# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The OVIC Networking Hub
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed, 16 Dec, 2026 at 10:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Start your day in a supportive community, and make connections that could change your game at the OVIC Networking Hub!About this EventIf you're looking to meet new contacts, spark collaborations, or just recharge your business mojo - this is the room to be in.Join us at The OVIC Networking Hub – a free, friendly, high-value morning of connections, conversations, and coffee.Why show up?✅ Meet real business owners & decision-makers – not just card collectors.✅ No awkward sales pitches – just open, supportive chats.✅ Coffee, pastries & good energy – we’ve got your networking fuel sorted.✅ It’s 100% free – no sign-up fees, no memberships, no pressure.📍 Where: Ocean Village Innovation Centre🕒 When: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM🎟 100% Free☕ Bonus: Coffee, tea, provided!We hope to see you there.— Team OVICFAQIs the networking free? - Yes it is completely free and always will be, we want to make networking accessible to all and for local businesses to connect no matter what their size or financial situationIs there somewhere to park? - yes, there are plenty of parking spaces in multi-storey carpark 2 min away: 1 Channel Way, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3QFWill there be refreshments? - yes there will be snacks and refreshments available.I have never been networking before and am a little nervous - please let us know if this is the case and we will make sure to greet you and introduce you to a couple of people to get you started, or you can start off in the quiet corner.I can only come for some of it - that is absolutely fine, you don't have to stay for the full 2 hours, there are no speakers so just turn up when you can, and leave when you want to.Can I bring a friend - yes the more the merrier - just make sure they also register so we know how many people are coming as the meeting is limited to 40 people.If I change my mind on the day is that okay - yes we absolutely understand that things come up, or that nerves take over, so just let us know via email and register for next month's instead.If you have any other questions please get in contact with us at info@oceanvillage-ic.co.uk.P.S.We will be looking for sponsors for future events, so please let us know if you would like to sponsor the next event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/southampton/the-ovic-networking-hub/100001983944795289
- **Event Categories**: meetups
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: Ocean Village Innovation Centre
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Southampton
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Ocean Village Innovation Centre
- **lat**: 50.8940795
- **long**: -1.3940721000000167
- **full address**: Ocean Village Innovation Centre, 4 Ocean Way, Southampton, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The OVIC Networking Hub being held?
  - **A:** The OVIC Networking Hub takes place on Wed, 15 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am to Wed, 16 Dec, 2026 at 10:30 am at Ocean Village Innovation Centre, 4 Ocean Way, Southampton, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The OVIC Networking Hub?
  - **A:** The OVIC Networking Hub is organized by Ocean Village Innovation Centre.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The OVIC Networking Hub is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Southampton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The OVIC Networking Hub sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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