AJBN networking event

    AJBN Connect — the digital hub for the Asian Jewish Business Network, a premier B2B networking organisation and professional corporate event management company.

    High-Profile London Business Networking Events. Cross-Communal Business Networking.

    A professional business networking club delivering corporate event management and exhibitions, curated introductions and B2B strategic partnerships London founders, investors and corporate leaders can act on.

    High-profile London business networking events

    Next High-Profile B2B Event

    AJBN Flagship B2B Networking Exhibition & Corporate Event

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    Venue: London Marriott Hotel Regent's Park, 128 King Henry’s Rd, London NW3 3BY

    AJBN Connect is the digital hub for the Asian Jewish Business Network, a premier B2B networking organisation and professional corporate event management company. This flagship exhibition brings together founders, investors and corporate leaders for cross-communal business networking and B2B strategic partnerships London businesses can act on immediately.

    Expect curated introductions, an exhibition floor, and hosted sessions delivered by our corporate event management and exhibitions team — the standard our professional business networking club is known for.

    150+

    Active Corporate Members

    50+

    Events to Date

    £87K

    Raised for Charity

    About Us

    Fostering business ties between the Asian and Jewish communities

    Our Mission

    The Asian-Jewish Business Network (AJBN) is dedicated to fostering business ties between the Asian and Jewish communities in the UK. Our mission is to create a collaborative environment where professional leaders and leading business figures from Finance, Property, Legal, Tech, Marketing and other sectors can share best practices and drive growth.

    Our Story

    Founded in 2019, AJBN is the only network of its kind in the UK, promoting business relationships between these two vibrant communities. What started as a small initiative has grown into a face-to-face members club, alongside our annual flagship networking event, which attracts over 600 attendees.

    Meet the Team

    The people behind AJBN

    Russell Bahar (Founder & CEO), Director & Co-founder

    Russell Bahar (Founder & CEO)

    Director & Co-founder

    Over 25 years in sales — 15 in media sales, 15+ in exhibition sales and events, and 12 in senior and project management. Now runs his own consultancy.

    “Be who you want to be, do what you want to do, and succeed in what you're good at.”

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    Bianca Weber, Director

    Bianca Weber

    Director

    A commercially driven senior business professional with a 20-year career spanning events and exhibitions, fundraising, publishing and media. Skilled in advertising, sales, fundraising and event management.

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    Justin Cohen, Co-founder

    Justin Cohen

    Co-founder

    Journalist, news editor and publisher of 17 years, now shaping the direction of a growing media business. A regular commentator on the BBC, Sky, Channel 4 and LBC, with columns in The Times, Independent, Telegraph and Evening Standard.

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    Salil Patankar (Capital Connect Lead — Founder & Mentor, AJBN iMPACT Lions Club), Capital Connect Lead (member networking & introductions) @AJBN · App Developer

    Salil Patankar (Capital Connect Lead — Founder & Mentor, AJBN iMPACT Lions Club)

    Capital Connect Lead (member networking & introductions) @AJBN · App Developer

    He/Him

    AI-Driven CFO & Tax Advisor | Web3 Architect (zeuseaverse.com). Leads Capital Connect at AJBN, connecting members with relevant business and professional contacts across the network, and bringing together technology and community-driven growth. Designer and developer of the member platform powering AJBN Connect.

    Top skills

    Tax advisory including corporate taxNetworking and B2B introductionsDigital marketing including AI deploymentPublic speaking
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    Why Join

    Your Network Is Your Net Worth

    AJBN gives you the tools and community to grow your business through meaningful relationships.

    Member Directory

    Search and connect with professionals across legal, accountancy and tax, property, architecture, construction, technology, marketing and more.

    Exclusive Events

    Flagship networking events, golf days, galas, and industry-specific roundtables.

    Referral Rewards

    Earn 10% off your renewal for every member you refer. Refer 5 and your membership is free.

    Direct Messaging

    Connect privately with fellow members, find mentors, and build lasting partnerships.

    Member Messaging

    Secure, Private Peer-to-Peer Networking

    Connect directly and securely with fellow members, without exposing your personal contact details

    1

    Log In / Register

    Access your secure AJBN Connect portal.

    2

    Activate Your Inbox

    Tap the "Activate My Chat Inbox" card on your dashboard to securely opt-in (your phone number and email remain completely hidden).

    3

    Start Connecting

    Browse the verified Member Directory and click the "Send Message" icon to open an instant, secure chat.

    Your phone number and email stay private. Read our Privacy Policy.

    Our Members

    A cross-sector network of trusted professionals

    AJBN brings together senior figures from finance, property, legal, tech, marketing and beyond — a sample of the corporate members powering our network.

    Sample of AJBN corporate members. Full directory available to active members after sign-in.

    Upcoming Events

    Events & Networking

    Flagship networking days, curated roundtables and Impact Lions fundraisers — sorted by soonest first.

    Jul
    9
    2026
    Networking

    AJBN Members' Evening

    6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Vyman House, 104 College Rd, Harrow, HA1 1BQ

    6:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Vyman House, 104 College Rd, Harrow, HA1 1BQ. Hosted by Vyman Solicitors on their fabulous terrace. Join us for an enjoyable evening of networking, drinks, and delicious food, all in the company of fellow AJBN members.

    • Networking with fellow AJBN members
    • Drinks & delicious food
    • Hosted by Vyman Solicitors
    September 2026
    TBA
    Coming soon
    Coming Soon / TBA

    AJBN Members Event Hosted by Prideview Group

    Bimonthly Members-Only Meetup

    Hosted by Prideview Group
    Hosted by Prideview Group
    www.prideviewgroup.com
    To Be Announced London - Venue TBA

    An exclusive, high-value networking and capital connection evening for registered members. Full details, venue, and guest speaker reveal coming soon.

    • High-Value Peer-to-Peer Engagement
    Oct
    19
    2026
    Networking
    £60 + VAT

    AJBN Flagship Networking Day

    10:00 AM – 4:00 PM London Marriott Hotel, 128 King Henry's Rd, London NW3 3BY

    The UK's only platform dedicated to fostering commercial ties between the Asian and Jewish business communities. Senior leaders across Finance, Property, Banking, Law, Technology and Business Services meet for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

    • 50+ high-value exhibitors
    • Hundreds of senior professionals
    • Unmatched networking opportunities
    • Sponsorship, stands & brand exposure available

    Headline Sponsors

    Spector Constant & Williams logoSpector Constant & WilliamsTradelend logoTradelend

    Food & Beverages Sponsors

    Ash Verma Consulting logoAsh Verma ConsultingRiddlebox logoRiddlebox
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    December 2026
    TBA
    Coming soon
    Coming Soon / TBA

    AJBN Members Event Hosted by Lubbock Fine

    High-Value Peer-to-Peer Engagement

    Hosted by Lubbock Fine
    Hosted by Lubbock Fine
    www.lubbockfine.co.uk
    To Be Announced / Coming Soon London - Venue TBA

    Our final bimonthly meetup of the year, bringing together members for targeted peer-to-peer engagement and deal-structuring before the festive break. Full details TBA shortly.

    • Bimonthly Members-Only Meetup
    AJBN Impact Lions Club

    Charitable Arm

    AJBN Impact Lions Club

    A separate charitable division within AJBN. As an Impact Lion, you participate in fundraising events where all surplus funds go directly to designated UK charities — while earning ESG credentials for your business.

    Fund designated UK charities through curated events

    ESG governance reports for corporate compliance

    Exclusive charity golf days, galas & challenges

    Requires active AJBN membership

    Direct Member Messaging

    Connect securely. Stay private.

    Connect securely 1-on-1 with solicitors, accountants, architects, surveyors, property and construction professionals, technology and marketing businesses and other corporate members. Your private contact details remain 100% masked.

    1-on-1 Secure Chat

    Direct member-to-member conversations routed entirely through the app — no phone or email exposed.

    Contact Details Masked

    Your email address and mobile number stay 100% private. Only your professional profile is visible.

    One-Tap Activation

    Activate your inbox from the dashboard in a single click — no separate registration, no forms.

    Members Referral Rewards

    Grow the network. Get rewarded.

    AJBN runs on introductions — relevant business and professional connections inside the network, and new members brought in by existing ones.

    Capital Connect

    Ask AJBN for a relevant business or professional introduction within the network. The parties communicate and contract independently.

    Membership referrals

    Share your AJBN referral code. Approved membership introductions earn renewal credit — your referral gets a first-year discount.

    Tiers & leaderboard

    Connector · Ambassador · Chair's Circle. Progress tracked in your dashboard, celebrated at flagship events.

    Member's Executive Referral Network

    Grow our community with trusted peers. As an exclusive, member-only ecosystem, new access is granted primarily through internal network introductions. Refer a fellow business leader or corporate partner to invite them into the AJBN Connect portal.