A new networking platform seeks to even the playing field for small businesses, allowing them to more opportunities to network and connect with one another.
First unveiled last year, the Boa App aims to foster productive networking opportunities for business people, and boasts a growing community of users.
The app is the brainchild of business networking entrepreneur and Club of United (CUB) founder and CEO, Daniel Hakim and has managed to gain the support of prominent investors and personalities, including businessman Mark Bouris.
Boa also offers resources for businesspeople, as well as access to monthly networking events and a private in-app community that members can connect with and to gain and share new ideas. The first of these offerings, the Inner Circle, is set to launch on 19 February.
“The Inner Circle is the first of a series of chapters we’re truly excited to introduce this year because we know these easy-to-join groups will serve to support business owners in so many ways – from creating human connections to solving challenges and fuelling success,” explains Boa App general manager, Kirsten Scott.
“We’re currently calling for members who are interested in leading local networking chapters as presidents. Importantly, the initiative is deliberately conscious of our members’ busy schedules, and our chapters are designed to be just as enjoyable as they are impactful,” Scott added.
Recent studies noted the growth of professional networking apps as the global professional networking apps market is expected to reach a market size of more than AUD100 billion by 2030.
“Most Australian business owners don’t have access to quality networking. Boa App is breaking down barriers to make premium networking accessible and free for everyone,” said Yellow Brick Road founder and Boa App investor, Mark Bouris. “Until now, networking has always been reserved for the rich and privileged in Australia. We want to democratise access for all business owners – big, small and irrespective of gender, age and background. This is a very important mission, and Australia has always been the place of opportunity irrespective of class or birthright, and Boa is bringing that fabric back.”
