’s true passion lies in bringing people together in spaces where they feel comfortable, open, and inspired. She believes that in a world increasingly dominated by screens and AI, nothing beats the power of real, in-person connection. For her, Give & Take is about creating those human-to-human moments that spark stories, friendships, and fresh opportunities.

Strategic Partnerships Manager | B2B Growth & Community Builder | BIO Co-Host

Nick is a connector at heart. With a decade in B2B growth and over six years driving strategic partnerships in global payments and fintech, he specialises in building ecosystems where businesses can thrive together. At BIO, Nick founded the Victorian community, bringing executives, founders, and sales leaders into the same space to share knowledge and spark collaboration.

His passion lies in creating opportunities where complementary businesses and people find common ground – and grow stronger because of it.

What to bring
Just yourself!

What to wear
Business casual. You do you

A little more...
From the people you meet to the nibbles you nibble, at BIO we’re big into the little details. We are fanatical about all the facets that come together to make a brilliant meet up, because if you feel at home - you’re more likely to be yourself.

What does this mean?

- Be yourself, you’re you - not your Company
- Keep the chat interesting
- We don’t use name tags, because, well… just ask!

We can't wait to see you there.

A little more about BIO:

Here at BIO, we do networking a little differently.

You don't have to own your own business (but it’s cool if you do) or be an entrepreneur, you just need to be open to meeting new people, listening to their tales, connecting differently and sharing ideas.

We’re not leeches… so our members are not about sucking the business (or life) out of you. We work together to help our members solve problems, build their businesses, further their careers or develop themselves. We give people a platform to tell their story and make valuable connections.

We hold monthly events for our members, and if you would like to come along - meet new people and give us a whirl then come along and join us to see what all the fuss is about.

Talking’s great, but sometimes so is listening.

To make sure each BIO event is interesting, we introduce you to our host for the night. This person will take us on a journey throughout the meet-up and talk briefly on a trending subject that sparks interest. From wine-makers to corporate giants we’ve cherry picked topics that are relevant to all businesses - from retaining your talent to the ever looming robots and AI tech, there’s a little something for everyone.