SMALL businesses from across Somerset met in Ilminster for the FSB’s latest networking event.

The Taunton branch of the Federation of Small Businesses’ latest event was held at Monks Yard.

John Holden, vice-chairman of the FSB’s Taunton and District branch, organised the event and has been guest speaker in the past.

He said: “Another packed evening business networking with the Taunton Federation of Small Business was held at the Monks yard, Ilminster.

“Many local business were given the opportunity to promote their business at the Networking Event run by the Federation of Small Business. Word of mouth still remains the most powerful way to generate business.

“When you meet someone face-to-face you can establish great relationships and understand the persons business, the principals of know, like and trust are the best known way of creating opportunities to either find services to help your business grow, or find opportunity to do business.”

“The Taunton FSB Branch are having a phenomenal take up of attendees at the networking events for both non-members and members.

“Start-up businesses are emerging and looking to find support, skills and new business through the Federation of Small Business membership.

“The Taunton FSB Branch aim to provide Networking events throughout Somerset Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilminster and Minehead.”

To find out more visit www.fsb.org.uk and click on events.