In this network, you can spar with other solo self-employed people who are in the same situation as you with many functions and hats, so you can move both yourself and your business.
Whether you've been in business for three years or twenty years is irrelevant - it's you as a person and your desire to continue developing your business that is important.
What has perhaps made the biggest impression on me is the discovery of how much I learn when I am allowed to say things out loud in a community. At a networking meeting in a flower shop, I talked about my business, and only then did I realize that I was missing a common thread. It made me start over and become much clearer about what I actually offer.
The network for solo self-employed people in Billund Erhverv has already given me an incredible amount of inspiration. Even though we have only had a few meetings, I have gained insight into other companies' experiences and challenges, which I can reflect on. It means a lot to hear how others do things – especially when you are a bit isolated like me.
I hope that the network can give me new ideas and a new approach to how I run my business. As a person, I would prefer to have everything under control, but I also have to admit that it is not possible. I hope that we can inspire each other and give each other advice on how we could do things a little differently.
In the network we share knowledge and experiences, and we draw inspiration and experts from outside. We work at both the strategic, tactical and operational levels, and we value the continuous participation of the network participants in the meetings.
The network is facilitated by Billund Erhverv, and as a network participant you contribute to the content and development of the network.
October 23rd 08.00:10.00 AM - XNUMX:XNUMX AM
Morning meeting with the launch of the network.
The Flower Gallery, Gammelbro 74B, 7190 Billund
11 November at 08.00 - 10.00
Morning meeting, Plantage Café, Billundvej 43, 7250 Hejnsvig
December 18th 13.00:15.00 PM - XNUMX:XNUMX PM
Networking meeting prior to "We wish each other a Merry Christmas" at Billund Erhverv, Kløvermarken 35, Billund.
January 12th 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM
New Year's Eve party, Billund Business, Kløvermarken 35, Billund.
February 26th 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Workshop focusing on behavioral design for the self-employed with presenter Majken Juhl Jensen, who is a trained anthropologist and has helped hundreds of solo self-employed people start businesses.
Location: Meeting rooms 3 & 4, Billund Business, Kløvermarken 35, Billund
March 24th 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning meeting, workshop and inspiring networking event with a presentation by Lene Hedahl in the creative setting at Our Free Space.
Location: Our Space, Butikstorvet 6B, Billund.
April 28th 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
TOOL BOX: How to create a business with LinkedIn
Location: Billund Business, Kløvermarken 35, Billund.
Register here.
June 2nd 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We invite you to an inspiring workshop about motivation and life as an independent entrepreneur, including a walk and talk and dinner.
Here we focus on how you can discover your personal driving forces and use them actively and strategically in your business.
Location: Plantage Café, Billundvej 43, 7150 Hejnsvig
June 18nd 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Network meeting held prior to "We wish each other a good summer" at Billund Erhverv, Kløvermarken 35, Billund.
We meet six times a year.
Sometimes for morning meetings at 08.00:10.00 - XNUMX:XNUMX, and other times we link the meeting to events that are relevant to the participants in the network. All times are announced well in advance.
The price for participation in the network is DKK 3.500,- excluding VAT per year.
All meetings in 2025 are free. Participation in the network will be invoiced in 2026 and onwards.
If you would like to hear more about our network for the self-employed, contact us today.
Marianne Hestbech Witte
Business developer
Josefine is currently studying to become a Service and Experience Economist with a specialization in event management, where she will start a top-up in Innovation and Entrepreneurship this summer.
She primarily helps with communication tasks, including SoMe, updating the website and digital marketing. She also helps where she can, within her areas of expertise.
Josefine has extensive experience in the service and tourism industry, where she has acquired several experience-based skills - including how to best communicate to different target groups, as well as the ability to get a team to lift together. She has recently worked with PR, where she has created content for press releases, SoMe and much more.
Julie manages our communications and marketing.
She has experience in external communication, building websites and digital marketing via newsletters, social media and web content.
Julie is structured, efficient and has a sharp overview. She creates content that engages the target audience – from press releases and newsletters to social media posts, website content and telling a good story.
Marianne has extensive knowledge of workforce needs, recruitment, and retention. She maintains close dialogue with our companies on connecting with students and leads our local HR network for member companies.
Marianne has daily contact with potential and new immigrants looking to settle in Billund Municipality for work. With many years of experience in both the private and public sectors, she specializes in recruitment, training, and upskilling of employees.
Marianne is available to assist companies with international recruitment, helping to convey what may not always be captured on a website or in writing to potential recruits from around the world.
Marianne is our strong local expert in sales, marketing, and business development within retail, tourism, and entrepreneurship.
She brings a solid background with over 25 years of experience as a freelancer and at various agencies, where she has worked on outreach sales, retail concept development, tourism, and business development.
You will meet Marianne daily in our startup environment and business office at Kløvermarken, where she provides guidance and support to entrepreneurs across Billund Municipality. Marianne engages with you on a personal level, quickly identifying challenges and offering clear, actionable solutions. With a sharp focus on online and graphic communication, her goal is to ensure sustainable business practices.
Paul-Erik holds a Master of Science in International Marketing and has many years of experience as a marketing manager in large B2B and B2C companies, including manufacturing and the tourism industry. This has provided him with strong commercial expertise. Additionally, Paul-Erik has spent 10 years as an independent consultant for SMEs.
His focus areas at Billund Business include business development, entrepreneurship, and mentor and investor networks.
Lars brings a strong background in business development and a deep understanding of the business promotion system. With his commercial expertise, you can expect strategic sparring on development and growth.
He has 11 years of experience as an owner-manager and has held director-level positions in several companies.
Lars' areas of focus include business development, green and sustainable transition, digitalisation, competence development, and strategy. He is certified in various business development tools, including The Growth Wheel®.
If you need advice on developing your business, Lars is just a call away.
Marie holds the leadership position in the association, setting the direction in collaboration with the board of directors, and is closely involved in the association’s daily operations and development.
She is responsible for developing the association's strategic initiatives, prioritizing dialogue and networking with members and other key partners who contribute to growth and development in Billund Municipality.
Marie has extensive experience in organizational and business development, change management, sales, strategic communication, as well as network development and facilitation.
You become an A-member with the right to vote if your company is located in Billund Municipality.
You become a B-member without the right to vote if your company is outside Billund Municipality, but you get the same opportunities for exposure and participation in network activities and events.
Are you unsure whether a membership with Billund Business is right for you? Attend one of our upcoming events as a guest and see for yourself.
Contact us on info@billunderhverv.dk, then you can come along as a guest to an optional event if there is room.